Computer Information Systems Programming Specialist, Minor

Minor in Programming Specialist (244106M)

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 guide. Completion of this certificate 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 following courses constitute a “Minor in Programming Specialist" and must be completed with a minimum grade point average of 2.0 overall for the minor to be noted on the student’s record. Please refer to the University Requirements for Minor Areas of Study for specific graduation information regarding minors.

Summary

Required Courses15
Electives6
Total Hours21

Required Courses 1

CISS:121Introduction of Logic/Programming3
CISS:160JAVA Programming 33
CISS:170Visual BASIC 33
CISS:180Introduction to Database Management 33
CISS:256C++ Programming 23
Total Hours15

Electives 1

Select six credits from the following Computer Information Systems Electives:6
CISS:140Internet Tools
CISS:145Introduction to Unix/Linux
CISS:210Client/Server Programming 2
CISS:211Interactive Web Programming 2
CISS:241Systems Analysis & Design 2
CISS:290Special Topics: Computer Information Systems
Total Hours6

Note:

  • Students entering the Computer Information Systems (CIS) minor programs (Programming and Cisco Networking Technology) must pass department placement exams or complete the following bridge course prior to enrolling in the program.
  • Bridge Course: CISS:105 Introduction to Computers and Application Software