Computer Information Systems - Networking: Associate of Academic Studies

With Bryan College’s Computer Information Systems – Networking Associate degree program, you can be prepared for entry-level positions in computer programming or computer network administration in a variety of business settings, including large corporations, small businesses, government agencies, healthcare facilities and educational institutions. Growth in computer network, systems and database administrators is rapidly increasing in the computer systems design, data processing and hosting, software publishing and technical consulting industries, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Check out the Bryan College location most convenient for you! Our Computer Information Systems Associate degree is offered at the following training locations:

• Bryan College in Rogers, Arkansas
• Bryan College in Springfield, Missouri
• Bryan College in Topeka, Kansas

This Computer Information Systems degree can be finished in 80 weeks!

Computer networking administrators work to manage network hardware and software, analyze problems with systems, and monitor the network to ensure its usability and availability. In our curriculum, you can learn network scripting and integration as well as information technology management.

Our Computer Information Systems degree provides students with the skills necessary to design and implement mission-critical networks in today's ever-changing business environment. An associate degree in computer information systems can lead to a wide range of opportunities in businesses, corporate environments, schools, medical facilities and government agencies.

Our computer networking Associate degree program focuses on providing you with the necessary real-world training to help you step confidently into your future career. Here's what our Computer Networking degree covers:

• Windows client and server administration
• Directory service design and implementation
• Network integration and system design
• Security analysis and deployment
• Database development
• Network scripting
• Information technology management
• Training toward Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE)
• Preparation toward CompTIA's A+ and Linux+ certifications
• Development of logical reasoning and problem-solving abilities
• Structure and survey of government systems
• Enhanced research and written communication skills
• Environmental science

* Some information systems associate degree courses offered online only

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics’ Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2010-2011 Edition, computer network, systems and database administrators held about 961,200 jobs in 2008. Employment of network and computer systems administrators is expected to increase by 23 percent through 2018, which is much faster than the average for all occupations. Computer networks are a critical part of businesses which leads to the demand for qualified workers in this field.

If you want to earn your degree in information systems from Bryan College, request information today. We have campuses in Arkansas, Kansas and Missouri