Computer Applications & Office Technologies
A computer application (application or app for short) is a computer program designed
to perform a group of coordinated functions, tasks, or activities for the benefit
of the user. The study of computer applications prepares students for a career in
the field of computer applications and software development. It also can help students
to become proficient with a specific application, such as Microsoft Word, Microsoft
Excel or Adobe Photoshop.
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James Finley
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Dean
Courtney Doussett
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Instructional Department Specialist
Sue Lafferty
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Admin. Assistant to the Dean
Martha Ramirez
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John Coverdale
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Full-Time Faculty
Jessiah Ruiz
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Academic Programs in Computer Applications & Office Technologies
The academic maps below will give you an idea of the classes you need to take. However,
please meet with a counselor to personalize your education plan.
- School Trailhead for Science, Technology, Engineering & Math (STEM) Suggested Initial
Coursework - TRAILHEAD
- Associate of Arts (AA) Degree - Area of Emphasis (AOE) in Math & Science - CSU Pathway
- MAP
- Computer Science for Transfer (ADT) - Pathways for Transfer to a CSU or UC School
- MAP
- Program Flyer (Computer Information Systems - C++ Programming) - INFO
- Program Flyer (Computer Information Systems - Computer Programming) - INFO
- Program Flyer (Computer Information Systems - Graphic Design) - INFO
- Program Flyer (Computer Information Systems - Java Programming) - INFO
Additional Resources
- What can I do with this major? (Computer Science) - INFO
- What can I do with this major? (Graphic Design) - INFO
- Riverside Community College District General Education (RCCD GE) Requirements (PLAN
A) - INFO
- California State University General Education (CSU GE) Requirements (PLAN B) For students
who would like to transfer to a campus in the California State University (CSU) system
- INFO
- Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) Requirements (PLAN C) For students who would like to transfer to a campus in either the California State University (CSU) or University of California (UC) system - INFO
Career Options
Career options for students who get a degree in computer science include: software
applications developer, computer systems analyst, graphic designer, network systems
administrator, web developer, and computer programmer.
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