The Computer Studies & Information Technology (CSIT) Department serves students with computer-related courses in basic skills, transfer, and career education.
Composed of curriculum focused in the areas of computer applications, information technology, and networking, CSIT provides students with theoretical and hands-on experience in using the power of computing to critically evaluate and solve business, network, and security problems. In addition, the department offers several general education courses covering social and ethical issues related to technology.
Career options available through certificate attainment, transfer, or bachelor's degree achievement include business office worker, business productivity software professional, Internet and e-commerce specialist, information technology analyst, management information systems analyst, computer desktop support and tech support technician, systems administrator, and cyber security professional. Certain courses provide preparatory training for various professional industry certifications, including Business Information Worker (BIW) Pathway I, II, and Specialist Levels, Microsoft Office Specialist (Expert Levels for Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint), IC3, Microsoft Desktop Support Technician, Windows, CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+, Cyber Security Analyst+ (CYSA+), Pen Test+/EC Council Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), and Linux Professional/Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA).
Students may earn associate degree by completing a certificate of achievement and the general education courses required for MiraCosta College's Associate in Arts degree. Students should meet with a MiraCosta counselor to identify required courses and to develop a written educational plan for the specific degree or certificate they wish to earn.
Careers in Business and Technology
Accountants, bookkeepers, tax preparers, marketing specialists, market analysts, social media specialists, e-commerce specialists, financial managers, entrepreneurs, and operational managers and supervisors.
This course mainly focuses on Business and Information Worker (BIW).
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution
21 January 2025
San Elijo Campus
3333 Manchester Avenue,
CARDIFF,
California,
92007, United States
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution
21 January 2025
MiraCosta College
Oceanside Campus,
1 Barnard Drive,
OCEANSIDE,
California,
92056, United States
Students must be Eighteen years of age or older and able to benefit from instruction
A high school graduate or equivalent
IELTS score of 5.5
TOEFL score of 450 on the paper-based; test/133 on the computer-based test/ 46 on the iBT
DuoLingo English Test score of 75
Application Deadline:
Fall: July 1; Spring: Nov 15
MiraCosta College is a great choice for students starting their undergraduate education, with top transfer rates and a beautiful campus location.