# Computer Information Systems (Associate of Science Degree (AS))

Santa Barbara City College · 2026-2027 Catalog · Department: Computer Information Systems

Source: https://catalog.sbcc.edu/academic-departments/computer-information-systems/computer-information-systems-as/

### Overview

Computer Information Systems (CIS) provides students with a broad background in the application of computers to the emerging needs of business and industry. CIS courses prepare students for entry-level positions in computer programming, systems analysis, computer operations and network management, information systems management, and sales and technical information positions.

### Requirements

**Associate Degree Graduation Requirements**

Complete all of the following:

1.  All Major Requirements listed below with a “C” or better or “P” in each course (at least 20% of the major requirements must be completed through SBCC).
2.  One of the following General Education options:
    1.  OPTION 1: SBCC General Education pattern OR
    2.  OPTION 2: Cal-GETC pattern
3.  A minimum of 60 semester units of degree-applicable college credit (SBCC courses numbered 100 and higher and C1000 and higher).
4.  Maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher in degree-applicable coursework.
5.  A minimum of 12 units through SBCC.

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| **Major Requirements** | |  |
| **Required Core** | |  |
| CIS 101 | Introduction to Computers and Information Systems | 4 |
| CIS 107 | Introduction to Database Systems | 4 |
| CIS 119 | Introduction To Programming Using Visual Basic | 4 |
| CIS/ENG 181 | Technical And Professional Writing | 3 |
| CIS 201 | UNIX/LINUX System Administration | 4 |
| or CIS 206 | MS Windows Server System Administration |  |
| CIS 218 | MS Windows Desktop System Administration | 4 |
| CIS 243 | Systems Analysis and Design 1 | 4 |
| CIS 245 | IT Project Management | 3-4 |
| or CIS 246 | Management of Information Technology |  |
| CNEE 110 | Networking Essentials | 4 |
| **Optional:** | |  |
| ↳ CIS 290 | Work Experience In Computer Information Systems |  |
| **Total Units** | | **34.00-35.00** |

1. Students who completed CIS 240 are not required to complete CIS 243 Systems Analysis and Design.

### Learning Outcomes

1.  Describe the role of and explain the value of operating systems, databases, programming and project management in IT.
2.  Participate on an IT project team as a programmer, database designer, or system administrator.

### Recommended Sequence

Make an appointment with your SBCC academic counselor through Starfish to create a Student Education Plan that reflects a recommended course sequence for this program that is tailored to your individual needs.

How to schedule an Academic Counseling appointment.