Computers & Technology

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1 Computers & Technology Computer Assisted Design Computer Information Systems Web Development Cyber Security Computer Support Services Graphic Design & Computer Graphics Start here go anywhere!

2 COMPUTERS & TECHNOLOGY DEGREES AT RCC ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE (AS) Computer Information Systems ASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCE (AAS) Computer Support Services Cyber Security Graphic Design and Computer Graphics CERTIFICATES Computer Assisted Design - CAD (Architecture & Landscape or Computer Animation) Computer Information Systems/Computer Support Computer Web Development Why Should I Study Computers & Technology? Information Technology (IT) and the ability to use and understand computer hardware and software has become an integral part of modern life. Among its most important functions are the efficient transmission of information and the storage and analysis of information. Those who work in this industry help individuals and organizations share and store information through computer networks and systems, the Internet, and computer databases. An Associate in Science (AS) degree provides a solid foundation for those who plan to transfer to a four-year college. Those who prefer to enter the workforce immediately should consider earning an Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree or certificate.

3 Career Options Earning your associate s degree or certificate at RCC is the first step toward many careers, a few of which are listed below. If you are interested in COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS or COMPUTER SUPPORT SERVICES Computer Support Technician Help Desk Administrator Network Technician CYBER SECURITY Computer Security Specialist Network Administrator Information Security Analyst GRAPHIC DESIGN & COMPUTER GRAPHICS, you could have a career in Advertising Publications Exhibit Design Web Design Animation and InteractiveGraphics COMPUTER ASSISTED DESIGN - CAD (Architecture & Landscape or Computer Animation) CAD Operator or Design Technician in the fields of Architectural Civil or Mechanical Engineering COMPUTER WEB DEVELOPMENT Web Designer Web Programmer Web Server Administrator

4 Get Help Transferring to a Four-Year College Most RCC students transfer to four-year colleges and universities throughout the US. RCC will help you in the transfer process. Transfer agreements between RCC and many fouryear colleges enable you to enter as a junior. Transfer counselors are available to help you select the best fouryear college for you and to ensure that you have the appropriate courses and qualifications. You can learn about transfer opportunities at four-year colleges on Transfer Days and College Night, when hundreds of representatives of other colleges and universities visit RCC to share information about their schools. More than 100 four-year institutions accept RCC grads as transfer students each year, including such schools as: American University Lehigh University Syracuse University Columbia University New York University Cooper Union Northeastern University Cornell University Pace University SUNY: Albany, Binghamton, Buffalo, New Paltz, Purchase, Stony Brook & more CUNY: Hunter, Queens & more Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute University of Chicago Fordham University Rochester Institute of Technology University of Connecticut University of Michigan Georgetown University Yale University

5 Why I Chose RCC Our Alumni Speak These alumni earned a degree in Computers & Technology. Computer related crimes, like credit card fraud and identity theft, are on the rise. RCC s Cyber Security degree is definitely on the cutting edge. Since finishing the program, I have used my new skills every day. I have done website development professionally, for friends, and for myself. The skills I learned have been incredibly useful. ALEX KRAL KECHAN ST. CLAIR MICHAEL SULLIVAN, Chief of Police, Clarkstown, NY Serving as vice president of the Women in Computing Club while earning my degree in Computer Information Systems was a great experience. RCC molded me into a better-rounded individual and boosted my motivation. JOSE SALAS, Junior Network Administrator JANICE MILITELLO Earning a Web Development Certificate at RCC has been beneficial to both my IT career and personal interest in building web sites. The RCC's professors made sure I understood the material, giving me an excellent base to build a successful IT career. It is the policy of Rockland Community College not to discriminate on basis of age, alienage, color, creed, disability, gender/sex, marital status, national origin, prior non-job related record of conviction, race, religion, sexual orientation or veteran status in its programs and activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Associate Vice President of Enrollment Management Technology Center 145 College Road Suffern, NY

6 As an RCC Student, You Can JOIN one or more of our 40 student clubs, or start your own club FIND A JOB and polish your job-seeking skills in our Career Services Center FIND ENCOURAGEMENT from award-winning faculty in small classes (average class size: 22) INTERN at one of hundreds of companies in Rockland or Manhattan, including major tech companies and financial brokerage firms EXPLORE your special interests in clubs such as Robotics, Video Games & Anime, Chess, Computers, and Art BECOME A LEADER in the Student Government Association PLAY SPORTS in the MidHudson Athletic Conference: men s baseball, basketball, golf, soccer and tennis and women s basketball, tennis and volleyball GET FINANCING through $16 million in financial assistance awarded annually GET TO KNOW international students from 25 countries GET HELP in the Tutoring Center, Writing Center, Academic Advisement Center and Student Development Center HELP OTHERS in community service projects like Habitat for Humanity, food and clothing drives ENJOY Rockland Community College s safe and picturesque campus in the scenic Hudson Valley, just 25 miles northwest of New York City How Do I Apply? info@sunyrockland.edu RCC-SOON College Rd., Suffern, NY 10901