Introduction
The Bachelor of Science in Computer Information Systems (BSIS) program is designed to prepare students to manage computers, networks, and other complex information systems. In this program students will learn to design, build, and maintain critical information systems which serve the technology needs of today's businesses. The program covers network infrastructure design and support, project management, e-commerce and business solutions, physical and virtual security, and systems integration.
Students majoring in Computer Information Systems choose electives in programming, business practices, or project management. Students will gain hands-on experience through individual and team-based projects. Enterprise Project courses provide additional applicable experience in live environments.
Graduates are prepared for positions as systems analysts, network administrators, project managers, systems administrators, technical support, computer technicians, and more. Long-term career opportunities include IT director, chief information officer (CIO), and chief technology officer (CTO).
Program Overview
Students participate in courses which are taught using active learning methods. Teaching techniques include lectures, class discussions, debates, student presentations, individual and group activities, creative assessments, various labs and assignments, and more. Additionally, students work individually and in teams on supervised projects in which they apply related concepts. The program is 10 quarters in length and requires a minimum of two-and-a-half years to complete.
Program Objectives
Graduates of the Bachelor of Science in Computer Information Systems (BSIS) degree are expected to be able to:
- Analyze business technology needs and develop supporting network infrastructure plans
- Administer networks and integrated systems implementing a variety of networking technologies and various operating systems
- Develop and implement appropriate security measures for physical and virtual servers and networks
- Plan, design, implement, and supervise technical and non-technical projects
- Make appropriate business-related decisions regarding the use of electronic commerce systems, cloud computing, mobile devices and other emerging technologies
- Effectively communicate in a professional setting
- Produce professional-quality specifications, models, and other documents
- Utilize technical and non-technical expertise in team-based, collaborative environments
- Demonstrate effective problem-solving and critical-thinking skills
Graduation Requirements
(Students enrolled in the BSIS program beginning Fall Quarter 2014)
To qualify for graduation with a Bachelor of Science in Computer Information Systems degree, students are required to accomplish the following:
- Complete a minimum of 180 quarter credit hours with an average grade of ‘C’ (Cumulative Grade Point Average of 2.0) or higher for all courses taken at the University
- Complete a minimum of 118 credit hours in required degree courses, including projects and a minimum of 18 credits in the available elective tier
- Complete a minimum of 62 credit hours in required general education courses
- Abide by all University rules and regulations
- Earn passing grade to be awarded credits for a course
- For required courses, a passing grade is a ‘C’ or better. For elective courses, and for courses selected from a “choose one/two from the following” category, a passing grade is a ‘D-' or better.
- No unresolved judicial matters
- No outstanding financial obligations to the University
Students enrolled prior to Fall 2014 should refer to the prevailing Catalog during their initial period of enrollment.
BSIS Program Plan
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Minimum General Education Credits Required
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62 Credits
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Minimum Information Systems Credits Required
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118 Credits
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Total Required for BS in Information Systems
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180 Credits
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General Education (62 credits)
Foundational Courses (16 credits)
| BUS101 | Personal Finance | 3 credits |
| BUS110 | Principles of Finance | 1 credit |
| FAC105 | Leadership & Problem-Solving | 3 credits |
| FAC299 | Marketing Your Personal Brand | 2 credits |
| HUM106 | Freshman Seminar | 4 credits |
| HUM150 | Logic | 3 credits |
Communications (6 credits)
| FAC120 | Spoken Communications | 3 credits |
| FAC125 | Collaborative & Interpersonal Communications | 3 credits |
English (8 credits)
| ENG110 | Introduction to English Composition | 4 credits |
| ENG210 | Persuasive & Professional Writing | 4 credits |
Mathematics (12 credits)
| MAT105 | College Algebra | 3 credits |
| MAT110 | Sets, Probability & Number Systems | 3 credits |
And choose two of the following
| MAT125 | Geometry | 3 credits |
| MAT150 | Trigonometry | 3 credits |
| MAT200 | Math-Based Codes, Cyphers & Secrets | 3 credits |
| MAT210 | Linear Algebra | 3 credits |
| MAT250 | Calculus | 3 credits |
| MAT260 | Statistics | 3 credits |
| MAT305 | Problem Solving | 3 credits |
