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computer information specialist


Program Hours: 804
Completion Time: 3 Quarters
Day Classes: 9 Months
Night Classes: 13.5 Months

The Computer Information Specialist program prepares students for
a career in a variety of industries using a multitude of software programs. Business communication, professionalism, and productivity are integrated throughout the program.


Sample Program Sequence

Course Requirements
Quarter
Credits

First Quarter
CIS101 Computer Fundamentals 2
CIS120 Spreadsheets and Database Applications 4
BUS115 Business Communication 3
GEN105 Group Dynamics 3

Second Quarter
CIS125 Business Graphics and Software Integration 2
CIS131 Advanced Spreadsheets 2
CIS135 Advanced Database Applications 2
CIS108 Word Processing 2
BUS100 Business Organization and Management 4

Third Quarter
CIS141 Administrative Technologies 2
CIS138 Multimedia Business Presentations 2
CIS151 Web Design I 3
BUS181 Project Management 3
BUS190 Professional Career Development 1
GEN111 Oral Communication 3
38 credit hours required for graduation
Partial Listing of Courses

Advanced Spreadsheets Software such as Excel is used to build complex worksheets and to conduct “what if” analyses.

Advanced Database Applications Database management software such as Microsoft Access is used to develop and implement database systems, multiple database query files, and reports.

Business Graphics and Software Integration Students learn to prepare business presentations using a software package such as Microsoft Power Point and to effectively integrate graphics, spreadsheets, word processing and database management applications.

Multimedia Business Presentations Students develop, design, and deliver purposeful and effective business presentations using multimedia and online data services.

Web Design I Hands-on introduction to concepts of web design through the use of powerful design software, such as Dreamweaver, Fireworks, and GoLive. Includes working with tables and frames, objects and images, symbols and instances, and adding animation image maps, rollovers, and animated GIFs.

Administrative Technologies Students integrate decision-making skills and administrative technologies to facilitate professional operations and enhance productivity. Topics include scheduling and event planning, records management and office procedures, and electronic communications and research.