Division: Technology
Department Chairman: Saroj Sabherwal
E-mail: saroj_sabherwal@wvmccd.cc.ca.us
Phone: (408) 855-5357
Counseling: (408)855-5030

Full Time Faculty:

Saroj Sabherwal (408) 855-5357
E-mail: saroj_sabherwal@wvmccd.cc.ca.us

Hung Pham (408) 855-5354
E-mail: hung_pham@wvmccd.cc.ca.us

Dr. Kamlesh Verma (408) 855-5346
E-mail: kamlesh_verma@wvmccd.cc.ca.us

The Computer Information System (CIS) program is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills required to gain entry level employment as computer programmers, and/or software/system administration technicians. The program offers students the choice of pursuing an Associate of Science (A.S.) degree in Computer Science, or certificate(s) with general and C/C++/Unix programming and emphasis.

The Computer Information Systems department also offers a transfer program. The courses offered in the transfer program will transfer to California State University/ University of California systems, and other four year colleges. In addition, the program provides courses to update skills in areas such as programming in C/C++/Unix Systems Administration and networking.

Learning Outcomes:

After taking the appropriate level of CIS classes, students should have gained knowledge and skills necessary to successfully work in their chosen area of expertise needed in the high technology environment of Silicon Valley. They may also learn critical thinking skills to enhance their ability to analyze and solve practical problems.

Career Options:

Salary expectations range from $6 to $18.50 per hour or more depending on skill and experience.

• Entry Level Programmer
• Software Technician
• Systems Administration Technician
• Unix System Administration

Some career options require more than two years of college study.

A.S. Degree:

• Computer Information Systems

Certificates:

• Computer Information Systems
• C/C++/UNIX Programming (Levels 1 and 2)
• UNIX Programming Systems Administration (Levels 1 and 2)
• PC Systems Administration (Level 1)

Additional Catalog Information:

• Computer Information Systems (PDF)

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