Associate of Science Degree - Computer Information Systems

(CIP Codes 11.01 - 11.9999)

AAU curriculum designed with student success in mind!

Join one of the fastest growing and well paying career fields today. Become a computer-savvy problem solver! A degree in computer information systems provide AAU graduates with a variety of career options. AAU graduates successfully take their associates degree straight into network administrations, systems management, programming, web developers and designers, systems analysts, technical support representatives, and computer information systems security providing immediate value to their new employers.

Program Objectives

This program allows you to acquire a complete framework in basic computer and information management concepts and skills in order to contribute to creating solutions for contemporary problems in computer science and information management. Upon successful completion of general education and specific program courses, students will acquire the knowledge and skills needed to apply programming, databases, and internet skills. Students will be prepared to pursue a Bachelor's of Science in Computer Information Systems Degree Program.

• Develop analytical, critical thinking, and interpersonal skills applicable to real-world problems
• Demonstrate a foundation of computer and information systems knowledge and technical skills that supports and facilitates lifelong professional development
• Use critical thinking, creative, and logical analysis, strategies, and techniques to solve complex computer and information systems problems
• Implement and apply current technical solutions to computer and information systems activities, systems and processes
• Apply sound computer and information systems principles to the functions of planning, organizing, coordinating and decision making to operations
• Enter AAU's Bachelor of Science Degree in Computer Information Systems without further academic preparation

Associate Degree in Computer Information Systems Program Description

The purpose of the Associate of Science in Computer Information Systems is to prepare students for entry-level positions in business, industry and non-profit organizations. The program is designed for students seeking to acquire a complete framework in basic computer and information management concepts and skills in order to contribute to creating solutions for contemporary problems in computer science and information management. Upon successful completion of general education and specific program courses, students will acquire the knowledge and skills needed to apply programming, databases, and internet skills. Students will be prepared to pursue a Bachelor's of Science Degree in Computer Information Systems.

Special Attention to Associate of Science Degree in Computer Information Systems

The Association of Computing Machinery (ACM) provides guidance for the Computer Information Systems program. According to the ACM, students are expected, as a prerequisite, to have a basic proficiency in the fundamental tools of personal computing such as email, web browsing, spreadsheets, word processing, desktop database management systems, presentation graphics and external database retrieval tools.

Other Associate Degree Programs

• Business Administration
• Computer Information Systems
• Criminal Justice
• General Studies

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