Computer Information Systems
Why PCC?
The National Security Agency and Department of Homeland Security designated PCC a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education in 2017. This designation ensures that you are getting the best instruction available and offers your future employers the assurance that you are well qualified in the rapidly growing CIS industry.
Have you been economically impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic?
You may be eligible for up to $1500 per semester. This is a great opportunity to upskill, reskill or get your degree in Computer Information Systems or Health Information Technology. To learn more, contact Logan Vineyard at 719-296-6112 or Logan.Vineyard@pueblocc.edu.
PCC offers multiple degree options. Earn your associate degree on campus or pursue one of our fully online degrees. You can even get a bachelor’s degree in Secure Software Development right here at PCC.
Our CIS full-time faculty members have extensive industry experience. Part-time instructors often hold current positions in the information technology industry.
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The biggest esports team in town, however, is at Pueblo Community College, which has had a competitive esports team for several years and continues to grow its program, according to the college’s esports coordinator Andrew Nunn.
Our CIS courses are typically taught with hands-on activities in our state-of-the-art computer labs.
PCC's esports program started in 2021 and quickly is growing in popularity. Students have access to a state-of-the-art gaming lab in which they can play intramural or competitive games. It’s not just for gamers, though: Students also can participate in related activities such as robotics, event planning, podcasting and shoutcasting.
What will I learn?
The CIS program teaches you basic networking, programming and database technologies, as well as technical aspects of the internet and data communications.
PCC’s Associate of General Studies degree with an emphasis in Computer Information Systems prepares you to transfer to a four-year school as a junior to complete a bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Computer Information Systems. Please check with your chosen university to make sure your courses will transfer.
Earn while you learn.
Pueblo Community College offers apprenticeships for the following programs. Start working quickly in high demand industries, while earning your degree or certificate. Visit our Apprenticeships webpage to learn more!
Software Development
Goals: Learn Secure Software Programming and Database Cloud App Development Technologies, with opportunities to earn Database, Java and/or Python SW Developer Industry Certifications
School: Recognized as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the National Security Agency (NSA)
Commitment: Program length ranges from 12-24 months
Studies: All coursework counts towards academic certificate and degree pathways
Contact: Apprenticeship@pueblocc.edu
Cybersecurity
Goals: CompTIA A+, Net+ and Sec+ certifications, as well as Forensics and Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
School: Recognized as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the National Security Agency (NSA)
Commitment: Program length ranges from 12-24 months
Studies: All coursework counts towards academic certificate and degree pathways
Contact: Apprenticeship@pueblocc.edu
Equal Opportunity Employment Pledge: Pueblo Community College will not discriminate against apprenticeship applicants or apprentices based on RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEX (INCLUDING PREGNANCY AND GENDER IDENTITY), SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENETIC INFORMATION, OR BECAUSE THEY ARE AN INDIVIDUAL WITH A DISABILITY OR A PERSON 40 YEARS OLD OR OLDER. Pueblo Community College will take affirmative action to provide equal opportunity in apprenticeship and will operate the apprenticeship program as required under Title 29 of the Code of Federal Regulations, part 30.
Degree & Certificate Offerings in Computer Information Systems:
CIS: Basic Assurance
Award/Program Credits
19
CIS: Certification Prep
Award/Program Credits
16
CIS: MS Office
Award/Program Credits
6
Computer Information Systems, AGS (with Transfer Articulation Agreement)
Award/Program Credits
60
Computer Science, DwD
Award/Program Credits
60
Computer Support Technician
Award/Program Credits
60
Cybersecurity AAS
Award/Program Credits
60
Cybersecurity Certificate
Award/Program Credits
28
Forensic Computing Certificate
Award/Program Credits
23
Networking Technology
Award/Program Credits
13
Networking: Security
Award/Program Credits
15
Programming Mini-Certificate
Award/Program Credits
11
Secure Software Development BAS
Award/Program Credits
120
Software Development and Security AAS
Award/Program Credits
60
Software Development Certificate
Award/Program Credits
30
SQL Coding Certificate
Award/Program Credits
6
Program Information
- Location
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Pueblo Campus
Southwest
Fremont Campus - Pathway
- Technology
- Awards
- Certificate, AAS, Mini-Certificate, AA, AS, BAS, AGS
- Course Availability
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Day
Evening
Hybrid
Online - Program Start
- Every Semester
- Program Length
- 4 Semesters
PCC expands cybersecurity programs
Pueblo Community College has seen its computer information systems department grow in enrollment by more than 17 percent this semester. The enrollment increase...
