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6/1/2023 5:48:24 PM
Computer Information Systems, Associate in Applied Science
Total Program Credits: 60-62
The Computer Information Systems concentrations are designed to provide students with the skills necessary to obtain a position in the specialties of networking, database design, game development and programming, and Linux system management.
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the Associate in Applied Science Degree in Computer Information Systems program, the graduate will be able to:
- demonstrate technical literacy in computer information systems concepts;
- apply programming and logic skills to solving problems;
- utilize web technologies effectively;
- use productivity software effectively; and
- present conclusions effectively, orally and in writing.
(Summer 2023)
Placement Measures
Program Map for Students
| CIS 101 ◊ Computer Systems & Business Applications | Core Course | 3 |
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| CIS 102 Professional Information Technology and Computer Science | Core Course | 3 |
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| CIS 121 ◊ Introduction to Programming | Core Course | 3 |
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| CIS 108 Introduction to Python | Core Course | 3 |
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| CIS 174 ◊ Administering Windows Server | Core Course | 3 |
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| CIS 177 ◊ Introduction to Linux | Core Course | 3 |
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| RHT 101 ◊ # English Rhetoric & Composition I | Communications Gen-ed | 3 |
| Take Credits Humanities | Humanities Gen-ed | 3 |
| Total Semester Credits: | 15 |
| Meet with your Academic Advisor to create an academic plan.
Explore transfer institutions and admissions requirements by attending transfer events (if intending to transfer). |
Note: Grade of “C” or higher is an IAI requirement for RHT 101◊ and RHT 102◊.
| CIS 150 ◊ # Computer Systems Applications | Core Course | 3 |
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| CIS 210 ◊ # Data Communications & Networking Fundamentals | Core Course | 3 |
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| CIS 216 # Introduction to Networks CCNA | Core Course | 3 |
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| CIS 278 ◊ # Database Management Systems | Core Course | 3 |
| Take Selection from Concentration | Core Course | 6 |
| Total Semester Credits: | 15 |
| Meet with your Academic Advisor to update your academic (and transfer plan, if intending to transfer).
If intending to transfer, create a Transferology account to explore how coursework transfers and attend a Transfer 101 Workshop. |
Note: Students choosing the CCNA concentration must take CIS 216.
| CIS 125 ◊ # Discrete Mathematics for Computing | Core Course | 4 |
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| MAT 110 ◊ # College Algebra | Core Course | 3 |
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| MAT 111 ◊ # Pre-Calculus | Core Course | 5 |
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| MAT 114 ◊ # Plane Trigonometry | Core Course | 3 |
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| CIS 277 ◊ # Command Processing and Scripting | Core Course | 3 |
| SPE 101 ◊ # Principles of Effective Speaking | Communications Gen-ed | 3 |
| Take Selection from Concentration | Core Course | 6 |
| Total Semester Credits: | 15-17 |
| Meet with your Academic Advisor to update your academic (and transfer plan, if intending to transfer).
Attend a Ready to Apply Workshop. (Minus the GECC Credential) |
| Take Credits Social and Behavioral Science | Social and Behavioral Science Gen-ed | 3 |
| Take Selection from Concentration | Core Course | 12 |
| Total Semester Credits: | 15 |
| Meet with your Academic Advisor to finalize your transfer plan and apply to your transfer institution(s) if intending to transfer.
Submit graduation petition by deadline (check for the specific date in catalog or syllabi.) |
Choose from ONE of the following concentrations (24 credit hours):
| CIS 262 ◊ # Oracle DBMS Development | Core Course | 3 |
| CIS 275 ◊ # Project Management for Small-Business Systems | Core Course | 3 |
| CIS 280 ◊ # Business Systems Analysis & Design | Core Course | 3 |
| Choose any CIS courses | Core Course | 15 |
(Select courses that meet the requirements of your transfer college.)
| CIS 103 # Android Application Development | Core Course | 3 |
| CIS 253 ◊ # Visual Basic .NET | Core Course | 3 |
| CIS 255 ◊ # C++ Programming | Core Course | 3 |
| CIS 263 ◊ # Introduction to Object Oriented Programming | Core Course | 3 |
| CIS 264 ◊ # C# Programming | Core Course | 3 |
| CIS 295 ◊ # Data Structures With C++ | Core Course | 3 |
| Choose any CIS courses | Core Course | 6 |
(Select courses that meet the requirements of your transfer college.)
| CIS 177 ◊ Introduction to Linux | Core Course | 3 |
| CIS 179 ◊ # Linux System Administration | Core Course | 3 |
| Choose any CIS courses | Core Course | 18 |
(Select courses that meet the requirements of your transfer college.)
| CIS 217 # Switching, Routing, Wireless Essentials CCNA | Core Course | 3 |
| CIS 218 # Enterprise Networking, Security, Automation CCNA | Core Course | 3 |
| Choose any CIS courses | Core Course | 18 |
Note: CIS 216 Introduction to Networks CCNA required course taken in Semester Two.
(Select courses that meet the requirements of your transfer college.)
See Associate in Applied Science Graduation Requirements by discipline: http://triton.smartcatalogiq.com/sitecore/content/2022-2023/Triton-College-Catalog/Applied-Science-Programs/Associate-in-Applied-Science-Degree-Requirements
See CIS course descriptions.
Chairperson: Michael Henson, Ext. 3354
KEY
(AAS/CERT) |
| General Education |
Communications, Fine Arts, Humanities, Life Science, Mathematics, Physical Science, Social and Behavioral Science (see individual degree requirements). |
| Core Course |
Course(s) listed in a semester the student is required to take. |
| Program Elective |
Course(s) that faculty recommend and are listed in the ‘Program Electives’ section (if any) for this program. |
If intending to transfer, choose courses accepted by your transfer institution. |
| General Elective |
Course(s) chosen by the student, if needed, above and beyond core courses and program electives (if any), to complete the Program Total Credits. |
| ◊ symbol |
This course is articulated. (course transfers to 3 or more Illinois State schools, as an elective or equal course-to-course) |
| # symbol |
This course has a prerequisite. (course(s) student takes prior to taking this course) |