Computer Information Systems
A.S. Degree Major Computer Science · Santiago Canyon College · 2025-2026 Catalog
The Associate of Science degree in Computer Information Systems is concerned with the development of procedures which are effective and efficient, computer languages suitable for starting these procedures, and systems for executing the procedures. This may include the ability to write programs in Visual BASIC, C++ or Java and applications such as Excel. Graduates of the program are prepared for employment as trainees in information systems, computer programming, and systems analysis. Completion of the degree provides background for curriculum at a four-year institution such as the California State University system at Fullerton or Pomona. Students intending to obtain a bachelor’s degree in Computer Information Systems should consult the major requirements for upper-division standing listed under the Business Administration major at the school of their choice.
Program Courses & Requirements
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Information Systems, AS: Complete all of the following | 22-23 | |
| Major requirements | 19 | |
| ACCT 101 | Financial Accounting | 4 |
| BUS 150 | Introduction to Information Systems and Applications | 3 |
| BUS 105 | Legal Environment of Business | 3 |
| CIS 106 | Microsoft Excel | 3 |
| CMPR 105 | Visual BASIC Programming | 3 |
| CMPR 112 | Java Programming | 3 |
| CMPR 120 | Introduction to Programming | 3 |
| Select one (1) course from the following | 3-4 | |
| : Complete all of the following | 19 | |
| ACCT 102 | Managerial Accounting | 4 |
| CIS 103 | Microsoft Word | 3 |
| ACCT 100 | Accounting for Small Business | 3 |
| CIS 108 | Microsoft Access | 3 |
| CMPR 121 | Programming Concepts | 3 |
| CMPR 213 | C# Programming | 3 |
| : Complete at least one of the following rules | 3-6 | |
| CIS 110 | Introduction to Microsoft Project | 3 |
| PBLC 110 | Introduction to Microsoft Project | 3 |
Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate knowledge and practice of CIS systems and computer science.
- Demonstrate knowledge of software applications.