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4/8/2024 4:13:26 PM
Computer Science (Information Systems), Associate in Science
Total Program Credits: 60-70
Students intending to major in Computer Science with a business emphasis in Information Systems will need a background in Mathematics and information systems. Baccalaureates in Information Systems generally find employment as programmers, systems analysts, operations research, database management or system administrators.
Students should note that four-year colleges and universities vary in specific course and transfer requirements. Therefore, it is important that in selecting Triton courses, students should consult a Triton counselor, as well as the catalog and/or admissions advisor at the senior institution to which transfer is intended.
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the Associate in Science Degree (Computer Science/Information Systems) emphasis, the graduate will be able to:
- Demonstrate technical literacy in computer information systems concepts.
- Apply programming and logic skills to solving problems.
- Apply the mathematics commonly used in computer programming.
- Develop software applications in multiple programming languages.
- Present conclusions effectively, orally and in writing.
(Reviewed Fall 2023)
Placement Measures
Program Map for Students
| RHT 101 ◊ # English Rhetoric & Composition I | Communications Gen-ed | 3 |
| Take Credits Life Science | Life Science Gen-ed | 3-4 |
| Take Credits Physical Science | Physical Science Gen-ed | 3-5 |
| Take Credits Social and Behavioral Science | Social and Behavioral Science Gen-ed | 3 |
| Take Credits Program Electives | Program Elective | 3 |
| Total Semester Credits: | 15-18 |
Meet with your Academic Advisor to create an academic plan.
Explore transfer institutions and admissions requirements by attending transfer events. |
Note: Grade of “C” or higher is an IAI requirement for RHT 101◊ and RHT 102◊.
| RHT 102 ◊ # English Rhetoric and Composition II | Communications Gen-ed | 3 |
| Take Credits Mathematics | Mathematics Gen-ed | 3-5 |
| Take Credits Physical Science | Physical Science Gen-ed | 3-4 |
| Take Credits Program Electives | Program Elective | 6 |
| Total Semester Credits: | 15-18 |
Meet with your Academic Advisor to update your academic and transfer plan.
Create a Transferology account to explore how coursework transfers. Attend a Transfer 101 Workshop. |
Note: Grade of “C” or higher is an IAI requirement for RHT 101◊ and RHT 102◊.
| SPE 101 ◊ # Principles of Effective Speaking | Communications Gen-ed | 3 |
| Take Credits Humanities | Humanities Gen-ed | 3 |
| Take Credits Mathematics | Mathematics Gen-ed | 3-5 |
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| Take Credits Program Electives | Program Elective | 6 |
| OR | | |
| Take Credits General Electives | General Elective | 6 |
| Total Semester Credits: | 15-17 |
Meet with your Academic Advisor to update your academic and transfer plan.
Attend a Ready to Apply Workshop.
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| Take Credits Fine Arts | Fine Arts Gen-ed | 3 |
| Take Credits Social and Behavioral Science | Social and Behavioral Science Gen-ed | 3 |
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| Take Credits Physical Science | Physical Science Gen-ed | 4-5 |
| OR | | |
| Take Credits Life Science | Life Science Gen-ed | 4-5 |
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| Take Credits Program Electives | Program Elective | 6 |
| OR | | |
| Take Credits General Electives | General Elective | 6 |
| Total Semester Credits: | 16-17 |
Meet with your Academic Advisor to finalize your transfer plan.
Submit graduation petition by deadline (check for the specific date in catalog or syllabi.)
Apply to your transfer institution(s). GECC Note: Take one additional Humanities or Fine Arts and one additional Social and Behavioral Science course, to be eligible for the General Education Core Curriculum (GECC) Credential. |
GECC Note: Take one additional Humanities or Fine Arts and one additional Social and Behavioral Science course, to be eligible for the General Education Core Curriculum (GECC) Credential.
| CIS 101 ◊ Computer Systems & Business Applications | Core Course | 3 |
| CIS 102 Professional Information Technology and Computer Science | Core Course | 3 |
| CIS 121 ◊ Introduction to Programming | Core Course | 3 |
| CIS 125 ◊ # Discrete Mathematics for Computing | Core Course | 4 |
| CIS 210 ◊ # Data Communications & Networking Fundamentals | Core Course | 3 |
| CIS 255 ◊ # C++ Programming | Core Course | 3 |
| CIS 263 ◊ # Introduction to Object Oriented Programming | Core Course | 3 |
| CIS 265 ◊ # Computer Architecture and Assembly Language | Core Course | 4 |
| CIS 278 ◊ # Database Management Systems | Core Course | 3 |
| CIS 295 ◊ # Data Structures With C++ | Core Course | 3 |
(Select courses that meet the BS requirements of your transfer college. Foreign Language encouraged if transferring.)
See Associate in Science Graduation Requirements: https://triton.smartcatalogiq.com/2023-2024/triton-college-catalog/arts-and-sciences-programs/associate-in-science/associate-in-science-degree-requirements/
See CIS course descriptions
Chairperson: TBA, Ext. 3395; email: TBA
KEY
(AA/AS/AGS/GECC) |
| General Education |
Communications, Fine Arts, Humanities, Life Science, Mathematics, Physical Science, Social and Behavioral Science (see individual degree requirements). |
| Core Course |
Course(s) that faculty recommend and are listed in a semester for this program. |
| 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. |
| Elective (general) |
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) |