Programming and Systems Analysis
The Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Programming and Systems Analysis program provides an in-depth exploration of different computer language and technical skills. The AAS includes, but is not limited to the following: operating systems, local area networks, business communication, team roles, and dynamics. Certificate of Completions (CCLs) in Programming and Systems Analysis Level I and Level II and iOS App Development are also available.
Details
Field of Interest
Computer and Information Technology
Degree Type
Associate in Applied Science (AAS)
Academic Plan
Programming and Systems Analysis (DEG)
Academic Plan Code
3844
Total credits required
62-71
Effective Term
Fall 2023
Notes
Students must earn a grade of C or better in all courses within the program.
Consultation with an Academic Advisor is recommended for course selection.
Courses within any of the following prefixes must be taken within five (5) years prior to completion of the program to be applied toward this award: AIM, BPC, CIS, CLD, CNT, CSC, ITS, and MST.
What You'll Learn
- Analyze business requirements using critical thinking skills. (CIS105, CIS133DA, CIS150++, CIS151, CIS159, CIS156, CIS162++, CIS163AA, CIS165++, CIS166++, CIS225++, CIS250, CIS251, CIS256, CIS259, CIS262++, CIS263AA, CIS265, GBS211, GBS151, CRE101, ECN211, ECN212, SBU200, CRE101, [FYC], [MA], [SG], [SQ])
- Use computer systems and networks in a responsible and ethical manner. (CIS105, CIS190, CIS225++, CIS250, CNT140AB, GBS151, MST140++)
- Design, develop and implement database solutions to effectively manage data. (CIS119DO, CIS276++)
- Develop and implement well-structured computer programs that solve business problems. (CIS150++, CIS151, CIS156, CIS159, CIS162++, CIS163AA, CIS165++, CIS251, CIS259, CIS256, CIS262++, CIS263AA, CIS265, [MA])
- Utilize the software development lifecycle for application development. (CIS150++, CIS151, CIS156, CIS159, CIS162++, CIS163AA, CIS165++, CIS166++, CIS225++, CIS250, CIS251, CIS256, CIS259, CIS262++, CIS263AA, CIS265, [MA])
- Test and debug computer programs. (CIS150++, CIS151, CIS156, CIS159, CIS162++, CIS163AA, CIS165++, CIS251, CIS259, CIS256, CIS262++, CIS263AA, CIS265, [MA])
- Leverage the functions and architecture of an operating system to achieve business objectives. (CIS105, CIS126DL, CIS126RH, CIS165++, CIS265, MST150++)
- Communicate professionally in formal and informal situations to diverse audiences. (CIS133DA, CIS166++, CIS225++, CIS250, CIS256, GBS211, CRE101, (COM), [FYC], [HU])
- Write effective documentation according to industry standards. (CIS133DA, CIS150++, CIS151, CIS156, CIS159, CIS162++, CIS163AA, CIS165++, CIS166++, CIS225++, CIS250, CIS251, CIS256, CIS259, CIS262++, CIS263AA, CIS265, CRE101, [FYC], [SG], [SQ])
- Collaborate effectively with diverse teams. (GBS151, SBU200, CRE101, (COM), [HU])
- Apply an understanding of characteristics and principles of business processes to software application development. (CIS133DA, CIS150++, CIS151, CIS156, CIS159, CIS162++, CIS163AA, CIS165++, CIS166++, CIS224, CIS225++, CIS250, CIS251, CIS256, CIS259, CIS262++, CIS263AA, CIS265, GBS151, CRE101, [MA])
- Design web-based applications using client-side and server-side scripting. (CIS133DA, CIS166++, CIS262++, CIS263AA)
- Develop a project scope while considering factors such as customer requirements, project costs, return on investment, and internal/external business objectives. (CIS133DA, CIS150++, CIS151, CIS156, CIS159, CIS162++, CIS163AA, CIS165++, CIS224, CIS225++, CIS250, CIS251, CIS256, CIS259, CIS262++, CIS263AA, CIS265, GBS151, GBS211, [MA])
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Credits: | 34-37 | |
| CIS105 | Survey of Computer Information Systems | 3 |
| GBS151 | Introduction to Business | 3 |
| CIS126DL | Linux Operating System (3) OR | |
| CIS126RH | Red Hat System Administration I (3) OR | |
| MST150++ | Any Microsoft Windows course (3) | 3 |
| CIS133DA | Internet/Web Development Level I | 3 |
