Computer Information Systems - Information Technology Support (CIS.ITS.AAS)

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 2025-2026

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
CIS 1600  Fundamentals of Cybersecurity 4
ENG 1510 Composition I 3
  or ENG 1510E Composition I Enhanced 4
  or ENG-1510S Composition I with Support 6
  TOTAL CREDITS  15-18

Year 1 - Winter

Courses    Credits
CIS 2111 Systems Analysis and Design (UML) 4
CIS 2980 Computer Service Technologies and Techniques A+ 4
COM 1290 Interpersonal Communication 3
MAT 11501 Intermediate Algebra 4
  TOTAL CREDITS  15

Year 1 - Summer

Courses
Courses    Credits
CIS 2535 Microsoft Windows Server Administration 3
  TOTAL CREDITS  3

Year 2- Fall

Courses    Credits
CIS 13052 CCNA Studies I: Introduction to Networks 4
CIS 13102 CCNA Studies II: Switching, Routing, and Wireless Essentials 4
CIS 2434 Introduction to Linux and Unix Administration 3
CIS 2838 System Security 4
  TOTAL CREDITS  15
MILESTONE: Make an appointment to meet with a Counselor to apply for graduation for this degree.

Year 2- Winter

Courses    Credits
CIS 13203 CCNA Studies III: enterprise Networking, Security, and Automation 4
CIS 13303 CCNA Studies IV: Cybersecurity Operations 4
PHI 1710 Introduction to Informal Logic 3
  or PHI 2710 Introduction to Formal Logic 3
GenEd Social Science 3-4
  TOTAL CREDITS  14-15
TOTAL CREDITS 62-64

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

2 Course only offered in the Fall semester

3 Course only offered in the Winter semester