Computer Information Systems
Applications Specialist Option
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Admissions Requirements |
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High School Diploma or GED. Three years of high school English and one year of high
school algebra or their equivalents with grades of “C” or higher. |
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Next Step |
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Enter the workforce or transfer to a four-year program. |
The Computer Information Systems program prepares students for
immediate career opportunities in business and industry or for transfer
to a four-year college or university. The rapid changes in our
Information Technology world and the utilization of computers in every
aspect of business and industry have created an increasing demand for
trained personnel in all areas of computer applications. To meet this
need, the Computer Information Systems program offers four associate
degree concentrations: the Application Specialist Option, the Database
Option, Programming Option and the Web Development Option.
The
Application Specialist Option provides students with a thorough
introduction to today’s most widely used computer software
applications. The program curriculum provides hands-on computer
experience in spreadsheets, advanced database applications, basic
programming, web page development, network management, data
communication, and systems analysis and design. Additional courses
introduce students to the fields of accounting, business law and
ethics, and technical writing. The Cooperative Work Experience is a
requirement in this program and provides an opportunity for students to
apply classroom knowledge to practical work experience. Career
opportunities for the Application Specialist Option may include
positions in the areas of computer operations, business applications,
systems analysis, software support, database development, customer
support, technical and microcomputer support. CORI/SORI:
A
Criminal Offenders Record Information (CORI) and Sexual Offenders
Record Information (SORI) may be required of all students enrolled in
CIS 299. Finger printing and drug testing may be required.
Additional Cost:
Students enrolled in CIS 299 may incur an additional expense for professional liability insurance.
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Courses |
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Semester 1
Financial Accounting I
E-Business Law & Ethics
Introduction to Information Technology
Introduction to Microcomputer Applications
English Composition & Literature I
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Semester 2
Advanced Microcomputer Applications
Introduction to Programming with C++
Introduction to Data Communication & Networks
English Composition & Literature II
College Mathematics I: Precalculus |
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Semester 3
Web Page Development I
Database Management Application Development
Career Elective
Technical & Workplace Writing
Psychology of Interpersonal Relations or
Human Relations in Organizations |
Semester 4 Network Management
Systems Analysis & Design
Cooperative Work Experience & Seminar
Statistics
Speech Communication Skills |
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