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Computer Information Systems
Solving challenges through information technology.
Today's employers are seeking highly skilled technology professionals who know how to use technology to improve the organization's competitive edge. Stevenson's Bachelor of Science in Computer Information Systems is designed for those seeking a technical career in support of organizations.
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Overview
Overview
Bachelor of Science
The Computer Information Systems major consists of core courses in applied programming, networking, and database design followed by an in-depth career-focused track. Many graduates of this program continue their education by pursuing a master's degree in business and technology management or forensic studies.
In 2014, our program became one of only six undergraduate programs, in the nation, to earn “The National Centers of Digital Forensics Academic Excellence” accreditation by Defense Cyber Crime Center (CD3.)
What Will You Learn?
- Articulate technology skills learned and applied during academic career.
- Perform those information technology tasks essential to chosen career path in application, network, or database design.
- Communicate with confidence and clarity technology ideas in team meetings and public forums.
- Demonstrate a professional competency in research, analysis, and business writing.
- Converse in the languages of application, network, and database design.
- Assess business problems using analytical and critical thought processes to identify the best technology solution.
- Pursue an IT career as a well-rounded technology professional, able to leverage talents and interests.
A complete listing of learning objectives for the Computer Information Systems program can be found in our Academic Catalog.
Learning ObjectivesWhy Study Computer Information Systems?
Whether your career goal is in software development, cyber security, or network design and support, Stevenson's Computer Information Systems degree will prepare you to become a confident communicator in the corporate boardroom as well as an asset to the company's IT department.
- Learn to assess business problems and select and implement the best technical solutions for organizational goals.
- Analyze and manipulate complex network infrastructures, and design and implement a network security plan.
- Design and develop software solutions not only for the Web but also for today's wireless devices.
- Secure networks and infrastructures to ensure the integrity of data and security of personal and corporate information.
- Apply knowledge of operating systems to construct various networking environments.
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Courses & Requirements
Courses and Requirements
The courses listed below are required for completion of the bachelor's degree in computer information systems. Students must also complete the requirements for the Stevenson Educational Experience (SEE).
Specific pre- and co-requisites for each course are listed in the course descriptions.
Major Requirements
FYS 100 First Year Seminar IS 135 MS Office Applications IS 140 Information Systems Architecture and Design IS 150 Relational Database Design and SQL with MS Access IS 170 Systems Development with UML IS 201 Management Information Systems IS 231 Network Technologies IS 240 Programming Concepts IS 260 Presentation Theory and Application IS 365 Writing for IS Applications MGT 210 Business Writing Take three of the following upper level courses:
IS 301 Principles of E-Commerce IS 320 Human-Computer Interaction IS 380 Information Security for the Organization IS 475 Special Topics in Information Systems IS 480 Technology Law IS 481 Project and Knowledge Management Take any two of the following Business electives:
ACC 140 Financial Accounting MGT 204 Principles of Management MKT 206 Principles of Marketing One 300-400 Level INBUS, MGT or MKT course Students must choose and complete the courses for one of the tracks listed below.
Computer Forensics Track
IS 232 TCP and IP Communication Protocols for Windows and UNIX IS 235 Advanced Windows Server Architecture & Administration IS 331 Cisco TCP and IP Routing IS 391 Incident Response and Investigation Methods IS 392 Information Systems Forensics Internals— Auditing IS 393 Forensic Evidence Collection Tools and Techniques IS 432 Network Security—Firewalls, IDS, and Counter Measures Network Design Track
IS 232 TCP and IP Communication Protocols for Windows and UNIX IS 235 Advanced Windows Server Architecture & Administration IS 331 Cisco TCP and IP Routing IS 332 High Speed Broadband Networks IS 335 Wireless LANs and Mobile Communication Systems IS 431 Exchange Server and Messaging Systems IS 432 Network Security—Firewalls, IDS, and Counter Measures Software Design Track
IS 241 C# Object Oriented Programming IS 252 Advanced SQL Query Design with Oracle & SQL Server IS 343 Web Architecture and Design Technologies IS 345 JAVA Programming IS 348 Advanced Business Applications IS 349 Service-Oriented Architecture and Dynamic Web Development IS 444 Wireless Application Development Last Updated: 06/25/2018
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Tracks & Minors
Tracks and Minors
Tracks
Computer Forensics Track
Upon completion of the computer forensics track, graduates will be able to:
- Analyze and manipulate complex network infrastructures.
- Design and implement a network security plan.
- Construct an incident response team.
- Evaluate an end-to-end computer forensics investigation.
- Carry out evidence collection according to established protocols.
- Assemble testimonial evidence to act as an expert witness at a trial.
Network Design Track
Upon completion of the network design track, graduates will be able to:
- Assess business problems and implement the best network solution.
- Apply knowledge of operating systems to construct various networking environments.
- Design messaging systems for problem reporting and resolution.
- Formulate secure network infrastructures in efficient topologies.
- Implement integrated voice and data services.
Software Design Track
Upon completion of the software design track, graduates will be able to:
- Assess business problems and select and implement the best programming language environment.
- Formulate software solutions for the desktop computing platform.
- Design software solutions for the Internet.
- Integrate database solutions with web and desktop applications.
- Develop software solutions for wireless handheld devices.
Minor
The minor in information systems requires successful completion of a minimum of six courses and 18 credits with an IS prefix. All course prerequisites must be met to be eligible to take the selected course for a minor. Please see an academic advisor for more information. General guidelines regarding minors may be found in the Minors section of the catalog.
BS/MS Option
The BS/MS option is available for students majoring in Computer Information Systems who wish to combine their bachelor’s coursework with work toward a master’s degree in one of Stevenson’s graduate programs. Students choosing this option may earn their master's degree in as little as one year after their bachelor's degree. Interested students must formally apply for entrance into a BS/MS option in their junior year. Once admitted into this program, students develop an educational plan in consultation with their undergraduate and graduate advisors. For more information on this program see the School of Graduate and Professional Studies catalog.
Last Updated: 06/07/2017
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