Computer Science & Information Systems
CSIS A.S. Degrees
Business Computer Applications
Computer Networking
Computer Programming
Programming for the Internet
Scientific Programming
UNIX Operating System
CSIS Certificates of Completion
Business Computer Applications
Computer Networking
Computer Programming
Programming for the Internet
Scientific Programming
UNIX Operating System
Computational Preparation for Bioinformatics
Certificate of Achievement
Computer Hardware
Certificate of Achievement
Computer Networking
Telecommunications/Network Cabling
Web Page Production Specialist
ROP Certificates
Networking Essentials
Router Theory and Router Technologies
Advanced Routing/Switching/WAN
Computer Office Applications
Operating Systems
PC Hardware
C++ Programming I
Applied Networking
Contact:
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Computational Preparation for Bioinformatics Certificate of Achievement
This certificate of achievement will prepare students for computational work in Bioinformatics in industry and is for 4-year college transfer students. Students will need a BA or higher degree in Biology or Computer Science, or related disciplines to use these computational skills in bioinformatics.
Choose at least 17 units from the following list of courses:
Choose only one of the following two courses:
CSIS 18/18L UNIX/C++ Programming (4 units)
CSIS 45 C++ Programming I (4 units)
CSIS 24 Java Programming (4 units)
CSIS 48 UNIX/Linux Operating System (4 units)
CSIS 54/54L Perl Programming (4 units)
CSIS 78 SQL and Database management Systems (3 units)
CSIS 88 PHP Programming (4 units)
CSIS 151 Introduction to XML Authoring (3 units)
17 units
Total Units for Certificate of Achievement: 17 UNITS
Computer Science & Information Systems A.S. Degree Business Computer Applications
Program Learning Outcome: After completing this degree a student will be able to use a variety of business software, including word processors and spreadsheets to create business letters, reports and other business documents.
Computer Applications prepares students for positions utilizing a wide variety of popular operating systems and business application software. The computer applications taught here, including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, graphics, and desktop publishing are used in most business environments. This degree is also appropriate for retraining and for improving promotional opportunities.
Career Opportunities:
General office work
Document preparation
Technical support
Help desk training and support
Word processing
Administrative secretary
Administrative services
Choose 21 units from the following list of courses:
Choose only one of the following two courses:
CSIS 1 Computer Literacy - MS Office (2 units)
CSIS 2 Computers in Business - MS Office (4 units)
CSIS 6 Web Page Authoring I (2 units)
CSIS 8 Introduction to the Internet (1.unit)
CSIS 10 BASIC Programming (2 units)
CSIS 71 Desktop Publishing - Adobe PageMaker (3.units)
CSIS 72 Desktop Publishing - QuarkXPress (3.units)
CSIS 73 Desktop Publishing - Adobe InDesign (3.units)
CSIS 75 Photoshop I - Adobe Photoshop (3.units)
CSIS 121 Spreadsheet - MS Excel (1-2.units)
CSIS 124 Windows Fundamentals (1 unit)
CSIS 126 Word Processing - MS Word (2 units)
CSIS 128 Database - MS Access (2 units)
CSIS 129 Presentation Graphics - MS PowerPoint (1 unit)
CSIS 132 Intermediate Word Processing - MS Word (2 units)
CSIS 134 Intermediate Excel (2 units)
CSIS 181 PC Hardware (4.units)
CSIS 182 Operating Systems (4.units)
Total Units for Major: 21 UNITS
Plus completion of general education requirements units vary
Total Units Required for A.S.: minimum of 60 UNITS
Recommended Electives: CSIS 7 and other desktop publishing courses
Computer Science & Information Systems Certificate of Completion Business Computer Applications
Program Learning Outcome: After completing this certificate of completion a student will be able to use a variety of business software, including word processors and spreadsheets to create business letters, reports and other business documents.
Computer Applications prepares students for positions utilizing a wide variety of popular operating systems and business application software. The computer applications taught here, including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, graphics, and desktop publishing are used in most business environments. This degree is also appropriate for retraining and for improving promotional opportunities.
