Computer Information Systems Major - 56-57 Hours
2007 - 2009 Catalog
Students who major in Computer Information Systems will be prepared to play a key role in specifying, designing, and implementing information systems within large and small organizations.
Students completing this program will be able to function competently at an entry level information systems position as well as enter an advanced course of study in the information systems field. Since information systems are an integral part of organizations and business systems, introductory courses in the disciplines of accounting, management, and economics are included in this course of study. Information systems professionals must be able to perform quantitative analysis and communicate in quantitative terms. Thus supporting courses in mathematics and statistics are also required and recommended
Required CIS/CmSc Courses:
- Core sequence (20 credits)
- CmSc 150 Fundamentals of Computing I (4)
- CmSc 155 Fundamentals of Computing II (4)
- CmSc 180 Discrete Mathematics (3)
- CmSc 220 The Social Context of Computing (3)
- CmSc 265 Computer Organization (3)
- Capstone Course (3)
Required CIS/CmSc Courses: (9)
- CIS 255 Introduction to Database Systems
- CIS 355 Advanced Database Systems
- CmSc 375 Software Engineering
CIS/CmSc Electives: (12-13)
- Any 4 CIS (260 or higher) or CmSc (250 or higher) courses not used above, at least one of which must be at the 300 level
Required Supporting Courses (22 credits):
- Acct 251 Principles of Accounting I (3)
- Acct 252 Principles of Accounting II (3)
- Econ 102 Microeconomic Principles (3)
- Math 201 Elementary Statistics (3)
- Magt 131 Management Concepts (3)
NOTE: Math 140 Elements of Calculus or Math 151 Calculus I is recommended for all students, particularly for those students who anticipate pursuing an advanced degree in information systems or business.
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