Computer Information Systems AS

50% or more of this program can be completed online.

 4-Semester Pathway

Course Description

Skills for a changing and popular field

Technology is ever-changing and Jefferson's Computer Information Systems A.S. is built to provide a solid foundation in what companies are looking for in a computer professional and to provide a solid transfer path to a bachelor's degree program of your choice.

As a student, you’ll gain hands-on experience in business and computer information systems, how to create the systems and the appropriate structure. 

If you are in the program, you are required to buy or lease a computer for home use.

This program offers:

• Transfer readiness for a variety of IT and computer science bachelor's degrees - parallel to the first two years of a four-year degree
• Hands-on learning with seasoned faculty members
• Cost savings on general education classes

Learn to develop and customize computer technology

When you graduate with your Computer Information Systems (CIS) A.S. degree you will be able to:

• Develop skills in analysis and design for systems
• Build programs using an object-oriented approach
• Hone problem-solving skills and use algebraic methods
• Perform quantitative analysis
• Communicate effectively

Computer Requirements: Students entering this program are required to purchase or lease a professional computer system for home use. Computers are an integral part of all course instruction within the Computer Information Systems A.S. program.

Transfer to the bachelor’s program of your choice

Complete a Jefferson Computer Information Systems A.S. and choose from a wide range of transfer options, including SUNY universities and private colleges.

Formal transfer agreements with some institutions make transfer to specific programs especially smooth:

• Alfred State College
• SUNY Empire State College
• Rochester Institute of Technology
• Franklin University, various programs

Suggested 4-Semester Pathway

The four-semester pathway is intended for the typical college-ready student. Always look at placement scores, AP, and previous college credits to ensure proper placement in the first and subsequent semesters.

• Semester 1
• Semester 2
• Semester 3
• Semester 4

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Transfer to the bachelor's degree program of your choice

You will have many transfer opportunities to consider.  Many CIS graduates transfer to SUNY Polytechnic Institute with full junior status. Additionally, Jefferson has partnered with some select academic institutions and developed agreements that help students transfer smoothly to programs.

Currently, formal transfer agreements exist with:

• SUNY Empire State College
• Rochester Institute of Technology
• Franklin University - transfer programs include: Computer Science, B.S.; Digital Communication, B.S.; Information Technology, B.S.; Management Information Systems, B.S.

“Teaching in this discipline is like having the ground move under your feet. The material is ever changing.”Jack N. Donato
Professor of Computer Science