Program Overview

Computer Information Systems (CIS) Program

The Computer Information Systems (CIS) program offers a comprehensive curriculum that covers the fundamentals of information systems and technology, programming, data analytics, cybersecurity, and more. The program is designed to provide students with a strong foundation in computer information systems and prepare them for a career in the field.

Course Descriptions

The CIS program includes a wide range of courses that cover various aspects of computer information systems. Some of the courses offered include:

• CIS 211: Fundamentals of Information Systems & Technology - An introduction to information systems and technology in today's organizations.
• CIS 212: Intro to Business Programming - A study of computer programming for business applications using a language such as COBOL.
• CIS 239: Enterprise Systems and Architecture - Key concepts of ERP systems and approaches to business process improvement through the use of Information Technology (IT) infrastructures.
• CIS 265: Visual Basic Programming - Concepts, tools, and techniques of software development using an event-driven language.
• CIS 328: Introduction to Data Analytics - An overview of the lifecycle of data analysis, introduction and practical application of commonly used parametric and non-parametric statistical tests, and predictive data modeling.
• CIS 334: Data Organization - Information abstraction, representation, and organization, including realization of data and the logic to manipulate it.
• CIS 350: Telecommunications - Addresses telecommunications from the perspectives of technology, systems, and management.
• CIS 377: Introduction to Cybersecurity - Provides an overview of key cybersecurity concepts and practices and broadly characterizes the global security landscape.
• CIS 379: Systems Analysis and Design - Guides students through the stages of the evolution of data processing systems.
• CIS 397: Internship in CIS - Students work in a local computing facility under on-site and faculty supervision.
• CIS 425: Decision Support Systems - Computer-based information systems for managerial decision-making.
• CIS 426: Gaming Interface Design - Focuses on game design and the computer gaming industry.
• CIS 428: Text Analytics - Provides fundamental concepts, techniques, and tools of text analytics for information retrieval and knowledge discovery.
• CIS 433: Select Topics Info Syst - Studies in selected areas of computer information systems.
• CIS 435: Human-Computer Interaction - Effective, productive information systems, including interactive computer systems.
• CIS 436: E-Government - Provides an overview of information technology development and use within federal, state, and local government.
• CIS 440: System Development / E-Commerce - Developing an organization's electronic commerce technical infrastructure.
• CIS 445: Universal Usability: Designing Computer Interfaces for Blind Users - Designing computer interfaces for the needs of blind users.
• CIS 458: Organizational Database Management - The database environment in an organization.
• CIS 468: Applied Data Mining and Visual Analytics - Provides students with a background in traditional data mining approaches and visual analytic approaches.
• CIS 475: Information Systems Capstone - Integrates all core IS related competencies by allowing students to design and implement an information system.
• CIS 479: Software Project Mngt - Technical and behavioral aspects of project management.
• CIS 495: Independent Study in Computer Information Systems - Directed study in selected areas of Computer Information Systems.

Program Requirements

The CIS program requires students to complete a series of core courses and electives. The specific requirements for the program include:

• Completion of a minimum of 120 credits
• A minimum GPA of 2.0
• Completion of all core courses with a grade of C or better
• Completion of a capstone project or internship

Research Areas

The CIS program offers opportunities for students to engage in research in various areas, including:

• Data analytics and visualization
• Cybersecurity
• Human-computer interaction
• E-government
• Software development and project management

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the CIS program can pursue a variety of career opportunities, including:

• Systems analyst
• Software developer
• Data analyst
• Cybersecurity specialist
• IT project manager
• Business analyst
• Technical consultant