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.
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.
Esports Program Coordinator
Andrew Nunn
Andrew Nunn coordinates PCC’s tech pathways and is an instructor in the Computer Information Systems department. He got his master’s degree in teaching and learning, with an emphasis in K-12 educational technology and instructional design specialization, from Colorado State University Global.
As coordinator of PCC’s esports program, Andrew Nunn had the opportunity to build a new extracurricular offering for students – and when you’re creating a lab for dedicated gamers, it helps to speak the language.
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
Degree & Certificate Offerings in Computer Information Systems:
Cloud Administration Certificate
Award/Program Credits
28
Computer Information Systems, AGS (with Transfer Articulation Agreement)
Award/Program Credits
60
Computer Science, DwD
Award/Program Credits
60
Cyber Defense Certificate
Award/Program Credits
28
Forensic Computing Certificate
Award/Program Credits
23
Industry Certification Prep Certificate
Award/Program Credits
16
Information Assurance Certificate
Award/Program Credits
19
IT Systems Administration AAS
Award/Program Credits
60
Microsoft Office Applications
Award/Program Credits
6
Networking Cyber Security, AAS
Award/Program Credits
60
Networking Mini-Certificate
Award/Program Credits
13
Programming Mini-Certificate
Award/Program Credits
11
Secure Software Development BAS
Award/Program Credits
120
Security Mini-Certificate
Award/Program Credits
15
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
Fremont Campus
Southwest - 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...
