Computer Information Systems (A.A.S.)

Study computer information systems at JCC

Graduates earning the A.A.S. degree in Computer Information Systems (CIS) will gain an understanding of the foundation of the system development life cycle for business-oriented and computer-based information systems. The topics involve the study of systems analysis, systems design, database management, computer and Web programming. Other technical and business areas of study, with an emphasis on database and Web development, will focus on the implementation of information systems in a variety of operational settings.

This program may be completed online.

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Courses

Minimum program credit hours: 60

Program Codes

Degree Option: Associate in Applied Science Degree
Hegis Code: 5103
Curriculum Code: 0581

General Requirements	18 credit hours	Degree Requirements Met

Humanities	6	SUNY	LAS	JCC
ENG 1530: English Composition II	3	BCOM	H	CENG
English Electives (college level)	3		H	CWRT
Social Sciences	6
Social Sciences Electives	6		S	(SR)
Mathematics/Sciences	6
Mathematics Electives (MAT 1590 or higher)	3	MATH	N	CMAT
Mathematics and Sciences Electives	3		N	(SR)

Core Requirements	33 credit hours	Degree Requirements Met

Core Courses	33	LAS	JCC
CSC 1530: Introduction to HTML & CSS	3	N
CSC 1560: Microcomputer Applications I	4
CSC 1570: Programming Concepts/Applications	3	N
CSC 1590: Computer Programming	4	N
CSC 1760: Microcomputer Applications II	3
CSC 2410: Web Programming	3	N
CSC 2450: CIT Capstone	3	N	VEDP
CSC 2540: Introduction to Systems Analysis	3	N
CSC 2660: Database Management	4	N
Business Electives Must be numbered 1500 or higher.	3

Electives	9 credit hours	Degree Requirements Met

Important Points

Some upper level computer science courses are only offered online.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the program, students will be able to:

Design a business solution that includes a Web and Database application.
Solve a basic business problem using an office software package.
Demonstrate the ability to solve a programming problem using an Object Oriented Programming language.

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