Social and Behavioral Science (8 credits)
| HUM205 | Ethics | 3 credits |
| SSC250 | Human Relations & Personality Development | 3 credits |
And choose one of the following
| SSC150 | Introductory Psychology | 2 credits |
| SSC272 | United States Government | 2 credits |
| SSC311 | Law & the Legal System | 2 credits |
| SSC321 | Introduction to Group Dynamics | 2 credits |
| SSC322 | Conflict & Negotiation | 2 credits |
| SSC351 | Introduction to Intellectual Property | 2 credits |
Physical and Biological Science (2 credits)
Choose one of the following
| PSC115 | Introduction to Biology | 2 credits |
| PSC201 | Astronomy | 2 credits |
| PSC210 | Environmental Studies | 2 credits |
| PSC226 | Introductory Physics | 2 credits |
| PSC230 | Introduction to Chemistry | 2 credits |
Health and Physical Education (2 credits)
Choose one of the following
Humanities (2 credits)
Choose one of the following
| LNG110 | Survey of Foreign Language | 2 credits |
| LNG120 | Languages & Linguistics | 2 credits |
| LNG130 | Artificial Languages | 2 credits |
| HUM130 | Myth, Folklore & Popular Culture | 2 credits |
| HUM160 | Ancient Mythology | 2 credits |
| HUM170 | Modern Entertainment Mythology | 2 credits |
Industrial Technology (2 credits)
Choose one of the following
| IND150 | Tangible Product Design | 2 credits |
| IND200 | 3D Printing | 2 credits |
| IND220 | Manufacturing | 2 credits |
| IND230 | Survey of Robotics | 2 credits |
| IND240 | Electrical Circuits | 2 credits |
| IND250 | Aviation & Airpower | 2 credits |
Literature (2 credits)
Choose one of the following
| ENG250 | Poetry | 2 credits |
| ENG311 | Principles of Creative Writing | 2 credits |
| HUM200 | The Imagination of Horror in Media | 2 credits |
| LIT110 | Science Fiction Through Literature | 2 credits |
| LIT120 | Comics as Literature | 2 credits |
| LIT130 | Literary Masters | 2 credits |
Fine Arts (2 credits)
Choose one of the following
| FAC101 | Art Appreciation | 2 credits |
| FAC130 | Character Design | 2 credits |
| FAC150 | Animated Narratives in Modern Entertainment | 2 credits |
| FAC210 | Music Composition | 2 credits |
| FAC220 | Animation in Art | 2 credits |
| MTM140 | Basics of Film | 2 credits |
| MTM150 | Film Production | 2 credits |
Information Systems Courses (118 credits)
Introductory Core Courses (19 credits)
| BIT120 | Business & Information Systems Practices | 4 credits |
| CSC110 | Introduction to Computer Science | 4 credits |
| CSC116 | Introduction to Information Technology | 1 credit |
| CSC150 | Object Oriented Programming & Design | 6 credits |
| CSC210 | Introduction to Web Presentation & Development | 2 credits |
| ITH215 | Networking I | 2 credits |
Advanced Core Courses (60 credits)
| BIT220 | Server Administration I: Windows | 3 credits |
| BIT224 | Server Administration II: Linux | 3 credits |
| BIT228 | Server Administration III: Web | 3 credits |
| BIT281 | Hardware Systems | 2 credits |
| BIT320 | Shell & Administrative Scripting | 2 credits |
| BIT330 | Networks & Telecommunications in Business | 4 credits |
| BIT351 | Virtual Systems | 4 credits |
| BIT360 | Applied Systems Operations & Disaster Recovery | 3 credits |
| BIT380 | Integrated Business Solutions | 4 credits |
| BIT430 | Decision Support Systems | 2 credits |
| CSC105 | Using Modern Operating Systems | 2 credits |
| DBT130 | Databases I | 4 credits |
| ITH216 | Networking II | 4 credits |
| ITS320 | Systems, Network & Physical Security | 3 credits |
| ITS380 | Auditing, Governance & Compliance | 3 credits |
| ITS390 | Hacking, Forensics & Countermeasures | 3 credits |
And choose four of the following
| BIT110 | Industry Best Practices | 3 credits |
| CSC140 | Dynamic & Scripting Languages | 3 credits |
| CSC185 | Development in Third Party Frameworks | 3 credits |
| CSC195 | C++ Programming I | 3 credits |
| CSC196 | C++ Programming II | 3 credits |
| HUM321 | Technical Writing | 3 credits |
| MOA141 | Introduction to Information Modeling | 3 credits |
Project Core Courses (27 credits)
| BIT381 | Integrated Business Solutions Project | 2 credits |
| BIT460 | Modern Data Center, Infrastructure & Cloud Computing Design Services | 4 credits |
| PRO220 | Server Administration I Project | 4 credits |
| PRO224 | Server Administration II Project | 2 credits |
| PRO321 | Systems, Network & Physical Security Project | 2 credits |
| PRO330 | Networking & Telecommunications in Business Project | 2 credits |
| PRO351 | Virtual Systems Project | 4 credits |
| PRO490 | Enterprise Projects I | 6 credits |
| PRO491 | Enterprise Projects II | 6 credits |
Elective Tier (6 credits)
Choose one set of courses from the following
| CSC240 | Business Web Development | 4 credits |
| PRO240 | Business Web Development Project | 2 credits |
| CSC160 | Application Development | 4 credits |
| PRO160 | Application Development Lab | 2 credits |
| CSC180 | Open Source Platforms Development | 4 credits |
| PRO180 | Open Source Platforms Development Lab | 2 credits |
| CSC260 | Dynamic Web Programming | 4 credits |
| PRO260 | Dynamic Web Programming Lab | 2 credits |
| CSC280 | Developing Scalable Web Applications | 4 credits |
| PRO280 | Developing Scalable Web Applications Lab | 2 credits |
| MGT301 | Project Management | 4 credits |
| PRO301 | Project Management in Practice | 2 credits |