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Nov 21, 2024
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LCCC Catalog 2020-2021 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Computer Information Systems, AAS
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 The Computer Information Systems program is specifically designed to prepare students for entry-level positions in fields related to Information Technology. The curriculum offers flexibility in meeting students’ career needs. This program of study leads to an Associate of Applied Science degree in Computer Information Systems. Students can earn various credit diplomas and stackable industry certifications while concurrently earning this AAS.
Contact Information
Contact information is available on the Computer Information Systems program website.
Competencies
Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Demonstrate appropriate use of system software in computer technology.
- Design system software for a defined user group.
- Select hardware and software applications specific to the needs of various user groups.
- Identify needed changes in hardware and/or software use necessary for efficiency.
Map your individual academic plan of courses with your College Advisor.
If students choose to transition to another program within the Trades & Technical Studies pathway, they should be particularly aware of the choice points that indicate when a decision to branch off into another program must be made to ensure credits and time are not lost.
Coursework common to all degrees within this pathway is indicated by CAC, Common Academic Coursework, in the program map.
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Choice Points
- Enter the job market or continue working on AAS in Computer Information Systems or AAS in Cybersecurity.
Milestones
- Completion of Datacenter Technician Credit Diploma
- Eligible to sit for CompTIA A+ Operating Systems, A+ PC Hardware, and Server+ certifications.
Semester Total: 16 Credits
Choice Points
- Enter the job market or continue working on AAS in Computer Information Systems or AAS Cybersecurity.
Milestones
- Completion of Network Administrator (CCNA) Credit Diploma.
- Eligible to sit for COMPTIA Security + and CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate) industry certifications.
Semester Total: 18 Credits
Choice Points
- Enter the job market or continue working on AAS in Computer Information Systems
Milestones
- Eligible to sit for Microsoft MCSA Server 2019 Part 1 and CompTIA Linux+ industry certifications.
Semester Total: 18 Credits
Milestones
- Eligible to sit for Microsoft MCSA parts 2 & 3.
- Completion of Systems Administrator Credit Diploma.
- Completion of AAS in Computer Information Systems.
Semester Total: 17 Credits
Program Credit Hour Total: 69 Credits
Program Comments
The information below is intended to be a guide, and does not guarantee regional job placement, job availability, or a specific wage after completion of the program. The potential jobs listed below may require some work experience after graduation. The Computer Information Systems degree is intended to give students the academic coursework helpful in obtaining the potential jobs. Possible careers in or related to Computer Information Systems include Computer Support Specialist, User Support Technician, Information Technology Specialist/Technician, Systems Administrator, Network Administrator, and Infrastructure Administrator.
Additional information on careers in Computer Information Systems is available through Career Coach.
Transfer Information
This degree is well suited for those who may be interested in pursuing a Bachelor of Applied Science, Applied Management degree at Laramie County Community College.
LCCC courses may transfer to institutions in addition to those with formal articulation agreements. Students are strongly encouraged to determine the degree requirements and transfer policy of the specific college/university and program to which they plan to transfer.
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