Computer Information Systems - Information Technology Support Certificate (CIS.ITS.CT)

Computer Systems Support Focus  

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 Windows server operating systems to set up a local area network 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
CIS 2111 Systems Analysis and Design (UML) 4
  TOTAL CREDITS  16

Year 1 - Winter

Courses   Credits
CIS 2434 Introduction to Linux and Unix 3
  or CIS 2535 Microsoft Windows Server Administration 3
CIS 2838 System Security 4
CIS 2980 Computer Service Technologies and Techniques (A+) 4
  TOTAL CREDITS  11

MILESTONE: Make an appointment to meet with a Counselor to apply for graduation for this certificate.

Year 2 - Fall

Courses    Credits
CIS 13051 CCNA Studies I: Introduction to Networks 4
CIS 13101 CCNA Studies II: Switching, Routing, and Wireless Essentials 4
  TOTAL CREDITS  8
TOTAL CREDITS  35

Notes:
1Course only offered in Fall semester