Most computer users in business neither know, nor need to know, how a computer actually works in order to use it. They just need it to work. Therefore, there is a demand for “user advocates” who help users decide which technology is appropriate for their needs and consult them on how to deploy that technology to meet their goals. The Associate of Science in Computer Information Systems degree arms students with the knowledge and skills necessary to become one of these much sought after advocates. 

Information technology students learn to “make things work” for people in today’s business. The curriculum develops students’ competencies in four major areas: technical/practical skills, business/soft skills, industry/field experience, and certifications. The School of Information Technology teaches students to apply what they have learned and to solve practical business problems by creating applications that support the problem-solving and decision-making needs of the corporate community.

The program level objectives for students completing the AS in Computer Information Systems are as follows:

1. To prepare and develop students to be competent in four (4) areas:
   1. Technical / Practical Skills
   2. Business / Soft Skills
   3. Industry Training / Experience
   4. Certification Preparation
2. To prepare students to think critically to solve computing problems through identification, assessment and evaluation of business and information systems; design and develop software applications and plan a scheme of secure systems
3. To develop students to become leaders and decision-makers; and ability to work with others to function effectively as business solution providers
4. To build students' awareness in conducting themselves in a manner that is professional, ethical, and social
5. To prepare students for rewarding careers in computer and information technology related fields

Requirements 

Course List

Code	Title	Credits
Major-Related Courses
IT-100	Introduction to Information Technology	3
IT-127	Computer Hardware and Software	3
IT-130	Database	3
IT-135	CCNA I: Introduction to Networks	3
IT-150	Web Design Technology	3
IT-235	CCNA II: Switching, Routing & Wireless Essentials	3
Major Area Electives		9
Major-Related Courses Subtotal		27
General Education and Related Courses
EN-111	College Writing and Critical Analysis	3
EN-121	Analytical Thinking, Writing & Research	3
EN-206	Professional Writing and Presentation	3
IT-160	Programming Logic	3
IT-295	Systems Analysis & Design	3
LA-122	Fundamentals of Communication	3
MA-115	Quantitative Reasoning	3
MA-120	Finite Mathematics & Linear Modeling	3
Liberal Arts Elective(s) (including IT-Liberal Arts Courses)		6
Social Science or Liberal Arts Electives		3
General Education and Related Courses Subtotal		33
Total Credits		60

Recommended Sequence

Plan of Study Grid

Semester 1		Credits
IT-100	Introduction to Information Technology	3
EN-111	College Writing and Critical Analysis	3
LA-122	Fundamentals of Communication	3
LA-ELE	Liberal Arts Elective	3
MA-115	Quantitative Reasoning	3
	Credits	15
Semester 2
IT-127	Computer Hardware and Software	3
IT-130	Database	3
IT-135	CCNA I: Introduction to Networks	3
EN-121	Analytical Thinking, Writing & Research	3
MA-120	Finite Mathematics & Linear Modeling	3
	Credits	15
Semester 3
IT-150	Web Design Technology	3
IT-160	Programming Logic	3
IT-235	CCNA II: Switching, Routing & Wireless Essentials	3
EN-206	Professional Writing and Presentation	3
LA-ELE	Liberal Arts Elective	3
	Credits	15
Semester 4
IT-295	Systems Analysis & Design	3
IT-ELE	IT Elective 1	3
IT-ELE	IT Elective	3
IT-ELE	IT Elective	3
LA-ELE	Liberal Arts Elective	3
	Credits	15
	Total Credits	60

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IT Electives suggested courses: IT-250 Advanced Web Design, IT-260 Advanced Programming, and IT-280 Object Oriented Programming.