26 July 2006

Wallace State Offering New Computer Science Options

HANCEVILLE, AL-- CSI: Crime Scene Investigators is making its presence known at Wallace State Community College. With the rise in popularity of forensic programs, the Wallace State Computer Science program is now offering a Cyber Security/Computer Forensic Technology option geared toward preparing students to investigate computer-related crimes.

   Students who choose this option will learn to perform a variety of highly technical computer forensic and support tasks such as collection of computer-related evidence, data retrieval, cracking passwords and finding hidden information for computer crime investigations.

   Wallace State also offers Programming, Software Support and Internet/Network Technology degree options in both traditional and online formats.

   The Programming option exposes students to many of the major programming languages used in the business environment such as Visual Basic and C++. Students also learn basic programming skills.

   Students choosing the Software Support option develop skills to provide both computer hardware and software support for a variety of users. Students will learn to research and troubleshoot problems and install and configure operating systems as well as gaining a working knowledge of programming concepts and web development.

   The Internet/Network Technology option focuses on the configuration and installation of network services and applications. Students also learn about website creation and development, multimedia, graphics and animation tools, and how to develop web solutions for e-commerce and networking.

   For more information on the Wallace State Computer Science program, contact Donna Farmer at 256/352-8148 or the Wallace State Office of Student Recruiting at 256/352-8031. Registration for fall semester continues through August 24. Classes begin August 18.

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  Katie Free
  Communications and Marketing
  Wallace State Community College
  P.O. Box 2000
  Hanceville, AL 35077
  256/352-8033
  E-mail: Katie.Free@WallaceState.edu