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Accreditation

The Computer Information Systems Program is accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET, www.abet.org.

Program Educational Objectives for the Computer Information Systems Program

A few years after graduation, computer information systems graduates should be:

• contributing to economic development and society through the development and management of computer information systems for business and research
• advancing in their careers through their knowledge of computer information systems, communication skills and understanding of business and contemporary technological issues
• continuing their professional development through professional study and research

Learning Outcomes

At the time of graduation students should satisfy the following Learning Outcomes

• Students will demonstrate the ability to apply knowledge of computing and mathematics including programming, logic, calculus, probability and statistics, and discrete mathematics.
• Students will demonstrate an ability to analyze a problem and identify and define the computing requirements appropriate to its solution.
• Students will demonstrate the ability to design, implement, and evaluate a computer based system, process, component, or program to meet desired needs.
• Students will demonstrate the ability to function effectively on teams to accomplish a common goal.
• Students will demonstrate an understanding of professional, ethical, legal, security, and social issues and responsibilities associated with computing.
• Students will demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with a range of audiences.
• Students will demonstrate the ability to analyze the local and global impact of computing on individuals, organizations, and society.
• Students will demonstrate recognition of the need for and be able to engage in continuing professional development.
• Students will demonstrate the ability to use current techniques, skills, and tools necessary for computing practice.
• Students will demonstrate knowledge of business organizations and their use of information systems.

Major Map

A major map is a layout of required courses in a given program of study, including critical courses and suggested course sequences to ensure a clear path to graduation.

Major maps are only a suggested or recommended sequence of courses required in a program of study. Please contact your academic advisor for assistance in the application of specific coursework to a program of study and course selection and planning for upcoming semesters.

See College of Engineering and Computing  for entrance requirements, progression requirements, and special academic opportunities.

In addition to the general education requirements of the College of Engineering and Computing, a grade of C or better is required in all CSCE courses applied to the degree and in either MATH 174 or MATH 374. All required CSCE courses and courses taken as major electives are major courses and may not be counted toward a minor or application area. All other required courses and electives may be used for a minor or application area as appropriate. CSCE 101 and 102 are not major courses and may not be used for major credit.

1. Carolina Core (34-44 Hours)
2. Other General Education (21 Hours)
3. Lower Division Computing (15 Hours)
4. Computer Information Systems Major (27 Hours)
5. Minor in Business Information Management (24 Hours)