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2023-2024 Undergraduate Catalog

May 03, 2024

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2023-2024 Undergraduate Catalog

Computer Information Systems (BS.CPS)

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Program Description

Vermont State University’s Bachelor of Science in Computer Information Systems program provides a broad foundation in computing skills necessary for workplace needs in both the software development and information technology industries. Students learn through an experiential approach supplementing lectures and discussion with hands-on labs. Required courses outside of the department, including Mathematics and Business, support interdisciplinary connections.

The program culminates in an internship and a capstone course. Graduates may seek employment as computer programmers, software engineers, or information technology professionals.

Program Outcomes

Design and develop websites and/or related web applications.

Design, build, and utilize databases in software solutions.

Demonstrate fluency in multiple high-level programming languages.

Create software solutions using the object-oriented paradigm.

Evaluate the information technology needs of an organization; including troubleshooting technical issues, maintaining the infrastructure, storing data, and securing proprietary information.

Program Core

Program Electives

Take 2 CIS courses at the 3000 level or higher that are not otherwise required for the major.

Credits Required for Program: 74-76

Important

To obtain a degree, students must fulfill the major-specific requirements as well as satisfy all other Degree Requirements including the General Education Requirements .