Computer Information Systems Standard Certificate

This program is designed to serve students planning to enter the business data processing field and those already employed who need specialized skills required by the computing industry. This curriculum is not designed to transfer to a four-year institution; however, some courses will transfer. Consult the catalog of the transfer institution and the Alabama Transfer Guide at https://alabamatransfers.com/. Students must have a ā€œCā€ average or better in all CIS courses credited toward the degree and a 2.0 cumulative grade point average in all courses attempted at the College.

To complete the 48 credits required for this degree, students must choose either the App Development w/Apple Option or the Networking Option. 

 

NOTES

* For the Math requirement, if transferring, students need MTH 125 Calculus I. 

* Prerequisites required for CIS 207, 268, 269, 155, 159, 251, 161, 280, 220 and 227.

* Typing proficiency is a prerequisite for CIS 146, CIS 147, and other programming courses.  Students who are not proficient should take a keyboarding class prior to enrollment.

* The student must have a ā€œCā€ average or better in all courses credited toward a certificate or degree.

 

Written Composition

Item #
Title
Credits
Sub-Total Credits
3

Natural Sciences & Math

Item #
Title
Credits
Sub-Total Credits
3

History, Social, and Behavioral Sciences

Item #
Title
Credits
Area IV Elective 3 SH  +
3
Sub-Total Credits
3

App Development w/Apple Option

Item #
Title
Credits
Sub-Total Credits
6

Networking Option

Item #
Title
Credits
Sub-Total Credits
6
Total credits:
48

Course Sequencing

First Year - Spring

Item #
Title
Credits
Sub-Total Credits
15

Second Year - Fall (Networking Option)

Item #
Title
Credits
Sub-Total Credits
6

Second Year - Fall (App Development Option)

Item #
Title
Credits
Sub-Total Credits
6

Overview

Program

Type

Standard Certificate