Studying CIS at Calhoun
Your Degree Options
Your Path To Transfer to a University
Associate of Science Degree (A.S.)
Associate of Science Degree (A.S.)
Prepare to transfer to a university and complete your bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or a related field.
Your Path To An Entry Level Position
Associate of Applied Science Degree (A.A.S.)
Associate of Applied Science Degree (A.A.S.)
Prepare for entry-level positions including computer technician, network technician, junior system administrator, junior programmer, cybersecurity analyst, and system modeler.
- Cybersecurity/IT – Gives students core IT skills with an emphasis in cybersecurity and networking.
- Programming – Gives students core IT skills with an emphasis in programming.
- Systems Engineering Technology (SET)– A first-in-the-nation program that starts you on a career path as a systems engineering technical professional.
Your Path to Build Your Skills
Entry-Level Short-Term Certificates
Entry-Level Short-Term Certificates
Our short-term certificates consist of 3 or more courses in a focused area of study. These entry level skills are popular with people seeking to change careers or to update their skill set.
- Computer Science Essentials Short-Term Certificate– gives students essential skills to analyze and resolve many of the day-to-day challenges commonly encountered in the computing field.
- Computer Technician Preparation Certificate– This certificate option provides courses that help to prepare students for the CompTIA A+, Linux+, Network+, and Security+ certifications. These certifications allow holders to meet the baseline requirements for DOD 8570/8140 IAT Level I and IAT Level II positions.
- Programming Essentials Certificate– Prepares students in multiple programming languages including Python, C++, and Java.
- Software Applications Certificate– Prepares students for the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification exams.
- CIS Systems Engineering Technology Essentials Certificate– A first-in-the-nation program that starts you on a career path as a systems engineering technical professional.
Your Path to Level Up Your Skills
Advanced-Level Short-Term Certificates
Advanced-Level Short-Term Certificates
Our short-term certificates consist of 3 or more courses in a focused area of study. These advanced level skills are popular with people seeking to change careers or to update their skill set.
- Cisco CCNA Preparation Certificate– Prepares students for the CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate) certification exam.
- Cybersecurity Essentials Certificate– Students will learn to identify, investigate and combat network intrusions. Prepares students for penetration testing, computer forensics, and ethical hacking as well as certifications such as CompTIA Security+, Network+, and Linux+.
- Server Administration Certificate– Prepares students in Linux, Windows, Windows Server, basic networking, scripting.
