Computer Systems Management (A.S.)

The rapid evolution of computers is changing the world around us, including the way we do business, educate ourselves, and communicate with each other. The computer systems management program gives you the skills necessary to be a computer administrator in a small business or any environment that uses computers in its daily operations. You will be exposed to a wide variety of computer applications software, develop an understanding of network environments, and build technical skills to maintain hardware and software systems. Upon completion of the program, you will also be prepared for the CompTIA A+ and Network+ certification exams.

Program Outcomes

Successful graduates will be able to:

• demonstrate knowledge and skills that meet industry standards and certification requirements in the use of computer hardware and operating systems technology;

• utilize technology to obtain information through a variety of methods, including the internet, databases, and other sources;

• demonstrate proficiency in application software (word processing, spreadsheets, web page design, presentation programs) to effectively communicate information in a professional setting;

• use a computer programming language to solve problems in a work place setting and implement appropriate solutions;

• upgrade, repair, and install hardware and software applications with emphasis on problem anticipation and user support;

• prepare a plan for implementing a local area network in a small business setting;

• demonstrate academic skills required of all CCV graduates, including competency in writing, information literacy, oral communication, quantitative reasoning; and

• explore pathways for educational and career development in the student's field of study.

Program Requirements '11 - '12

CIS-1151 - Website Development*
CIS-1350 - Desktop Operating Systems (4 cr)
CIS-2040 - Management Information Systems
CIS-2110 - Concepts of PC Hardware (4 cr)
CIS-2120 - Concepts of Local Area Networks
CIS-2245 - Concepts of Computer Security
CIS-2360 - Computer User Support
CIS-2860 - Community & Work Experience
Choose any 3-credit introductory programming course
Elective – 1 credit

General Education Requirements

Core Competencies
First Semester Seminar
Technical Literacy
  CIS-1151 - Website Development*
Communication
 (Meets graduation standard in oral communication)
English Composition
Mathematics
Research & Writing Intensive

Areas of Inquiry
Scientific Method
Human Expression
Human Behavior

Integrative Approaches
Global Perspectives & Sustainability
Seminar in Educational Inquiry
 (Meets graduation standard in writing & information literacy
Quantitative Reasoning Assessment
 (Meets graduation standard in quantitative reasoning

MINIMUM TOTAL CREDITS IN DEGREE: 60

* You may use a course to meet both a program requirement and a general education requirement; however, you may not use a single course to meet two general education requirements.

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