Computer Information Systems, Associate of Applied Science
Program Description
The Computer Information Systems (CIS) program is designed to prepare students for employment in the computer area, while developing general problem-solving and troubleshooting skills that can be applied to networking, server, computer, web, and business programming environments.
Program Outcomes
Students who successfully complete the Associate of Applied Science in Computer Information Systems will:
- Develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills by working with hardware, networks, and software through programming logic and hands-on lab assignments.
- Install and configure various operating systems.
- Use Microsoft Office applications to solve common business problems.
- Demonstrate the skills necessary for entry or mid-level employment in the Computer Information Systems field.
Career Considerations
The CIS program is designed to prepare students for employment in (or for a job path leading to) any one of several career opportunities as listed by the Oregon Department of Labor. The Network and Computer Systems Administrators, Computer Support Specialist, Computer Operator, Computer and Information Systems Manager, Computer Programmer, Network Administrator, Network Systems and Communications Analyst, Internet Service Technician, and Database Administrator are among those targeted job paths or job market careers.
Program Course Requirements
| First Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| First Term | Credits | |
| CIS 120 | Intro to Digital Literacy | 4 |
| CIS 122 | Orientation to Programming | 4 |
| CIS 140M | Intro to MS Operating Systems | 4 |
| MTH 110 | Foundations for Precalculus (or higher) | 4 |
| Credits | 16 | |
| Second Term | ||
| CIS 133CS | Intro to Programming I | 4 |
| CIS 240M | Windows Server Admin I | 4 |
| PSY 101 | Psychology of Human Relations | 3 |
| WR 121Z | Composition I 1 | 4 |
| Credits | 15 | |
| Third Term | ||
| CIS 151C | Introduction to Networks | 4 |
| CIS 233CS | Intro to Programming II | 4 |
| CIS 275 | Intro to Database Mgmt Sys I | 4 |
| CIS 279M | Windows Server Admin II | 4 |
| Credits | 16 | |
| Second Year | ||
| First Term | ||
| CIS 152C | Switch Rout Wireless Ess | 4 |
| CIS 195 | Authoring for the Web I | 4 |
| CIS 276 | Intro to Database Mgmt Sys II | 4 |
| CIS 288M | Windows Server Admin III | 4 |
| Credits | 16 | |
| Second Term | ||
| CIS 153C | Ent Netwrk Security Automation | 4 |
| CIS 284 | Network Security Fundamentals | 4 |
| CIS 295 | Authoring for the Web II | 4 |
| WR 122Z | Composition II 3 | 4 |
| Credits | 16 | |
| Third Term | ||
| CIS 280 | CWE-CIS 2 | 2 |
| COM 218Z or COM 111Z |
Interpersonal Communication or Public Speaking |
4 |
| HPE 295 | Wellness-Hlth Assess 3 | 3 |
| WR 227Z | Technical Writing 3 | 4 |
| Credits | 13 | |
| Total Minimum Credits | 92 | |
- 1
A grade of "C" or better must be attained in the courses indicated.
- 2
CIS 280 can be taken during the summer if needed.
- 3
Any approved elective can be taken (9 credits). See advisor for list of course options.
Advising Notes
- Self placement into MTH 104 (MTH 65) or higher and WR 115 or higher are required for entry into the CIS program.