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Computer Information Systems - Associate of Applied Science
Associate of Applied Science
Statement of Purpose
The Computer Information Systems (CIS) program supports Information Technology (IT) operations in industry, business, education, services, and government sectors. Students study a wide variety of application areas, including computer maintenance, computer networking, databases, and digital media production.
Upon successful completion of the program, students will earn:
- Associate of Applied Science - Computer Information Systems, or
- Level 1 Certificate - Computer Information Technology
Program Learning Outcomes
- Graduates of the AAS degree in CIS and Cert 1 will be able to describe the function of a computer information system.
- Graduates of the AAS degree in CIS will be able to create and implement computer programs for business and evaluate the effectiveness of the computer programs.
- Graduates of the AAS degree in CIS and Cert 1 will be able to apply productivity tools in a business environment.
- Graduates of the AAS degree in CIS and Cert 1 will be able to design hardware configuration and list maintenance techniques.
Program of Study
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| XXXX-X3XX | Language, Philosophy, and Culture Elective | 3 |
| or | ||
| XXXX-X3XX | Creative Arts Elective | 3 |
| MATH-1314 | College Algebra | 3 |
| COSC-1301 | Introduction to Computing | 3 |
| ITSC-1325 | Personal Computer Hardware | 3 |
| IMED-1416 | Web Design I | 4 |
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ENGL-1301 | Composition I | 3 |
| ITSE-2409 | Database Programming | 4 |
| ITNW-2413 | Networking Hardware | 4 |
| IMED-2415 | Web Design II | 4 |
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ENGL-1302 | Composition II | 3 |
| XXXX-X3XX | Social and Behavioral Sciences Elective | 3 |
| SPCH-1315 | Public Speaking | 3 |
| ITSE-2310 | iOS Application Programming | 3 |
| ITNW-2405 | Network Administration | 4 |
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| COSC-1336 | Programming Fundamentals I | 3 |
| ITSE-1350 | System Analysis and Design | 3 |
| ITSW-2365 | Practicum: Data Processing Technology | 3 |
| ITNW-2412 | Routers | 4 |
Notes
MATH-1314, COSC-1301, ITSC-1325, IMED-1416, ENGL-1301, ITSE-2409, ITNW-2413, IMED-2415, ENGL-1302, SPCH-1315, ITSE-2310, ITNW-2405, COSC-1336, ITSE-1350, ITSW-2365, and ITNW-2412: Grade of C or better is required for graduation
XXXX-X3XX (Language, Philosophy, and Culture Elective), XXXX-X3XX (Creative Arts Elective), and XXXX-X3XX (Social and Behavioral Sciences Elective): Students may take any course within this category of the TSC General Education Core Curriculum
This information is provided as an example only. You will develop a personalized plan with your Success Coach and faculty advisor/mentor that reflects your goals and interests. You are required to meet with an advisor each semester to ensure you are on track for graduation. This document does not contain all the information you need to stay on track for graduation.
Credit Hours
- 60 credit hours — total of the courses listed above (calculated, alternatives counted once)
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