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2020-2021 College Catalog 
    
2020-2021 College Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Computer Information Systems (AS)


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Division of Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics

This program is designed to prepare students for employment in the computer information industry or to transfer and pursue a baccalaureate degree in computer information or any related field.

Computer courses give the students a sound background in computer programming, data modeling and database design, computer networks, web design and development, accounting and financial skills.

Upon successful completion, the Associate in Science Degree in Computer Information Systems is awarded.

Program Learning Outcomes

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credits: 17


First Year: Semester 2


credits: 17


credits: 16


Second Year: Semester 2


credits: 18/19


Total Credits: 68/69


Program Notes


The program qualifies as an Alternative Transfer Agreement (MassTransfer) with select public institutions in Massachusetts. For more information, visit www.mass.edu/masstransfer.

 

Competency in mathematics is a MassBay graduation requirement. Prior to graduation, students must demonstrate competency at 100-level math. This may be accomplished by an appropriate placement test score or completion of a 100-level mathematics course or higher, except mathematics courses with a MAC prefix.

Humanities Electives:


Art, Communications,English (EN 103 or Higher), Film, Foreign Language, Humanities, Literature, Music, Oral Communication, Philosophy, Photography, Sign Language, Theater Arts

Social Science Electives:


Anthropology, Economics, Geography, Government, History, Law, Psychology, Sociology

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