| Students interested in pursuing an iOS Certificate of Completion (CCL) are recommended to take CIS150AB | ||
| CIS150 | Programming Fundamentals (3) OR | |
| CIS150AB | Object-Oriented Programming Fundamentals (3) | 3 |
| CIS166++ | Any Web Scripting course(s) | 3 |
| CIS190 | Introduction to Networking (3) OR | |
| CNT140AB | Introduction to Networks (4) OR | |
| MST140 | Microsoft Networking Essentials (3) | 3-4 |
| CIS225 | Business Systems Analysis and Design (3) OR | |
| CIS225AB | Object-Oriented Analysis and Design (3) OR | |
| CIS250 | Management of Information Systems (3) | 3 |
| CIS119DO | Introduction to Oracle: SQL (3) OR | |
| CIS276DA | MySQL Database (3) OR | |
| CIS276DB | SQL Server Database (3) | 3 |
| FYE101 | Introduction to College, Career and Personal Success (1) OR | |
| FYE103 | Exploration of College, Career and Personal Success (3) | 1-3 |
| Select a programming language from below that best aligns with academic and professional goals (2 courses for a total of 6 credits) in one of the following areas: | ||
| CIS156 | Python Programming: Level I (3) AND | |
| CIS256 | Python Programming: Level II (3) OR | |
| CIS159 | Visual Basic Programming I (3) AND | |
| CIS259 | Visual Basic Programming II (3) OR | |
| CIS162++ | Any C Programming: Level I course (3) AND | |
| CIS262++ | Any C Programming: Level II course (3) OR | |
| CIS163AA | Java Programming: Level I (3) AND | |
| CIS263AA | Java Programming: Level II (3) OR | |
| CIS165++ | Any Mobile Application Development course (3) AND | |
| CIS265 | Advanced iOS Application Development (3) | 6 |
Course Sequence by Term
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Credits: | 6 | |
| Students may not use courses from the Required Courses Area. | ||
| CIS224 | Project Management Microsoft Project for Windows | 3 |
| CIS151 | Computer Game Development-Level I | 3 |
| CIS156 | Python Programming: Level I | 3 |
| CIS159 | Visual Basic Programming I | 3 |
| CIS162++ | Any C Programming: Level I course | 3 |
| CIS163AA | Java Programming: Level I | 3 |
| CIS165++ | Any Mobile Application Development course | 3 |
| CIS251 | Computer Game Development-Level II | 3 |
| CIS256 | Python Programming: Level II | 3 |
| CIS259 | Visual Basic Programming II | 3 |
| CIS262++ | Any C Programming: Level II course | 3 |
| CIS263AA | Java Programming: Level II | 3 |
| CIS265 | Advanced iOS Application Development | 3 |
| GBS211 | Legal, Ethical and Regulatory Issues of the Internet Studies | 3 |
| General Education Requirement | Credits: 22-28 | |
| General Education Core | Credits: 12-18 | |
| First-Year Composition | Credits: 6 | |
| ENG101 | First-Year Composition (3) OR | |
| ENG107 | First-Year Composition for ESL (3) AND | |
| ENG102 | First-Year Composition (3) OR | |
| ENG108 | First-Year Composition for ESL (3) | 6 |
| Oral Communication | Credits: 3 | |
| Any approved general education course in the Oral Communication area. | ||
| Critical Reading | Credits: 0-3 | |
| CRE101 | College Critical Reading and Critical Thinking (3) OR | |
| Equivalent by assessment | 0-3 | |
| Mathematics | Credits: 3-6 | |
| MAT150 | College Algebra/Functions (5) OR | |
| MAT151 | College Algebra/Functions (4) OR | |
| MAT152 | College Algebra/Functions (3) OR | |
| MAT155 | College Algebra/Functions with Review (5) OR | |
| MAT156 | College Algebra/Functions with Review (6) | 3-6 |
| General Education Distribution | Credits: 10 | |
| Humanities and Fine Arts | Credits: 3 | |
| Any approved general education courses in the Humanities, Arts and Design [HU] area. | 3 | |
| Social and Behavioral Sciences | Credits: 3 | |
| ECN211 | Macroeconomic Principles (3) OR | |
| ECN212 | Microeconomic Principles (3) OR | |
| SBU200 | Society and Business (3) | 3 |
| Natural Sciences | Credits: 4 | |
| Any approved general education course in the Natural Sciences (Quantitative) [SQ] area or the Natural Sciences (General) [SG] area. | 4 | |
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