Computer Information Systems
Computer Information Systems
The Computer Information Systems (CIS) programs provide high-quality certificate and academic transfer programs in computer networking, programming/coding, cybersecurity, and web development and design. Many programs are aligned with industry certifications and an Associate’s Degree with specialized business accreditation is available. The CIS discipline is a CISCO Networking Academy and offers students access to opportunities to participate and network within the following clubs and activities.
- Association for Computing Machinery (ACM)
- Cybersecurity Center
- NASA Spacesuit Interface Technologies for Students (SUITS)
Contact Us
Educational Advisor
*Please direct general inquiries to your educational advisor
Lorena Franco
951-222-8624
Lorena.Franco@rcc.edu
Tech A 101
Faculty Advisor
Janet Lehr
(951) 222-8974
ist@rcc.edu
BE 220E
| Amazon Web Services (AWS) Cloud Computing CE
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Major Units 23 |
Typical Time to Completion 1-1.5 years |
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| C++ Programming CE
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Major Units 13 |
Typical Time to Completion 1 year |
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| Cisco Networking CE
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Major Units 12 |
Typical Time to Completion 1 year |
Program Requirements |
| CIS-Computer Programming AS
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Major Units 16 |
Typical Time to Completion 1 year |
Program Requirements |
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Cyber Defense AS
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Major Units 32 |
Typical Time to Completion 1-1.5 years |
Program Requirements |
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Cyberpreneurship AS
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Major Units 31 |
Typical Time to Completion 1-1.5 years |
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Data Anylitics CE
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Major Units |
Typical Time to Completion 1-1.5 years |
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Data Quick Start CE
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Major Units |
Typical Time to Completion 1 year |
Program Requirements |
| Information Security and Cyber Defense CE
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Major Units 26.5 |
Typical Time to Completion 1-1.5 years |
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| Information Technology CE
|
Major Units 25-26 |
Typical Time to Completion 1.5 years |
Program Requirements |
| IT Technician Pathway: IT Systems Support and Sales CE
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Major Units 15 |
Typical Time to Completion 6-8 months |
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| Java Programming CE
|
Major Units 13 |
Typical Time to Completion 6-8 months |
Program Requirements |
| Web Master - Web Designer CE
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Major Units 18 |
Typical Time to Completion 1 year |
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| Web Master - Web Developer CE
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Major Units 17 |
Typical Time to Completion 1 year |
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You may be a visionary. You may be a missing part of a team. Business, education, government and non-profits are looking for individuals to fill in the gaps both strategically and hands on. Your career possibilities are extremely diverse. Take a class, earn a certificate (where applicable) or work toward your Associate Degree for Transfer (ADT) to a California State University or University of California. If you are interested to learn more, you can explore other instructional pathways in Business, Law, and Computer Information Systems.
Accreditation
Program Accreditation Information
ACBSP provides a set of standards and criteria to assist ACBSP associate degree member institutions in achieving excellence in business program education. Through a process of self-study, on-site visitation, and assessment, business units have the opportunity to demonstrate their commitment to serving students, other institutions, and industry.
The following student achievement metrics are reviewed and tracked for the Computer Information Systems program.
| RCC Computer Information Systems Completions | ||
|---|---|---|
| AS-T Computer Science | AS Computer Programming | |
| 2018-2019 | 7 | 12 |
| 2019-2020 | 10 | 8 |
| 2020-2021 | 20 | 5 |
| 2021-2022 | 22 | 13 |
| 2022-2023 | 39 | 10 |
| RCC Computer Information Systems Program Headcount and Transfer | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AS-T Computer Science | AS Computer Programming | |||
| Headcount | Transfer | Headcount | Transfer | |
| 2018-2019 | 469 | 16 | 363 | 14 |
| 2019-2020 | 507 | 27 | 329 | 10 |
| 2020-2021 | 596 | 35 | 359 | 10 |
| 2021-2022 | 644 | 36 | 331 | 12 |
| 2022-2023 | 840 | 34 | 361 | 7 |
More Accredited Programs
If you're interested in exploring other accredited programs or want more information, visit the RCC Accreditation Page.