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BC3 Academic Catalog: 2008-2009 
    
BC3 Academic Catalog: 2008-2009 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Computer Information Systems, A.A.S.


Network & PC Specialist Option

The curriculum provides experience in working with microcomputers and networks, including both systems and application software, and PC networking. Graduates of this program may seek employment as Computer Technician, Data Analyst, Network Specialist or Operator.

Employees in such positions would install and upgrade PC and network software and hardware, troubleshoot and correct network communication and printing problems, and assist users in working with the network.

Minimum - 64 credits


Note(s):


* Course has a prerequisite

a Prerequisite: Satisfactory score on college placement exams or completion of preparatory courses.
b Prerequisite: Intro to Microcomputing (COMP 210) or successful completion of exemption test.

Programming Specialist Option


This program provides training in the theory and practices of computer information systems with emphasis on top-down and object-oriented program design principles. Students will learn to program in procedural languages, object-oriented languages, and visual languages. A graduate of this program seeks employment as Programmer, Maintenance Programmer, Programmer/Analyst, System Analyst, Software Engineer, Quality Assurance Software  Specialist, or Application Developer.

Minimum - 63 credits


Note(s):


* Course has a prerequisite.

a The Mathematics elective must be MATH 100 or above.

b Prerequisite: Satisfactory score on college placement exam or completion of Preparatory course.

c Prerequisite: Intro to Microcomputing (COMP 210) or successful completion of exemption test.