Overview

HISTORY AND BACKGROUND
The College of Computing Studies (CCS) initially began in 2004, when the Institute of Engineering and Architecture headed by Engr. Rohel S. Serrano commenced the semestral offering of the Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (BSIT) course. The BSIT course was in accordance with the CHED Memorandum Order No. 25, Series of 2001 of the Revised Policies and Standards for Information Technology Education (ITE). And with the offering of the new program, the organization changed its name into Institute of Science and Technology (now College of Engineering and Architecture (CEA)).

On December 9, 2009, the conversion of Don Honorio Ventura College of Arts and Trades (DHVCAT) into Don Honorio Ventura Technological State University (DHVTSU) directed the way to the approval and creation of the College of Computer Studies. The Dean of the CEA, Engr. Reden M. Hernandez was also designated as the Concurrent Dean of the CCS.

The Computer Education Program (CEP), which offers trimestral program under the CCS Department, was instituted on November 30, 2010, with the approval of pre-termination agreement of DHVTSU with Prince Technology Education under Board Resolution No. 78 Series of 2010.

Arch. Hermel S. Sotiangco was appointed as the OIC Dean of the CCS in November 2011 and as Dean of the CCS effective August 2012. With his leadership and improvements in his mind, the CCS remained strong in finding more means of bringing further highlights to the College. 

In 2012, the CCS offered Bachelor of Science in Computer Science (BSCS) and Diploma in Computer Technician (DCT) through CEP’s trimestral program.

In 2014, Dean Sotiangco assumed the Directorship of the Office of Physical Plant and Facilities (OPPF) and DHVTSU administration appointed Engr. Ranie B. Canlas, a Master of Science in Computer Engineering holder, as the new Dean of the CCS. After a year, under his supervision, the College acquired an endorsement of offering two (2) additional courses: Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering (BSCpE) and Bachelor of Science in Information System (BSIS). He also renamed the College’s name into College of Computing Studies due to multi-discipline course offerings.

In 2016, the CCS acquired its Level 1 Accredited Status for BSIT under the Accrediting Agency of Chartered Colleges and Universities in the Philippines. Dean Ranie B. Canlas was promoted to Vice-President for Research, Extension and Training Services (VPRETS) in 2017.

In April 2017, Prof. Joel D. Canlas was named the new Dean of the CCS. Dean Canlas is a degree holder of Master in Information Technology and Master in Business Administration. He served the College as Chairperson for BSCS, BSIS, BSCpE and ACT. With the leadership of Dean Canlas, the College is expected to provide quality and efficient learning for the CCS students.

From its inception and humble beginnings in 2004, the College of Computing Studies has come a long way as an institution in DHVTSU and transpired from a part of the Institute of Engineering and Architecture into a separate College now consisting of 26 enthusiastic and hardworking Faculty Members specializing in Information and Communication Technology Education and Servicing Faculty Members handling Social Sciences and Languages.

In addition, the CCS has three (3) existing buildings: a). CCS Building, with five (5) Lecture Rooms, two (2) Computer Software Laboratories and two (2) Network Laboratories. b). CEP Building, with four (4) Lecture Rooms, one (1) Computer System Servicing Laboratory, c). ICT Building, with two (2) Lecture Rooms.

VISION
The College of Computer Studies will be the lead institution creating knowledge and providing technical skills and training in the field of Information and Communication Technology in the region.

MISSION
The College of Computer Studies is committed to deliver quality education by providing knowledge and skills to its clientele to provide the IT industry and government with proficient and competitive IT Professionals.

GOAL
To produce globally competitive Information Technology professionals as key leaders and service related providers.

OBJECTIVES

• To provide an advanced understanding of information technology concepts, methods, and practices that can be applied in solving problems and addressing current technological issues; a broad base of application domains.
• To provide insights and expertise in helping students to become accomplished professionals with holistic knowledge in Information Technology related fields and to contribute in the development and application of new methods through competent faculty and relevant curriculum.