Career Opportunities:
General office work
Document preparation
Technical support
Help desk training and support
Word processing
Administrative secretary
Administrative services
Choose 21 units from the following list of courses:
Choose only one of the following two courses:
CSIS 1 Computer Literacy - MS Office (2 units)
CSIS 2 Computers in Business - MS Office (4 units)
CSIS 6 Web Page Authoring I (2 units)
CSIS 8 Introduction to the Internet (1.unit)
CSIS 10 BASIC Programming (2 units)
CSIS 71 Desktop Publishing - Adobe PageMaker (3.units)
CSIS 72 Desktop Publishing - QuarkXPress (3.units)
CSIS 73 Desktop Publishing - Adobe InDesign (3.units)
CSIS 75 Photoshop I - Adobe Photoshop (3.units)
CSIS 121 Spreadsheet - MS Excel (1-2.units)
CSIS 124 Windows Fundamentals (1 unit)
CSIS 126 Word Processing - MS Word (2 units)
CSIS 128 Database - MS Access (2 units)
CSIS 129 Presentation Graphics - MS PowerPoint (1 unit)
CSIS 132 Intermediate Word Processing - MS Word (2 units)
CSIS 134 Intermediate Excel (2 units)
CSIS 181 PC Hardware (4.units)
CSIS 182 Operating Systems (4.units)
Total Units for Certificate of Completion: 21 UNITS
Recommended Electives: CSIS 7 and other desktop publishing courses
Computer Hardware Certificate of Achievement
Students receiving this certificate will have job entry skills in computer hardware repair. Students will be eligible to take the industry A+ hardware exam for certification.
CSIS 181 PC Hardware 4 units
CSIS 182 Operating Systems 4 units
Total Units for Certificate of Achievement: 8 UNITS
Recommended Electives: CSIS 122, CSIS 2 or 2L
Computer Science & Information Systems A.S. Degree
Computer Networking
This degree is for non-transfer and transfer CSIS majors.
Program Learning Outcomes: After completing this degree a student will be able to:
- work individually and in teams
- install and test hardware and software necessary for network connectivity.
- set up a connection with a remote host, employing appropriate commands.
Computer Networking is designed to provide entry-level skills and knowledge for students to enter the networking profession. Students will be eligible to take the industry A+ hardware exam and the Cisco Certified Network Administrator (CCNA) exam for certification.
The program also provides a solid foundation in network technology for students who plan to pursue further education in the networking field at a four year college.
Career Opportunities: network technician, network maintenance, network Help Desk, Assistant Network Administrator, PC/network installation
CSIS 175A Networking Essentials 4 units
CSIS 175B Router Theory & Router Technologies 4 units
CSIS 175C Advanced Routing/Switching/WAN 4 units
CSIS 48 UNIX/Linux Operating System 4 units
CSIS 181 PC Hardware 4 units
CSIS 182 Operating Systems 4 units
Total Units for Major: 24 UNITS
Plus completion of general education requirements units vary
Total Units Required for A.S.: minimum of 60 UNITS
Computer Science & Information Systems Certificate of Completion Computer Networking
Program Learning Outcomes: After completing this certificate of completion a student will be able to:
- work individually and in teams
- install and test hardware and software necessary for network connectivity.
- set up a connection with a remote host, employing appropriate commands.
Students receiving this certificate will have job skills for the computer networking field. Students will be eligible for Cisco Certified Network Administrator (CCNA) certification and the A+ hardware certification exams.
CSIS 175A Networking Essentials 4 units
CSIS 175B Router Theory & Router Technologies 4 units
CSIS 175C Advanced Routing/Switching/WAN 4 units
CSIS 48 UNIX/Linux Operating System 4 units
CSIS 181 PC Hardware 4 units
CSIS 182 Operating Systems 4 units
Total Units for Certificate of Completion: 24 UNITS
Computer Networking Certificate of Achievement
This is a three-course program with the Cisco Networking Academy. Upon completion, students will be eligible for industry certification. (Cisco Certified Network Administrator - CCNA)
CSIS 175A Networking Essentials 4 units
CSIS 175B Cisco Router Theory and Technologies 4 units
CSIS 175C Cisco Advanted Routing and Switching
and WAN Technologies 4 unitsTotal Units for Certificate of Achievement: 12 UNITS
Recommended courses to be taken before starting (or concurrent with) the
Networking sequence: CSIS 2L, 48, 181, 274; MATH 205
Computer Science & Information Systems A.S. Degree Computer Programming
For transfer CSIS majors
Program Learning Outcomes: After completing this degree a student will be able to:
- create programs in three different languages that use control flow statements such as if and switch statements.
