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Pierce College District 11 Catalog, Program listing for 2003–2005

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This information dates from the 2003 - 2005 catalog. Not all information is completely up-to-date. If you have questions, contact us.

Computer Information Systems

Faculty (Fort Lewis): Phil Sheridan
  (Fort Steilacoom): Brian Martin, Donna Pagoria, Samuel Scott, Ab Van Etten
  (Puyallup): Maurice Rogers, Jay Smith
Degrees: Associate in Arts & Sciences
Associate in Database Management
Associate in Programming
Associate in Technical Support
Certificates: Computer Programming
Computer Network Administration
Computer Support

List of all Computer Information Systems (CIS) courses

See Catalog pg. 36-38

Please note: More information can be found on the CIS/CNE Web site at www.pierce.ctc.edu/cis.

Associate In Arts & Sciences

(a transfer degree toward Computer Education, Computer Engineering, Computer Graphics, Computer Science and Management Information Systems four-year programs)

Because requirements for transfer students vary greatly among four-year institutions, it is imperative that students contact their educational institution of choice regarding specific course needs and transferable credits. See a CIS advisor for assistance.

Associate In Database Management & Design

Students who seek an Associate in Database Management will learn programming theory and techniques, relational database concepts, data modeling, data and system security and the Structured Query Language. They will gain experience in maintaining and controlling information stored in a database and monitoring and allocating the data storage space available on a computer system. Graduates are qualified for entry-level database design and junior database administrator positions.

CIS Core Requirements (50 credits)

Database Requirements (48 credits; choose one track)

Database Core Requirements (specific to both tracks) (23 credits)

Oracle Database Requirements (Track A) (25 credits)

Microsoft SQL Server Database Requirements (Track B) (25 credits)

Business Requirements (5 credits)

General Requirements (15 credits)

Total Credits Required 118

Please note: Most of the courses have prerequisites. Please check the catalog for additional information.

Associate In Programming

Students who seek an Associate in Programming will learn the tools and techniques necessary to produce software products for both the business and scientific communities. They will take courses in computer languages, computer architecture, database, data communications and systems analysis and design. Graduates are qualified for entry-level computer programming positions.

Prerequisite: A proficiency level in typing of 35 wpm is recommended; or students may take OFFCE 111/112, Keyboarding, concurrently with CIS 121.

CIS Requirements (70 credits)

Select Five (25 credits) (must complete at least one language series)

Business Requirements (15 credits)

General Requirements (15-18 credits)

Total Credits Required 100-103

*Meets related instruction requirements for professional/technical programs

Associate In Technical Support

Students who select the technical support emphasis will gain knowledge in microcomputer systems, hardware and common software packages, including word processing, spreadsheet and database management. They will learn to train others to use hardware and software, as well as learn to troubleshoot hardware and software problems. Graduates are qualified for entry-level positions, including computer and computer lab technicians, computer held desk technicians, network administrators and microcomputer support analysts.

Prerequisite: A proficiency level in keyboarding of 35 wpm is recommended; or students may take OFFCE 111/112, Keyboarding, concurrently with CIS 121.

CIS Requirements (68 credits)

Business Requirements (15 credits)

General Requirements (15-18 credits)

Total Credits Required 98-101

*Meets related instruction requirement for professional/technical programs.

Certificate In Programming

Students entering the program should be able to type at least 35 wpm.

Computer Information Systems Requirements (25 credits)

Language Emphasis (15 credits)

Select one language from the following:

Business Requirements (15-18 credits)

Total Credits Required45-48

*Meets related instruction requirement for professional/technical programs. Please note that some courses have prerequisites.

Certificate In Computer Network Administration

Students entering the program should be able to type at least 35 wpm.

Computer Information Systems Requirements (35 credits)

Business Requirements (15-18 credits)

Total Credits Required 50-53

*Meets related instruction requirements for professional/technical programs

Certificate In Computer Support

Students entering the program should be able to type at least 35 wpm. Proficiency at the MATH 098 level or higher is required.

Computer Information Systems Requirements (33-35 credits)

Business Requirements (10-13 credits)

Total Credits Required 43-48

*Meets related instruction requirements for professional/technical programs