Mission
The faculty believes that to fully develop the capability of the individual student, we must improve their ability to think creatively, make decisions, solve problems, visualize concepts, and respond to challenging situations in a professional and reasonable manner. The faculty also believes the student's ability to contribute to a group effort and maintain a positive self-concept enhances their chances for success in today's complex environment.
Degree Plan
Associate in Applied Technology
Minimum Credits Required: 73 Semester Credit Hours
Length of Program: 6 Semesters of full-time attendance
General Education Core: 19 Semester Credit Hours
Areas I and II: Written Composition (3-6 hours) and Humanities and Fine Arts (3-6 hours): 7 Semester Credit Hours
ORT100
Orientation
OrientationENG101English Composition I
English Composition IPHL206Ethics and Society
Ethics and SocietyOral Communication Skills are embedded in ENG 101
Area III: Natural Science and Mathematics: 9 Semester Credit Hours
MTH100Intermediate Algebra
Intermediate AlgebraMTH116Mathematical Applications
Mathematical ApplicationsCIS146Microcomputer Applications
Microcomputer ApplicationsArea IV: History, Social and Behavioral Sciences: 3 Semester Credit Hours
PSY200General Psychology
General PsychologyPrimary Technical Concentration: 42 Semester Credit Hours
CIS146Microcomputer Applications
Microcomputer ApplicationsCIS147Advance Microcomputer Applications
Advance Microcomputer ApplicationsCIS149Introduction to Computers
Introduction to ComputersDPT154Network Basics
Network BasicsDPT207Introduction to Web Development
Introduction to Web DevelopmentDPT249Microcomputer Operating Systems
Microcomputer Operating SystemsCIS268Software Support
Software SupportCIS269Hardware Support
Hardware SupportDPT273Introduction to Network Communications
Introduction to Network CommunicationsDPT275Workstations Administration
Workstations AdministrationDPT276Server Administration
Server AdministrationDPT277Network Services Administration
Network Services AdministrationDPT278Directory Services Administration
Directory Services AdministrationDPT279Network Infrastructure Design
Network Infrastructure DesignDPT280Network Security
Network SecurityMajor Electives: 12 Semester Credit Hours
ILT160DC Fundamentals
DC FundamentalsILT161AC Fundamentals
AC FundamentalsILT162Solid State Fundamentals
Solid State FundamentalsILT163Digital Fundamentals
Digital FundamentalsAdmission Requirement
Applicants to this program must complete the application procedures. Additionally, applicants must present official documentation of a high school diploma, in accordance with State Board policy, or GED.
Program Certification
Computer Information Systems (CIS) is a Pearson VE (Virtual University Enterprises) Testing Center which provides on-site, on-demand testing for industry standard Information Technology (IT) certifications and other select professional licensure. CIS currently offers a variety of courses that can lead to industry certifications such as CompTIA’s A+, Network +, and Security +. Classes can also lead to several Microsoft certifications that include Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP), Microsoft Certified System Administrator of Windows Server 2003, and Microsoft Office Specialist.
Computer Information Systems
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