The Associate of Applied Science in Computer Information Systems degree prepares students
to solve problems in this ever-changing and growing field. This program presents many
opportunities for a student proficient in both software applications and business
problem-solving.
Why computer information systems?
The development and use of computers in business and industry creates an ever-increasing
demand for highly qualified professionals to formulate and solve the problems of today
and the future, involving programming languages and software applications, as well
as computer operations.
The United States Office of Technology Assessment estimates that 80 percent of all
jobs are computer-related. The skills acquired in this program will be directly applicable
in a wide variety of businesses and industries, including manufacturing firms, computer
centers, government agencies, accounting firms, microcomputer support firms, transportation
industry, financial firms, legal firms, banking industry and training firms.