Program Overview

Program Overview

The Associate of Applied Sciences (A.A.S.) in Computer Information Systems focuses on the application of computers in a business environment with an emphasis on the analysis and design of business information systems. Upon successful completion of this program, graduates can either enter the workforce in entry-level positions or transfer to senior colleges to continue their undergraduate education.

Programs Offered

• Computer Information Systems
• Computer Network Technology
• Computer Science
• Geographic Information Science (GIS)
• Cybersecurity Certificate

Transfer Options

BMCC has articulation agreements with several four-year colleges to allow students to seamlessly continue their education.

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BMCC is committed to students' long-term success and will help them explore professional opportunities. The college offers Career Coach for salary and employment information, job postings, and a self-discovery assessment to help students find their academic and career paths.

Requirements

Computer Information Systems Academic Program Maps

• Computer Information Systems Program 2 Year Plan
• Computer Information Systems Program 5 Semester Plan

Required Common Core

• 6 CRS: English Composition
• Mathematical and Quantitative Reasoning:
  • 4 CRS, 4 HRS: MAT 206 - Precalculus
  • 4 CRS, 8 HRS: MAT 206.5 - Intermediate Algebra and Precalculus
  • 4 CRS, 6 HRS: MAT 301 - Analytic Geometry and Calculus I
• Life and Physical Sciences:
  • 4 CRS, 3 HRS, 2 LAB HRS: AST 110 - General Astronomy
  • 4 CRS, 3 HRS, 2 LAB HRS: PHY 110 - General Physics
• Total Required Common Core: 14 CRS

Flexible Core

Choose 3 credits from one of the following areas:

• Creative Expression
• Individual and Society
• U.S. Experience in its Diversity
• World Cultures and Global Issues
• Scientific World:
  • 3 CRS, 2 HRS, 2 LAB HRS: CSC 101 - Principles in Information Technology and Computation
  • 4 CRS, 5 HRS: CSC 110 - Computer Programming I
  • 4 CRS, 3 HRS, 2 LAB HRS: CSC 111 - Introduction to Programming

Curriculum Requirements

• 3 CRS, 4 HRS: ACC 122 - Accounting Principles I
• 3 CRS, 4 HRS: BUS 104 - Introduction to Business
• 3 CRS, 2 HRS, 3 LAB HRS: CIS 345 - Telecommunication Networks I
• 3 CRS, 2 HRS, 2 LAB HRS: CIS 385 - Web Programming I
• 3 CRS, 2 HRS, 3 LAB HRS: CIS 395 - Database Systems I
• 3 CRS, 4 HRS: CIS 440 - UNIX
• 3 CRS, 2 HRS, 2 LAB HRS: CIS 485 - Web Programming II
• 3 CRS, 2 HRS, 2 LAB HRS: CIS 495 - Database Systems II
• 3 CRS, 2 HRS, 3 LAB HRS: CSC 210 - Computer Programming II
• 6 CRS: Program Electives (Choose from GIS 101, GIS 201, CIS 359, CIS 362, CIS 364, CIS 459, CIS 490, CIS 316, CIS 272, or CIS 285)
• 3 CRS, 3 HRS: Electives (Choose any ACC, BUS, CIS, CSC, GIS, or MMP course except CIS 100)
• Total Curriculum Credits: 36 CRS
• Total Program Credits: 60 CRS

Notes

Please note that these requirements are effective for the specified catalog year. Students should check their DegreeWorks account for their specific degree requirements, as the requirements may vary depending on when they began at BMCC.