Computer Information Systems (AS)
Associate of Science
This degree focuses on the practical application of technology in a business setting, combining theory and practice to put computing technology in context with the goal of solving business problems. This is a recommended curriculum only. Some courses may be taken in different order, and students do not have to complete the degree in four semesters.
First Semester | 15 Credits | |
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ACCT 2301 | Principles of Accounting I | 3 |
COSC 1301 | Introduction to Computing | 3 |
ENGL 1301 | Composition I | 3 |
American History* | HIST 1301 OR HIST1302 | 3 |
Mathematics* | MATH 1324 OR MATH 1342 | 3 |
Second Semester | 15 Credits | |
ACCT 2302 | Principles of Accounting II | 3 |
ECON 2301 | Principles of Macroeconomics | 3 |
ENGL 1302 | Composition II | 3 |
American History* | HIST 1301 OR HIST 1302 | 3 |
Creative Arts* | ARTS 1301 OR DRAM 1310 OR MUSI 1306 | 3 |
Third Semester | 16 Credits | |
COSC 1436 | Programming Fundamentals I | 4 |
GOVT 2305 | Federal Government | 3 |
Communication* | SPCH 1311 OR SPCH 1315 | 3 |
Life and Physical Sciences* | BIOL 1308/1108 OR BIOL 1309/1109 OR CHEM 1306/1106 OR CHEM 1307/1107 OR CHEM 1311/1111 OR CHEM 1312/1112 OR PHYS 1301/1101 OR PHYS 1305/1105 OR PHYS 1307/1107 | 4 |
Elective* | Approved Elective | 2 |
Fourth Semester | 14 Credits | |
COSC 1437 | Programming Fundamentals II | 4 |
GOVT 2306 | Texas Government | 3 |
Language, Philosophy, and Culture* | ENGL 2322 OR ENGL 2323 OR ENGL 2326 OR ENGL 2331 OR ENGL 2341 OR HIST 2321 OR HIST 2322 OR PHIL 1301 | 3 |
Life and Physical Sciences* | BIOL 1308/1108 OR BIOL 1309/1109 OR CHEM 1306/1106 OR CHEM 1307/1107 ORCHEM 1311/1111 OR CHEM 1312/1112 OR PHYS 1301/1101 OR PHYS 1305/1105 OR PHYS 1307/1107 | 4 |
Total Credit Hours for Computer Information Systems | 60 credits |
*It is recommended for students to check with the institution they are planning to transfer to for advice on which courses work best for their major.
View course descriptions here: Course Catalog