Azusa Pacific University
Computer Information Systems Minor
San Diego, USA
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LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
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STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Introduction
Program at a Glance
The School of Humanities and Sciences offers diverse well-rounded degree programs to prepare critical thinkers to make a difference in the world for Christ.
Program Information
- Program Units: 23-25
- Location: Azusa (Main Campus)
Gain Hands-on Experience
- Manage and apply technology in organizations.
- Focuses on the analysis, design, and implementation of information systems.
- Obtain a foundation in object-oriented and structured programming, modern operating systems, and database management and development.
Program Details
Graduate with a variety of technological skills needed by organizations and businesses today. The program comprises a fundamental understanding of the use, knowledge, function, installation, and maintenance of computers. Topics include database systems, computer information systems, web programming, accounting, and principles of management.
Admissions
Scholarships and Funding
2024-25 Academic Scholarships
| Scholarships | Amount | Class Standing | Renewability |
| Trustees’ Scholarship | Full Tuition | Incoming Freshman | Up to four years |
| President’s Scholarship | $24,000 per year | Incoming Freshman or Transfer | Up to four years |
| Provost’s Scholarship | $21,000 per year | Incoming Freshman or Transfer | Up to four years |
| Deans’ Scholarship | $20,000 per year | Incoming Freshman or Transfer | Up to four years |
| Directors’ Scholarship | $18,000 per year | Incoming Freshman or Transfer | Up to four years |
| Mary Hill Award | $14,000 per year | Incoming Freshman | Up to four years |
Curriculum
Requirements
CIS Core Courses
- Introduction to Computer Science I
- Introduction to Computer Science II
- Fundamentals of Network Administration
- Telecommunications and Interfacing
Electives
- Impact of Social Media
- Writing 2: Entrepreneurial Tech Start-ups
Total Units 23-25
Program Outcome
Program Learning Outcomes
- Analyze a complex computing problem and apply principles of computing and other relevant disciplines to identify solutions.
- Design, implement, and evaluate a computing-based solution to meet a given set of computing requirements in the context of the program’s discipline.
- Apply computer science theory and software development fundamentals to produce computing-based solutions.
Career Opportunities
- Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers - Develop and execute software tests to identify software problems and their causes. Test system modifications to prepare for implementation. Document software and application defects using a bug tracking system and report defects to software or web developers. Create and maintain databases of known defects. May participate in software design reviews to provide input on functional requirements, operational characteristics, product designs, and schedules.
- Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians - Apply electrical and electronic theory and related knowledge, usually under the direction of engineering staff, to design, build, repair, adjust, and modify electrical components, circuitry, controls, and machinery for subsequent evaluation and use by engineering staff in making engineering design decisions.
- Engineering Technologist and Technicians
- Non-Destructive Testing Specialists - Test the safety of structures, vehicles, or vessels using x-ray, ultrasound, fiber optic or related equipment.
- Photonics Technicians - Build, install, test, or maintain optical or fiber optic equipment, such as lasers, lenses, or mirrors, using spectrometers, interferometers, or related equipment.
- Non-Destructive Testing Specialists - Test the safety of structures, vehicles, or vessels using x-ray, ultrasound, fiber optic or related equipment.