Computer Information Systems

Evan Enke, Department Chair and Program Coordinator
Email address: enkeeg@alfredstate.edu 

As more organizations install and employ computer networks, a need has developed for the “resident expert” to administer the system, install software, establish security, and train others. As a graduate of the computer information systems (CIS) program, you will be well positioned to serve that need with a foundation in programming, databases, and networking.

Advantages

• Students can complete the Cisco Certified Network Association curriculum and have a strong foundation to pursue professional certifications for CompTIA A+, Network+, and CCNA. The college has a Pearson Vue testing center.
• Our laboratories provide students with ample hands-on experience, giving them a considerable edge in the highly competitive computer and information technology job market.

Alfred State computer information systems graduates may enter directly into either the cyber security BTech, information technology: applications software development BTech, information technology: network administration BTech, information technology: web development BTech, the interdisciplinary studies BTech, or technology management BBA degree program.

To facilitate the transfer of graduates choosing to continue their education at the baccalaureate level, students are encouraged to make their intentions known to their academic adviser during their freshman year. Through the careful use of elective courses, students can realize excellent transfer credit.

Transfer into the information technology programs: network administration, web development, and applications software development will place them at junior status.

Employment and continuing education rate of 100 percent – 50 percent are employed; 50 percent continued their education.

Computer Engineering Technology
Computer Science
Cyber Security
Information Technology: Applications Software Development
Information Technology: Network Administration
Information Technology: Web Development

Entrance Requirements/recommendations

Required: Algebra, Geometry*
Recommended: Algebra 2
* Students who place into intermediate algebra will be required to take one additional mathematics course.

Required Course Prerequisites

If students do not place into MATH 1033 College Algebra, MATH 1084 Calculus I, MATH 1323 Quantitative Reasoning, 1034 College Algebra of Functions, 1054 Precalculus, or 2124 Statistical Methods & Analysis, then MATH 1014 Algebra Concepts is a required prerequisite for completion of the major.

Office of Accessibility Services

Students who believe they need a reasonable accommodation to properly participate in this program may contact Melanie Ryan in the Office of Accessibility Services. This office may be contacted by email at oas@alfredstate.edu  or by phone at 607-587-4506. Please keep in mind that some accommodations may take time to implement, so students seeking accommodations are encouraged to contact OAS as early as possible.

Required Equipment

A tier 2 laptop computer is required for students entering the computer information systems program. Laptop specifications are available at www.alfredstate.edu/required-laptops. 

Computer Information Systems - AAS Degree