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Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math

Computer Information Systems

Merritt Computer Information Systems

The Computer Information Systems Department offers a range of courses that combine theoretical foundations with hands-on training across key areas of computing. These programs are designed to equip students with practical skills relevant to today’s technology-driven workforce.

Department Overview

The Computer Information Systems Department offers a range of courses that combine theoretical foundations with hands-on training across key areas of computing. These programs are designed to equip students with practical skills relevant to today’s technology-driven workforce.

The new associate degree programs — Applications (Software) and Infrastructure (Hardware) — will allow you to be part of the solution to cybercrimes by joining the rapidly growing field of cybersecurity. You will learn to protect computers, networks, programs, and data from unintended or unauthorized access, change, or destruction. The programs are designed to give students cutting-edge skills and prepare them to enter the job market and gain or upgrade their computer skills for immediate employment needs. Each program is designed to be completed in two years, with students earning a degree and the knowledge to pass national certification tests. For more information, visit the Cybersecurity website by clicking the image below.

CIS Degrees & Certificates

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Faculty
Beverly Brooks
bdbrooks@peralta.edu
Sarah Cox
scox@peralta.edu
Omer Ayfer
oayfer@peralta.edu
Sandra Keh
skeh@peralta.edu
Vaibhav Bhandari
vbhandari@peralta.edu
Vidyadhar Phalke
vphalke@peralta.edu
Indika Walimuni
CIS 20
iwalimuni@peralta.edu
Marilyn Varnado
CIS 1
mvarnado@peralta.edu
Monte Hanrahan
CIS 6
mhanrahan@peralta.edu
Diane Johnson
CIS 205
djohnson@peralta.edu
Meire Akpaibor
agbomeire@gmail.com
 

Contact Information

Beverly Brooks

CIS Department Chair
Beverly Brooks
bdbrooks@peralta.edu

 

Diane Chang

Division II Interim Dean,
Math, Science, and
Applied Technology

Diane Chang
dtchang@peralta.edu

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