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2017-2018 College Catalog 
    
2017-2018 College Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Degree Map: Information Technology AAS, Programming Option


The degree map below is an example of how a full-time student can complete this degree in two years. You should see an academic advisor for a customized degree map that works for you.  To earn the Associate in Applied Science degree, you must achieve a grade point average of 2.0 (‘C’) as a minimum on all coursework required for the degree.

Note the Milestones below each semester.  Milestones are reminders of actions you should take during that semester to help keep you on track for degree completion. 

First Semester (Fall)

Course Number and Title Credit Hours
CSCI 1203 - Computer Concepts and Applications   3
CSYS 1203 - Introduction to Computer Programming   3
ENGL 1113 - Composition I   3
General Education Math requirement.  Select one course from the following:
BUSN 1353 - Business Mathematics  
MATH 1473 - Quantitative Reasoning (A)  or higher level Math
3
POLS 1113 - American Federal Government   3
Total Credit Hours 15

Milestones

  • Check academic calendar for important dates and deadlines impacting classes and financial aid.
  • To maintain financial aid eligibility, a student must maintain a cumulative GPA of 1.70 during the first 30 credit hours attempted.  See a financial aid counselor to determine your financial aid status.
  • Download MS Office from MyTCC.
  • Form a study group, join a student organization, or volunteeer at a community service site.
  • Visit the writing, math and science, or technology learning centers for free individual tutoring support services.
  • Meet with an academic advisor before enrolling for the next semester.

Second Semester (Spring)

Course Number and Title Credit Hours
CSCI 1263 - Network Fundamentals   3
CSCI 2473 - C Language   3
CSYS 1013 - HTML and CSS   3
CSYS 2643 - Database Design and SQL   3
General Education Communication requirement.  Select one course from the following:
ENGL 1213 - Composition II  
ENGL 2333 - Technical/Professional Writing  
ENGL 2343 - Business Communication I  
3
Total Credit Hours 15

Milestones

  • Check academic calendar for important dates and deadlines impacting classes and financial aid.
  • To maintain financial aid eligibility, a student must maintain a cumulative GPA of 1.70 during the first 30 credit hours attempted.  See a financial aid counselor to determine your financial aid status.
  • Meet with an academic advisor before enrolling for the next semester.
  • Visit Career Services by your 20th credit hour to explore career opportunities associated with this degree.

Third Semester (Fall)

Course Number and Title Credit Hours
CSCI 2133 - Introduction to JAVA   3
CSCI 2283 - Visual Basic   3
CSYS 2613 - C# Programming   3
HIST 1483 - U.S. History 1492 to the Civil War Era  or HIST 1493 - U.S. History - Civil War Era to the Present   3
Business requirement.  Select one course from the following:
BUSN 1053 - Introduction to Business  
MGMT 2363 - Principles of Management  
3
Total Credit Hours 15

Milestones

  • Check academic calendar for important dates and deadlines impacting classes and financial aid.
  • To maintain financial aid eligibility, a student must maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.0 if 31 or more hours have been attempted.  See a financial aid counselor to determine your financial aid status.
  • Meet with an academic advisor for a graduation check.
  • Visit Career Services to build your resume.

Fourth Semester (Spring)

Course Number and Title Credit Hours
CSCI 2843 - C++ Programming Language   3
Computer Information Systems requirement.  Select one course from the following:
CSYS 2413 - Advanced JAVA  
CSYS 2503 - ASP.NET  
CSYS 2783 - Advanced C# Programming  
3
Controlled Electives.  Select two courses from the following:
CSCI 2683 - Data Structures  
CSCI 2983 - Information Technology Capstone/Internship  
CSYS 2413 - Advanced JAVA  
CSYS 2503 - ASP.NET  
CSYS 2783 - Advanced C# Programming  
CSYS 2853 - Ruby  
6
General Education Communication requirement.  Select one course from the following:
COMM 1113 - Public Speaking  
COMM 2103 - Interpersonal Communication  
3
Total Credit Hours 15

Milestones

  • Check academic calendar for important dates and deadlines impacting classes and financial aid.
  • To maintain financial aid eligibility, a student must maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.0 if 31 or more hours have been attempted.  See a financial aid counselor to determine your financial aid status. 
  • Meet with an academic advisor to file for graduation.