Students
Computer Sciences

JCC's computer and information sciences degree programs (A.S.-Computer Science, A.A.S.-Computer Information Systems, and A.A.S.-Information Technology) and certificate program in information technology provide students with a dynamic mix of theoretical and practical skills. Systems design and analysis, programming, database management, web applications, and other fundamental skill areas and their applicability to a variety of settings are explored in the individual degrees.

Computer science (CS) focuses on the design and development of software. Computer information systems (CIS) examines how to make technology best fit an organization’s objectives. Information technology (IT), the most recent computing discipline, examines the technology which makes communication possible. These technologies transmit, exchange, store, or display information.

When choosing a computing-related discipline consider the following: What are your goals? Describe the job you want when you finish your studies. Do you intend to transfer? If so where? Do you prefer to work with people, with concepts/ideas, or both?

Whether you are pursuing an A.S. or A.A.S. degree, you will want to consider an internship. An internship consists of 135 hours of supervised work in a local business or industry.