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of attaining the position of (1) computer programmer, (2)programmer/analyst, or with further study (3) computersystems analyst. Programmers are responsible for writinga detailed set of logically ordered instructions thattell the computer to perform the necessary tasks, in thecorrect sequence, to process data into useful information.Systems analysts are responsible for the analysisof existing systems and the design development andinstallation of new or redesigned systems that provideinformation necessary to successfully operate businessesand other organizations. Students receive sufficientbackground in business and accounting to seekentry-level employment in the information processingenvironment. This program articulates with the B.A.S.degree in Computer Technology offered by NAU-YumaBranch Campus.A. Required major courses:.................................. 20CIS 131 Database........................................................3CIS 180 Computer Programming Logic........................3CIS 200 Computer Programming: Visual BASIC...........4CIS 220 Computer Programming: C#...........................4CIS 260 Introduction to Operating Systems..................3CIS 295 Structured Systems Analysis and Design...........3B. Other departmental requirements:....................21Freshman Composition (ENG 101 and 102)............6Mathematics (MAT 151 College Algebra or higher)(required for B.A.S.)......................................................4Arts and Humanities................................................3Social and BehavioralSciences (ECN 250 see above)....................................3Physical and Biological Sciences..........................4Options (CIS 120 see above).......................................2D. General Electives:...................................................1***Dual application of courses, see p. 54 of the catalog.Total credits required for degree:.......................... 64COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMSCertificateMajor Code: CERT.CISYSContact: Business and Liberal Arts Division (928) 344-7689Program Purpose: Graduates will demonstrate basicknowledge in computer information systems that will preparethem to obtain an entry-level position within the field.Degrees & Certificatesa. Departmental Requirements:............................ 15ACC 211 Financial Accounting.....................................3BUA 100 Survey of Business........................................3orECN 250 Microeconomics (required for B.A.S.; alsosatisfies Social and Behavioral Sciences GE requirementbelow)..........................................................................3BUA 110 Business Application Concepts.......................3orCIS 121 Spreadsheets (required for B.A.S.)....................3CIS 120 Introduction to Computer Information Systems(***also satisfies Options GE requirement below) ................3MAT 172 Finite Mathematics.......................................3b. Departmental Electives:....................................... 6(CIS courses selected with the approval of departmentaladvisor)CIS 170 Microcomputer Installation andSupport (required for B.A.S.).........................................3CIS 270 Networking 1 (required for B.A.S.)..................3C. General education requirements:...................... 22Program Description: This program is for studentsseeking immediate entry-level employment in an officeenvironment or computer industry.A. Required major courses:.................................. 12ACC 211 Financial Accounting.....................................3BUA 100 Survey of Business .......................................3BUA 110 Business Application Concepts.......................3CIS 120 Introduction to Computer Information Systems.3B. Other departmental requirements:................... 20CIS 180 Computer Programming Logic........................3CIS 200 Computer Programming: Visual BASIC ..........4CIS 220 Computer Programming: C#...........................4CIS 260 Introduction to Operating Systems..................3CIS 295 Structured Systems Analysis and Design...........3CIS Electives................................................................3Total credits required for certificate:..................... 32AWC 2009–2010 C atalog87