Computer Information Systems

Associate of Applied Science Degree

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Program Mission

The Computer Information Systems program provides students with a quality education that motivates them to reach their full potential through up-to-date course content, relevant lab experiences, and real-world work experience.

Program Description

The Computer Information Systems (CIS) program is designed to prepare students for employment in the computer area, while developing general problem-solving and troubleshooting skills that can be applied to networking, server, computer, web, and business programming environments.

Program Outcomes

Students who successfully complete the Associate of Applied Science in Computer Information Systems will:

Develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills by working with hardware, networks, and software through programming logic and hands-on lab assignments
Install and configure various operating systems
Use Microsoft Office applications to solve common business problems
Demonstrate the skills necessary for entry- or mid-level employment in the Computer Information Systems field

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Career Considerations

The CIS program is designed to prepare students for employment in (or for a job path leading to) any one of several career opportunities as listed by the Oregon Department of Labor. The Network and Computer Systems Administrators, Computer Support Specialist, Computer Operator, Computer and Information Systems Manager, Computer Programmer, Network Administrator, Network Systems and Communications Analyst, Internet Service Technician, and Database Administrator are among those targeted job paths or job market careers.

Watch video about alumnus Joseph Ziegler and his career path to Google and Uber.

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Program Requirements

Completion of MTH 095 or placement test scores indicating MTH 105 or higher and WR 121 or higher is required for entry into the CIS program.

It is strongly recommended that Computer Science (CS) and Computer Information Systems (CIS) students have access to a personally-owned, 64-bit Windows laptop with at least 16 GB of RAM, 1-2 TB hard disk, and other standard laptop accessories. You can purchase a full version of Microsoft Office in the UCC campus store at a very low, discounted student price.

Industry Certification

Several UCC courses are taught so that you can become Cisco, CompTIA, EC-Council, or Microsoft certified. Please consult with your faculty advisor to discuss which certifications are currently mapped to UCC courses.

UCC is a Pearson Vue and Prometric testing center. You can take most industry certification exams on campus. Please contact the UCC Testing Center at 541-440-4610 for testing information.

Other CIS Certificates & Degrees at UCC

High School Students

Get a head start by becoming a dual credit student. Dual credit students attend UCC and high school at the same time! You can complete high school requirements, work on college prerequisites and earn credits towards a degree or certificate all at the same time.

Residents of WA, ID, NV, and CA

If you are from Washington, Idaho, Nevada, or California, you pay Oregon resident tuition rates. That's a big discount! You might also be interested in what life is like around UCC. Find out.

Money for College

Get access to millions of dollars that are available to students - not just loans. There are scholarships, grants and work study opportunities too! Every student can use money for college. It can help you to be more successful. Plus, it can lower your debt load when you finish college. Some students actually leave college debt-free! Here are some important sources of money for college. Don't let these opportunities for financial aid pass you by. Act now! Decide. Commit. Succeed.

Pell Grants part of FAFSA (for undergraduate students who display exceptional financial need.)
Federal Work Study part of FAFSA (Work on Campus. Get experience in the workforce.)
Scholarships, OSAC, FAFSA, and more (Sources of money for college.)
UCC Scholars (Tuition waiver for high school seniors with high GPAs.)

Why UCC?

At UCC, you can earn a variety of certificates and degrees that can enhance your current career or place you in the workforce sooner. Plus, UCC offers:

• Expert faculty dedicated to teaching
• Personal attention and small class sizes
• Online classes

Contact

Prospective students should contact an Enrollment Advisor to get started and then see a program advisor (below) to develop a more focused educational plan.

John Blackwood, MS - Contact
Associate Professor, CIS
Phone: 541-440-7686

Vince Yip, MS - Contact
Associate Professor, CIS
Phone: 541-440-7886

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