CIS - Computer and Information Systems (BS)
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Program Student Learning Outcomes
The graduating student will be able to:
Exhibit the ethical leadership standards, technical knowledge, and critical thinking skills required of their profession in effective oral and written communications.
Demonstrate proficiency in the following areas: object-oriented programming; event-driven, database-enabled applications with graphical user interfaces (including conceptual design); elegant and efficient coding; complete testing/debugging; and meaningful documentation.
Demonstrate understanding of database concepts and proficiency in developing effective data models, designing and implementing relational databases, and manipulating data using SQL.
Demonstrate an understanding of the technical fundamentals of telecommunications and computing networks, with reinforced knowledge of the layered network communications model, through hands-on laboratory experiences.
Demonstrate an understanding of the integration of information systems within the enterprise by analyzing, diagramming, and evaluating the information systems processes of integrated business units. Emphasis will be placed on the functional models, physical architectures, and security controls of an organization.
Degree and Graduation Requirements
The Bachelor of Science with a major in Computer Information Systems requires a minimum of 120 semester credit hours of coursework which are as follows:
45 Credit Hours in General Education course
57 Credit Hours in Major Requirements
18 Credit Hours in a Concentration
The Bachelor of Science in Computer Information Systems program must be completed within 15 terms.
Curriculum
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS | ||
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GENERAL EDUCATION COURSES | 45 Semester Credit Hours | |
MAJOR REQUIREMENTS | 57 Semester Credit Hours | |
CONCENTRATION COURSES | 18 Semester Credit Hours | |
TOTAL | 120 Semester Credit Hours | |
Course ID | Cr. | Course Title |
GENERAL EDUCATION COURSES | 45 Semester Credit Hours | |
Communications | 9 | Choose from: English Comp., Speech, Modern Language Communication Skills, or equivalent |
Creative Arts/Humanities | 6 | Choose from: Fine Art Appreciation, Literature, or equivalent |
Mathematics | 9 | Choose from: Calculus, College Algebra, Finite Math, Statistics, Trigonometry, or equivalent |
Natural Sciences | 6 | Choose from: Biology, Physics, Kinesiology, Chemistry, Exercise Physiology |
Social/Behavioral Sciences | 15 | Choose from: History, Government, Psychology, Sociology, or equivalent |
MAJOR REQUIREMENTS | 57 Semester Credit Hours | |
BCIS 1301 | 3 | Fundamentals of Computer Information Systems |
BCIS 1302 | 3 | Programming Logic and Design |
BMGT 1301 | 3 | Introduction to Management |
BCIS 2306 | 3 | Fundamentals of Network Systems |
BCIS 2307 | 3 | Operating Systems |
BCIS 2308 | 3 | Data and Information Management |
BCIS 2309 | 3 | Ethical, Social, and Legal Dimensions of Computer |
BCIS 2322 | 3 | Client-Side Scripting (HTML) |
BCIS 2390 | 3 | System Analysis and Design |
BCIS 3303 | 3 | Networking II |
BCIS 3311 | 3 | IT Project and Service Management |
BCIS 3313 | 3 | Data Warehouse and Business Intelligence (BI) |
BCIS 4301 | 3 | Fundamentals of Information Security |
BCIS 4311 | 3 | Cloud Computing and Virtualization Methods |
BCIS 4304 | 3 | Introduction to UNIX/LINUX Administration |
BCIS 4305 | 3 | Advanced UNIX/LINUX Administration |
BCIS 4361 | 3 | IT Audit and Controls |
BCIS 4362 | 3 | Capstone Project I |
BCIS 4363 | 3 | Capstone II (Internship) |
CONCENTRATION COURSES | 18 Semester Credit Hours | |
Choose from one of the following CIS Certificate Programs as a Concentration | ||
CYBERSECURITY | ||
BCSC 2302 | 3 | Digital Forensics in Criminal Justice System |
BCSC 2303 | 3 | Threats of Terrorism and Crime |
BCSC 2304 | 3 | Risk Management: Assessment and Mitigation |
BCSC 2305 | 3 | Security Policy Analysis and Implementation |
BCSC 3305 | 3 | Fundamentals of Ethical Hacking & Penetration Testing |
BCSC 4306 | 3 | Database Security |
HEALTHCARE CYBERSECURITY | ||
HITT 1311 | 3 | Electronic Medical Records Systems (EMRS) |
COSC 2303 | 3 | Introduction to Digital Forensics |
COSC 2304 | 3 | Security Policy Analysis, HIPPA and Implementation |
COSC 3305 | 3 | Web Application Security I |
COSC 3306 | 3 | Network Security |
COSC 4307 | 3 | Intrusion Detection and Incident Response |
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY | ||
BCIS 2302 | 3 | Computer Programming I |
BCIS 2303 | 3 | Computer Programming I Lab |
BCIS 2304 | 3 | Computer Programming II |
BCIS 2305 | 3 | Computer Programming II Lab |
BCIS 3301 | 3 | Data Structures and Algorithm Analysis |
BCIS 3302 | 3 | Data Structures and Algorithm Analysis Lab |