Computer Information Systems

Programs

Associate in Applied Science

The CIS (Computer Information Systems) degree at John A. Logan College prepares students for a variety of options in information technology. This degree is for students who want to work in a computer environment and work with computer applications as well as administer a network. Students will learn important concepts about operating systems while applying skills and knowledge to support computers in a business environment or an IT position. The CIS degree concentrates on computer applications and networking rather than business office practices. Firewalls and VPNs will also be addressed through National Institute Standards and Technology guidelines used by businesses and information technology professionals. MOS certifications can be obtained with this degree.

For students who wish to transfer to SIU, this degree will capstone to the Information Systems Technologies and Healthcare Management degree.

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What You Can Do

Computer and information systems managers plan, coordinate, and direct computer-related activities in an organization. Most computer and information systems managers work full-time, some work part-time, and they help determine the information technology goals of an organization and are responsible for implementing computer systems to meet those goals.

Jobs

Information Security Analyst

Earning Potential

Example: Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Automotive Body and Glass Repairers, at https://www.bls.gov/ooh/computer-and-information-technology/information-security-analysts.htm

Modes of Instruction
Learn more about the modes of instruction offered at John A. Logan College.

Program Details

CIS 0400

FIRST YEAR – FALL SEMESTER

ORI 100	College 101	1
CIS 200	Network Essentials	3
CIS 206	Managing Network Environment I	3
OFT 207	Computer Application for Business	3
ENG 101	English Composition I ¹ OR ENG 113 Professional Technical Writing¹	3
MAT 120	Elementary Statistics OR MAT 119 OR BUS 111 Business Mathematics ²	3
		16

FIRST YEAR – SPRING SEMESTER

ACC 100	Business Accounting OR ACC 200 Financial Accounting I	3
OFT 120	Database Management	3
CIS 208	Security Awareness	3
CIS 209	Introduction to Cybercrimes	3
CIS 230	Operating Systems	3
		15

SECOND YEAR – FALL SEMESTER

BUS 110	Introduction to Business	3
OFT 104	Spreadsheet Design	3
CIS 216	Cloud Technology ³	3
CIS 171	Introduction to Scripting	4
PHL 121	Introduction to Logic	3
		16

SECOND YEAR – SPRING SEMESTER

OFT 220	Advanced Spreadsheet Design ³	3
CIS 231	Firewalls and VPN’s	3
ECO 201	Introduction to Macroeconomics OR ECO 202 Introduction to Microeconomics	3
COM 115	Speech OR COM 116 Interpersonal Communication	3
ELECTIVE	Elective ⁴	3
		15

Total Hours for Degree

Notes and Information

Requires a grade of “C” or higher. ↩︎
Or any higher level MAT course. ↩︎
These courses have a prerequisite. ↩︎
Students may choose electives from the following classes: CIS 213 Penetration Testing OR ELT 218 Introduction to Network Technologies ↩︎

^*OFT 115 or equivalent is a recommended prerequisite for this program. Students who do not meet prerequisite should take OFT 115 their first semester of enrollment.

Students planning to capstone with SIU should follow the appropriate capstone curriculum guide.

Fall Only Courses	Spring Only Courses
CIS 200	CIS 209
CIS 206	OFT 220
CIS 216	CIS 231
CIS 225

The Computer Information Systems Program is a minimum of 62 credit hours. Please use our Tuition and Fees page to calculate your approximate cost.

*Students will be responsible for additional classroom materials and tools.

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John A Logan College is accredited through the Higher Learning Commission. For more information on programs with specialized accreditations please visit Programs with Specialized Accreditations – John A. Logan College (jalc.edu).

John A Logan offers a seamless transfer to the next step in your educational journey for many of our programs. Our academic programs prepare you for what you will need to transfer to a four-year college or university. When you have selected the college where you would like to transfer, it is important to review their specific admission and course requirements. John A Logan College has many articulation agreements with various colleges.

Transfer Planning – John A. Logan College (jalc.edu)

Design and implement a wired and wireless network
Secure devices within wired and wireless networks
Understanding and complying with applicable federal, state, and local statues
Use scripting languages for system management and automation
Managing and maintaining current Operating Systems