Course description
Computer Information Systems allows students to customize their program. This degree provides students with a broad background in applications. Students can tailor this degree to their prospective career.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics says computer support specialists and systems administrators are projected to be among the fastest growing occupations over the next 10 years. Job prospects will be best for college graduates who are up to the date with the latest skills and technologies, certifications and practical experiences.
BUS 1011 BUSINESS ETHICS
A study of contemporary and classical views relating to moral judgments and conduct within the business environments.
BUS 2113 BUSINESS COMMUNICATIONS
Includes effective communication strategy, effective report presentation (both written and oral), effective summarizing skills and analytical reasoning skills. Focuses on the dynamics, qualities, functions and methods of administrative communication; problems and practices of preparing effective material. Prerequisite: ENGL 1113.
CIS 1123 PROGRAMMING FUNDAMENTALS
Designed for both computer science majors and non-majors to give fundamental knowledge of computer programming concepts. Students will learn accepted programming concepts and style. This course involves logic, pseudo-code, flow charts, statement sequencing, conditionalstatements, loop structures and input/output. Prerequisite: Basic computer knowledge.
*CIS 2363 DATABASE DESIGN
Provides students with basic knowledge of database planning, design and implementation. Exercises will take the student through database planning, design and construction, implementation and maintenance. Prerequisite: CIS 1113.
*CIS 2513 PRINCIPLES OF INFORMATION SYSTEMS SECURITY
This course provides the student with a broad review of the field of information systems security, background on many relatedelements and enough detail to facilitate an understanding of the field. It covers terminology of information systems security, the history of thefield and an overview on how to manage an information systems security program. Prerequisites: CIS 1113 or CIS 1103.
*CIS 2703 SYSTEMS ANALYSIS AND DESIGN
Introduction to a methodology for the analysis, design, documentation, implementation and evaluation of computer systems. Included will be topics in techniques for data gathering, file organization and accessing methods. Prerequisites: CIS 1103 or CIS 1113 and three hours of computer applications or programming.
*CIS 2803 COMPUTER SCIENCE PROJECT CAPSTONE
As the capstone course of the Computer Science Program, the student will demonstrate the collected knowledge, skills and techniques acquired in the program courses by working through scenarios. Students will demonstrate problem solving, critical thinking, research techniques and technical writing. Computer ethics and group dynamics will be emphasized to help round out the student’s education.
*CIS 2363 DATABASE DESIGN
Provides students with basic knowledge of database planning, design and implementation. Exercises will take the student through database planning, design and construction, implementation and maintenance. Prerequisite: CIS 1113.
*ITD 2523 LAN FUNDAMENTALS
Course is designed to provide the students with basic knowledge of computer networks. Students will learn the types and methodology of networks. Exercises will involve hands-on use of computer networks. Prerequisite: CIS 1003 or CIS 1113 or CIS 1103.
*TCOM 1523 ELECTRONIC COMMERCE
Understanding e-commerce (electronic commerce) is essential for success in today’s economy. This course explores both sides of business on the Internet, from the viewpoint of the consumer and of a business. Prerequisites: CIS 1103 or CIS 1113. (Same as BUS 1543.)
