Computer Information Systems: Computer Support Specialist, A.A.S.

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This degree helps the student prepare for a career as a computer support specialist. All computer support positions require strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities. Technical support specialists may go on to supervisory positions in which they oversee the work of a support staff and handle more complicated problems. With additional training or education, a support specialist may pursue a career as a quality assurance engineer who tests computer programs for problems, or designs software to perform such tests.

Advisory Committee
Mr. William Burke, Health & Human Services Commission
Mr. Arnold Galloway, IMS
LTC Edward Jakes, Lackland AFB
Mr. Wavell Watson, Preferred Consulting Inc
Mr. Rick Aukerman, Texas A&M University-Kingsville
Mr. Frank Free, Rackspace
Mr. Ivan Chestnutt, MITRE Corporation
Mr. Ricardo Bartra, Philips Consumer Lifestyle
Mr. Richard Cavin, Valley Telephone Cooperative