Computer Information Systems Certificate | Part-Time

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The Computer Information Systems Certificate is a first step of completion for students who are interested in information technology and want to explore a variety of courses before deciding on a specific degree. All courses in this certificate can be applied to any program degree option. In some cases, one course from this certificate will need to be used as a technical elective within a specific degree. Students should consult with their faculty advisor to ensure their transition into a specific program degree option is smooth.♦

Semester 1 [Fall]

CIS 110S Computer Concepts and Applications	3		►Meet with advisor to establish student education plan and academic partnership. ►Advisor and student agree on schedule for Semester 2.
CIS 211S Operating System Concepts	3	C
Credit Hours	6

Semester 2 [Spring]

	CIS 117S Cloud Foundations	1
	CIS 212S Linux Administration	3
	CIS 214S Networking Essentials	3
	Credit Hours	7

Semester 3 [Summer]

	ENG 121S Composition I	3
	Credit Hours	3

Semester 4 [Fall]

	CIS 201S Word Processing	3
	MGT 223S Project Management	3
	Credit Hours	6

Semester 5 [Spring]

CIS 202S Spreadsheets	3	►Submit graduation application. ►Advisor reviews student education plan to ensure graduation readiness.
Social/Behavioral Sciences Elective ¹	3
Credit Hours	6
¹Refer to AAB general education requirements.

Semester 6 [Summer]

	COM 121S Introduction to Communication	3
	Credit Hours	3

Total Credit Hours | 31

♦ Students who cannot demonstrate basic computer skills must take Introduction to Computers before entering this program.