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Hamro Store provides our customers with wide range of desktop computer and laptop. All our products are brand new unless otherwise mentioned. We also provide 21 days money back warranty and all our desktops are branded from top manufacturers

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CIS (Computer Information Systems)

The CIS (Computer Information Systems) AAS Degree Program is offered for students who desire to enter employment in business directly after completion of this two year program.  The program is also offered for students who desire to further pursue a degree in the Computer Information Systems at a 4-year college or university.

Students may choose to get a certificate in Data Entry Program before they start the Computer Information Systems (CIS) for an Associate Degree:  If a student decides not to follow the sequence recommended, a CIS/Business coordinator or an academic advisor will help the student select courses needed to reach his or her educational goals.

Careers

Possible Employment Responsibilities:  Operating computers, preparing programs for business use, identifying and correcting errors in programs, installing and using various software packages.

Possible Employment Positions: 

• Computer Clerk
• Computer Programmer
• Computer Operator
• Microcomputer Specialist Assistant

Possible Employment Locations: Business, government agencies, hospitals and private companies (i.e. banks and hospitals)

Program Duration

Two years.  Additional prerequisite course(s) may be required depending on student’s prior training and education.

Prerequisites

• ENGL 0323
• MATH 0311
• POFT 1321 *
• Program Entrance Test, and ITSC 1309 and/or interview with the CIS / Business Coordinator.
• Students with some computer and/or business skills or background may start taking the classes in the program before completing the prerequisites with the permission of the CIS/Business Coordinator.
• Students who lack a proficiency in sign communication may be required to enroll in SNLG 1304, SLNG 1305, or SLNG 1344 until proficiency is attained. 
• Students who lack a proficiency in keyboarding speed and accuracy may be required to enroll in *POFT 1127.

Freshman Year

First Semester
Course    Semester Hours
ACNT 1303   3
ITSC 1309   3
ITSW 2334   3
ETWR 1371   3
POFI 2301   3
Total    15
Second Semester
Course    Semester Hours
BUSI 1309   3
ITSE 2309   3
Social/Behavior Science Elec. 3
SPCH 1321   3
ITSC 23861/2   3
Total    15

Sophomore Year

First Semester
Course    Semester Hours
ENGL 1301   3
COSC 1309   3
ITSC 1305   3
COSC Elective   3
ITSC 23801/3   3
MATH 1332   3
Total    18
Second Semester
Course    Semester Hours
COSC/BUSI Elective3  3
COSC Elective2   3
COSC Elective2   3
Elective    3
Humanities/Fine Arts Elective4 3
Total    15
Total Hours   63
1Students may be allowed to register for ITSC 2386 or ITSC 2380 in the spring semester to complete the internship or cooperative education in the spring semester, the following summer or the following fall semester only.  Students must provide their own transportation to and from internship/co-op sites.  For more information, students must see the CIS/Business Coordinator.
2Students may consult the CIS/Business Coordinator for suggestion for a COSC Elective course which may be best suitable according to students’ interests.  For those interested in programming, students may choose COSC 1420, ITSE 1331, ITSE 2317, ITSE 2347, COSC 2416 (All Howard College Courses).  For those interested in PC Maintenance and Networking, students may choose ELEC 1301, COSC 13075 or several other Howard College courses.  For those interested in Graphics, students may choose ITSE 23135 or COSC 2376 (Howard College courses). 
3Capstone course.

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Graduates of the WCC Computer Information Technology Program will:

• Design, implement, test, document and maintain a basic business application in a computer language.
• Design, implement and maintain a relational database.
• Utilize an operating system with business-oriented application software such as Microsoft Office.
• Use appropriate terminology for hardware, software, networking, and computer security in both written and oral communications.
• Pursue best information by defining a project's boundary conditions and creating a test data set for the evaluation of an application.
• Analyze differing points of view including the user, the customer, and future programmers.
• Pose questions to clarify a problem statement.
• Examine underlying assumptions of a problem statement to determine the implications and consequences in developing a solution for a problem.

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Computer Information Technology

The Computer Information Technology curriculum is designed to prepare graduates for employment with organizations that use computers to process, manage, and communicate information. This is a flexible curriculum that can be customized to meet community information systems needs.

Course work will develop a student's ability to communicate complex technical issues related to computer hardware, software and networks in a manner that computer users can understand. Classes cover computer operations and terminology, operating systems, database, networking, security, and technical support. Graduates should qualify for employment in entry-level positions with businesses, educational systems, and governmental agencies which rely on computer systems to manage information.

Graduates should be prepared to sit for industry recognized certification exams. Students will be able to customize the degree by choosing electives in the areas of Computer Programming, Database Design, and Web Technologies.

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Computer Info. Systems

Program Description

Computer Information Systems (CIS) is a two-year program that leads to an Associate in Technical Arts (ATA) degree. The program offers a degree in Computer Information Systems and five certificates: Microcomputer Applications, Computer Information Systems, Network Technician, and the Micro Certificates in Computer Forensics, and Database/Programming. The program can be completed completely online in a distance educational format, except for the Computer Forensic certificate. A distance education approach is recommended for self-motivated students with strong computer skills.

Career Opportunities

Businesses and industries need skilled workers to design, operate, manage and support their computer systems. This program is designed to prepare students for positions in many areas of the computer industry. Students are prepared for entry-level jobs in software and hardware support, computer network support, installation, security and administration, computer programming, database design and support, and a variety of other exciting positions.

Work Experience in the Field

Students will participate in Cooperative Education (CIS 199), which is supervised work experience in an approved work environment. Credits and grades are based on hours worked, work performance, and completion of the learning objectives specified in the learning contract. Concurrent enrollment in the Cooperative Education seminar or arranged seminar is required. A special project may be substituted for Cooperative Education with the approval of the Department Chair.

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History of Teaching Computers

Computer education spread across the United States in the 1980s and 1990s.

“I think there is a market for maybe FIVE computers,” said Thomas Watson, chairman of IBM in 1943. Little did he know, in a matter of 40 years, computers would become integral parts of society, altering education forever. Computers were initially used in schools to gather student data. Only counselors and administrators had access. From 1982 to 1990, computer technology emerged at such a rapid pace that it was hard for educators to keep up.

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