Welcome to Computer Information Systems
See "Computer Science" and "Computer Network Engineering & Electronics" for additional computer courses.
Program Description
Computer Information Systems (CIS) provides students with a broad background in the application of computers to the emerging needs of business and industry. CIS courses prepare students for entry-level positions in computer programming, systems analysis, computer operations and network management, information systems management, and sales and technical information positions.
Santa Barbara City College's CIS Department offers comprehensive training in these program areas:
1. An occupational A.S. Degree, with a strong emphasis in both computer systems and business studies.
2. A transfer curriculum in preparation for a 4-year program in Management Information Systems (MIS) or CIS.
3. A Certificate program which provides marketable skills in PC hardware and software support, network management and systems administration.
4. A Certificate program which provides marketable skills in database programming and applications development.
5. A series of Skills Competency Awards in Help Desk and Desktop Support.
6. A Skills Competency Award in Web Server Administration.
7. A series of Skills Competency Awards in Accounting Information Systems.
8. A Skills Competency Award in Technical Writing.
9. A Skills Competency Award in Microsoft Office Development.
10. A Skills Competency Award in Microsoft Windows System Administration and Security.
11. A Skills Competency Award in Microsoft SQL Server Database Administration.
12. A Skills Competency Award in Information Technology Management.
13. A Skills Competency Award in Virtualization System Administration.
14. A Skills Competency Award in Mobile Device Administration.
The CIS Department also provides introductory and microcomputer courses (electives) for students in programs campus-wide.
Department Offices
Division: Business
Department Chair: Esther Frankel (BC-216, ext. 2224)
Dean: Guy Smith (A-118, ext. 2216)
Faculty & Offices
Esther Frankel (BC-216, ext. 2224)
George Federman (BC-307, ext. 2409)
