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2017-2018 Course Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Computer Information Systems, AS


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Total Credits: 60

Major Number: 5107
CIP Code: 11.0401

Program Description

This degree starts the student on the path to becoming an information systems professional. Coursework is designed to develop the student’s analytical and problem-solving skills, in conjunction with gaining broad-based, hands-on programming experience and proficiency. The program has been designed to equip students to transfer into a typical baccalaureate Information Systems degree program.

Program Prerequisites

Assessment score placement in MATH 1061  or above or completion of MATH 0070  with a grade of C or higher; assessment score placement in RDNG 1000  or completion of RDNG 0900  or RDNG 0950  with a grade of C or higher.

Special Instructions

Selection of Career/Occupational Elective Requirements must be made in consultation with an advisor, counselor, or CSCI faculty member to ensure that the courses support the student’s academic and transfer goals.
All Career/Occupational Requirements completed with a grade of C or higher.
All specifically designated MnTC/General Education Requirements completed with a grade of C or higher.

Program Requirements


Total Credits: 15


Career/Occupational Elective Requirements


Select 15 credits

Total Credits: 15


MnTC/General Education Requirements


Goal 1: Communication


Total Credits: 10

Goal 2: Critical Thinking


Fulfilled when all MnTC goals for this degree are complete.

Goal 3 and/or 4: Natural Sciences/Math/Logical Reasoning


Total Credits: 8

Goal 5: History/Social/Behavioral Sciences


Minimum of 6 credits. Two courses from two different disciplines.

Total Credits: 6

Goal 6: Humanities/Fine Arts


Minimum of 6 credits. Two courses from two different disciplines.

Total Credits: 6

Goals 7-10: Theme Goals


Three credits in each of two Goal areas selected from Goals 7, 8, 9 or 10 are required. Many courses from Goals 1-6 also meet Goals 7-10. One course may fulfill a maximum of two Goals. Credits count only once.

Goal 7: Human Diversity

Goal 8: Global Perspectives

Goal 9: Ethical and Civic Responsibility

Goal 10: People and the Environment

Total Credits: 30


MnTC Elective Requirements


None

Additional Elective Requirements


None

Additional Requirements


None

Program Information


General Requirements for Degrees, Diplomas, and Certificates

See Century College Policy 3.17.0.1

Program Note

For students with little or no prior programming experience, CSCI 1060  is recommended. Courses will be counted only once in the overall total. When a Mathematics course is selected to fulfill the Career/Occupational Elective Requirement and also fulfills Goal 4, it may be necessary to complete additional credits to meet the 60 credit total.

Transfer, Articulation Agreements, and Partnerships

See the Century College website for information regarding transfer.
This degree program is designed for both employment preparation and transfer. Some of the courses may not transfer to a number of four-year colleges. If you are considering the possibility of transfer, you may wish to talk with your advisor, counselor, or program instructor before registering to discuss your goals, look at programs designed for transfer, and develop a plan.
This degree transfers into the Computer Science Bachelors degree at Metropolitan State University through an articulation agreement. See your advisor or counselor if planning to pursue a computer-related bachelors degree.

Program Learning Outcomes

At the end of this program students will be able to:

  • Perform computer information systems analysis activities to include troubleshooting, systems monitoring, and computer information systems analysis activities.
  • The ability to function and communicate effectively as ethically and socially responsible computer information systems professionals.
  • Design, write, test, and debug computer programs written in contemporary structured and object-oriented languages.
  • Ability to develop algorithms which underlie common programming tasks.
  • Prepared to transfer into a typical four-year Computer Information Systems degree program.
  • Correctly implement given specifications when writing programs.

Program Contact Information

Zakaria Baani 651.779-3945 Room 3077 West
Robert Niemann 651.779.3252 Room 3075 West

Sample Plan


Please note that this is a sample course sequence. Individual schedules will vary depending upon student needs, goals, and availability. Students are recommended to meet with their advisor, counselor, or faculty program instructors to create an individualized plan that includes prerequisites and application requirements. For detailed program information see the Century College website. This information is subject to change.

Total Credits: 14


Semester 2


Total Credits: 16


Total Credits: 14


Semester 4


Total Credits: 16


Note


This information is subject to change. Changes and updates are posted on century.edu

Century College is a member of the Minnesota State system. We are an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and educator. This document can be available in alternative formats to individuals with disabilities by calling 651.779.3354 or 1.800.228.1978 x 3354.

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