Be ready for a career in Computer Science with the Owens Computer Science Program
The Owens Computer Science program will provide you with the skills you need for a successful career in the Information Technology and Computer Science industries.
The Computer Science program is located near you! Conveniently housed on the Owens Community College campus, students from northwest Ohio and southeast Michigan are within driving distance of this state-of-the-art program.
Get ready to jumpstart your career in Computer Science.
About the Owens Computer Science Program
Computer science is the detailed study of everything computer-related: hardware, software, algorithms, data structures, codes and the math needed to excel in the field.
You will learn several programming languages, including Python, HTML, Java and mobile app programming.
If you’re a problem solver, attentive to details, a critical thinker, and a collaborator, you have the skills to pursue a career in computer science. Having an aptitude and interest in math is also crucial.
You will prepare for employment and for pursuing a bachelor’s degree.
What a career in Computer Science looks like
Some careers in Computer Science include application analyst, application developer, cyber security analyst, data analyst, forensic computer analyst, game designer, game developer and penetration tester, among many others in IT.
Gain career-ready experience by completing just one course
Courses in the Department of Computer and Information Systems often qualify you for industry certification.
Even an individual class can qualify you for entry-level positions in Information Systems & Technology.
Click below for certification information.
View Industry Certifications
The left side of the table below lists the courses available to students in Computer and Information Systems programs.
The right side lists the industry certification you can receive upon completing that class.
| IST Courses That Either Contain or Prepare Students for Certification | |
|---|---|
| IST Course | Industry Certification |
| IST101 IT Fundamentals | CompTIA Tech+ (FC0-U71) and IC3 |
| IST133 Computer Hardware & Operating Systems | CompTIA A+ Core 1 & Core 2 |
| IST145 Microsoft Operating System Administration | Microsoft MD-102 |
| IST175 Networking Technologies | CompTIA Network+ (N10-009) |
| IST176 Introduction to Cloud Computing | CompTIA Cloud+ |
| IST181 Introduction to Network Security | CompTIA Security+ |
| IST205 Advanced Networking | Cisco CCNA |
| IST235 Spreadsheet Applications Excel | Microsoft Excel User and Expert |
| IST240 Microsoft Net Admin I | Core Microsoft AZ-800 |
| IST241 Linux Essentials | CompTIA Linux+ |
| IST242 Microsoft Net Admin II | MS AZ-801: Configuring Win Server Hybrid Advanced |
| IST273 Ethical Hacker | EC-Council Certified Ethical Hacker |
| IST274 Cyber Defense | CompTIA CySA+ |
| IST289 IT Project Management | CompTIA Project+ |
Interested in the Computer Science Program? Click the links below.
Accreditation
Accredited by the Association of Technology, Management, and Applied Engineering (ATMAE).
For more information concerning accreditation standards contact the Association of Technology, Management, and Applied Engineering (ATMAE), 310 W. Lake Street, Suite 111, Elmhurst, IL 60126, phone number 630-433-4514, web address atmae.org.