Computer Information Systems - AS (2002)

Division: Mathematics, Engineering Technologies and Computer Science (METCS) Division

General Education Requirements (32 Credits)
Written & Oral Communication (6)
ENG 101College Composition I3
ENG 102College Composition II3
Quantitative/Scientific Knowledge, Skills & Reasoning (14)
MTH 113College Algebra with Trig4
MTH 114Unified Calculus I3
MTH 136Discrete Mathematics3
Select one of the following:4
BIO 101, BIO 102, BIO 103, BIO 104, BIO 116, BIO 121, BIO 122, BIO 211, BIO 220, BIO 237,
CHM 101, CHM 102, CHM 103, CHM 104,
PHY 101, PHY 102, PHY 103, PHY 104, PHY 113, PHY 114
Society & Human Behavior (6)
Select two of the following:6
ANT 101, ANT 105, ECO 101, ECO 102, POL 104, PSY 101, PSY 102, PSY 219, SOC 101, SOC 108, SOC 219
Humanistic Perspective (3)
Select any English Literature course3
or Select one of the following courses:
Historical Perspective (3)
Select any History (HST) course3
Major Requirements (25 Credits)
CIS 212Systems Analysis and Design3
CIS 215Data Communications3
CSC 121Computer Science I3
CSC 122Computer Science II3
CSC 225Data Structures3
CSC 223Ethics and Computer Technology3
CSC 221Computer Sys and Architecture3
CSC 228Operating Systems4
or CSC 231 Database Design
Additional Course Requirements (3 Credits)
CIS 131Micro Computers in Business3
Total Credits60
  •  If you do not place into MTH 113 College Algebra with Trig the prerequisite is MTH 100 Intro. to College Mathematics. Math Placement is determined by the Mathematics Department. This course should be taken in high school or the summer before your first semester at ECC.

Notes:

  1. For an explanation of why General Education courses are included in this Program, please refer to the Section on General Education for an explanation of its Purpose and Requirements. 
  2. This plan assumes the student is eligible to enroll in College Level Courses (designated as 100 +, e.g., ENG 101 College Composition I, HST 101 World Civilization I, MTH 100 Intro. to College Mathematics).  Placement results will determine College Level Readiness in English and Mathematics.  

Computer Information Systems

Curriculum Code: 2002

Comp Info Sys

Will Earn Upon Completion: Associate in Science (A.S.) Degree


Why major in Computer Information Systems?

Program prepares for careers in management or other positions in information technology as well as for transfer. Typical entry-level positions include Technical Support Specialist, Network Technician, Database Application Specialist, PC Technician, and Helpdesk Technician.

If I major in Computer Information Systems can I transfer to an upper-division college or university?

Curriculum prepares for transfer to upper-division colleges and universities. Consult catalog where you plan to transfer to, to select courses toward your baccalaureate.

Are there any requirements I must satisfy before I start taking courses in my major?

Based on placement testing, you may be required to take developmental courses in English and/or Mathematics before taking courses in your major.

How long will it take me to complete this degree?

If you do not need developmental courses and you register for an average of 15 credits each semester, this degree can be completed in two years, which may be shortened by taking summer courses.

Where should I direct specific questions?

Contact the Division (973) 877-3302.

Upon completion of this program, graduates will be able to:

  • Design applications in object-oriented language using dynamic and static data structures;
  • Design and implement relational database with supporting applications;
  • Demonstrate multi-user database processing in LANs in client-server systems;
  • Apply business organization and management concepts to information technology environments; and
  • Demonstrate understandings of principles of financial accounting for inventories receivables, assets, liabilities, internal control, and corporate entities; and
  • Apply ethical reasoning in the technology environment.