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| The Computer Information Systems Technology, Programming (CIS) Option, prepares students to work successfully in business computer applications, operations and programming. The student will study many computer related subjects. Students will find this program valuable if they want to use computer application software, operate different computers, network computers, and write computer programs for business applications in various operating systems. Students may enter the A.A.S. degree program directly or may elect to complete a certificate program first. |
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| What You'll Learn... |
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To use standard computer application software |
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To work in DOS, Windows, LAN, and multi-user environments |
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To operate a personal (IBM) computer and a mid-sized computer
(IBM AS/400) |
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To install and do maintenance on computer networks |
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To analyze and solve problems related to computer business applications |
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To write business application programs on different operating systems |
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| What You'll Earn... |
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A competitive salary with good opportunities for advancement |
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Employment opportunities in many computer-related fields in government agencies, small and large businesses, specialized computer companies, nonprofit agencies, and private consulting |
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The credentials to advance to a position as a system analyst, computer specialist or consultant |
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Strong status in the job market - Computer Information Systems Technology graduates are in demand |
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| Why You'll Succeed... |
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More than half of all jobs require education beyond high school |
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Employees with degrees tend to be more eligible for promotion.* |
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Associate degree holders generally earn more than high school graduates.* |
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College credit may be awarded for relevant work experience. |
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Many credits from an Associate Degree can be applied toward a Bachelor Degree |
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Direct transfer to a Bachelor Degree program at Wilmington College - click here to learn more... |
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* Studies from U.S. Department of Commerce, Bureau of Census |
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You can enroll in the Computer Information Systems Technology Programming Option on either a full-time or part-time basis. The length of time required to complete an Associate Degree depends on the number of courses you take each semester. Some students may need refresher courses at the basic or pre-tech level; other may receive transfer credit or credit for work experience. Delaware Tech operates on a semester system with new terms beginning in late August and mid-January, plus summer terms beginning at the end of May and in mid-June. You can start taking courses any semester or summer term; however, all technical courses may not be offered every term. This technology also offers diploma and certificate options in: COBOL Programming and RPG Programming. A Connected Degree program is also available. |
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Required Technical Courses |
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| Intro to Computers & Applications |
Windows Based Operating Systems |
Spreadsheet/Graphics Processing |
| Intro to Programming |
Microdatabase Programming |
COBOL & Advanced COBOL |
| RPG & Advanced RPG |
Systems Analysis & Design |
Visual Programming |
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| Macroeconomics |
Accounting I & II |
Composition |
| Technical Writing & Communication |
College Math & Statistics |
Business Statistics |
| Social Science Elective |
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Obtain an application by calling (302) 857-1020. Complete and return to the Terry Campus with a $10 application fee. Download Application here. |
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Take the College Placement Test (CPT) unless college-level math, reading, and English courses have been completed with a "C" grade or better. The CPT will determine appropriate placement and is scheduled by the Admissions Office. |
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Request that high school and/or college transcripts be sent to the Admissions Office.
Get the form to request transcripts here. |
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Meet with a Delaware Tech counselor to discuss CPT results. |
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Meet with an advisor to plan schedule. |
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Apply and register early for the best selection of courses. |
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| This career allows for specialization in many areas related to computer programming with a 90% placement rate. |
| Work in the CIS department's latest IBM eServer which is used extensively in eCommerce. |
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