Coleman College

Coleman College - Confidence, Competitive, Compassion

Coleman College is a nonprofit institution, nationally recognized as a leader in information technology (IT) education. Since 1963, Coleman has provided accelerated training that has helped its graduates become leaders in the IT industry.

The mission of Coleman College is to prepare students for meaningful careers in the computer professions, while providing an environment where those who become a part of this academic community may develop their full potential as human beings.

Coleman consistently provides extensive hands-on experience for its students, who have ready access to the latest computer equipment. That's part of the Coleman difference. We expect our graduates to encounter a wide variety of technical events and problems on the job, so it makes sense for them to encounter them first during training.

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 Upon successful completion of this program, you will be proficient in:

• Relational database analysis, design, and implementation (SQL)
• Bioinformatics sequence alignment formats and file architecture (FASTA)
• Analyzing DNA/RNA and protein structures (BLAST, global entries)
• Computer architecture and operating systems (Linux, Unix, MS Windows, routers, switches, and LAN / WAN troubleshooting)
• Developing business software applications in several programming languages by utilizing structured as well as object-oriented programming techniques

You will be qualified to apply for numerous positions including:

• Bioinformatics Programmer / Analyst
• Bioinformatics Research Technician / Assistant
• Bioinformatics Software Application Developer
• Bioinformatics Systems Analyst
• Technical Support Specialist
• Network Support Specialist
• Bioinformatics Network Administrator
• System Administrator
• Hardware Specialist

The Coleman Advantage:

• Practical, hands-on computer training that promotes analytical and critical thinking
• Students learn how to quickly master technical concepts
• Small classes offer individual attention
• Associate's, Bachelor's, and Master's degree programs are available
• Innovative "career first" curriculum
• Financial aid for qualified applicants
• Accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS)

Program Highlights:

• Introduction to personal computers (PCs) and networks
• Building, maintaining, and troubleshooting advanced computer systems
• Biology, cellular and molecular biology, microbiology, and biotechnology
• Bioinformatics theory and application
• Program design basics
• Object oriented programming (Java, C, C++)
• Relational database design and administration (Oracle, MySQL)
• LAN / WAN network operating systems and bioinformatics server technology
• Building and interconnecting LANs / WANs for use in the bioinformatics environment
• Dynamic web programming to host complex genome databases
• Genome database design, search and comparison techniques
• Use and characteristics of TCP/IP
• Computer hardware and software diagnostic systems

Coleman College's MS Business and Technology Management program, with an emphasis on management issues and strategies, teaches professionals how to manage in a variety of industries, including high technology.

Students will build a strong foundation in business management, along with an understanding of how information technology is utilized in order to gain a competitive advantage in today's business environment. Graduates of the program will be able to manage effectively in environments dependent on information technology.

Coleman College's Computer Graphic Design program can give you the skills and experience you need to get your start in this exciting career field. Beginning with an introduction to computer applications and the fundamentals of drawing and graphic design, students progress quickly to acquire advanced skills in the design and production of print materials and Web pages. You will develop a professional portfolio to take with you when you graduate.

Courses in their major will expose them to graphic design history, principles of design, professional practices, and the opportunity to refine their design skills. The B.S. will help them to grow and develop their portfolio and further their career in the design industry.

Coleman College's Computer Information Systems program develops logical thinking, problem solving, computer mastery, and success! The fast-paced, in-depth curriculum prepares students for careers in computer programming and database applications -- in less than nine months! You will develop marketable skills in object-oriented programming, database design, Web programming, systems analysis and design, e-commerce and more.

The incredibly frequent and rapid changes in today's business and technology require people who can think and express themselves clearly. The general education component of the degree program is designed to develop those skills and an awareness of the individual's responsibility in society. Technical skills must be balanced with human skills if one is to be an effective participant in the Information Age.

Modern management control is dependent upon an organization's effective use of computer systems. Based on this premise, the emphasis in the Computer Information Systems major is on business applications of the computer. However, many graduates have applied the skills learned in the program to the scientific and research fields. The curriculum provides the student with in-depth expertise in the most popular computer languages, knowledge of accounting techniques, systems analysis and design, as well as operations management of a computer installation.

Coleman College Computer Network program prepares students to be qualified computer network specialists in about eight months. With an emphasis on hardware and networks, you will learn how to set up, diagnose and repair PC workstations, and to install, maintain and administrate local area networks. Our computer networks graduates get great jobs in a variety of IT positions, from network administration to field service support. Offered at the La Mesa campus.

This program is designed to provide the graduate with the educational foundation for management positions in the computer network technology field. The graduate is prepared for leadership responsibilities in the planning, evaluation and supervision of computer service activities. The curriculum includes a sound knowledge of technical skills, concepts of management and human relations, and a study of mathematics and physical sciences. The Bachelor's degree program in Computer Networks is not intended to be preparation for graduate work in engineering or science.

Coleman College's MS Business and Technology Management program, with an emphasis on management issues and strategies, teaches professionals how to manage in a variety of industries, including high technology.

Students will build a strong foundation in business management, along with an understanding of how information technology is utilized in order to gain a competitive advantage in today's business environment. Graduates of the program will be able to manage effectively in environments dependent on information technology.

The Network Security program is designed to prepare students for careers in computer and network security and to deal with the challenging computer and network security problems facing society. The graduate will have a basic understanding of computer hardware, software, programming concepts and network administration with a primary emphasis on network security. The Graduate will be able to implement the fundamental security measures necessary in the modern business environment, perform the basic functions of a PC/Network Support Technician and install/configure the necessary hardware and software to support a local area network infrastructure.