Computer Information Systems - Information Systems Technology (A.A.S.)

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Official Title of Major: Computer Information Systems - Information Systems Technology, A.A.S.

Award: Associate of Applied Science

Code: AAS.CIS.INF-SYS

Total Credit Hours: 60

About the Computer Information Systems Department

Purpose: Prepares students for careers requiring a strong background in computer technology and information systems. Covers fundamental concepts in database administration, computer technology, networking and information systems. The students may be eligible to sit for the following certifications: MOS (Microsoft Office Specialist) Word 2016, MOS Excel 2016, MOS Access 2016, and MOS Outlook 2016.

Range of Occupations

Applications programmer
Application software designer
Database administrator
Database analyst
Database programmer
Help desk specialist/analyst
Help desk technologist
Information manager for office or small business
Information systems technician
Office and administrative support specialist
Personal computer software specialist
Software developer

Approximate Cost

Graduation Requirements

See Academic Regulations for college-wide Graduation Requirements .

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General Education Requirements: 24 credits

An approved list of general education courses can be found in the General Education and Diversity, Technology and Wellness Requirements section of the catalog. Choose general education courses from the following topics:

English Composition: 6 credits

ENG 101 - Academic Writing and Research 1 3 credit hours
ENG 102 - Academic Writing and Research 2 3 credit hours
ENG 101 and ENG 101A are equivalent courses. Students may take ENG 101 -ENG 102 or ENG 101A -ENG 102 to meet their English Composition General Education requirement.

Arts and Humanities: 3 credits

CTP 194 - Ethics and the Information Age 3 credit hours
OR
COM 111 - Fundamentals of Oral Communication 3 credit hours
OR
COM 116 - Fundamentals of Oral Communication for Non-Native Speakers 3 credit hours

Biological and Physical Sciences: 3 credits

See General Education Biological and Physical Sciences Requirements for a list of approved courses.

Mathematics: 3 credits

MAT 137 - College Algebra 3 credit hours
Or more advanced level if qualified.

Social and Behavioral Sciences: 3 credits

See General Education Social and Behavioral Sciences Requirements for a list of approved courses.

Additional General Education requirements: 6 credits

CTA 100 - Computing and Information Technology
This course meets the General Education Technology Requirement.
Wellness Requirement 3 credit hours
See General Education Wellness Requirements for a list of approved courses.

Program Requirements: 36 credits

Required Courses: 29 credits

CTA 111 - Personal Computer Word Processing Applications 4 credit hours
CTA 115 - Personal Computer Database Management Systems 4 credit hours
CTA 116 - Personal Computer Spreadsheet Applications 4 credit hours
CTA 120 - Help Desk Concepts 3 credit hours
CTA 105 - Theory and Troubleshooting Microcomputers 1 3 credit hours
CTS 110 - Network Essentials 4 credit hours
CTP 200 - Systems Analysis and Design 4 credit hours
CTA 100 - Computing and Information Technology 3 credit hours
CTS 107 - Cyber Essentials 3 credit hours

Choose from BPA/CTA/CTP/CTS/STM elective courses: 7 credits

Recommended choices include:

BPA 111 - Introduction to Business 3 credit hours
BPA 120 - Small Business Management 3 credit hours
CTA 112 - Personal Computer Presentation Graphics Applications 4 credit hours
CTA 113 - Personal Computer Information Management Applications 4 credit hours
CTP 110 - Internet Fundamentals 3 credit hours
CTS 140 - Network Security Fundamentals 4 credit hours
CTA 205 - Theory and Troubleshooting Microcomputers 2 3 credit hours
***Note: Take CTA 205 if seeking preparation for the A+ Certification.
STM 213 - Professional Skills for STEM 1 credit hour

Diversity Requirement

All students in associate degree programs must satisfy the Diversity Requirement . In many cases, students may satisfy this requirement simultaneously as they satisfy a general education course requirement or with an elective.

Technology Requirement

Satisfied by CTA 100 .

Wellness Requirement

Unless they are in a degree that is exempt, all students in associate degree programs must satisfy the Wellness Requirement . In many cases, students may satisfy this requirement simultaneously as they satisfy a general education course requirement or with an elective.

Fast Track Option

This program has a Fast Track Option for those holding a college degree.

Program Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:

Use proper computer system terminology.
Perform help desk functions to answer user questions.
Provide user training on application software, including word processing, spreadsheets, and database management software.
Install platform appropriate operating systems on a PC.
Explain the components of computer networks including protocols, topologies, hardware and network operating systems.
Install and use DOS and Windows operating environments and DOS, UNIX/LINUX command structures, and Windows graphic user interface.
Perform assembly, maintenance, and repair task involving microcomputer systems.
Design basic database systems by incorporating problem-solving techniques used in developing business computer information systems.
Apply critical thinking skills to resolve troubleshooting issues.
Recommend and implement appropriate solutions in the workplace.

This program aligns with the college’s core competencies.

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