Computer Information Systems Program
Applications
Associates Degree in Applied Arts and Science Degree
Working in a computer installation in today's business world requires a broad base knowledge in hardware, software and management. Through the presentation of theory, applications, and a bit of management, this Applications degree meets the needs of several job descriptions. A Graduate with the Associate in Applied Arts and Science Degree-Applications sequence would meet the technical and knowledge requirements for a Database Analyst, Tech Trainer, or Web Designer. The graduate would also be qualified to work in Tech Support, Applications Support, or Help Desk.
Suggested Course Sequence
First Year - 1st Semester
| Description | Literacy | Hours | ||
| CIS | 110 | Introduction to Computer Information Systems | 4 | |
| CIS | 115 | Microcomputer Applications (or CIS115H) | CL | 4 |
| ENG | 101 | English Composition I (or ENG101H) | WR | 3 |
| MTH | 102 | Elementary Algebra (or higher Math course) | CT MA | 5 |
| Total Credits | 16 |
First Year - 2nd Semester
| Description | Literacy | Hours | ||
| CIS | 130 | Operating Systems | CL | 4 |
| CIS | 200 | Electronic Spreadsheets | CL | 4 |
| OA | 125 | Business Communications (or ENG102 or ENG102H for transfer students |
WR OC | 4 |
| Elective | 3 | |||
| Total Credits | 15 |
Second Year - 1st Semester
| Description | Literacy | Hours | ||
| CIS | 202 | Microcomputer Databases | CL | 4 |
| CIS | 205 | Internet Development | CL | 4 |
| BUS | 150 | Principles of Business | GA | 4 |
| SPC | 101 | Speech Communications | OC | 3 |
| Elective | 3 | |||
| Total | 18 |
Second Year - 2nd Semester
| Description | Literacy | Hours | ||
| CIS | 275 | Visual BASIC Programming (or CIS260) | CL | 4 |
| CIS | 284 | Microcomputer Applications Specialist | CL | 4 |
| CIS or CIS or CIS |
160 247 290 |
A+ Certification (no CL) (also listed as ELT160) Special Topics in Computer Applications Computer Co-Op/Internship |
CL | 4 |
| PS | 101 | Introduction to Political Science | GA GP | 3 |
| Total Credits | 15 |
| Total Credit Hours | 64 | |||
| Total Contact Hours | 64 |