- create programs in three different languages that use loop statements such as for and while statements.
Computer Programming prepares students for entry-level programming in a wide variety of occupations. Many of the courses in this degree will be needed for students transferring to a university to study Computer Science. Students planning to transfer need to research lower division major requirements at the transfer destination of their choice.
Career Opportunities:
Computer programming
Application programming
Help Desk technical support
Data base specialist
Web programmer
CSIS 46 C++ Programming II 4 units
CSIS 48 UNIX/Linux Operating System 4 units
Choose one:
CSIS 45 C++ Programming I (4 units)
CSIS 5 C++ Scientific Programming (3 units)
3-4 units
Choose 10 units:
CSIS 6 Web Page Authoring I (2 units)
CSIS 12/12L Assembly Language Programming (4 units)
CSIS 24 Java Programming I (4 units)
CSIS 44 C#.NET Programming (4 units)
CSIS 51 Visual Basic .NET Programming (4 units)
CSIS 54/54L Perl Programming (4 units)
CSIS 78 Web Sites with SQL and PHP (4 units)
10 units
Total Units for Major: 21-22 UNITS
Plus completion of general education requirements units vary
Total Units Required for A.S.: minimum of 60 UNITS
Recommended Electives:
For transfer majors: MATH 1A and MATH 1B
For non-transfer majors: MATH 233
Computer Science & Information Systems Certificate of Completion Computer Programming
Program Learning Outcomes: After completing this certificate of completion a student will be able to:
- create programs in three different languages that use control flow statements such as if and switch statements.
- create programs in three different languages that use loop statements such as for and while statements.
Computer Programming prepares students for entry-level programming in a wide variety of occupations. Many of the courses in this certificate of completion will be needed for students transferring to a university to study Computer Science. Students planning to transfer need to research lower division major requirements at the transfer destination of their choice.
Career Opportunities:
Computer programming
Application programming
Help Desk technical support
Data base specialist
Web programmer
CSIS 46 C++ Programming II 4 units
CSIS 48 UNIX/Linux Operating System 4 units
Choose one:
CSIS 45 C++ Programming I (4 units)
CSIS 5 C++ Scientific Programming (3 units)
3-4 units
Choose 10 units:
CSIS 6 Web Page Authoring I (2 units)
CSIS 12/12L Assembly Language Programming (4 units)
CSIS 24 Java Programming I (4 units)
CSIS 44 C#.NET Programming (4 units)
CSIS 51 Visual Basic .NET Programming (4 units)
CSIS 54/54L Perl Programming (4 units)
CSIS 78 Web Sites with SQL and PHP (4 units)
10 units
Total Units for Certificate of Completion: 21-22 UNITS
Additional programming courses are recommended.
Computer Science & Information Systems A.S. Degree Programming for the Internet
For non-transfer majors
Program Learning Outcomes: After completing this degree a student will be able to:
- create, modify, and program web pages with images and forms.
- create programs in three different languages that use loop statements such as for and while statements.
Programming for the Internet prepares students for entry-level positions developing and maintaining Internet and Intranet web pages. The courses prepare students to create, modify, and program web pages, such as those used in electronic commerce. Students will gain knowledge in both technical and artistic sides of this profession.
Career Opportunities:
Web page developer
Web programmer
Technical support
Webmaster
CSIS 6 Web Page Authoring I 2 units
CSIS 51 Visual Basic .NET Programming 4 units
CSIS 54/54L Perl Programming 4 units
CSIS 84 JavaScript Programming 2 units
Choose one:
CSIS 45 C++ Programming I (4 units)
CSIS 5 C++ Scientific Programming (3 units)
3-4 units
Choose courses for at least 4 units:
CSIS 7 Web Page Authoring II (2 units)
CSIS 75 PhotoShop I - Adobe Photoshop (3 units)
CSIS 78 SQL and Database Management Systems (3 units)
CSIS 85 Web Design I: Dreamweaver (2 units)
CSIS 110 Interactive Animation: Flash (3 units)
4 units
Total Units for Major: 19-20 UNITS
Plus completion of general education requirements units vary
Total Units Required for A.S.: minimum of 60 UNITS
Recommended Elective: MATH 233
Computer Science & Information Systems Certificate of Completion Programming for the Internet
Program Learning Outcomes: After completing this certificate of completion a student will be able to:
- create, modify, and program web pages with images and forms.
