Information Systems - Norwalk Community College

Information Systems from Norwalk Community College is a Campus Associate Computer and Information Science degree that prepares you for a IT career. This program prepares students to enter careers in computer information systems or to transfer to a four-year program in computer/management information systems. Courses emphasize programming languages and software programs used in business computer environments. Students learn Visual Basic programming, as well as relational database design, and ORACLE. They also learn to use application software on IBM-compatible microcomputers. Completion of this program can lead to positions as programmers and database developers. An optional cooperative education work experience can give students a jumpstart on their careers. PROGRAM OUTCOMES Upon successful completion of all program requirements, graduates will be able to: 1. Demonstrate desirable attitudes and work habits - creative thinking, problem solving, cooperation, responsibility, team dynamics; 2. Understand and respect the need for high quality work, and understand the concept of deadlines in the computer industry; 3. Demonstrate sufficient understanding of information technology for entry-level employment and advancement in the field; 4. Apply knowledge of interpersonal and motivational skills and communication techniques learned in English, speech, and social sciences when working; 5. Communicate clearly, both verbally and in written form; 6. Exhibit moral and ethical professional behavior; 7. Apply appropriate mathematical skills; 8. Develop programming and testing skills in various languages; 9. Exhibit an awareness of emerging computer technologies; 10. Use analytical and logical skills to develop software solutions to business problems; 11. Understand relational database design methodology, and be able to build, modify, and query a relational database using database software; 12. Work with others including culturally and intellectually diverse peoples; 13. Demonstrate an understanding of connections between various disciplines. View more details on Norwalk Community College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Computer and Information Science courses.