The Computer Information Systems program provides three areas of emphasis constructed around industry desired skills and certifications. These emphasis tracks are Microcomputer Applications and Technology; Networking, and Web Technology. Associate of Applied Science degrees are available in each emphasis.  If students choose to complete only the Program Requirements of a particular track, they are eligible for a Certificate of Completion in the respective emphasis of study.

 

Emphasis:  Information Technology

General Education Requirements (13-14 credits)

COMM 101 Interpersonal Communication or

COMM 102 Public Speaking............................................................ 3

ENG 102* English Composition........................................................ 3

HPE Physical Education Activity...................................................... 1

MATH 107* Intermediate Algebra or

MATH 110* College Algebra.......................................................... 3-4

Social/Behavioral Science ELECTIVE............................................... 3

     Choose an elective from Area IV on the New Mexico Lower Division General Education Core (see pages 46-47.)

Related Requirements (21 credits)

ACCT 201* Introductory Accounting I................................................ 4

BAD 151 Introduction to Business.................................................... 3

BAD 201* Business Communication................................................. 3

BOFT 101 Personal Keyboarding...................................................... 1

MGT 201 Principles of Management................................................. 3

MKT 201 Principles of Marketing...................................................... 3

ELECTIVE...................................................................................... 4

Select from ART 217, CIS 102*, CIS 106, CIS 107, CIS 108*, CIS 116*, CIS 125*, CIS 128*, CIS 132*, CIS 133*, CIS 140*, CIS 150*, CIS 160*, CIS 170*, CIS 175*, CIS 180*, CIS 183, CIS 235, CIS 265*, or CIS 275*.

*Courses require prerequisites.

 

 

Emphasis:  Microcomputer Applications and Technology

Program Requirements (28 credits)

The Microcomputer Applications and Technology degree track is designed to meet the training needs for small business entry-level positions that require a variety of computer skills.  The Word, Excel and Access classes are intended to help prepare students for the core Microsoft Office Specialist certification examinations for each application.  Training towards preparation for the Computer Technology/Industry Association (CompTIA) A+ and Certified Internet Web (CIW) certifications are included in this emphasis.

CIS 101 Fundamentals of Computer Systems.................................... 3

CIS 106 Windows Fundamentals...................................................... 1

CIS 132* Microcomputer Hardware................................................... 4

CIS 133* Operating Systems and Client Administration...................... 4

CIS 140* Introduction to Word Processing......................................... 3

CIS 150* Introduction to Spreadsheets.............................................. 3

CIS 160* Database Design and Development Using Access................ 3

CIS 170* PowerPoint Presentations.................................................. 1

CIS 180* Web Authoring Using HTML............................................... 3

CIS 183 Applications-Based Web Design.......................................... 3

Total credits required for a Certificate of Completion in Information Technology with an emphasis in Microcomputer Applications and Technology ................................................ 28

Total credits required for an Associate of Applied Science in
Information Technology with emphasis in Microcomputer Applications and Technology 62-63

*Courses require prerequisites.

 

 

Emphasis:  Networking

Program Requirements (35 credits)

The Networking degree track is designed to meet the training requirements for an entry-level Microsoft and/or Cisco networking career.  It is intended to help students prepare for a number of industry recognized certifications.  The certifications include:  Computer Technology/Industry Association (CompTIA) A+; CompTIA Security+; Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) server, and Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA).

CIS 101 Fundamentals of Computer Systems.................................... 3

CIS 102* Networking Concepts (Cisco)............................................. 3

CIS 103* Configuring Cisco Routers for Internetworking Routing (Cisco) 4

CIS 120* Introduction to Applications Software................................... 4

CIS 132* Microcomputer Hardware................................................... 4

CIS 133* Operating Systems and Client Administration...................... 4

CIS 202* Network Traffic Management (Cisco)................................... 3

CIS 203* Configuring WAN Connection Services (Cisco)..................... 3

CIS 232* Server Administration Using Microsoft Windows Server......... 4

CIS 235 Fundamentals of Network Security....................................... 3

Total credits required for a Certificate of Completion in Information Technology with an emphasis in Networking    35

Total credits required for an Associate of Applied Science in Information Technology with an emphasis in Networking.......................................................................................... 69-70

Total Credits required for a Letter of Qualification in Cisco Networking Design (requires completion of CIS 102, CIS 103, CIS 202, CIS 203)..................................................................... 13

*Courses require prerequisites.

 

Emphasis:  Web Technology

 

Program Requirements (33 credits)

The Web Technology degree track provides students with a solid foundation in basic business management, marketing, and computing skills.  Topics presented help train students to design and develop interactive Web pages.  The Web Technology Associate’s degree and Certificate programs are intended to help prepare students for Certified Internet Web (CIW) Foundations and Associate level certifications, which are the building blocks in a series of industry-recognized Master CIW certifications.

CIS 101 Fundamentals of Computer Systems.................................... 3

CIS 120* Introduction to Applications Software................................... 4

CIS 125* Introduction to Object-Oriented Programming Concepts........ 3

CIS 128* Java Programming............................................................. 3

CIS 160* Database Design and Development Using Access................ 3

CIS 180* Web Authoring Using HTML............................................... 3

CIS 183 Applications-Based Web Design.......................................... 3

CIS 185* Professional Web Site Design and Scripting........................ 4

Art 258 Digital Photo Imaging........................................................... 3

CIS 275* Multimedia Web Design..................................................... 4

Total credits required for a Certificate of Completion in Information Technology with an emphasis in Web Technology ............................................................................................... 33

Total credits required for an Associate of Applied Science in Information Technology with emphasis in Web Technology........................................................................ 67-68

*Courses require prerequisites.