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CIS Associate of Science Degrees
 
   
 

 
CIS Associate Degrees:
Associate of Science Degrees Associate of Arts Degree in Liberal Arts and Sciences
              with an Emphasis in Information Technology
  • A.S.
    Degrees:          
     
     
  • Computer Network
    Administration &
    Security Management
    (S0701)
  • Database
    Management
    Systems
    (S0706)
  • Computer
    Programming     

    (S7302)
  • Administrative
    Assistant     

    (S0514)
Image of a Graduation Cap and Diploma. The Mt. SAC CIS department offers three Associate of Science degrees:
  • Computer Network Administration & Security Management (S0701)
  • Database Management Systems (S0706)
  • Computer Programming (S7302)
  • Administrative Assistant (S0514)
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Computer Network Administration & Security Management (CNASM)    (S0701)

Computer Network Administration and Security Management is a two-year program of study leading to the Associate of Science (A.S.) Degree.  This program prepares individuals for employment in the computer / information technology field in such positions as network administrator and security management administrator.

The curriculum is intended to help students develop skills to design, administer and manage the heterogeneous corporate network with a security emphasis.  The courses examine and illustrate network security with various industry-leading network operating systems.  Individual courses will assist students in preparing for related industry certification exams.

The main objective of the degree is to prepare students for employment following graduation.   Students wishing a Bachelor's Degree should meet with a counselor or advisor for choices to transfer to available CSU joint degree programs.

Click here to download a pdf copy of the degree requirements for:
Computer Network Administration and Security Management (CNASM) (S0701) (PDF)

To find out more about any of the courses, click on the course number below.

Requirements for the Major:
Required courses:
  • CISN 11 -- Telecommunications Networking (4.0 units) CSU
  • CISN 24 -- Windows Server Network & Security Administration (4.0 units) CSU
  • CISN 51 -- Cisco CCNA Networking Fundamentals and Routing (4.0 units) CSU
  • CISS 21 -- Network Vulnerabilities and Countermeasures (4.0 units) CSU
  • CISS 23 -- Network Analysis and Intrusion Detection Systems (4.0 units) CSU
  • CISS 25 -- Network Security and Firewalls (4.0 units) CSU
  • CISS 29 -- CNASM Service Learning (1.0 unit)
PLUS Select one course from:
  • CISB 11 -- Computer Information Systems (3.5 units) CSU, UC
  • CISN 21 -- Windows Operating System (4.0 units) CSU
  • CISN 31 -- Linux Operating System (4.0 units) CSU
  • CISN 34 -- Linux Networking and Security (4.0 units) CSU
Total units = 27.5 - 28.0

Degree Level Student Learning Outcomes:


Students completing the Computer Network Administration & Security Management Degree (S0701) will be able to :
  1. configure and install a firewall.
  2. implement a secured translation for service hosting through a firewall.

CNSS 4011 Recognition

CNSS Image. The National Security Agency (NSA) and the Committee on National Security Systems (CNSS) recognizes that Mt. SAC Security courseware meets the CNSS 4011 training standard.  Therefore, this program provides the required training for network security professionals who assist federal agencies and private sector entities to protect their information and aid in the defense of the nation's vital information resources.
This formal NSA and CNSS certification gives Mt. SAC the authority to recognize those candidates who have demonstrated that they have met the CNSS 4011 training standard.  These candidates will be issued a letter of recognition acknowledging their completion of the recommended training requirement.

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Database Management Systems (S0706)

The Computer Information Systems major is a two-year program leading to the Associate in Science Degree.  It prepares students for employment in the Information Technology industry in such areas as application software development, computer systems security, and database management.

The program is designed to prepare students for employment following graduation. Students wishing a Bachelor's Degree (transfer program) should meet with a counselor or advisor to discuss transferability of courses.

Coursework includes a list of core courses and additional courses for each option.

This option concentrates on the design, development, and maintenance of relational databases on microcomputers.  The Database Management degree includes coursework in the design, development, and maintenance of relational databases.  Students choosing this degree have the option of selecting either the Microsoft or Oracle concentration.

Click here to download a pdf copy of the degree requirements for:
Computer: Database Management Systems Degree (S0706) (PDF)

To find out more about any of the courses, click on the course number below.

Requirements for the Major:
Required core courses:
  • CISB 11 -- Computer Information Systems (3.5 units) CSU, UC
  • CISB 15 -- Microcomputer Applications (4.0 units) CSU, UC
  • CISM 11 -- Systems Analysis and Design (3.5 units) CSU, UC
  •  
  • CISN 21 -- Windows Operating System (4.0 units) CSU
    • --or--
  • CISN 31 -- Linux Operating System (4.0 units) CSU
  •  
  • BUSM 20 -- Principles of Business (3.0 units) CSU, UC
    • --or--
  • BUSA 7 -- Principles of Accounting - Financial (5.0 units) CSU, UC
Plus one of the following two concentrations:

      Microsoft Concentration:
  • CISD 11 -- Database Management - Microsoft Access (4.0 units) CSU
  • CISD 14 -- Advanced Database Management -- Microsoft Access (4.0 units)
  • CISD 21 -- Database Management - Microsoft SQL Server (4.0 units)
  • CISD 40 -- Database Design (3.0 units)

