# Computer User Support Specialist (Certificate of Achievement)

El Camino College · 2026-2027 Catalog · Department: Computer Information Systems

Source: http://catalog.elcamino.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=13&poid=3687

**Business Division**

www.elcamino.edu/academics/divisions/business/

The program is intended for students interested in information systems and can lead to a degree or certificate of achievement, and career placement or advancement. A variety of courses will enable students to design graphical user interfaces, perform systems analysis, develop Web pages, spreadsheets, and databases, and implement and maintain LANs (local area networks). Students will demonstrate their proficiency through performance in laboratory exercises and objective examinations. Program assessment is measured by program completion and periodic program review. The program leads to career opportunities as software specialists, Web programmers, database developers, systems analysts, or network administrators.

For Gainful Employment program information, please visit www.elcamino.edu/academics/areas-of-study/computer-information-systems.php

### Certificate of Achievement

A Certificate of Achievement will be granted upon completion of all program requirements with a minimum grade of "B".  At least 15 Computer Information Systems units must be completed at El Camino College

### Required Courses:

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| BUS 108 | Written Business Communications | 3 |
| BUS 109 | Oral Business Communications | 3 |
| BUS 145 | Keyboarding I | 1 |
| CIS 11 | Help Desk Operations | 3 |
| CIS 13 | Computer Information Systems | 3 |
| CIS 28 | Database Management Using Microsoft Access | 3 |
| CIS 40 | Personal Computer Support and Networking | 3 |

**Total Units: 19**