- create programs in three different languages that use loop statements such as for and while statements
Programming for the Internet prepares students for entry-level positions developing and maintaining Internet and Intranet web pages. The courses prepare students to create, modify, and program web pages, such as used in electronic commerce. Students will gain knowledge in both technical and artistic sides of this profession.
Career Opportunities:
Web page developer
Web programmer
Technical support
Webmaster
CSIS 6 Web Page Authoring I 2 units
CSIS 51 Visual Basic .NET Programming 4 units
CSIS 54/54L Perl Programming 4 units
CSIS 84 JavaScript Programming 2 units
Choose one:
CSIS 45 C++ Programming I (4 units)
CSIS 5 C++ Scientific Programming (3 units)
3-4 units
Choose courses for at least 4 units:
CSIS 7 Web Page Authoring II (2 units)
CSIS 75 Photoshop I - Adobe Photoshop (3 units)
CSIS 78 SQL and Database Management Systems (3 units)
CSIS 85 Web Design I: Dreamweaver (2 units)
CSIS 110 Interactive Animation: Flash (3 units)
4 units
Total Units for Certificate of Completion: 19-20 UNITS
Recommended Elective: MATH 233
Computer Science & Information Systems A.S. Degree Scientific Programming
For transfer CSIS majors
Program Learning Outcomes: After completing this degree a student will be able to:
- create programs in three different languages that use control flow statements such as if and switch statements.
- create scientific programs in three different languages that use loop statements such as for and while statements.
Scientific Programming prepares students for entry-level scientific programming in a wide variety of occupations. Many of the courses in this degree will be needed for students transferring to a university to study Computer Science. Students planning to transfer need to research lower division major requirements at the transfer destination of their choice.
Career opportunities include:
Scientific programming
Computer programming
Statistical programming
Research
CSIS 46 C++ Programming II 4 units
MATH 1A Single-Variable Calculus and Analytic Geometry 4 units
Choose one:
CSIS 5 C++ Scientific Programming (3 units)
CSIS 45 C++ Programming I (4 units)
3-4 units
Choose two:
CSIS 24 Java Programming I (4 units)
CSIS 47 Visual C++ Programming (4 units)
CSIS 51 Visual Basic .NET Programming (4 units)
CSIS 54/54L Perl Programming (4 units)
8 units
Choose two:
MATH 1B Single-Variable Calculus and Analytic Geometry (4 units)
MATH 5 Introduction to Statistics (3 units)
MATH 7 Finite Mathematics (3 units)
CSIS/MATH 26 Discrete Math (4 units)
6-8 units
Total Units for Major: 25-28 UNITS
Plus completion of general education requirements units vary
Total Units Required for A.S.: minimum of 60 UNITS
Computer Science & Information Systems Certificate of Completion Scientific Programming
Program Learning Outcomes: After completing this certificate of completion a student will be able to:
- create programs in three different languages that use control flow statements such as if and switch statements.
- create scientific programs in three different languages that use loop statements such as for and while statements.
Scientific Programming prepares students for entry-level scientific programming in a wide variety of occupations.
Career opportunities include:
Scientific programming
Computer programming
Statistical programming
Research
To receive an Associate of Science degree students must also complete Gavilan general education requirements.
CSIS 46 C++ Programming II 4 units
MATH 1A Single-Variable Calculus and Analytic Geometry 4 units
Choose one:
CSIS 5 C++ Scientific Programming (3 units)
CSIS 45 C++ Programming I (4 units)
3-4 units
Choose two:
CSIS 24 Java Programming I (4 units)
CSIS 47 Visual C++ Programming (4 units)
CSIS 51 Visual Basic .NET Programming (4 units)
CSIS 54/54L Perl Programming (4 units)
8 units
Choose two:
MATH 1B Single-Variable Calculus and Analytic Geometry (4 units)
MATH 5 Introduction to Statistics (3 units)
MATH 7 Finite Mathematics (3 units)
CSIS/MATH 26 Discrete Math (4 units)
6-8 units
Total Units for Certificate of Completion: 25-28 UNITS
Telecommunications/Network Cabling Certificate of Achievement
This is a comprehensive course that introduces network cabling through a short term and hands-on program. Students will become skilled in installing, terminating, testing and troubleshooting both copper and fiber-optic based cabling systems. Classes are geared to people with no technical experience.
