Programming and Systems Analysis, Associate in Applied Science
Associate in Applied Science: AAS 3844
62-71 Credits
Program Contact
Prema Rayappa | 480-732-7230 | prema.rayappa@cgc.edu
Program Description
The Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Programming and Systems Analysis program provides an in-depth exploration of different computer language and technical skills. The AAS includes, but is not limited to the following: operating systems, local area networks, business communication, team roles, and dynamics. Certificate of Completions (CCLs) in Programming and Systems Analysis Level I and Level II and iOS App Development are also available.
Program Notes
Students must earn a grade of “C” or better for all courses required within the program. Overall program minimum GPA = 2.00.
Consultation with an Academic Advisor is recommended for course selection.
Courses within any of the following prefixes must be taken within five (5) years prior to completion of the program to be applied toward this award: AIM, BPC, CIS, CLD, CNT, CSC, ITS, and MST.
++ indicates any suffixed course may be selected.
Program Requirements
Program Prerequisites: None
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| CIS105 | Survey of Computer Information Systems | 3 |
| GBS151 | Introduction to Business | 3 |
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Linux Operating System | ||
| Red Hat System Administration I | ||
MST150++ | Any Microsoft Windows course | |
| CIS133DA | Internet/Web Development Level I | 3 |
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Programming Fundamentals | ||
| Object-Oriented Programming Fundamentals 1 | ||
| CIS166++ | Any Web Scripting course(s) | 3 |
| Select one of the following: | 3-4 | |
| Introduction to Networking | ||
| Introduction to Networks | ||
| Microsoft Networking Essentials | ||
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Business Systems Analysis and Design | ||
| Object-Oriented Analysis and Design | ||
| Management of Information Systems | ||
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Introduction to Oracle: SQL | ||
| MySQL Database | ||
| SQL Server Database | ||
| FYE101 | Introduction to College, Career and Personal Success | 1-3 |
| or FYE103 | Exploration of College, Career and Personal Success | |
| Select a programming language from below that best aligns with academic and professional goals (2 courses for a total of 6 credits) in one of the following areas: | 6 | |
| Python Programming: Level I and Python Programming Level II | ||
| Visual Basic Programming I and Visual Basic Programming II | ||
CIS162++ | Any C Programming: Level I course | |
& CIS262++ | Any C Programming: Level II course | |
| Java Programming: Level I and Java Programming: Level II | ||
| Advanced iOS Application Development | ||
& CIS165++ Any Mobile Application Development course | ||
| Restricted Electives | ||
| Students may not use courses from the Required Courses Area. | ||
| Select two of the following: | 6 | |
| Project Management Microsoft Project for Windows | ||
| Computer Game Development -Level I | ||
| Python Programming: Level I | ||
| Visual Basic Programming I | ||
CIS162++ | Any C Programming: Level I course | |
| Java Programming: Level I | ||
CIS165++ | Any Mobile Application Development course | |
| Computer Game Development - Level II | ||
| Python Programming Level II | ||
| Visual Basic Programming II | ||
CIS262++ | Any C Programming: Level II course | |
| Java Programming: Level II | ||
| Advanced iOS Application Development | ||
| Legal, Ethical and Regulatory Issues of the Internet Studies | ||
| General Electives | ||
| Core | ||
| First-Year Composition | ||
| ENG101 | First-Year Composition | 3 |
| or ENG107 | First-Year Composition for ESL | |
| ENG102 | First-Year Composition | 3 |
| or ENG108 | First-Year Composition for ESL | |
| Oral Communication | ||
| Any approved General Education course from the Oral Communication area | 3 | |
| Critical Reading | ||
| Select one of the following: | 0-3 | |
| College Critical Reading and Critical Thinking | ||
Or equivalent as indicated by assessment | ||
| Mathematics | ||
| Select one of the following: | 3-6 | |
| College Algebra/Functions | ||
| College Algebra/Functions | ||
| College Algebra/Functions | ||
| College Algebra/Functions with Review | ||
| College Algebra/Functions with Review | ||
| Distribution | ||
| Humanities, Arts and Design | ||
| Any approved general education course(s) from the Humanities, Arts and Design (HU) area | 3 | |
| Social and Behavioral Sciences | ||
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Macroeconomic Principles | ||
| Microeconomic Principles | ||
| Society and Business | ||
| Natural Sciences | ||
| Any approved general education course(s) in the Natural Sciences (Quantitative) (SQ) area or the Natural Sciences (General) (SG) area. | 4 | |
| Total Credits | 62-71 | |
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Students interested in pursuing an iOS Certificate of Completion (CCL) are recommended to take CIS150AB Object-Oriented Programming Fundamentals