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Computer Information Systems (Bachelor's Degree)
Computer Information Systems Fundamentals
Network and computer systems administrators install, configure and support an organization’s network systems.
- comprehensive curriculum emphasizes:
- network analysis
- design
- installation
- management
- security
- troubleshooting
- CIS program offers professional certificationshas through partnerships with software and hardware companies
Our Faculty
- are innovative and interactive
- use multimedia technology to compliment hands-on instructional approach
Akron Advantage
Real-world Experience
The Department of Business Technology has well-equipped computer and network technology labs. The varied hardware and software allows you to experience different systems platforms and applications.
Gain practical professional experience through UA's optional cooperative education program. Through co-op, you’ll alternate semesters of work and school while earning a competitive salary.
Recent placements include:
- Lubrizol
- Go-Jo
Industries - Veterans Administration Hospital
- Diebold
Sample Curriculum
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Information Systems — Networking Option
| First year | Third year | ||
| English | 4 | Advanced Routing | 4 |
|
Elements of Mathematics I and II or |
4 | Wireless Networking | 3 |
| Internet Tools | 3 | System Administration I, II | 6 |
| Essentials of Mgmt. Technology | 3 | Technical Mathematics III | 2 |
| Intro to Business in the Global Env. | 3 | Technical Physics: Mechanics I | 2 |
| Operating Systems | 3 | Area Studies (200 level) | 2 |
| Elements of HR Management | 3 | Remote Access | 4 |
| Technical Report Writing | 3 | Network Authentication and Security | 3 |
| Human Relations | 3 | Technical Physics: Electricity & Magnetism |
2 |
| Survey of Basic Economics | 3 | Natural Science Elective | 4 |
|
Introduction to Public Speaking or |
3 | Total | 32 |
| Total | 35-37 | Fourth Year |
|
| Multilayer Switching |
4 | ||
| Second Year | Voice, Data, Video |
3 | |
| Basic Accounting I | 3 | Network Monitoring and Management |
3 |
| Web Site Administration | 3 | Humanities in the Western Tradition I |
4 |
| Networking Basics | 3 | Area Studies (300 level) | 2 |
| Router and Routing Basics | 3 | Network Troubleshooting | 4 |
| Hardware Support | 3 | Current Topics in Computer Information Systems | 3 |
| Basic Accounting II | 3 | Introduction to Ethics |
3 |
| Switching Basics and Intermediate Routing |
3 | Physical Education Elective | 1 |
| WAN Technologies | 3 | Humanities Elective | 3 |
| Computer Information Systems Internship |
3 | Free Elective |
3 |
| Server Hardware Support | 3 | Total | 33 |
| Total | 30 |
Career Opportunities
Degrees and Preparation
A degree in computer information systems paves the way to careers as:
- programmer trainees
- programmer/analysts
- software developers
- computer operators
- network specialists in business, industry and government organizations
Career Outlook
Computer systems administration is ever-changing and fast-growing.
Center for Career Management
Creates links among students, alumni and local professionals. You will have access to:
- Career Resource Library
- co-op/internships through Career Advantage Network
- computer stations for resume writing and employment research
- UA Career Fairs
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