The Computer Information Systems A.S. degree prepares students to continue their education in Computer Information Systems or Management Information Systems in a four-year program at a Liberal Arts School or a BA/BS program. The Computer Information Systems program is fully accredited by the Association of Collegiate Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).

The student's educational experience is enhanced by the campus computing facilities. Students receive practical hands-on experience in interactive program development in a networked, client/server programming environment. Current languages taught are C++ and Visual Basic. Students also learn to use the latest software packages for spreadsheets, graphics, database, communications, and multimedia development. Full and free Internet access is available using popular Web browsers.

Career Opportunities

Primarily a transfer program to four-year BS or BA degree programs.

Typical Semester Load

Students in the Computer Information Systems A.S. program must complete 64 credit hours of coursework. This equates to a typical semester load of 15-18 credits.

Admission Requirements

Required:

• Minimum High School average in the C to C+ range
• High School Diploma
• 2 units of Regents level math,
• 1 unit of defined Science

Desirable:

• 1 additional unit each of defined Regents level math and science