Online Associate Degree in Computer Information Systems

Degree Type

Associate in Science (AS)

Study Options

Online
On Campus

Study Computer Information Systems Online at Monroe

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Learn from IT professionals with experience in health, fashion music, finance, and nonprofit
Get the industry-approved certifications you need to succeed
Gain experience and industry-ready technical and business skills

The Curriculum

Most IT professionals are actually employed in non-tech companies. Our curriculum prepares you for a job in any industry by giving you a solid understanding of computer hardware and software, Cisco networking basics, database management, and system design and analysis. Upper level courses include wireless technology, security, and advanced programming.

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I was able to get several career certifications, and now I’m qualified for a variety of jobs.

Moises Soto

BS Computer Networks and Cybersecurity, 2019

Featured Course

Web Design Technology

Learn how to carefully design and execute a successful Website. Create, format, and refine Web pages to include text, images, hyperlink, lists, tables, frames, and forms using an HTML editor.

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Professional Opportunities

Give your career the extra edge by learning and networking with fellow students and industry professionals.

Association for Computing Machinery (ACM), an international professional organization with headquarters in New York.
Monroe’s Information Technology Student Association (ITSA), a club that meets weekly and hosts speakers, visits computer shows and other events, and offers volunteer services to local businesses.
Animation Club, welcoming artists of all backgrounds, members work on various design programs to explore creativity.

Your Future Career in Computer Information Systems

A degree in Computer Information Systems opens the door to a number of career opportunities in companies large and small. Some examples:

Computer Network Architect - Design and build data communication networks.
Network Administrator - Organize, install, and support an organization's computer systems, including local area networks (LANs), wide area networks (WANs), network segments, intranets, etc.
Computer Network Support Specialist - Analyze, troubleshoot, and evaluate computer network problems.
Certified Computer Technician - Work in an office setting to troubleshoot, repair, and monitor computer system.
Systems Analyst - Identify the systems improvements needed, design those changes, and train others to use the systems.
Application Developer - Create programs for a particular operating system (i.e., Windows, Mac OSX or UNIX), the web, or a device.
Webmaster - Ensure that web servers, hardware, and software are operating correctly; design the website and generate web pages.