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Computer Science

The major in Computer Science is appropriate for those students interested in mathematics and/or computer science who plan to transfer to a senior college for further study in computer science. Graduating students will be prepared for careers as programmers for business and/or scientific applications.

Computer Operations

Computer Operations Curriculum prepares students to operate computer equipment. After graduation, students will qualify for positions as input/output control clerks, computer operators, and console operators.

Network Systems Admistration

This option will provide graduates with a thorough knowledge of network operating systems, thereby enabling graduates to support fully client server environments.  In addition, students will be prepared to take certification examinations in three major network operating systems.   LaGuardia is a NEAP (Novell Education Academic Partner) and as part of its relationship with Novell, students will be prepared for CNA (Certified Novell Administrator)  certification exams

Programming and Systems

The Programming and Systems curriculum provides training for entry level jobs as well as for transfer to a senior college as a business or information sciences major. Graduates of this program may qualify for positions as programmers or programmer trainees.


Computer Technology

This curriculum provides the skills needed for careers in a rapidly growing technical area. Students will be prepared for careers as field engineers specializing in microcomputer repair and network diagnosis. Students will be prepared to transfer to a bachelors of technology program at a senior college.

Computer Technologys

The option in Telecommunications provides students with skills for working in data switching centers, maintaining data lines and repairing communications devices. In addition, students have the opportunity to plan advanced studies in teleprocessing and telecommunications. Students will be prepared to transfer to a bachelors of technology program at a senior college.

Microcomputer Systems and Applications

Students who wish to employ the latest in end user computer applications in the workplace will be interested in this program. Graduates will be qualified to fill positions in technical support, training and office administration, as well as becoming a computer aide or an applications software specialist. Students will be offered the opportunity to take qualification exams for certification by Microsoft.

New Media Technology

The New Media curriculum provides training to develop qualified professionals for the New Media industries. The program prepares students for entry into the workforce as webmasters, web designers, web programmers, and E-business analysts.

 


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