Computer Information Systems (CIS)

Degree Options

Lake Superior College offers eleven different computer career programs. Degrees, diplomas and certificates are available in cybersecurity, programming, computer support and networking, and web design.

Delivery: Daytime and Evening Classes offered Face-to-Face or Online. All programs are offered completely online as well as on-campus.
Start: Fall or Spring Semester, Full-Time or Part-Time

Opportunities at Lake Superior College

Computer and Web Programming: This program is offered on-campus and online. Options include a 72-credit Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree, a 58-credit diploma or a 30-credit certificate program, depending on the level of skill you would like to accomplish. All programs build the skills necessary to develop and maintain effective web sites, Windows and mobile applications.

Network Administration and Cybersecurity: The Network Administration and Cybersecurity degree combines both networking and systems administration fundamentals, with a focus on defensive strategies to securing systems. Students completing this degree and related certificate(s) can apply for jobs as: Computer User Support, Systems Analyst, Network/Systems Administrator, Information Security Analysts, Network/Systems Support, and Computer Network Support Specialists. In addition, students can sit for the following industry certifications:

• CompTIA Network+
• CompTIA Linux+
• CompTIA Security+

Visit cyberseek.org for information on cybersecurity employment growth across
the country.

Business and Technology: This 60-credit Associate in Science degree program prepares students for study in information technology. This degree is intended as a transfer degree to prepare students for continued studies at a baccalaureate institution.

Computer Technology: This 60-credit Associate in Science degree program prepares students for study in the fields of information and computer technology. Students will receive a certificate in Computer and Web Programming or Network Administration and Security.

Cybersecurity: This 18-credit certificate is designed for students with prior computer
or networking experience to learn security concepts to harden operating systems. The program will help prepare students for the EC-Council Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) certification. This program also transfers
into LSC’s Cyber Defense certificate and the Network Administration and Cybersecurity diploma and AAS degrees.

Cyber Defense: This 30-credit certificate is designed to prepare students for a career in computer and networking security. The program will help prepare students for the following certifications: CompTIA Net+, CompTIA Security+ and EC-Council Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH). This program also transfers into LSC’s Network Administration and Cybersecurity diploma and AAS degrees.