Degree Type: Associate of Applied Science Degree, AAS, Certificate, CER
Pathway: Business, Technology and Public Service
More Options: Classroom Based, Remote Real-Time, Hyflex, Online, Hybrid
Program Length: 4 semesters
Location: Centennial, Rampart Range
Transferability: Transferable
Focuses on an overview of the needs for and roles of computer information systems. Emphasizes computer requirements in organizations, history, hardware functions, programming systems development, and computer operations. Introduces computer applications.
Introduces the basic concepts of relational databases, data storage, and retrieval. Covers database design, data modeling, transaction processing, and introduces the Structured Query Language for databases.
Enables the student to understand and develop appropriate help desk techniques. Includes roles of help-desk personnel, and how to trouble shoot hardware and software problems.
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Internships are available for students with a 3.0 GPA or higher and a minimum of 30 credit hours in computer coursework. Earn college credits while working in local information technology organizations.
Deadlines to apply:
Summer - April 15th
Fall - July 15th
Spring - November 15th
The Computer Information Systems (CIS) program can help launch a career in Information Technology (IT) or advance an existing IT career. Students will learn to:
CIS 1018 - Introduction to PC Applications 3 Credit Hour(s)or CSC 1005 - Computer Literacy 3 Credit Hour(s)
COM 1150 - Public Speaking 3 Credit Hour(s) or COM 1250 - Interpersonal Communication SS3 3 Credit Hour(s)
CSC 1020 - Problem Solving with (Software Package) 3 Credit Hour(s)
ENG 1031 - Technical Writing I CO1 3 Credit Hour(s) or ENG 1021 - English Composition I CO1 3 Credit Hour(s)
MAT 1340 - College Algebra MA1 4 Credit Hour(s)
MAT 1340 - College Algebra MA1 4 Credit Hour(s)
ENG 1031 - Technical Writing I CO1 3 Credit Hour(s)
OR
ENG 1021 - English Composition I CO1 3 Credit Hour(s)
Voices of PPSC
As a working adult in the midst of a career shift, I was nervous there would not be an educational program to fit my schedule. I was more than thrilled when I enrolled in PPSC's Computer Information Systems Programming Certificate, because it allowed me the flexibility of online or in-person classes. The professors were top notch and accessible, and the program didn't break the bank. I will be starting a new job in the IT field thanks to the education I received at PPSC.
Sarah Geisler
PPSC Alumni