Upon satisfactory completion of this class the student will receive a Network Cabling Specialist Certification for both copper-based and fiber-optic based cabling issued by C-Tech, Inc. and the student’s name will be made available to prospective employers on the C-Tech website.
Prerequisites: none
Hours: 4 hours per week for one semester.
CSIS 274 Telecommunication and Network Cabling 2 units
Computer Science & Information Systems A.S. Degree UNIX Operating System
For transfer and non-transfer CSIS majors
Program Learning Outcomes: After completing this degree a student will be able to:
- use UNIX editors to create and modify files.
- modify, move, and rename files and directories. They will be able to use UNIX e-mail and ftp commands.
If you are using the Web, you are using UNIX, since most large Web servers are UNIX systems. The UNIX Operating System Option prepares students for entry-level positions working with UNIX/Linux operating systems. Many of the courses in this degree will be needed for students transferring to a 4-year college to study Computer Science. Students planning to transfer need to research lower division major requirements at the transfer destination of their choice.
Career opportunities include:
UNIX/Linux system administration
Webmaster
C/C++ programming
Choose one:
CSIS 18/18L UNIX/C++ Programming (4 units)
CSIS 45 C++ Programming I (4 units)
CSIS 5 C++ Scientific Programming (3 units)
4 units
CSIS 48 UNIX/Linux Operating System 4 units
CSIS 49 UNIX/Linux Shell Programming 4 units
CSIS 52 Linux/UNIX System Administration 4 units
Coose two:
CSIS 24 Java Programming I (4 units)
CSIS 54/54L Perl Programming (4 units)
CSIS 175A Networking Essentials (4 units)
CSIS 46 C++ Programming II (4 units)
8 units
Total Units for Major: 24 UNITS
Plus completion of general education requirements units vary
Total Units Required for A.S.: minimum of 60 UNITS
Courses completed to satisfy general education requirements cannot be used in the major unless so specified and beyond the 18 unit minimum.
Computer Science & Information Systems Certificate of Completion UNIX Operating System
Program Learning Outcomes: After completing this certificate of completion a student will be able to:
- use UNIX editors to create and modify files.
- modify, move, and rename files and directories. They will be able to use UNIX e-mail and ftp commands.
If you are using the Web, you are using UNIX, since most large Web servers are UNIX systems. The UNIX Operating System Option prepares students for entry-level positions working with UNIX/Linux operating systems. Many of the courses in this degree will be needed for students transferring to a 4-year college to study Computer Science.
Career opportunities include:
UNIX/Linux system administration
Webmaster
C/C++ programming
To receive an Associate of Science degree students must also complete Gavilan general education requirements.
Choose one:
CSIS 18/18L UNIX/C++ Programming (4 units)
CSIS 45 C++ Programming I (4 units)
CSIS 5 C++ Scientific Programming (3 units)
4 units
CSIS 48 UNIX/Linux Operating System 4 units
CSIS 49 UNIX/Linux Shell Programming 4 units
CSIS 52 Linux/UNIX System Administration 4 units
Coose two:
CSIS 24 Java Programming I (4 units)
CSIS 54/54L Perl Programming (4 units)
CSIS 175A Networking Essentials (4 units)
CSIS 46 C++ Programming II (4 units)
8 units
Total Units for Certificate of Completion: 24 UNITS
Web Page Production Specialist Certificate of Achievement
This certificate prepares the student for entry-level work laying out and adding content to web pages for the Internet. Students may concentrate on visual or text content. This certificate can lead to advanced certificates or degrees in Web Page Design, Digital Media or Media Arts.
CSIS 6 Web Page Authoring I 2 units
CSIS 77 Introduction to Digital Media & Its Tools 3 units
CSIS 126 Word Processing - MS Word 2 units
Choose one:
CSIS 114 Digital Media Production (2 units)
JOUR 18A Working on the Newspaper (2 units)
2 units
Choose one:
CSIS 7 Web Page Authoring II (2 units)
CSIS 85 Web Design I: Dreamweaver (2 units)
2 units
Choose one:
CSIS 110 Interactive Animation: Flash (3 units)
CSIS 109 Interactive Animation and Authoring: Director (3 units)
3 units
Choose one:
CSIS 75 Photoshop I - Adobe Photoshop (3 units)
JOUR 16A Writing for Media (3 units)
3 units
Total Units for Certificate of Achievement: 17 UNITS
