AA/AS in Computer and Information Sciences, General

Computer Information Systems at Mission College gives students practical preparation for technology careers. Topics include cloud computing, cybersecurity and data analytics, and students can choose a certificate for quick entry or a degree for deeper advancement. Learners work with Python, robotics, machine learning, databases and Cisco networking. Classes meet in the evenings and online so that students with jobs and family duties can keep up. The college loans laptops, maintains labs and provides simulation tools for coursework. The Cisco Networking Academy track helps students get ready for the CCNA exam and other industry credentials, linking classroom study to recognized qualifications in the field. Students can use the department pages at Mission College to review program maps, see which classes are scheduled each term and contact faculty or advisors, which makes it easier to plan a realistic path toward their academic goals.