Computer Information Systems
Major in Computer Information Systems
Students completing the Computer Information Systems program earn a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a major in Computer Information Systems.
The Gary E. West College of Business Computer Information Systems (CIS) program is housed in Main Hall which contains four internet accessible computer labs available for CIS students. The curriculum provides instruction in all areas of CIS. Coursework is centered around programming, personal computers, and network operations.
Programming languages in the curriculum emphasize Microsoft Visual Studio, Database Management with a focus on Microsoft Sequel (SQL) Server, and Hypertext Markup Language (HTML). These programming languages provide CIS students with practical hands-on experience working with multiple software languages. Personal Computer (PC) skills are learned by understanding PC software and hardware. Networking knowledge is obtained by learning about data communications and industry standard models that regulate the communication between networked and loT devices.
Students graduating from CIS specialization are entering a job market offering numerous opportunities for employment such as:
- Programmers
- Application analyst
- Data analyst
- Database administrator
- Information systems manager
- IT consultant
- IT technical support officer
CIS careers are available in a wide variety of opportunities for all types of organizations and businesses around the world.
| Required Courses – Computer Info Systems Major | Credit Hours |
| West Liberty University General Studies | 37 |
| Gary E. West College of Business Core | 45 |
| CIS 340 Computer Programming & Logic | 3 |
| CIS 366 Data Communications | 3 |
| CIS 371 Advanced Visual Basic | 3 |
| CIS 450 Systems Analysis & Development | 3 |
| CIS 460 Management Information Systems | 3 |
| CIS 463 Business Modeling | 3 |
| CIS 482 Networking/Hardware | 3 |
| Restricted Computer Information Systems Electives (Choose 1) | |
| CIS 481 Web & Application Development | 3 |
| CIS 483 Database Design/SQL | 3 |
| Business Minor Course | 11 |
| Total | 120 |
Advising Sheets Computer Information Systems Major
Click below to see detailed course requirements for the B.S.B.A. with a major in Computer Information Systems. Current students can access their detailed requirements and completed courses in WINS, using DegreeWorks.
- Academic 4-Year Plan(s)
- BS – Computer Information Systems 4 Year Plan
Computer Information Systems Minor
The Computer Information Systems minor offers students the opportunity to develop a proficiency in computer information systems while maintaining an auxiliary focus in another area.
| Required Courses – Computer Information Systems Minor | Credit Hours |
| CIS 270 Fundamentals of Information Systems | 3 |
| CIS 271 Practical Computer Applications | 3 |
| CIS 340 Computer Programming & Logic | 3 |
| CIS 366 Data Communication | 3 |
| CIS 372 Database Management Systems | 3 |
| CIS 460 Management Information Systems | 3 |
| CIS 463 Business Modeling | 3 |
| Total | 20 |