Information Systems

Associate in Applied Science

Credits: 93 | Length of Program: 6 quarters

Information Systems - Associate in Applied Science

The Associate in Applied Science Degree in Information Systems is for students interested in using software to store and process business information. Information systems duties include some or all of the following: installation and configuration of database software, database programming and design, user training, application software maintenance, performance tuning, system evaluation, and working with users and management to identify the information needed for business decisions.

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Career Opportunities

Job opportunities span small businesses, large organizations, and international settings in both public and private sectors.

Length of Program

Full-time students typically complete the AAS in six quarters after basic skills are complete.

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Program Student Learning Outcomes

After completing the Information Systems program, the successful student will be able to:

Plan, create, modify and debug data management and reporting solutions to business problems using industry standard tools
Explain information management processes including ethical, security, and compliance concepts for diverse audiences
Analyze and apply data management concepts
Apply collaboration and customer service skills to complete data projects across different domains with diverse groups of people
Support business operations external to IT through new and improved information systems

Ed Plan / Class List

Required Courses

BUS&101 Introduction to Business 5 Credits Search Schedule

Introduces current concepts and structures of American business. Covers the functions of business: forms of ownership, management, marketing, production, finance, and the economy. Prerequisite: Eligible for ENGL 098 or ENGL& 101.
Distribution: AA, AS, DTA, SOCIAL SCIENCE, NURSING SOCIAL SCIENCE, AA-AAS-T-SOCIAL SCIENCE

BUS289 Integrated Business Applications 5 Credits Search Schedule

Integrates accounting, data analytics, and business concepts to create solutions to complex business problems. Prerequisite: For all students: 50 or more college level credits and completion of BUS& 101. Additional prerequisite: BUS 160; or BUS 240; or CIS 284; or "C" or better in ACCT 231.

CCS101 Pathways to Success 3 Credits Search Schedule

Cultivates the mind-set and skills necessary for students to become confident, reflective, self-directing, and successful learners. Prerequisite: Eligible for ENGL 090 or higher.

CIS145 Introduction to Relational Databases 5 Credits Search Schedule

Introduces relational database concepts and practices using business-related examples. OFTEC 111 or 108 recommended, or comparable competencies. Prerequisite: OFTEC 141 or MATH 097 with a "C" or better.

CIS160 Programming Fundamentals 5 Credits Search Schedule

Introduces programming structures, concepts, techniques and terminology using the Visual Studio development environment and the C# programming language. Prerequisite: MATH 097.
Distribution: AA, AS, DTA

CIS166 Programming Business Objects 5 Credits Search Schedule

Introduces concepts and techniques of object-oriented programming, validation and storage of business data sets, and user interfaces. Prerequisite: CIS 160.

CIS169 Requirements Analysis 5 Credits Search Schedule

Introduces planning, analysis, and design of software, with an emphasis on development methodologies, design process, and communication techniques. Prerequisite: CIS 145 and CIS 166.

CIS182 SQL Fundamentals 5 Credits Search Schedule

Introduces Structured Query Language (SQL). Emphasizes techniques for writing efficient SQL queries using a common commercial implementation of SQL. Prerequisite: CIS 145 and CIS 160 or instructor's permission.

CIS185 HTML, CSS, JavaScript 5 Credits Search Schedule

Introduces creating web pages with HTML5 and CSS. Covers JavaScript coding to create, test, debug, and document programs. Prerequisite: CIS 166.

CIS218 PowerShell, Cybersecurity, Ethics 5 Credits Search Schedule

Introduces PowerShell scripting, basic cybersecurity concepts, and ethical issues for software development. Prerequisite: CIS 166 and "C" or better in ENGL& 101.

CIS245 Business Information Systems 5 Credits Search Schedule

Introduces business information systems. Explores the role of software developers and database managers in developing, refining, and supporting these systems. Prerequisite: CIS 266.

CIS266 Introduction to Business Applications 5 Credits Search Schedule

Explores how to edit, present, and store data using object-oriented programming and relational databases. Prerequisite: CIS 166 and CIS 182.

