Because we live in a computerized and networked society, computer and network support offers a world-wide job market with a variety of locations and environments. Computers and networks are used in all types of businesses, banks, accounting firms, hospitals, manufacturing companies, insurance companies, sales companies, etc. The placement record in this program has been excellent.
For students wishing to pursue a bachelor’s degree at a four-year college or university, please see the Computer Science or Management Information Systems Liberal Arts Transfer Curriculum Plans listed in the Liberal Arts section of this catalog.
NDSCS has many computer labs. Each of these labs has current versions of software installed.
CIS students are required to purchase laptop computers. These laptops give students adequate computer access to complete projects and assignments given in class.
The instructors of this program have both formal educational training and work experience in computer operations, computer maintenance, computer programming, Web design and information system security. Laboratory time is scheduled into each student’s program allowing them to receive individual attention and hands-on computer experience.
NOTE: This program requires the purchase of a notebook computer. The cost will be approximately $2,000 with several purchase or lease options available. For further information, call the Information Technology Department at (701) 671-2523.
| Hardware Technician Certificate (9-month option) | ||
| Course Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ELEC 150 | Introduction to Electronics | 4 |
| CIS 197 | Internship | 1 |
| CIS 212 | Microsoft Windows Operating System Client | 3 |
| CIS 218 | Microcomputer Hardware I | 3 |
| CIS 219 | Microcomputer Hardware II | 3 |
| CIS 220 | Operating Systems (UNIX) | 3 |
| CIS 265 | Cisco Networking | 4 |
| CIS 266 | Cisco Routing, Config., and Troubleshooting | 4 |
| Related/General Education Courses | ||
| ENGL 110 | College Composition I | 3 |
| FYE 101 | First Year Experience | 1 |
| PHIL 210 | Ethics | 3 |
| TOTAL REQUIRED CREDITS | 32 | |
| Computer and Network Support (2-year option) | ||
| CIS 180 | Creating Web Pages I | 3 |
| CIS 215 | Implementing a Microsoft Windows Server Environment | 4 |
| CIS 216 | Implementing a Microsoft Windows Network Infrastructure | 4 |
| CIS 267 | Cisco Switching and LAN Topologies | 4 |
| CIS 268 | Cisco Switching and Project Management | 4 |
| CIS 279 | Security Awareness and Policy | 1 |
| Related/General Education Courses | ||
| CSCI 160 | Computer Science I (JAVA) | 4 |
| Wellness elective(s) | 2 | |
| MATH 102 | Intermediate Algebra | 3 |
| English elective | 3 | |
| Social and Behavioral Science, Humanities and History electives | 2 | |
| TOTAL REQUIRED CREDITS | 66 | |
Students interested in a third-year option in Web Design or Information Systems Security Technician should refer to the Web Design/Web Developer or Information Systems Security Technician fact sheets. |
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Upon successful completion of the third-year option, students will also be awarded a certificate in Computer Information Systems with an emphasis in Web Design or a certificate in Computer Information Systems with an emphasis in Information Systems Security. |
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The applicants must be high school graduates or equivalent. Helpful courses to prepare for this curriculum are mathematics, keyboarding and any computer hardware classes.
Upon successful completion of the Hardware Technician required courses, students will be awarded a Certificate in Computer Information Systems with an emphasis in Hardware Technician.
Upon successful completion of the Hardware Technician and the Computer and Network Support required courses, students will be awarded an Associate in Applied Science degree in Computer Information Systems with an emphasis in Computer and Network Support.
