Computer Information Systems, Software Development Option, BS

Bachelor of Science in Computer Information Systems, Software Development (244302BS)

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Program Description

The Bachelor of Science in Computer Information Systems (CIS) - Software Development Option allows students to attain knowledge and applied skills for effective software application development, client/server application development, and database application development and management.

The CIS program provides high level training by introducing students to basic computing concepts while allowing them to develop the applied skills required for the workforce. Courses are taught in cutting edge computer labs so students can learn and practice skills. Schedules offer a range of day and evening classes.

Requirements for Admission

• Students entering the Computer Information Systems associate and bachelor's degree programs must pass a Computer Literacy Placement test or complete the bridge course CISS 105 Introduction to Computers and Application Software with a grade of C- or better prior to enrolling in the technical courses for this program.  This class does not count towards program requirements.
• Students must attain a C- or better in each transferred course in the CIS area.

Program-Specific Degree Requirements

• Students must attain a C or better in each course in their major area.
• A cumulative GPA of 2.0 and a minimum of 15 earned credit hours for Inter- and Intra-College Transfer into all Associate and Bachelor degree programs in Computer Information Systems.
• Prior to enrolling in classes for the BS degree you must contact your academic advisor.

Career Information

Graduates of the associate and bachelor's programs in Computer Information Systems under the Programming option are expected to qualify for such positions as software or applications developers, programmer analysts, software database administrators, database designers, database developers, and database warehouse analysts in government, business, information technology, and other industries.

The following information has official approval of The Department of Computer Science ​and The College of Engineering and Polymer Science, but is intended only as a supplemental guide. Official degree requirements are established at the time of transfer and admission to the degree-granting college. Students should refer to the Degree Progress Report (Stellic) which is definitive for graduation requirements. Completion of this degree within the identified time frame below is contingent upon many factors, including but not limited to: class availability, total number of required credits, work schedule, finances, family, course drops/withdrawals, successfully passing courses, prerequisites, among others. The transfer process is completed through an appointment with your academic advisor. Transfer students should consult their Advisor to identify courses that are equivalent.  

Requirements

Summary

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Several courses required for the major also satisfy General Education requirements. The University minimum of 36 credits are required for General Education and credit for these courses will apply to multiple requirements. 

Recommended General Education Courses

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For efficient completion of UA General Education requirements, it is recommended that students choose Breadth of Knowledge that also satisfy the Global Diversity and Domestic Diversity areas.

Recommended Sequence 

Note:  Students entering the Computer Information Systems associate and bachelor's degree programs must pass a Computer Literacy Placement test or complete the bridge course CISS 105 Introduction to Computers and Application Software with a grade of C- or better prior to enrolling in the technical courses for this program.  This class does not count towards program requirements.

Program Notes 

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Meets the Social Science General Education requirement.

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Meets Mathematics, Statistics, and Logic General Education requirement. MATH 143 Technical Algebra and Trigonometry 1 - Expanded and MATH 145 Algebra for Calculus are acceptable substitutes for this class. Students who place higher in mathematics may meet this requirement using the mathematics class they place in.

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MATH 149 Precalculus Mathematics and MATH 210 Calculus with Business Applications are acceptable substitutes for this course.  Students who meet their general education requirements with one of these courses or a higher math course may need additional general elective credits to meet the minimum 120 credits for this degree.

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Typically offered Fall only.

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Typically offered Spring only.

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Alternatively, students may complete the internship requirement with a full-time GNEN 300 Cooperative Education Work Period or GNEN 301 Cooperative Education Work Period I in a Fall, Spring, or Summer semester.

Policy Alert: By the end of your first 48 credit hours attempted, you must have completed your required General Education Mathematics, Statistics, and Logic, Writing First Course, and Speaking requirements.