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8/22/2024 2:46:46 PM

Computer Information Systems, Associate in Applied Science

Pathway:

Computer Information Systems

Certificate Type:

Associate in Applied Science

Curriculum Code:

CIS.CIS.AAS (C207A)

Total Program Credits: 60-62

The Computer Information Systems concentrations are designed to provide students with the skills necessary to obtain a position in the specialties of networking, database design, game development and programming, and Linux system management.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the Associate in Applied Science Degree in Computer Information Systems program, the graduate will be able to:

  1. Demonstrate technical literacy in computer information systems concepts.
  2. Apply programming and logic skills to solving problems.
  3. Utilize web technologies effectively.
  4. Use productivity software effectively.
  5. Present conclusions effectively, orally and in writing.

(Reviewed Summer 2023)

Placement Measures

Program Map for Students

Semester One: Fall

CourseCategoryCredits
CIS 101 Computer Systems & Business Applications

Core Course

3

OR
CIS 102 Professional Information Technology and Computer Science

Core Course

3

 
CIS 108 Introduction to Python

Core Course

3

OR
CIS 121 Introduction to Programming

Core Course

3

 
CIS 174 Administering Windows Server

Core Course

3

OR
CIS 177 Introduction to Linux

Core Course

3

 
RHT 101 # English Rhetoric & Composition I

Communications Gen-ed

3

Take Credits Humanities

Humanities Gen-ed

3

Total Semester Credits:15
Next StepsMeet with your Academic Advisor to create an academic plan. Explore transfer institutions and admissions requirements by attending transfer events (if intending to transfer).

Note: Grade of “C” or higher is an IAI requirement for RHT 101 and RHT 102.

Semester Two: Spring

CourseCategoryCredits
CIS 150 # Computer Systems Applications

Core Course

3

 
CIS 210 # Data Communications & Networking Fundamentals

Core Course

3

OR
CIS 216 # Introduction to Networks CCNA

Core Course

3

 
CIS 278 # Database Management Systems

Core Course

3

Take Selection from Concentration

Core Course

6

Total Semester Credits:15
Next StepsMeet with your Academic Advisor to update your academic (and transfer plan, if intending to transfer). If intending to transfer, create a Transferology account to explore how coursework transfers and attend a Transfer 101 Workshop.

Note: Students choosing the CCNA concentration must take CIS 216.

Semester Three: Fall

CourseCategoryCredits
CIS 125 # Discrete Mathematics for Computing

Core Course

4

OR
MAT 110 # College Algebra

Core Course

3

OR
MAT 111 # Pre-Calculus

Core Course

5

OR
MAT 114 # Plane Trigonometry

Core Course

3

 
CIS 277 # Command Processing and Scripting

Core Course

3

SPE 101 # Principles of Effective Speaking

Communications Gen-ed

3

Take Selection from Concentration

Core Course

6

Total Semester Credits:15-17
Next StepsMeet with your Academic Advisor to update your academic (and transfer plan, if intending to transfer). Attend a Ready to Apply Workshop. (Minus the GECC Credential)

Notes: CIS 125◊, MAT 110◊, MAT 111◊, MAT 114◊: Meets the Mathematics and/or Science general education requirement.

Grade of ‘C’ or high is an IAI requirement for RHT 101 and RHT 102. Students must complete RHT 101, with SPE 101, or RHT 101 with RHT 102. Students intending to transfer are encouraged to complete all three courses: RHT 101, RHT 102 and SPE 101 to meet university requirements.

Semester Four: Spring

CourseCategoryCredits
Take Credits Social and Behavioral Science

Social and Behavioral Science Gen-ed

3

Take Selection from Concentration

Core Course

12

Total Semester Credits:15
Next StepsMeet with your Academic Advisor to finalize your transfer plan and apply to your transfer institution(s) if intending to transfer. Submit graduation petition by deadline (check for the specific date in catalog or syllabi.)
Choose from ONE of the following concentrations (24 credit hours):

CCNA Concentration (CIS.CNA.AAS)

CourseCategoryCredits
CIS 217 # Switching, Routing, Wireless Essentials CCNA

Core Course

3

CIS 218 # Enterprise Networking, Security, Automation CCNA

Core Course

3

Choose any CIS courses

Core Course

18

(Select courses that meet the requirements of your transfer college.)

Database Design Concentration (CIS.DDE.AAS)

CourseCategoryCredits
CIS 262 # Oracle DBMS Development

Core Course

3

CIS 275 # Project Management for Small-Business Systems

Core Course

3

CIS 280 # Business Systems Analysis & Design

Core Course

3

Choose any CIS courses

Core Course

15

(Select courses that meet the requirements of your transfer college.)

Game and Program Development (CIS.GPR.AAS)

CourseCategoryCredits
CIS 103 # Android Application Development

Core Course

3

CIS 253 # Visual Basic .NET

Core Course

3

CIS 255 # C++ Programming

Core Course

3

CIS 263 # Introduction to Object Oriented Programming

Core Course

3

CIS 264 # C# Programming

Core Course

3

CIS 295 # Data Structures With C++

Core Course

3

Choose any CIS courses

Core Course

6

(Select courses that meet the requirements of your transfer college.)

Linux Professional Concentration (CIS.LNX.AAS)

CourseCategoryCredits
CIS 177 Introduction to Linux

Core Course

3

CIS 179 # Linux System Administration

Core Course

3

Choose any CIS courses

Core Course

18

(Select courses that meet the requirements of your transfer college.)

See Associate in Applied Science Graduation Requirements by discipline: https://triton.smartcatalogiq.com/2024-2025/triton-college-catalog/applied-science-programs/associate-in-applied-science-degree-requirements/

See CIS course descriptions.

Chairperson: Daniel Grigoletti, Ext. 3354; email: danielgrigoletti@triton.edu

 KEY
(AAS/CERT)
General Education Communications, Fine Arts, Humanities, Life Science, Mathematics, Physical Science, Social and Behavioral Science (see individual degree requirements).
Core Course Course(s) listed in a semester the student is required to take.
Program Elective Course(s) that faculty recommend and are listed in the ‘Program Electives’ section (if any) for this program. If intending to transfer, choose courses accepted by your transfer institution.
General Elective Course(s) chosen by the student, if needed, above and beyond core courses and program electives (if any), to complete the Program Total Credits.
◊ symbol This course is articulated. (course transfers to 3 or more Illinois State schools, as an elective or equal course-to-course)
# symbol This course has a prerequisite. (course(s) student takes prior to taking this course)