2019-2020 Course Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Computer Information Systems, AAS
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The Computer Information Systems program is intended for the student who is interested in an entry-level programming career in software development, front-end development, database applications or other roles in quality assurance, testing or other technology-related positions.
The CIS degree will enable a student to study a variety of areas related to computer programming and associated applications. This program emphasizes flexibility to allow a student to select languages that relate to specific areas of interest. It is also possible for the student to take coursework from several different but related areas of study. For example, many applications use databases as an integral part of their business or develop web-based applications. These combined skills will give the student a more marketable background in this competitive field.
Information Technology careers require more diversity of skills and abilities than in the past. This is especially true of the career opportunities in the computer programming fields. Employers are looking for employees with a variety of skills in related areas and the ability to learn new technologies. Many projects today require a variety of computer-related skills and business knowledge. This degree will address those demands through more flexible course selection and exposure to a variety of programming skills and tools.
More information concerning this program is available online at https://www.dmacc.edu/it/Pages/cis.aspx.
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Locations: Ankeny, Urban
Selected courses in this program are offered at other campuses. Students may start any semester.
Program Entry Requirements
- Complete an application for admission.
- Satisfy the assessment requirement.
- Attend any required information/registration session.
Graduation Requirements
To earn a Computer Information Systems AAS, a student must complete all coursework as prescribed and maintain a 2.0 grade point average. Option 1 - Select 3 Credits
Option 2 - Select 3 Credits
Option 3 - Select 3 Credits
Semester 4
- Select from CIS, DAT, INF, MDT, or WDV not already used in the program Credits: 6
- Any AAS degree Distributed Credits: 6
- Select from Option 4 Credits: 3
Option 4 - Select 3 Credits
Total Credits Required to Complete the Degree - 64
Fixed Costs
Tuition……………………………………………………………………………………..$160.00 per credit
The costs for each program are estimates and subject to change.
Varied Costs
| Costs | Semester 1 | Semester 2 | Semester 3 | Semester 4 | | Books (approximate) | 680 | 625 | 725 | 650 |
Approximate total for program: $12,920**
**Program entry requirements are not included in the total approximate cost. What Kind of Work Will You Do?
You may work as an entry-level junior programmer or assistant programmer. Tasks may include: Analyzing problems and design solutions. Writing computer software for a variety of business applications. Maintaining computer software applications. Testing software applications. Assessing and identifying user’s needs. Using a variety of information technology skills to design, create and implement business solutions.
What Skills and Abilities Will You Need?
Ability to understand problem and design an appropriate solution. Communicate verbally and in writing. Be self-motivated. Adapt to emerging technologies. Concentrate for long periods of time. Work in a team environment. Meet deadlines
What Else Should I Consider about this Program or Career Choice?
Coursework represents current development techniques and technologies which are rapidly, and you will learn new technologies often in an Information Technology career. You will have a skilled trade. Consider additional courses in related areas such as SQL Application Development, Java Application Developer, C# Application Developer, C++ Application Developer, Web Development, Graphic Arts and additional programming courses, etc. Employers value experience, which many students gain through internships and IT Club projects
What are the salary expectations?
The median annual wage for computer programmers was $87,530 in May 2017. The median wage is the wage at which half the workers in an occupation earned more than that amount and half earned less. The lowest 10 percent earned less than $47,090, and the top 10 percent earned more than $132,530. Most computer programmers have a bachelor’s degree; however, some employers hire workers with an associate’s degree. Most programmers specialize in a few programming languages. Software developers usually have a bachelor’s degree in computer science and strong computer programming skills. In May 2017, the median annual wage for applications software developers was $101,790. The median annual wage for systems software developers was $107,600 in May 2017. Employment of software developers is projected to grow 24 percent from 2016 to 2026, much faster than the average for all occupations. The main reason for the rapid growth is a large increase in the demand for computer software. Salary Information Source: U.S. Bureau Of Labor Statistics http://www.bls.gov/home.htm. Related Certificates: Java Application Developer, C# Application Developer, C++ Application Developer, SQL Application Developer, Informatics, and Computer Languages Diploma. Completion of the related certificate combined with the CIS AAS degree can increase employment opportunities. Program Competencies
- Write pseudocode using programming logic and basic algorithms
- Demonstrate knowledge of introductory business concepts.
- Write pseudocode to design coding solution.
- Design and implement an application to store query and update data, including an ER diagram.
- Create SQL commands for data manipulation
- Create procedures, functions and triggers to use in a database
- Build a basic web site development including HTML, CSS and JavaScript
- Design and implement an application using current software technologies and techniques in an Objected-Oriented language
- Design and implement an application using current software technologies and techniques in a second language
- Implement current and emerging software, software development techniques and technologies
- Write programming solutions using various data structures
- Demonstrate good programming practices and code documentation
- Work as a team member using software development technology and concepts
- Communicate verbally and in writing
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DMACC offers career and technical programs in the following areas of study:
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Individuals who believe they have been discriminated against may file a complaint through the College Discrimination Complaint Procedure. Complaint forms may be obtained from the Campus Provost’s office, the Academic Deans’ office, the Judicial Officer, or the EEO/AA Officer, Human Resources. ADA questions and concerns may be directed to the Section 504/ADA Coordinator at 2006 S. Ankeny Blvd, Bldg 6, Ankeny, IA 50023, phone 515/964-6857, sgbittner@dmacc.edu. Title IX questions and concerns may be directed to the Title IX Coordinator at 2006 S. Ankeny Blvd, Bldg 1, Ankeny, IA 50023, phone 515/964-6216, title9@dmacc.edu. Question or complaints about this policy may be directed to the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Citigroup Center, 500 W. Madison, Suite 1475, Chicago, IL 60661, phone 312/730-1560, tax 312/730-1576..
Legal references: Iowa Code §§ 216.6 and 216.9, Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 U.S. C. §§ 2000d and 2000e), the Equal Pay Act of 1973 (29 U.S.C. § 206, et seq.), Title IX (Educational Amendments, 20 U.S. C. §§ 1681-1688), Section 504 (Rehabilitation Act of 1973, 29 U.S. C. § 794), and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (42 U.S.C. § 12101, et seq.).(2018)
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