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    Dec 10, 2024  
MCCC College Catalog 2024-2025 
    
MCCC College Catalog 2024-2025

Computer Information Systems: System Administration Specialist, A.A.S.


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Associate of Applied Science Degree

The associate of applied science degree with specialization as a system administration specialist is designed to train students in LAN, Windows Server networking, hardware maintenance, data communication concepts, various PC operating systems and administration fundamentals.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of this program will potentially be prepared for entry-level employment as:

  • Computer system administrators
  • Network administrators
  • Network operating system specialists
  • System/software administrators

Transfer Information

This program has transfer agreements with Davenport University and Western Governors University. For information regarding transfer opportunities for this or any program, please visit the Transfer section of the MCCC website.

 

Required General Education Courses


See the General Education Requirements  for a list of courses that satisfy the General Education Learning Competencies.

  • C1 Natural Science Competency Credit Hours: 4
  • C2 Mathematics Competency Credit Hours: 3 or 4 *
  • C3   Credit Hours: 3
  • C4   Credit Hours: 3
  • C5 Human Experience Competency Credit Hours: 3
  • C6 Social Systems Competency Credit Hours: 3
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    *MATH 126  (Mathematics for Business) is recommended for students whose goal is to complete the AAS degree and seek employment. MATH 154  (Mathematics Explorations) or higher is recommended for students interested in transferring.

Required Courses and Sequence


Fall Semester (Year 1)


Winter Semester (Year 1)


Summer Semester (Year 1)


Fall Semester (Year 2)


Winter Semester (Year 2)


General Elective Courses: 1-2 credits


(as required to complete 60 hours)

Total Degree Requirements: 60 credits


Total Degree Costs 61: minimum billable contact hours


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