CIS282 SQL Programming 5 Credits Search Schedule

Continues development of relational databases and associated services using Structured Query Language (SQL) in Microsoft SQL Server. Introduces transaction processing, stored procedures, indices, constraints, triggers, and views. Prerequisite: CIS 182 and CIS 166.

CIS284 Web Application Development 5 Credits Search Schedule

Introduces development of interactive web pages using ASP.NET server-side programming. Web programming with SQL databases, addresses security issues, develops web services, and introduces deployment to cloud services. Prerequisite: CIS 166, CIS 182, and CIS 185.

CNA120 Command Line Interface 5 Credits Search Schedule

Introduces the use of the Windows command line and PowerShell interfaces to manage and manipulate Windows Operating systems. Prerequisite: Eligible for MATH 092 and ENGL 090.

CNA122 Microsoft Server 5 Credits Search Schedule

Introduces the Microsoft Windows server operating system and Microsoft Client-Server networks. Includes implementation of a core Windows Server Infrastructure into host and compute environments. Prerequisite: CNA 120 or instructor's permission.

General Education Requirements

Communication

ENGL&101 English Composition I 5 Credits Search Schedule

Develops writing skills by focusing on strategies and techniques writers use to convey ideas, evaluate information, make a point, and participate in multiple discourse communities. Emphasizes both the process and the product of writing. This course was formerly known as WRIT 101, College Writing I. Prerequisite: Appropriate placement test scores OR appropriate completion of ENGL 095, ENGL 095X, or ENGL 098 OR concurrent enrollment in ENGL 110 with instructor's permission.
Distribution: AA, AAS, AS, DTA, COMMUNICATION, GER-CIS, AA-AAS-T-COMMUNICATION, AAS-COMMUNICATION: Reading/Writing, AAS-READING-WRITING

Computation

MATH&146 Introduction to Statistics 5 Credits Search Schedule

Covers basic probability, descriptive statistics, and inferential statistics. Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in or completion of MATH 095 and 096 with a "C" or better or appropriate placement.
Distribution: AA, AS, DTA, NATURAL SCIENCE, QUANTITATIVE, AA-AAS-T-QUANTITATIVE, AA-AAS-T-NATURAL SCIENCE

Human Relations Choose one of the following:

CMST&210 Interpersonal Communication: Diversity 5 Credits Search Schedule

Focuses on understanding and developing interpersonal communication skills needed to build and maintain healthy one-on-one relationships in both personal and professional contexts. Examines how diverse communication styles can impact relationships. Prerequisite: None.
Distribution: AA, AAS, AS, DTA, DIVERSITY, AAS-SPEAKING-LISTENING, AA-AAS-T-HUMANITIES, AAS-ADDITIONAL COMMUNICATION, AAS-HUMAN RELATIONS

CMST240 Intercultural Communication: Diversity 5 Credits Search Schedule

Introduces intercultural communication theories and concepts with applications. Explores the communication processes when people enter new cultural context or interact with people who have different cultural identities. Prerequisite: Eligible for ENGL 098 or ENGL& 101 or instructor's permission.
Distribution: AA, AAS, AS, DTA, DIVERSITY, HUMANITIES, NURSING HUMANITIES, AAS-SPEAKING-LISTENING, AAS-HUMAN RELATIONS, AA-AAS-T-HUMANITIES, AAS-ADDITIONAL COMMUNICATION

PSYC116 Psychology of Human Relations: Diversity 5 Credits Search Schedule

Introduces students to the psychology of human relationships. Examines how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors impact communication in a multicultural world. Prerequisite: Eligible for ENGL 098 or ENGL& 101.
Distribution: AA, AAS, AS, DTA, DIVERSITY, SOCIAL SCIENCE, NURSING SOCIAL SCIENCE, AAS-HUMAN RELATIONS, AA-AAS-T-SOCIAL SCIENCE

Diversity Requirement
Diversity-designated courses at South Puget Sound Community College provide opportunities for students to develop awareness of their own social and cultural identities, seek understanding of others, and cultivate skills to communicate across cultures and differences. All programs require the completion of a diversity course.

Effective Catalog Year 2020-2021

Revision Date:

May 11, 2020