Computer & Information Systems - Associate of Applied Science (AAS)
The Computer and Information Systems Associate of Applied Science is structured around a core curriculum and specialized options, allowing students to tailor their education to their career interests. The core curriculum provides a strong foundation in essential areas such as computer concepts, software applications, operating systems, networking, database management, computer maintenance, internet technologies, mathematics, communication skills, and human relations. This comprehensive approach ensures that students gain the technical and interpersonal skills needed to thrive in the IT industry.
Courses
- BA 214 — Business Communications (4 Credits)
- CIS 010 — Computer Keyboarding (1 Credit)
- CIS 070 — Introduction to Computers: Windows (2 Credits)
- CIS 101 — Information Technology Orientation (3 Credits)
- CIS 120AI — Essentials of Artificial Intelligence (4 Credits)
- CIS 122 — Introduction to Programming (4 Credits)
- CIS 124 — Tech+ (4 Credits)
- CIS 131 — Software Applications (4 Credits)
- CIS 135DB — Database Theory/SQL (4 Credits)
- CIS 140 — A+ Essentials I (4 Credits)
- CIS 145 — A+ Essentials II (4 Credits)
- CIS 179 — Networking Essentials (4 Credits)
- CIS 179L — Linux Essentials (4 Credits)
- CIS 183C — Introduction to Cybersecurity (4 Credits)
- CIS 244 — Information Systems Analysis (4 Credits)
- CIS 297 — CIS Professional Capstone (4 Credits)
- COMM 111Z — Public Speaking (4 Credits)
- COMM 218Z — Interpersonal Communication (4 Credits)
- COMM 219 — Small Group Communication (4 Credits)
- MTH 060 — Beginning Algebra (4 Credits)
- MTH 102 — Applied Technical Mathematics (4 Credits)
- WR 065 — Rhetoric and Critical Thinking II (4 Credits)
- WR 121Z — Composition I (4 Credits)
- WR 227Z — Technical Writing (4 Credits)