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Submitter's Information

Name

Kidane Sengal

Title

Instructor

Region

Bay Area

College

San Jose City College

CTE Dean

CTE Dean's Name

Stevenson, J Edward

CTE Dean's Email

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Program Details

Program Title

Computer Information Systems - Computer Programming

Submission Type

Program Modifications (formerly substantial changes)

TOPs Code

Computer Information Systems (070200)

Projected Start Date

08/25/25

Catalog Description

The Department of Computer Information Systems (CIS) offers degrees and certificates in three major areas: Computer ProgrammingNetwork Administration, and Web Development. See the respective major sheets for additional information about the specific certificates and degrees. A grade of “C” or better is required in all certificate, major, and major elective courses.

The CIS Computer Programming Certificate and Degree Programs are designed to provide students with skills in computer programming to enable graduates to gain employment as an entry-level programmer. Courses will emphasize skills on how to organize a computer program, and how to program in several different languages such as Java and C++. An Associate in Science Degree and two levels of certificates are offered.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:

  1. Recognize the components that constitute a computer information system. Identify various hardware, software, data, computer number systems, and procedures.
  2. Demonstrate understanding of the impact and application of computers in business, government, and social organizations. Students solve common business problems with computer applications and the internet.
  3. Receive and process written and oral technology related information. Students Interpret technology communication concepts including wired and wireless networks, servers and clients, users interfaces, operating systems, applications, utilities, and programming languages.
  4. Recognize the influence of the Internet on business and terms relating to the World Wide Web. Students perform the fundamental functions that operating systems and applications software provides. Students demonstrate skills in word processing, spreadsheets, presentation graphics, and use of Internet. Students will recognize a programming language and demonstrate steps involved in developing an application.
  5. Demonstrate the ability to work and interact effectively in teams consisting of individuals with differing interests, gender, global backgrounds and professions.
  6. Demonstrate ability to exercise professional, ethical responsibility in the use of technology in society.
Enrollment Completer Projections

20 students

Program Proposal Attributes

Program Award Type(s) (Check all that apply)
  • A.S. Degree (S)
  • A.A. Degree (A)
Program Goal
  • Computer Programmer

Course Units and Hours

Total Certificate Units (Minimum and Maximum)

n/a

Units for Degree Major or Area of Emphasis (Minimum and Maximum)

21

Total Units for Degree (Minimum and Maximum)

61

Course Report

Program Requirements Narrative

Year 1 Fall = 15 units

Year 1 intersession = 3 units

Year 1 Spring = 15 units

Year 1 Summer =3 unit

Year 2, Fall = 12 units
Year 2, Spring = 15 units
TOTAL UNITS: 61 units

Program Requirements
CourseTitleUnitsYear/Semester
(Y1 or S1)

Required

CIS041

Introduction to Computer Information Systems

3Y1
CIS054C/C++ Programming
3
Y1
CIS055

Data Structures: Programming

3Y1
CIS059

Object Oriented Design and Programming

3Y1
CIS084

Java Programming

3Y1
CIS24CPython Programming
3Y1
CIS157Introduction to Unix/Linux
3Y1


21


Approved Major Electives



CIS14AInternet Principles and Protocols
3
CIS17A
3
CIS17B

Windows

3
CIS17C

Windows Server

3
CIS18AMicrosoft Windows Server Active Directory
3
CIS18BCCNAv7: Introduction to Networks
3
CIS18CCCNAv7: Switching, Routing, and Wireless Essentials
3
CIS022Database Technology
3
CIS023JavaScript Programming
3
CIS023AAdvanced JavaScript Programming
3
CIS036Web 2.0 Programming
3
CIS047Introduction to Web Development
3
CIS060Systems Analysis and Design
3
CIS062aintroduction to PC Hardware and Diagnostics
2
CISO62BA+ Core PC Hardware Technology
2
CIS062CA+ Core PC Operating Systems Technology
2
CIS158Linux System Administration
3
CIS160
Introduction to Information Systems Security
3
CIS164
Introduction to Cybersecurity: Ethical Hacking
3
CIS165
Digital Forensics Fundamentals
3
CIS140IT Technical Support Fundamentals
2
CIS141The Bits and Bytes of Computer Networking
2
CIS142
Operating Systems and Becoming a Power User
2
CIS143
System Administration and IT Infrastructure Services
3
CIS144IT Security: Defense Against the Digital Dark Arts
3
CIS087
Computer Systems, Architecture, and Organization
3

AS GE Pattern
27




Bay Area Regional Questions

Goal of Program

CTE

Include any other information you would like to share.

  We have been offering this program for more than 10 years. Now, we need to upgrade it to remove outdated courses and replace them with the latest technologies/ courses.

Please list similar programs at other colleges in the service area which may be impacted, including the name of the college, the name of the program that may be impacted, the name of the person you contacted and the outcome of that contact.

Mission College 

CIS-Computer Program: Certificate of Achievement? A.S. Degree


This is to update the existing AS degree program (CIS-Computer Program:   A.S. Degree)

 In the next two weeks, I will update 4 AS degree programs and 5 Certificate of Achievements and upload them as I compile the information.

Submission Details

Published at

11/13/24 - 11:56 AM

Status

Recommended

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KS

Kidane Sengal   ·  11/13/24

This is to update the existing AS degree program (CIS-Computer Program: A.S. Degree) In the next two weeks, I will update 4 AS degree programs and 5 Certificate of Achievements and I will upload them as I compile the information.