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This program is an interdisciplinary program which combines courses from Information Technology, Health Information Technology, and Biology. It is the study of how health data is collected, stored and communicated, how data is used for administration and clinical decision making and how computers and telecommunications can be applied to support those processes. Students completing this program can expect to work doing computer support in the medical field. Students can find careers in Medical Records, Tele-monitoring, CT-MRI & PET scan data analysis, Medical Sensors, and other specializations. This AS degree is intended for transfer to NJIT’s Medical Informatics program.
Graduates will be able to:
General Education:
In addition to the program-specific outcomes listed above, students completing the Associate degree programs are required to demonstrate proficiency in the General Education learning outcomes. Specific outcomes may vary by program; please refer to the program requirements below.
A. Depending upon a student's placement or for transfer purposes, this program may have pre-requisite(s). See a pathway coordinator or student development specialist for advisement.
B. For CIS 294 Internship Program, students must have a 3.0 GPA and recommendations from a CIS full-time faculty.
C. It is recommended that students enroll in their first WI course upon completion of EN 101.
This course is an introduction to the basic structural and functional relationships of the human body at the cellular, organ and system levels, including the major histological and gross anatomical structures of the skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems. Anatomy is emphasized in the laboratory. Knowledge of chemistry required.
- General Education Course
College level math
College level English
Fall, Spring, Summer
This course introduces students to a current Linux operating system distribution. Topics include customization, managing user accounts, using operating system utilities, managing files, multitasking, installing and running applications, installing device drivers and new hardware, setting up a network, installing Linux, security, and performing basic system maintenance and troubleshooting.
- General Education Course
CIS 101 - Computer Concepts and Applications
OR
CIS 107 - Information Technology Fundamentals and Applications
OR
CIS 108 - Programming Fundamentals
Fall, Spring
This course provides IT students with an introduction to information technology fundamentals encompassing both hardware and software. An emphasis is placed on the system unit components, peripheral devices, and systems and applications software. Topics include: CPU, RAM, machine cycle, data representations, number systems, operating system characteristics, utility programs, language translators, communication devices, media, and networks. Students learn how to: effectively search the Internet for information, use Microsoft Windows, and use Microsoft productivity software (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
Fall, Spring
This course introduces the students to the core of programming basics. Topics include data types, control structures, algorithm development, and program design with functions via the Python programming language. It discusses the fundamental principles of Object-Oriented Programming, as well as in-depth data and information-processing techniques. Students will analyze, design, and solve problems. They will explore real-world software development challenges and create practical and contemporary applications.
MA 025 - Accelerated Algebra
OR
MA 025B - Algebra B
Fall, Spring
This course focuses on the stages of the writing process and includes a formal research paper. A variety of writing and reading assignments are designed to develop analytical and critical-thinking skills.
- General Education Course
College Level or with applicable co-requisite
Fall, Spring, Summer
This course studies the major anatomical and functional aspects of the endocrine, circulatory, respiratory, digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems, as well as nutrition, metabolism, and acid-base balance, and homeostatic mechanisms. Laboratory exercises include anatomical dissections, microscopic study, and physiology activities.
-General Education Course
BS 103 Anatomy and Physiology I
Fall, Spring, Summer
This course trains students in a current version of the Windows-based Microsoft Office suite of tools. Students will learn to apply Microsoft Excel, Access, PowerPoint and Word to business problems. Students will use Excel to format, chart, and manipulate data, including data analysis using formulas, built-in functions, tables, and PivotTables. In Access, students will be taught what a database is, create and modify tables, query and filter data, and create basic reports and forms. Students will develop and design effective presentations using PowerPoint, including using slide masters and infographics, and use Word features including formatting multiple-page documents, tables and mail merge.
- General Education Course
CIS 101 - Computer Concepts and Applications
OR
CIS 107 - Information Technology Fundamentals and Applications
Fall, Spring
This course provides students with the background necessary to master vendor-independent networking concepts. It introduces the conceptual building blocks that form modern-day networks, such as protocols, topologies, hardware, and network operating systems. It also provides a foundation in current networking technologies for local area networks (LANs), wide area networks (WANs), wireless transmission, and security. Successful completion of this course prepares students to take the CompTIA (Computing Technology Industry Association’s) Network+ certification exam and Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA) exam.
