Sierra College Offers New Information Technology Courses
To provide students and those currently employed with the skills they need to both start and progress in Information Technology careers, Sierra College now offers four career pathways under the new Information Technology program (formerly Computer Information Systems - CIS): networking, cybersecurity, data analysis
There are now more than 39 Information Technology courses leading well paid and interesting careers with many opportunities to advance, according to Nylander. “We updated and added brand new classes that are being offered
Students can start taking Information Technology classes and immediately use those skills to find
According to Nylander, those interested in cybersecurity can develop powerful skills to battle against hackers disrupting government, business
Networking careers appeal to those who enjoy hands-on work and want to develop
Will Adams, Director of Operations in the healthcare technology field, indicated that the Sierra College Information Technology program opened up doors for him. “It answered lots of questions and provided information that I was unable to find by myself,” said Adams.
Students representing many majors can benefit from developing data analysis skill sets to understand and present complicated information, according to Nylander. “Students who have a curiosity to understand what the data means and want to simplify decision making in any field such as health, transportation, manufacturing or social services, would benefit from data analyst courses,” said Nylander.
The business information courses in the Information Technology department can get someone started in an
Plumlee majored in Business Administration at Sierra College and benefited from the Information Technology department courses in Microsoft® applications. “I knew how important Microsoft Word™ and Excel™ were for businesses as well as for becoming a better student,” said Plumlee. “I discovered that I had a passion for it, really enjoyed the comradery among students and appreciated the helpful Information Technology instructors. The computer lab became my second home.”
Check out the Information Technology classes, encouraged Plumlee. “Information Technology is the future and the skills are used in nearly all careers,” said Plumlee. “If you don’t, you’ll always be a step behind.”
The content of many of the Information Technology courses are aligned with industry certification such as CompTIA™ A+, Network+ & Security +; CISCO™ CCENT & CCNA; Microsoft® Certified Solutions Associate; and EC-Council CEHv9 Certified Ethical Hacker
Recent high schools graduates and
To learn more go to, www.sierracollege.edu/IT
Contact: publicinformation@sierracollege.edu / (916) 660-7000