Welcome The computer field is like no other. You can enter the field with many different levels of formal education, from a certificate to a bachelor's degree. You'll enjoy excellent job prospects, and computer skills will always be needed. The EAC program is a great place to start. Our program has some of the most updated computer and technology labs in the state of Arizona. You can gain hands-on experience, and learn in our small, personalized classes. We offer four short certificate programs and an AAS degree program to give you knowledge and credentials to get a job quickly. Our Associate degree program gives you a foundation to major in Computer Science at a four-year university. I hope to see you soon! - Mike Fox, Business Division Chair
Eastern Arizona College is offering the Google IT Support Professional Certificate in two courses CMP-155 & CMP-156. This certification is an entry level certification providing knowledge and experience for entry level IT technician positions that pay on average $40,000+ yearly, and persons wanting to make themselves more attractive to potential employers where computers are used. There are a total of 5 Google certificates students will gain while taking the courses. Once a student earns all of them she/he is awarded the Google IT Professional Certificate: Technical Support Fundamentals The Bits and Bytes of Computer Networking Operating Systems and you: Becoming a Power User System Administration and IT Infrastructure Services IT Security: Defense Against the Dark Arts Learn more here.
Transfer and Careers Programming Your Career Excellent job prospects are projected for those working with computers. Relevant computer skills are always needed! And, workers can enter the field with many different levels of formal education. With a four-year degree, you can work as a: Computer specialist in marketing, finance and accounting Systems analyst and designer Information system consultant and computer auditor Applications designer and programmer Networking system designer and manager Average Salaries: Database Administrator$71,550 Network and ComputerSystems Administrator$67,700 Network Systems Analyst$73,250 Computer Specialist$77,010
Curricula All the Components of a Great Education Computer Information Specialist (AAS)This is a comprehensive program that prepares you for a variety of computer related positions. It is for the student who is interested in software development and maintenance, software installation and maintenance, networking software installation and maintenance (the systems manager), system design, and computer operations. Program Requirements Suggested Semester Course Plan Program Learning Outcomes Computer Information Systems (ABus) This degree prepares you to transfer to a college or university and pursue a bachelors degree in Computer Information Systems. Since program requirements differ between universities, the official transfer pathway of the school which you plan to attend upon leaving EAC should be consulted in order to adjust this program to your personal needs. Program Requirements Suggested Semester Course Plan Program Learning Outcomes Database Support (Certificate) If you want to complete a faster track, emphasizing specific computer skills and fewer general courses, this certificate is for you. The emphases in this certificate are the three key areas in demand in the office environment at the technical support level including programming in database modes with networking skills for LAN environments. Program Requirements Suggested Semester Course Plan Program Learning Outcomes Personal Computer Systems Networking (Certificate) This certificate program provides a faster track, emphasizing specific computer skills and fewer general courses You will learn how to establish, organize and maintain many of the small computer network systems in use today. Program Requirements Suggested Semester Course Plan Program Learning Outcomes
Contact Us Let's Start Networking Call or email us to find out more about Computer programs at EAC. We’re happy to answer your questions! Contact: Mike Fox Business Division Chair (928) 428-8421 michael.fox@eac.edu Contact our Admissions Office for info on college admissions, housing, scholarships and financial aid or to schedule a campus visit. Contact: Admissions Office (928) 428-8272 800-678-3808 x. 8272 admissions@eac.edu