      Oracle Concentration:
  • CISD 31 -- Database Management - Oracle (4.0 units)
  • CISD 32 -- Oracle Forms and Reports (3.0 units)
  • CISD 40 -- Database Design (3.0 units)
Total units = 28.0 - 34.0

Degree Level Student Learning Outcomes:

  1. Students completing the Database Management Systems Degree (S0706) will be able to apply normalization rules to database design.
  2. Students completing the Database Management Systems Degree (S0706) will be able to create a program using script and stored procedure.
NOTE:  Every effort is made to ensure the accuracy and timeliness of this information; however, students should consult the college catalog for the most current and accurate information regarding degrees, certificates, or courses.
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Computer Programming (S7302)

The Computer Programming degree is a two-year program leading to the Associate of Science Degree.  The Computer Proramming Degree program is designed to prepare students for employment as a computer programmer following graduation.   Students wishing a Bachelor's Degree (transfer program) should meet with a counselor or advisor to discuss transferability of courses.

Coursework includes a list of core courses and additional courses for each concentration.

This degree emphasizes the development of business applications using object-oriented methodologies as you program in one of today's modern programming languages.   Students choosing this degree may select one of four programming language concentrations: C++, Visual Basic, Java, or C#.

Click here to download a pdf copy of the degree requirements for:
Computer Programming Degree (S7302) (PDF) .

To find out more about any of the courses, click on the course number below.

Requirements for the Major:
Required core courses:
  • CISB 11 -- Computer Information Systems (3.5 units) CSU, UC
  • CISB 15 -- Microcomputer Applications (4.0 units) CSU, UC
  • CISM 11 -- Systems Analysis and Design (3.5 units) CSU, UC
  •  
  • CISN 21 -- Windows Operating System (4.0 units) CSU
    • --or--
  • CISN 31 -- Linux Operating System (4.0 units) CSU
  •  
  • CISP 10 -- Object-Oriented Design (2.0 units)
  •  
  • BUSM 20 -- Principles of Business (3.0 units) CSU, UC
    • --or--
  • BUSM 25 -- Principles of E-Commerce (3.0 units)
    • --or--
  • BUSA 7 -- Principles of Accounting - Financial (5.0 units) CSU, UC
  •  
  • CISD 11 -- Database Management - Microsoft Access (4.0 units) CSU
    • --or--
  • CISD 21 -- Database Management - Microsoft SQL Server (4.0 units)
    • --or--
  • CISD 31 -- Database Management - Oracle (4.0 units)
Plus one of the following language concentrations:

       C++:
  • CISP 31 -- Programming in C++ (4.0 units) CSU, UC
  • CISP 34 -- Advanced C++ Programming (4.0 units) CSU, UC

       Visual Basic:
  • CISP 11 -- Programming in Visual Basic (4.0 units) CSU, UC
  • CISP 14 -- Advanced Visual Basic Programming (4.0 units) CSU, UC

       Java:
  • CISP 21 -- Programming in Java (4.0 units) CSU, UC
  • CISP 24 -- Advanced Java Programming (4.0 units)

       C#:
  • CISP 41 -- Programming in C# (4.0 units)
  • CISP 44 -- Advanced Programming in C# (4.0 units)

Total units = 32.0 - 34.0

Degree Level Student Learning Outcomes:

  1. Students completing the Computer Programming Degree (S7302) will be able to display data from related database tables.
  2. Students completing the Computer Programming Degree (S7302) will be able to update a SQL Server database.
NOTE:  Every effort is made to ensure the accuracy and timeliness of this information; however, students should consult the college catalog for the most current and accurate information regarding degrees, certificates, or courses.
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Administrative Assistant (S0514)

This program is intended to prepare students for employment following graduation as administrative assistants, executive assistants, office managers, or other clerical and support staff.  Training in a variety of computer and clerical skills is emphasized.

Students desiring a Bachelor's degree (transfer program) should consult with a counselor or advisor to discuss transferability of courses.

Click here to download a pdf copy of the degree requirements for:
Administrative Assistant (S0514) (PDF) .

To find out more about any of the courses, click on the course number below.

Requirements for the Major:
Required core courses:
  • BUSO 5 -- Business English (3.0 units)
  • BUSO 25 -- Business Communications (3.0 units) CSU
  • BUSO 26 -- Oral Communications for Business (3.0 units)
  • CISB 15 -- Microcomputer Applications (4.0 units) CSU, UC
  • CISB 31 -- Microsoft Word (3.0 units)
  • CISI 41 -- Office Management Skills (3.0 units)
  • CISB 51 -- Microsoft PowerPoint (3.0 units) CSU
  PLUS Select one (1) course from:
  • CISW 15 -- Website Development (4.0 units)
  • CISB 61 -- Desktop Publishing Software (3.0 units)

Total units = 25.0 - 26.0

Degree Level Student Learning Outcomes:

  1. Students completing an Administrative Assistant Degree (S0514) will be able to create and present a visual slide presentation to include text, graphic objects, design theme, slide transition, and object animation.
  2. Students completing an Administrative Assistant Degree (S0514) will be able to create a document in which text, paragraphs, and layout are formatted effectively and efficiently using word processing software (Word).
NOTE:  Every effort is made to ensure the accuracy and timeliness of this information; however, students should consult the college catalog for the most current and accurate information regarding degrees, certificates, or courses.
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