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Computer and information Systems

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  • Computer Support Specialist
  • Web Programming
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  • Computer Networking and System Administration
  • Computer Science

These programs provide job opportunities in computer technology, often without a Bachelor's degree. Cabrillo offers many exciting programs and courses in the following areas:

• Computer Support Specialist
• Web Programming

If you are interested in careers in other related areas of computer technology, look at the following programs:

• Computer Networking and Systems Administration
• Computer Science

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• CIS Student Learning Outcomes Assessment Plan (PDF)
• Course Descriptions and Degree Requirements (PDF)
• Current Course Offerings (PDF)
• Computer and Information Systems Faculty Directory
• Computer Support Specialist
• Web Programming
  • Certificate of Achievement: Web Programming
  • Skills Certificate: Web Programming

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Computer Support Specialist

The CSS program at Cabrillo prepares students for a career in the field of computer technical support. Courses provide hands-on experience with computer hardware and software, basic networking and help desk concepts. Communication skills, which are critical to success in this field, are emphasized in the program.

The CSS program prepares students for CompTIA certification exams like the A+, Network + and Security +. CompTIA is the world’s largest developer of vendor-neutral IT certification exams. Many employers value CompTIA certifications. Seventy-four percent of IT managers say a CompTIA certification is an important factor in considering an employee for a promotion.

For more information see our PDF documents:

• Computer Support Specialist Information Card
• Computer Support Specialist Brochure

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Web Programming

When a Web-page designer wants more interactive and dynamic Web pages, he or she learns to use client-side and server-side programming languages. On the server, a developer must often design and program databases. The combination of client-side and server-side programming enables many of the newer Web services like Google Maps, MySpace and YouTube.

Cabrillo offers two certificates in Web Programming:

• Certificate of Achievement: Web Programming
• Skills Certificate: Web Programming

Occasionally, we offer other courses in Web programming depending on student interest. If you are interested in another of our offerings, or would like to let us know about courses you want to see offered, please let us know.

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Certificate of Achievement: Web Programming

Two Consecutive Semesters Plus Summer

Fall	Spring	Summer
CIS 132 CIS 90*	CIS 165XX CS12J or CS 20J	CIS 131
MATH 152 or MATH 4
ENGL 1A/1AMC	COMM 2 or COMM 10

Note: MATH 4 required only if taking CS 20J; XX = any suffix

Three Consecutive Semesters Plus Summer

Fall	Spring	Summer	Fall	Spring
CIS 132	CIS 165XX	CIS 131	CS 12J CIS 90*	CS 20J*
MATH 152			MATH 4*
ENGL 1A/1AMC	COMM 2 or COMM 10

Note: MATH 4 required only if taking CS 20J; XX = any suffix

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Skills Certificate: Web Programming

Three Consecutive Semesters Plus Optional Summer

Fall	Spring	Summer	Fall
CIS 132**	165XX	CIS 131**	CS 12J or CS 20J
MATH 154	MATH 152	MATH 4

Note: MATH 4 required only if taking CS 20J.

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Endnotes

* Strongly recommended but not required.
** 1 of these two courses are required