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 1021	English Composition I (GT-CO1)	3
ENG 1022	English Composition II (GT-CO2)	3

COM 1150	Public Speaking	3
	OR
COM 1250	Interpersonal Communication (GT-SS3)	3

Mathematics

(4 credits)

MAT 1240	Mathematics for Liberal Arts (GT-MA1)	4
	OR
MAT 1340	College Algebra (GT-MA1)	4

Social Sciences

(3 credits)

ECO 2001

Principles of Macroeconomics (GT-SS1)

Required Core Courses: 11 credits

CIS 1015	Introduction to Computer Information Systems	3
CIS 1028	Introduction to Operating Systems	3
CIS 2002	Automated Project Management: MS Project	3
CIS 2003	Technology for Career Success	2

Required Courses for AAS in Computer Information Systems: 27 credits

BUS 1015	Introduction to Business	3
BUS 2017	Business Communication and Report Writing	3
CIS 1018	Introduction to PC Applications	3
CIS 1045	Introduction to Desktop Database	3
CIS 2043	Introduction to SQL	3
CIS 2067	Management of Information Systems	3
CIS 2068	Systems Analysis and Design I	3
CNG 1001	Network Fundamentals	3
CSC 1019	Introduction to Programming	3

Electives: 6 credits

BUS 2016	Legal Environment of Business	3
BUS 2026	Business Statistics	3
ECO 2002	Principles of Microeconomics (GT-SS1)	3

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