Computer Information Systems (CIS.ITS.AAS)

Information Technology Support Option

Program Outcomes 

Program outcomes represent broad areas of knowledge and skills developed over the duration of the program through a wide range of courses and experiences. These learning outcomes represent what a student should be able to know, think, or do upon successful completion of their program at Oakland Community College.

  • Students will use computer support techniques to develop skills in system boot sequences, disk partitioning, and fragmentation based on a rubric.
  • Students will apply knowledge of the Linux/Unix operating systems using virtual machine software based on a rubric.
  • Students will apply knowledge of the Windows Server operating systems installation of local area networks with user rights and permissions based upon a rubric

Program Plan 2024-2025

Full Time - Fall Start

**Students should meet with an OCC counselor before attempting this plan of study**

Year 1 - Fall

Courses    Credits
CIS 1200 Introduction to Database Systems 4
CIS 1300 Networking Concepts 4
ENG 1510 Composition I 3
  TOTAL CREDITS  11

Year 1 - Winter

Courses    Credits
CIS 1500 Introduction to Programming (Java) 4
CIS 1600 Fundamentals of Cybersecurity 4
COM 1290 Interpersonal Communication 3
MAT 11501 Intermediate Algebra 4
  TOTAL CREDITS  15

Year 1 - Summer

Courses
Courses    Credits
CIS 2535 MS Windows Server Administration 3
CIS 2636 Network Administration 4
PHI 1710 Introduction to Informal Logic 3
  or PHI 2710 Introduction to Formal Logic 3
  TOTAL CREDITS  10

Year 2- Fall

Courses    Credits
CIS 2111 Systems Analysis and Design (UML) 4
CIS 2232 Fundamentals of System Support 4
CIS 2434 Introduction to Linux/Unix Administration 3
Gen Ed Social Science 3
  TOTAL CREDITS  14
MILESTONE: Make an appointment to meet with a Counselor to apply for graduation for this degree.

Year 2- Winter

Courses    Credits
CIS 2737 Database Administration 4
CIS 2838 System Security 4
CIS 2980 Computer Service Tech (A+) 4
  TOTAL CREDITS  12
TOTAL CREDITS 62

Notes:
1 or higher level MAT course (except MAT 1525, MAT 2530, or MAT 2540)