This program provides a basic foundation of knowledge in the computing area and the ability to apply computer theory to business applications especially in the area of cyber defense. Graduates find employment in organizations ranging from small firms to large corporations as computing technicians, security analysts, providers of help desk services and software trainers.

Associate degree students must earn a 2.00 grade point average in all business courses. Information Assurance and Cyber Defense associate degree students must earn a minimum grade of “C-” in each CS/CIS/IS course applying to their associate degree.

For department information or additional degree requirements, go to the Business, College of department page.

For related information from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, http://www.bls.gov/ooh/computer-and-information-technology/computer-support-spe…

Total Credits Required 60
General Education20
EN 111 College Composition I [EFFC] 4
EN 211 College Composition II [EFFC] 4
MA 109 Introduction to Probability and Statistics [QUAR] 4
MA 113 Finite Mathematics [QUAR] 4
General Education Elective*4
Required Courses in Major24
Computer Information Systems Core20
CIS 100 Computer Concepts in Modern Society 4
CIS 155 Software Development I or4
     CS 120 Computer Science I (4 cr.) [QUAR]
CIS 222 Quantitative Business Problem Solving 4
CIS 226 Introduction to Networks and Security 4
CIS 250 Systems Analysis and Design 4
Business Electives4
Choose 4 credits from College of Business courses 100-299 not otherwise required.
College of Business Electives4
Other Required Courses12
ACT 230 Principles of Accounting I 4
ACT 240 Principles of Accounting II 4
SP 100 Public Address [EFFC] or4
     SP 110 Interpersonal Communication (4 cr.) [INTT] or
     SP 120 Small Group Process (4 cr.)
General Electives4
Recommended Courses:
CS 101 Web Site Construction (4 cr.) [INTT]
EC 201 Microeconomic Principles (4 cr.) **
EC 202 Macroeconomic Principles (4 cr.) **

*General Education electives must be taken outside the College of Business.

**If transfering to a CIS bachelor of science degree program after associate graduation, EC 201 and EC 202 should be taken as electives.