JCC - Program Overview

Understanding Differences Among CS, CIS, & IT Degrees
JCC students can choose from a variety of computer-related programs. All students in these disciplines take courses involving an overview of computers, hardware, networking, and programming. Where the disciplines differ is in how they approach technology.

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.
An academic advisor can assist you with choosing a computing discipline. 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?

A. S. Computer Science
The A.S. computer science program is designed for students who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university to major in computer science.

CS focuses on software design and development.
Students also study computer architecture and organization.
Advanced courses in mathematics and computer theory are required for a CS degree.

A.A.S. Computer Information Systems
The A.A.S. degree in computer information systems is intended for students who want to understand and be able to use computers for data gathering, information processing, and data analysis. Students will develop a background in programming, applications software, and computer hardware.

CIS centers on making technology fit organizational objectives.
Business courses are required for CIS majors.
Students who obtain an A.A.S. computer information systems degree often transfer into bachelor’s degree programs in management information systems.

A.A.S. Information Technology
Graduates earning the A.A.S. information technology degree will have both an in-depth understanding of computing technology fundamentals and the skills necessary for implementation in selected environments.

IT centers on technology which enables communication.
The A.A.S. IT degree requires students to choose from two of four tracks: database, applications/help desk, networking, and web.
Students are required to complete an internship.
Since information technologists work with people, many IT courses.

How does an A.S. degree differ from an A.A.S. degree?
In essence, an Associate in Science degree is intended for students who want to transfer to a four-year degree program. A.S. degrees typically contain more math, science, and liberal arts courses. An Associate in Applied Science degree is intended for students who want to directly enter the workforce after two years of study.

A student who completes an A.A.S. degree may transfer to a four-year school, but will need additional coursework to achieve third-year standing at the transfer institution. A.A.S. degrees typically contain more career oriented classes.

Internships
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. Students work in conjunction with a faculty mentor and a job site supervisor. The internship provides the student with a working/learning experience that is custom designed to fit needs and interests of the student and the needs of the sponsoring organization.

Examples of JCC student internship topics are: website design and development, network administration, hardware and software troubleshooting, database design and administration, end-user training, and help desk support. More information

Twenty-First Century Technology Scholars Program
The National Science Foundation has awarded a grant to JCC for Twenty-First Century Technology Scholars, a program that will provide scholarships and support for at least 30 full-time students each year. Scholarship applicants must be enrolled full-time, demonstrate academic potential or ability, and financial need.

Additional information on the Twenty-First Century Technology Scholars program and application process can be obtained by calling JCC at 1.800.388.8557.

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[#children] => [Understanding Differences Among CS, CIS, & IT Degrees JCC students can choose from a variety of computer-related programs. All students in these disciplines take courses involving an overview of computers, hardware, networking, and programming. Where the disciplines differ is in how they approach technology. 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. An academic advisor can assist you with choosing a computing discipline. When choosing a computing-related discipline consider the following: <ul> <li>What are your goals?</li> <li>Describe the job you want when you finish your studies.</li> <li>Do you intend to transfer? If so where?</li> <li>Do you prefer to work with people, with concepts/ideas, or both?</li> </ul> A. S. Computer Science The A.S. computer science program is designed for students who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university to major in computer science. <ul> <li>CS focuses on software design and development.</li> <li>Students also study computer architecture and organization.</li> <li>Advanced courses in mathematics and computer theory are required for a CS degree.</li> </ul> A.A.S. Computer Information Systems The A.A.S. degree in computer information systems is intended for students who want to understand and be able to use computers for data gathering, information processing, and data analysis. Students will develop a background in programming, applications software, and computer hardware. <ul> <li>CIS centers on making technology fit organizational objectives.</li> <li>Business courses are required for CIS majors.</li> <li>Students who obtain an A.A.S. computer information systems degree often transfer into bachelor’s degree programs in management information systems.</li> </ul> A.A.S. Information Technology Graduates earning the A.A.S. information technology degree will have both an in-depth understanding of computing technology fundamentals and the skills necessary for implementation in selected environments. <ul> <li>IT centers on technology which enables communication.</li> <li>The A.A.S. IT degree requires students to choose from two of four tracks: database, applications/help desk, networking, and web.</li> <li>Students are required to complete an internship.</li> <li>Since information technologists work with people, many IT courses.</li> </ul> How does an A.S. degree differ from an A.A.S. degree? In essence, an Associate in Science degree is intended for students who want to transfer to a four-year degree program. A.S. degrees typically contain more math, science, and liberal arts courses. An Associate in Applied Science degree is intended for students who want to directly enter the workforce after two years of study.   A student who completes an A.A.S. degree may transfer to a four-year school, but will need additional coursework to achieve third-year standing at the transfer institution. A.A.S. degrees typically contain more career oriented classes.   Internships 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. Students work in conjunction with a faculty mentor and a job site supervisor. The internship provides the student with a working/learning experience that is custom designed to fit needs and interests of the student and the needs of the sponsoring organization.   Examples of JCC student internship topics are: website design and development, network administration, hardware and software troubleshooting, database design and administration, end-user training, and help desk support. <a href="http://www.sunyjcc.edu/internships">More information</a>   Twenty-First Century Technology Scholars Program The National Science Foundation has awarded a grant to JCC for Twenty-First Century Technology Scholars, a program that will provide scholarships and support for at least 30 full-time students each year. Scholarship applicants must be enrolled full-time, demonstrate academic potential or ability, and financial need.   Additional information on the Twenty-First Century Technology Scholars program and application process can be obtained by calling JCC at 1.800.388.8557.   ]

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