Computer Information Systems: Programming Associate in Applied Science Degree
Livonia, USA
Associate of Applied Science
DURATION
2 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time, Part time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2026
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
As businesses and industries embrace new technology and procedures, the need for specially trained people accelerates. This program is designed to prepare the student for a position as an entry-level programmer. Students will learn to become proficient in following directions, analyzing problems, and writing step-by-step instructions so that the computer will efficiently process the data needed to solve these problems. Accuracy, persistence, patience, and the ability to communicate both orally and in writing are important characteristics a computer programmer should possess.
Students who satisfactorily complete all college and program requirements qualify for an associate in applied science degree.
Sample Schedule of Courses
First Year
Fall Semester
- CIS 115 - Introduction to Computer-Based Systems Credits: 3
- CIS 129 - Introduction to Programming Logic Credits: 3
Mathematics
Select one:
- MATH 113 - Intermediate Algebra for College Students Credits: 4
- MATH 126 - College Algebra Credits: 4
Humanities - Credits: 3-4
Select General Education Humanities course.
Recommended:
- COMA 103 - Fundamentals of Speech Credits: 3
English Communication - Credits: 3
Select first General Education English Communication course.
Recommended:
- ENG 101 - English Composition 1 Credits: 3
Total Credits: 16-17
Winter Semester
- CIS 178 - Technical Microsoft Windows Credits: 3
- CIS 225 - Database Management Systems Credits: 3
Science - General Education Science course Credits: 4-5
- CNT 115 - Cybersecurity Fundamentals Credits: 3
English Communication - Credits: 3
Select second General Education English Communication course.
Recommended:
- ENG 102 - English Composition 2 Credits: 3
Total Credits: 16-17
Second Year
Fall Semester
- CIS 211 - Introduction to C++ Credits: 2
- CIS 223 - Introduction to C# Credits: 3
- CIS 255 - Introduction to Linux Credits: 3
Elective - Select from list Credits: 6
Total Credits: 14
Winter Semester
- CIS 250 - Systems Development and Design Credits: 4
- CIS 290 - Object-Oriented Programming With Java Credits: 3
- CIS 221 - Advanced C++ Credits: 2
Elective - Select from list Credits: 2-3
Social Science - Credits: 3-4
Select General Education Social Science course.
Recommended:
- POLS 105 - Survey of American Government Credits: 3
- OR: PSYCH 153 - Human Relations Credits: 3
- OR: PSYCH 201 - Introductory Psychology Credits: 4
Total Credits: 14-16
Program Total: 60-64 Credits
Electives
- CIS 120 - Software Applications Credits: 3
- CIS 122 - Microsoft Outlook Credits: 2
- CIS 171 - Introduction to Networking Credits: 3
- CIS 180 - Spreadsheet Applications - Current Software Credits: 3
- CIS 185 - Introduction to HTML Credits: 3
- CIS 238 - JavaScript Credits: 3
- CIS 251 - IT Project Management Credits: 3
Not all courses are offered each semester. Students should work with an academic advisor to develop a schedule that will work for them. Students planning to transfer should check the transfer institution’s requirements/guides or discuss their options with an academic advisor. The number of credits may vary depending on the course selection.
