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Computer Information Systems			Computer Science
Study Area	Information Technology Support Technical orientation Provide technical support for computer or a computer network Specific technical skills for entry-level employment	Information Systems Practical & Application Oriented Business & management oriented Understand how to design & implement information systems	Computer Science Theory Oriented Math & Science Oriented Understand fundamental nature of hardware & software Transfer Program
Minimum Degree Required	A.A., A.A.S., A.S., Industry Certifications	B.A.,B.S.	B.S.
Math and Science Requirements	Arithmetic, Algebra, Geometry	Arithmetic, Algebra, Geometry, Calculus or Statistics	Arithmetic, Algebra, Geometry, Calculus or Statistics, and Physics
What You Do	SUPPORT Computer Systems and Users	DEVELOP and IMPLEMENT Information Systems	DESIGN Computer Systems and Equipment
Job Title	Database Analyst Health care IT Technician Network Support Technician Computer Support Technician	Database Administrator Computer Programmer Web Developer Computer Systems Administrator Computer Systems Analyst Network Administrator	Computer Hardware Engineer Computer Scientist Database Architect
Associate's Degree or Some College $45,000 per year, on average
Bachelor's Degree or Above $75,000 per year, on average
Master's Degree or Above $105,000 per year, on average

Additional Resources

For more information about this career program contact, Career and Technical Programs Division, 847-925-6374.
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For counseling about which path is right for you:
New students, contact the Center for New Students at 847.925.6208
Current students, contact Academic Advising at 847.925.6393