Computer Information Systems

Looking to start a new career or brush up in tech?

Are you considering a career in programing, software development, web development, hardware maintenance, network systems, or cyber security?

GRCC's Computer Information Systems (CIS) programs are a great fit for students who are detail-oriented, technology-savvy, appreciate the benefit of team members’ expertise and adaptable to an ever-changing environment.

Why CIS at GRCC?

Get online and in-person hands-on skills training.
Learn from instructors with advanced degrees and experience.
Earn an associate degree in our transfer programs and transfer as a junior to the four-year college or university of your choice.
Jump start your career with industry certifications you’ll gain in a variety of CIS courses.

Areas of study

Current students

Industry Recognized Credentials

If you’ve earned a nationally accredited industry or professional credential, it may qualify for academic credit.

Microsoft 365 Access

Students and educators at eligible institutions can sign up for Office 365 Education for free.

Scholarships

Apply for 300+ scholarships with one easy application.

Tutoring

Need extra help with your classes. See a tutor.

Future students

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Computer Information Systems Course Offerings

GRCC offers a wide variety of programing, software development, web development, hardware maintenance, network systems, or cyber security classes

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Apply to GRCC

Your first step to becoming a GRCC Computer Information Systems major is to apply to GRCC today.

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Campus Life

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Learning Resources

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Student Affairs Resources & Personalized Help

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News

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Programs in this Department

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Artificial Intelligence Certificate

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Computer Programming, A.A.A.S.

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Computer Support Specialist, A.A.A.S.

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CyberSecurity Certificate

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Data Science Certificate

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Network Administration, A.A.A.S.

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Pathway Degree with Computer Information Systems Concentration, A.A.

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Pre-Computer Information Systems, A.A. (General Transfer)

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Pre-Computer Science, A.A. (General Transfer)

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Pre-CyberSecurity, A.A. (General Transfer)

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Web/UX Design and Development, A.A.A.S.

Faculty & Staff

Andrew Rozema

Andrew Rozema

Department Head

arozema@grcc.edu

(616) 234-3101

Sarah DeWent

Sarah DeWent

Support Professional

sarahdewent@grcc.edu

(616) 234-2206

Judith Graham

Assistant Professor

judithgraham@grcc.edu

(616) 234-2109

Frank Jasper Stump

Assistant Professor

frankjasperstump@grcc.edu

(616) 234-3494

Katie Vandermeer

Katie McAllister

Professor

katiemcallister1@grcc.edu

(616) 234-3991

Leadership

Andrew Rozema

Andrew Rozema

Department Head

arozema@grcc.edu

(616) 234-3101

Professional Support Staff

Sarah DeWent

Sarah DeWent

Support Professional

sarahdewent@grcc.edu

(616) 234-2206

Faculty

Judith Graham

Assistant Professor

judithgraham@grcc.edu

(616) 234-2109

Frank Jasper Stump

Assistant Professor

frankjasperstump@grcc.edu

(616) 234-3494

Katie Vandermeer

Katie McAllister

Professor

katiemcallister1@grcc.edu

(616) 234-3991

Svetoslav Pavlov

Svetoslav Pavlov

Associate Professor

svetoslavpavlov@grcc.edu

(616) 234-2228

Jacob Pollak

Jacob Pollak

Assistant Professor

jpollak@grcc.edu

(616) 234-3343

Jonnathan Resendiz

Jonnathan Resendiz

Assistant Professor

jonnathanresendiz@grcc.edu

(616) 234-3081

Ken Smith

Ken Smith

Professor

ksmith@grcc.edu

(616) 234-4440

Adjunct Faculty

Douglas Borton

Instructor

douglasborton@grcc.edu

Doug Macneil

Doug MacNeil

Instructor

dmacneil@grcc.edu

Johnny Martin

Instructor

johnnymartin@grcc.edu

Thomas McGinnis

Thomas McGinnis

Instructor

thomasmcginnis@grcc.edu

Omar Mohammed

Instructor

omarmohammed@grcc.edu

Deborah Potter

Instructor

dpotter@grcc.edu

Chad Sytsma

Instructor

csytsma@grcc.edu

Bethann Talsma

Instructor

btalsma@grcc.edu

William Todd

William Topp

Instructor

williamtopp1@grcc.edu