Computer Information Systems
Computer Technology
Overview
The Computer Information Systems and Computer Science degrees are designed to prepare students for transfer to four-year colleges and universities. The curriculum provides the foundation for many careers, such as applications programmer, systems programmer, aerospace or engineering programmer, computer engineer and database administrator. To ensure seamless transfer, students must develop their specific program of study in close coordination with a Cochise College advisor.
The various certificates prepare students for employment and/or improved skills in rewarding, technology-related careers.
Admissions Requirements
Students need to take CIS 116 Computer Essentials which is a prerequisite or concurrent enrollment for CIS 185 Internet Essentials. Students should discuss the course sequence with the CIS Department.
Degree & Certificates
- Computer Information Systems - AAS Degree - Transfer (Catalog)
- Computer Programming - AAS Degree (Catalog)
- Concentrations: Programming and Virtual Reality Development
- Computer Science - AA Degree - Transfer (Catalog)
- Amazon Web Services Cloud Architecting - Certificate - Less Than 1 Year (Catalog)
- Amazon Web Services Cloud Foundations - Certificate - less Than 1 Year (Catalog)
- Google IT Professional - Certificate - Less Than 1 Year (Catalog)
Important Dates
Program Information
Spring: January 13, 2025
Summer: May 27, 2025
Fall: August 18, 2025
Review the degree map in the academic catalog to view the recommended program semester start dates.

Review the degree map in the academic catalog to view the recommended program semester start dates.
Degree: 4 Semesters
Certificate: 2 Semesters
This is the recommended program length for a student taking all of the recommended courses each semester.

This is the recommended program length for a student taking all of the recommended courses each semester.
Degree: 60-65 credits
Certificate: 3-6 credits
The academic catalog has a list of all of the required courses for this program.

The academic catalog has a list of all of the required courses for this program.
Please see the Tuition & Fees page for more information about all related costs. Using the Academic Program Cost section can help you find costs related to certain programs.

Please see the Tuition & Fees page for more information about all related costs. Using the Academic Program Cost section can help you find costs related to certain programs.
Spring: January 13, 2025
Summer: May 27, 2025
Fall: August 18, 2025
Review the degree map in the academic catalog to view the recommended program semester start dates.

Review the degree map in the academic catalog to view the recommended program semester start dates.

Degree: 4 Semesters
Certificate: 2 Semesters
This is the recommended program length for a student taking all of the recommended courses each semester.

This is the recommended program length for a student taking all of the recommended courses each semester.

Degree: 60-65 credits
Certificate: 3-6 credits
The academic catalog has a list of all of the required courses for this program.

The academic catalog has a list of all of the required courses for this program.

Please see the Tuition & Fees page for more information about all related costs. Using the Academic Program Cost section can help you find costs related to certain programs.

Please see the Tuition & Fees page for more information about all related costs. Using the Academic Program Cost section can help you find costs related to certain programs.

Computer Information Systems Instructors
Name/Email |
Location |
Contact |
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S-LCC-1239 |
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S-LCC1249 |
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S-LCC-1238 |
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S-LCC-1241 |
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DTC-D103B |
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