Computer and Information Technology

The Computer Information Systems - Career - Enterprise Information Systems program is a career-based program which will prepare the student to work in a business information systems environment. The curriculum provides hands-on experience in application software, web development platforms, program development languages, and database design methodologies. The primary focus of this program is application software development in a business environment. This program will prepare the student to perform in an entry-level role as a web developer, entry-level database support specialist, and programmer in a business information environment.

The Computer Information Systems - Transfer Option is designed to prepare students for transfer to four-year institutions where they can complete the bachelor’s degree, preparing the students for professional careers in the rapidly-changing field of computer information systems. Students develop good communication skills and the ability for teamwork and leadership roles in their professional careers. 

The Computer Information Systems - Health Information Option will prepare students to work in various health-related settings, such as hospitals, clinics, insurance, etc. The program curriculum provides hands-on computer experience in spreadsheet, web development, data communication, database development and management, basic programming, and systems analysis and design. Additional courses include medical law and ethics, medical coding, medical billing and insurance, and electronic health records.

The Web Applications Certificate is designed to provide the student with the basic knowledge and skills necessary for career opportunities as an entry-level web developer or web administrator. Courses in general computer applications and basic programming are combined with basic web development tools and approaches through the use of HTML structures, Javascript, and CGI. Students will be able to manage complex web applications in today’s rapidly-changing Internet world.

The Data Science Certificate is designed to provide the students with basic knowledge and skills necessary to pursue internship or junior data practitioner jobs in the field of Data Science. This certificate is ideal for adult students re-entering college or for students who are currently in the workforce and want to update their skill sets. 

The Database Certificate is designed to provide the student with the basic knowledge and skills necessary for career opportunities in entry-level database design, management, or administration. This certificate is ideal for adult students re-entering college or for students who are currently in the workforce and want to update their skill sets. 

The Computer Systems Engineering Technology - Forensics Option provides an in-depth insight into criminal justice and information technology for analysis of digital information commonly used in criminal investigations. This program is intended as a transfer pathway to multiple four-year institutions.

The Computer Systems Engineering Technology (CSET) program offers various associate degree and certificate options that allow students to specialize in specific areas of interest. The mission of the Computer Systems Engineering Technology - Enterprise Information Technology (IT) Option is to prepare students for a broad range of career opportunities in the Information Technology (IT) field.

The Computer Systems Engineering Technology - Cybersecurity Option is designed to meet the demand of cybersecurity professional skills in business and industry, while focusing on the technical and human aspect of cybersecurity.

The Computer Systems Engineering Technology - Computer Support Option is designed to meet the demand of computer support middle skills in business and industry, while focusing on the technical and human aspect of providing computer support. This program pulls from multiple areas of computer-related programming at QCC and is stackable from the QCC Personal Computer Specialist Certificate.

The Personal Computer Specialist Certificate prepares graduates to work in the information technology field as computer support specialists with an emphasis on personal computer/desktop management and support. Demand for these workers will result from the increased use of information technology and digital communications technology by individuals and organizations. As technology becomes more complex and prevalent, a greater level of support will become essential to users and their employers.

The Network Technician Certificate prepares graduates to work in the information technology field as an entry-level network specialist, such as a network technician. Demand for these workers will result from the increased use of information technology and digital communications technology at home and in the business environment.

The Help Desk Technician Certificate prepares graduates to work in the information technology field as an entry-level computer support specialist, such as a help desk technician or desktop specialist.  Computer support specialists or help desk technicians “provide help and advice to people and organizations using computer software or equipment. Some, called computer network support specialists [technical support specialists], support information technology (IT) employees within their organization. Others, called computer user support specialists [help-desk technicians], assist non-IT users who are having computer problems.”

The Network Associate Certificate prepares graduates to work in the information technology field as an entry-level network specialist, such as a network administrator or network associate. Demand for these workers will result from the increased use of information technology and digital communications technology at home and in the business environment.

The Cyber Security Certificate is designed to prepare graduates to work in the information technology field as computer support specialists with an emphasis in cyber security. As technology becomes more complex and widespread, support specialists will be needed in greater numbers to implement technology solutions and resolve the technical problems that arise. Businesses, especially, will demand greater levels of support, as information technology has become essential in the business environment.

The Computer Forensics Certificate prepares graduates to work in the information technology and criminal justice fields as computer and digital forensics investigators. Computer forensics, also called cyber forensics, “is the application of investigation and analysis techniques to gather and preserve evidence from a particular computing device in a way that is suitable for presentation in a court of law. The goal of computer forensics is to perform a structured investigation while maintaining a documented chain of evidence to find out exactly what happened on a computing device and who was responsible for it.”

The Computer Science Transfer associate degree program is designed to prepare students for transfer to four-year institutions where they can complete the bachelor’s degree, leading to careers in computer science, software engineering, and systems analysis.

The Interactive Media Game Design option at QCC utilizes the latest in computing technologies to prepare students for the ever changing digital world. Learn the process of developing a video game from the pre-production stage all the way through finalizing post-production goals and objectives.

The Interactive Media Digital Design Program at QCC is a two year degree option that will allow students the opportunity to join an exciting career field. Using industry standard software and hardware, students will learn the ins and outs of the expansive Digital Design industry and landscape.