Computer Information Systems Associate in Science Degree

PROGRAM CODE: 2S03831

The Computer Information Systems Associate in Science Degree is designed to prepare students for employment in programming, networking, website design, database design and administration, cyber-security, project management or game design. Students learn in a well-equipped technical environment for instruction and lab. CIS courses are taught providing hands-on experience in the use of industry-standard hardware, application software, operating systems, networking, and programming tools. This program also requires students to choose a "Track" from the sets of Restricted Electives below. This degree requires 20-23 units, in addition to other graduation requirements.

Required Courses (14 units):
CIS 100 F Introduction to Personal Computers4
or CIS 100HF Honors Introduction to Personal Computers
or CIS 111 F Introduction to Information Systems
or CIS 111HF Honors Introduction to Information Systems
CIS 180 F Introduction to Networking Concepts4
CIS 201 F Introduction to Python Programming3
CYBR 106 FIntroduction to Cybersecurity3
Restricted Electives - Choose ELECTIVES from ONE CAREER TRACK below to meet the minimum program unit requirements:6-9
Cyber Security Career Track: Select the following courses (9 units):
Ethical Hacking3
Network Security3
Scripting Fundamentals3
OR
Programming Career Track: Select the following courses (6-7 units):
Programming in C++3
Java Programming I
Database I3
OR
Network Technician Career Track: Select the following courses (6 units):
Computer Certification Preparation3
Computer Certification Prep II3
OR
Network Administration Career Track (9 units):
Introduction to Operating Systems3
Windows Server3
Linux and UNIX Operating System3
OR
Web Design Career Track: Select the following courses (9 units):
Web Design I (formerly Web Page Design II)3
Web Design II (formerly Dreamweaver I)3
Web Page Layout with CMS3
OR
Information System Project Management Career Track: Select the following courses (9 units):
Beginning Word Processing (MS Word) (formerly Word Processing)3
Beginning Spreadsheet (MS Excel)3
Project Management I3
OR
Game Design Career Track: Select the following courses (6 units):
Introduction to Computer Game Design3
Introduction to Programming for Computer Games3
Total Units20-23

Outcome 1: Demonstrate proficiency in one or more common Business Software programs.

Outcome 2: Demonstrate an understanding of common computer technology related terms.

Outcome 3: Demonstrate the ability to be effective communicators using common Business communication tools.

Outcome 4: Demonstrate knowledge of common Internet related technologies and software.


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