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In today's digitized world, our lives are intricately linked to computer systems. Studying computer science empowers individuals to maintain these systems, ensuring safety across various fields, from transportation to healthcare. This discipline not only fosters problem-solving skills but also opens doors to numerous career paths, including over 55 opportunities for information technologists and 40 for programmers in Monroe County alone. With various degree options and industry certifications, pursuing computer science can be both engaging and rewarding. For inquiries, contact Ms. Dawn Ellis at dawn.ellis@fkcc.edu.
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Why Study Computer Science? • Our lives depend upon computer systems and the people who maintain them to • Keep us safe on the road, in the air, and on the sea • Help physicians diagnose and treat healthcare problems • Play a critical role in the development of scientific advancements
Why Study Computer Science? • We live in a digitized, computerized, programmable world • To make sense of this new world, we need computer scientists. • Computer Science is applicable in many contexts: • Science and engineering • Humanities • Business
Why Study Computer Science? • Computer Science leads to multiple career paths: • There are over 55 employment opportunities for computer information technologists in Monroe County. • There are over 40 employment opportunities for computer programmers and analysts in Monroe County.
Why Study Computer Science? • Computer Science teaches problem solving. • Computer Science supports and links to other sciences • Computer Science is engaging.
Associate of Science, Computer Information Technology • 2-year degree (63 credit hours) • 18-credit hours in general education • 45-credit hours in discipline specific course work. • 3 Industry certification preps: • A+ Certification (hardware) • Network+ Certification (computer networking) • Security+ Certification (computer security)
Associate of Science, Computer Programming and Analysis • 2-year degree (63 credit hours) • 18-credit hours in general education • 45-credit hours in discipline specific course work. • 2 Industry Certification Preps: • Oracle Certified Associate: Java Programmer • Oracle Certified Programmer: Java Programmer
Computer Programmer Certificate • 1-year certificate (30 credit hours) • A melding of computer science and business courses • Geared towards working with business information systems
Computer Science Questions or need more information? Contact Ms. Dawn Ellis at dawn.ellis@fkcc.edu