Computer Information Systems
Program Chair
Kale Rudolph
Administration Bldg
(479) 508-3323
brudolph@atu.edu
With the growing importance of computers in the workplace and the emphasis on more sophisticated technologies, qualified
computer technicians are in high demand. This program is designed to provide individuals with the knowledge and skills needed to
become network administrators. Training includes microcomputer operating systems, basic networking skills, computer repair and
troubleshooting skills, and Internet knowledge. This program of study prepares students to sit for the A+ Certification exam.
Computer
Information
Systems
Curriculum in Computer Information Systems Technical Certificate
Course Number
Fall
BUS 1023
MATH 0803
BUS 1303
or
COMS 1003
or
COMS 2003
CIS 1113
CIS 1153
CIS 1213
Spring
BUS 1003
ENGL 0303
ENGL 1013
CIS 1103
CIS 1253
CIS 1243
CIS 1303
Course Name
Business Mathematics
or
Beginning Algebra (or higher math)
Introduction to Computers
or
Microcomputer Applications
or
Introduction to Computer Based Systems
Fundamentals of Computer Operation
Networking I
Operating Systems
Total
Business English
or
Foundational Composition
or
Compositioin I
Programming I
Networking II
HTML
PC Maintenance I
Total
Semester Hours
3
3
3
3
3
15
3
3
3
3
3
15
Summer I
Approved Elective Credit
Total
6
6
Approved electives include (but are not limited to): BUS 2153 Database Management, any additional CIS course, any ICS course.
Electives must be approved by the program director.
Curriculum in Computer Information Systems Associate of Applied Science Degree in General
Technology
Course Number
Fall
MATH 0903
BUS 1303
CIS 1113
CIS 1153
CIS 1213
Spring
ENGL 1013
CIS 1103
CIS 1253
CIS 1243
CIS 1303
Course Name
Semester Hours
Intermediate Algebra (or higher math)
Introduction to Computers
Fundamentals of Computer Operation
Networking I
Operating Systems
Total
3
3
3
3
3
15
Composition I
Programming I
Networking II
HTML
PC Maintenance I
Total
3
3
3
3
3
15
Approved Elective Credit
Total
6
6
Composition II
Web Page Design
Programming II
Approved Elective
Total
3
3
3
3
12
Any Approved Social Science
Help Desk Support
Programming in C++
Systems Analysis and Design
Total
3
3
3
3
12
Summer I
Fall
ENGL 1023
CIS 2133
CIS 1203
Spring
CIS 2143
CIS 2153
CIS 1233
Approved electives include (but are not limited to): BUS 2153 Database Management, any additional CIS course, any ICS course.
Electives must be approved by the program director.
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