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Certificate
Computer Information Systems: Business Software Specialist II (B36)

The Business Software Specialist II consists of advanced courses which expand on skills in the programming and the operation of computers. This certificate can also be the means for advancement to higher-level positions in an expanding field. Instruction includes hands-on experience with computers, business software applications, and web design.

Work and Employment

The rapid spread of computers and computer-based technologies in recent years has generated a need for skilled, highly trained workers. Computers have become essential to the operation of stores, banks, colleges and universities, government agencies, hospitals, factories, and many other profit and non-profit entities in our society. Employment is expected to grow as organizations seek new applications for computers and improvements to the software already in use.

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Program Contacts at Sauk Valley Community College

  • Academic Advising, 815-835-6354
  • Greg Noack, Assistant Professor of Computer Information Systems, 815-835-6434

 

Total Hours Required - 22 Hours

Major Field Requirements

Course # Course Title Hours
CIS100 Hour
CIS104 Hour
CIS106 Hour
CIS108 Hour
CIS109 Hour
CIS132 Hour
CIS134 Hour
CIS143 Hour
CIS148 Hour

 

Suggested Program (1 Year Accelerated)

First Semester - 10 Hours

Course # Course Title Hours
CIS100 Hour
CIS109 Hour
CIS132 Hour
CIS143 Hour

 

Second Semester - 12 Hours

Course # Course Title Hours
CIS104 Hour
CIS106 Hour
CIS108 Hour
CIS134 Hour
CIS148 Hour

 

Suggested Program (2 Years)

First Semester - 5 Hours

Course # Course Title Hours
CIS100 Hour
CIS109 Hour

 

Second Semester - 6 Hours

Course # Course Title Hours
CIS104 Hour
CIS106 Hour
CIS148 Hour

 

Third Semester - 5 Hours

Course # Course Title Hours
CIS132 Hour
CIS143 Hour

 

Fourth Semester - 6 Hours

Course # Course Title Hours
CIS108 Hour
CIS134 Hour