Computer Information Systems — Information Technology

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Program Duration: 2 Year Program
Degree Type: Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.)
Total Credit Hours: 60

About This Program

Our Computer Information Systems – Information Technology program will teach you the skills you need to diagnose and fix computer hardware and software issues. You will learn how to communicate and analyze information related to information systems; design, install and maintain computer operating systems, hardware and software; create and implement databases; and solve programming problems. The skills you will learn will also prepare you for specialized certifications, such as Microsoft Office Specialist, Certified Internet Webmaster and Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator.

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Semester 1

Must earn a grade of "C" or better in all courses

Course Number and Name	Credits	Advisory Notes	Course Type
CIS 103 - Introduction to Information Technology	3 credits	CIS 103 is prerequisite for CIS 205 and elective course CIS 130.	Fulfills Technological Competency requirement
ENGL 101 - English Composition I or ENGL 101H - English Composition I (Honors)	3 credits		Fulfills Writing, Research, Info Lit 1 requirement
CIS 105 - Computer Systems Maintenance	3 credits	Critical course: CIS 105 is prerequisite for many other CIS courses and must be taken in the first two semesters	Major Course
FNMT 118 - Intermediate Algebra or higher	3 credits		Fulfills Quantitative Reasoning requirement

Notes:

This program is designed to provide students with the option of entering the workforce or transferring to a bachelor's degree program after earning their associate's degree
Follow this course schedule each semester and you'll earn your associate degree in two years
Make sure you discuss your first semester schedule and your educational plan with an advisor or counselor when you register.

Semester 2

Must earn a grade of "C" or better in all courses

Course Number and Name	Credits	Advisory Notes	Course Type
MATH 121 - Computer Mathematics and Logic or ELEC 130 - Digital Electronics or MATH 163 - Discrete Mathematics	3 or 4 credits	For MATH 163 a Prerequisite of MATH 161 with a grade of "C" or better or MATH 162 or higher	Mathematics
ENGL 102 - The Research Paper or ENGL 102H - The Research Paper (Honors)	3 credits		Fulfills Writing, Research, Info Lit 2 requirement
ENGL 115 - Public Speaking (preferred) or ENGL 117 - Group and Team Communication	3 credits		Fulfills Oral Communication/Creative Expression requirement
CIS 150 - Network Technology	4 credits	CIS 150 is a critical course as it is a prerequisite for many other CIS courses and must be taken in the first two semesters. CIS 150 is a prerequisite for elective courses CIS 252 and CIS 256	Major Course
CIS 106 - Introduction to Computer Programming	4 credits	CIS 106 is a critical course for students who wish to pursue a career in software development/computer programming.	Major Course

Notes:

Don't forget to meet with an advisor and review this schedule when registering for your classes
Start planning for transfer:
- Did you know our dual admissions partnerships include scholarship opportunities?
- Learn more about our transfer agreements and use our interactive search tool for your program’s transfer options
Make sure you are using Starfish Connect to track and improve your grades
Stay on the path to success: take advantage of academic support services offered by Counseling the Learning Labs, Academic Advising and more
Now is a good time to start financial planning for next semester:
- Manage your financial aid
- Take advantage of our payment plans and know the payment deadlines
- Apply for a scholarship— You only have to complete one application to be considered for all available scholarships

Semester 3

Must earn a grade of "C" or better in all courses. Students must receive approval to register for more than 18 credits during a fall or spring semester. Please see an advisor for assistance.

^* See the college catalog for complete list of concentration courses.

Course Number and Name	Credits	Advisory Notes	Course Type
SOC 101 - Introduction to Sociology or SOC 101H - Introduction to Sociology (Honors) or HIST 121 - Global History I or HIST 122 - Global History II or ANTH 112 - Cultural Anthropology or SOC 115 - Gender and Society		Prerequisite for SOC 115: ENGL 101 with a grade of "C" or better	Fulfills Cultural Analysis & Interpretation requirement
CIS 205 - Database Management Systems	4 credits	CIS 205 is a prerequisite for CIS 270	Major Course
CIS or CSCI Concentration Course 1^*	3 or 4 credits	Students must receive approval to register for more than 18 credits during a fall or spring semester. Please see an advisor for assistance.	Concentration Elective
CIS or CSCI Concentration Course 2^*	3 or 4 credits		Concentration Elective
CIS or CSCI Concentration Course 3^*	3 or 4 credits		Concentration Elective

Notes:

Meet with an advisor and review this schedule when registering for your classes
Make sure you are using Starfish Connect to track and improve your grades
Stay on the path to success: take advantage of academic support services offered by Counseling the Learning Labs, Academic Advising and more
Start financial planning for next semester:
- Manage your financial aid
- Take advantage of our payment plans and know the payment deadlines
- Apply for a scholarship—You only have to complete one application to be considered for all available scholarships

Semester 4

Must earn a grade of "C" or better in all courses

* See the college catalog for complete list of concentration courses.

Course Number and Name	Credits	Advisory Notes	Course Type
CIS 270 - Systems Analysis and Design	4 credits	For CIS 270: CIS 205 is a prerequisite	Major Course
CIS or CSCI Concentration Course 4*	3/4 credits		Concentration Elective
CIS or CSCI Concentration Course 5*	3/4 credits	(if necessary to reach the minimum of 15 credits of CIS or CSCI electives)	Concentration Elective
PHYS 111 - General Physics I (preferred) PHYS 105 - Survey of Physics	4 credits	Prerequisite for PHYS 111: MATH 162 or MATH 171	Fulfills Scientific Reasoning requirement

Notes:

Congratulations, this is your final semester! Don’t forget to complete your graduation application.
Meet with an advisor when registering for your classes
Finalize your transfer plans:
- Meet with a counselor at your selected dual admissions transfer college
- Meet with one of our College’s counselors or an advisor to review transfer requirements
Take advantage of our scholarship opportunities for transferring students and apply for a scholarship
Visit Career Connections to learn about internships and your future career possibilities

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Computer Systems Analyst est. salary $108,641*
Information Technology Project Manager est. salary $92,275*
Data Warehousing Specialist est. salary $107,562

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**EMSI Data, 2022; The greater Philadelphia region; a percentage of people in these jobs may have a bachelor's degree or higher.

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Computer User Support Specialists

Provide technical assistance to computer users. Answer questions or resolve computer problems for clients in person, or via telephone or electronically. May provide assistance concerning the use of computer hardware and software, including

Starting Pay: $36,975

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Typical Tasks

Oversee the daily performance of computer systems.
Answer user inquiries regarding computer software or hardware operation to resolve problems.
Enter commands and observe system functioning to verify correct operations and detect errors.
Set up equipment for employee use, performing or ensuring proper installation of cables, operating systems, or appropriate software.
Install and perform minor repairs to hardware, software, or peripheral equipment, following design or installation specifications.

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