Computer Information Systems (Certificate of Completion), Systems Administration

School of Business & Information Technology (BIT)

This CIS Systems Admin certificate is a subset of the core AAS degree technical courses. These technical courses focus on design, implementation, management and troubleshooting computer systems in a business environment. The required courses in the program cover all objectives needed to prepare for the certification exams. Areas covered are Enterprise/Server Support and Client Support in the Windows environment.

Students will receive instruction and hands-on training on subjects that include; installing operating systems, managing performance, implementing security, disaster recovery, directory services, virtualization of servers and desktops, troubleshooting hardware and software, and many more advanced computing technologies.

Since this CIS Systems Administration certificate is a subset of the core AAS degree technical courses, it will enable CNM students who have completed the CIS AAS degree in a different concentration to complete the remaining technical courses in this area and earn this CIS certificate.  Additionally, this cert is ideal for students coming to CNM with AA/AAS/BS degrees who wish to do the core technical course work for this area. 

See Recommended Sequence of Courses

Educational Option Information

• This educational option can be completed: Part-time or full-time. The program can be completed in four terms full-time.
• This educational option is designed for: Students who have completed an associates or bachelor’s degree and wish to complete coursework to enter into the IT profession. .
• This educational option can be started: Any term.
• Primary course location: Main campus, many courses offered online.
• Other course or licensing requirements that apply to this educational option:
  • Some courses in the program have associated course fees that cover the cost of industry recognized certification exams.

Approximate Costs of this Educational Option

• Cost of Attendance
• Tuition
• Books
• Program and Course Fees

Financial Aid Considerations

• This is a financial aid eligible program.
  • Direct Subsidized Loans: 150 percent rule
  • Some courses are not eligible for Financial Aid. Please check the list here when considering a course.

Educational Opportunities

Many of the courses in this program are transferable and some may be applied to four-year degree programs at other institutions. CNM currently has transfer agreements with many colleges and universities in New Mexico and elsewhere.

Career Opportunities

Gainful Employment information is available from Job Connection Services.