Computer Information Systems Technician

The Computer Information Systems Technician (CIST) program provides two years of technician level training where graduates will be qualified to work in one of two specialty areas of the industry - Network Systems or Internet Systems. In the first year of the program students master a common core of computer system training based on appropriate industry standards infrastructure and technology. The first year of the program covers computer hardware, operating systems, networking and Internet technology. In the second year of the program, students choose a training specialty - Network Systems Technician (NST) or Internet Systems Technician (IST). Applicants should possess excellent communication skills along with the capability for analytical and logical thought. Applicants must also have basic keyboarding and computer skills.