Computer Information Systems (AS)

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Division of Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics

This program is designed to prepare students for employment in the computer information industry or to transfer and pursue a baccalaureate degree in computer information or any related field.

Computer courses give the students a sound background in computer programming, data modeling and database design, computer networks, web design and development, accounting and financial skills.

Upon successful completion, the Associate in Science Degree in Computer Information Systems is awarded.

Program Learning Outcomes

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First Year: Semester 1

CS 110 INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER SCIENCE 4 Credits.
MA 105 INTRODUCTION TO STATISTICS 3 Credits.
CT 100 CRITICAL THINKING 3 Credits.
EC 201 PRINCIPLES OF MACROECONOMICS 3 Credits.
EN 101 ENGLISH COMPOSITION I 3 Credits.

credits: 16

First Year: Semester 2

CS 123 PYTHON PROGRAMMING 4 Credits.
CS 242 COMPUTER NETWORKS 4 Credits.
EN 102 ENGLISH COMPOSITION II 3 Credits.
Humanities Elective 3
Program Elective 3/4

credits: 17/18

Second Year: Semester 1

Second Year: Semester 2

Total Credits: 62/65

Program Notes

The program qualifies as an Alternative Transfer Agreement (MassTransfer) with select public institutions in Massachusetts. For more information, visit www.mass.edu/masstransfer.

Graduation Competency

Quantitative skills is a MassBay graduation competency for associate degree programs. Prior to graduation, students must demonstrate this competency by completing a 100-level math course (not MAC); or placing into a 200-level mathematics course.

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