2017-2018 Catalog

Computer Information Systems, A.A.S.

This degree program prepares student for solving strategic business problems by designing computer-based information systems.  Workers in computer information systems assist in planning, coordinating, and facilitating the computer-related activities of businesses.  They help determine both technical and business goals in consultation with top management and make detailed plans for the accomplishment of these goals. This requires a strong understanding of both technology and business practices.

Degree Requirements: 60 credits

General Education Requirements: 16 credits

English and Communication

(9 credits)

ENG 121English Composition I (GT-CO1)

3

ENG 122English Composition II (GT-CO2)

3

 

COM 115Public Speaking

3

OR

COM 125Interpersonal Communication

3

Mathematics

(4 credits)

MAT 120Mathematics for Liberal Arts: GT-MA1

4

OR

MAT 121College Algebra: GT-MA1

4

Social Sciences

(3 credits)

ECO 201Principles of Macroeconomics (GT-SS1)

3

Required Core Courses: 11 credits

CIS 115Introduction to Computer Information Systems

3

CIS 128Intro to Operating Systems

3

CIS 202Automated Project Management: MS Project

3

CIS 203Technology for Career Success

2

Required Courses for AAS in Computer Information Systems: 27 credits

BUS 115Introduction to Business

3

BUS 217Business Communication and Report Writing

3

CIS 118Introduction to PC Applications

3

CIS 145Complete PC Database (Access)

3

CIS 243Introduction to SQL

3

CIS 267Management of Information Systems

3

CIS 268Systems Analysis and Design I

3

CNG 101Introduction to Networking

3

CSC 119Introduction to Programming

3

Electives: 6 credits

BUS 216Legal Environment of Business

3

BUS 226Business Statistics

3

ECO 202Principles of Microeconomics (GT-SS1)

3