CIS 101 - Computer Concepts and Applications
OR
CIS 107 - Information Technology Fundamentals and Applications
OR
CIS 160 - Fundamentals of Computer Science I
Fall, Spring
This course develops student prose by utilizing the writing process (drafting, revising and editing). Students are required to complete a process portfolio that includes 3-5 typed, revised, and edited MLA papers, reflective and low-stakes writing assignments, and at least one paper that demonstrates proper research techniques. All writing assignments must demonstrate and develop the writing process, critical thinking, and writing skills. Throughout the term, a variety of reading assignments and topics are introduced to develop interpretive and argumentative skills, while developing a critical understanding of well-crafted, professional prose.
- General Education Course
EN 101 - Composition I
Fall, Spring, Summer
This course is a study of the historical development and current characteristics of health care in the United States. It provides an understanding of the health-care environment and the multiple
factors that define the system and the roles of health-care professionals within the system.
Offered periodically
This course introduces the C++ programming language. Emphasis is placed on the logical analysis of a well-structured program in the language, which is capable of handling low-level language features. The run-time libraries, program correctness, portability, and maintainability are thoroughly discussed. Systems and application programs are constructed during open lab hours.
CIS 108 - Programming Fundamentals
Fall, Spring
This course introduces students to the basics of network security principles, including authentication methods, malicious code, and network and wireless security techniques to safeguard against intrusions on file transfer services, email, and web applications. Students will also learn how this field relates to other areas of information technology. Students will gain network security practice using hands-on lab exercises. This course prepares students for CompTIA’s Security+ certification exam and an entry-level information security position in the IT field.
CIS 180 - Networking Essentials
Spring Evening, Fall Evening
This course studies relational database design concepts using the entity-relationship model and database management using MySQL. Students are exposed to the major objects such as tables, indexes, views and database design topics such as data normalization. Students will learn how to create and maintain a database as well as perform simple queries using Structured Query Language (SQL). Students will use a database management software package to complete several database projects.
CIS 125 - Microcomputer Software I
OR
CIS 160 - Fundamentals of Computer Science I
This course focuses on healthcare electronic information systems and electronic health record (EHR) systems. Topics include the technologies used, system selection, implementation and application, standards, interoperability, data integrity, data storage and retrieval, security and privacy. In laboratory activities, students apply theory to application in an electronic health record system.
CIS 101
or
CIS 107
This course explores the general principles and theories of psychology, history and methodology, sensation, perception, learning, memory, motivation, emotion, intelligence, personality, and the physiological basis of behavior.
Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter
This course details the study of the five phases of the System Development Life Cycle (SDLC), and the systems analysis toolkit, which shows the importance of communications, economic analysis, and project-planning skills with current technologies across all phases of the SDLC. An in-depth understanding of how information systems support business requirements in today’s intensely competitive environment is also studied. Several real-world projects are assigned to students on an individual basis and as a member of a systems development team, which allows students to apply their knowledge and skills to act as systems analysts and develop an information system for various realistic problems in a typical business organization.
CIS 125 - Microcomputer Software I
OR
CIS 160 - Fundamentals of Computer Science I
Fall Day, Spring Evening
This course covers such basic economic concepts as the elements of national income, inflation and unemployment, the economic roles of government, determination of national income, business cycles, the global economy, and monetary fiscal policies. EC 101 emphasizes macroeconomics.
Fall, Spring
This course provides an introduction to the medical and healthcare terminology used in health-care settings. Emphasis is placed on building medical terms using prefixes, suffixes, and combining forms.
Offered periodically
This course covers the study and application of the concept of sets, relations, functions, and the real number system. Topics include polynomials, rational expressions, and radicals. Emphasis is placed on solving polynomial and rational equations as well as linear systems, and graphing linear, quadratic, exponential, logarithmic, and rational functions.
- General Education Course
MA 025 - Accelerated Algebra
OR
MA 025B - Algebra
OR
Test Placement
MA 080 - College Algebra Support
Fall, Spring, Summer
Course Code : AE 101
Course Description :
This course provides exposure to, and experience in, the essential aspects of the visual arts. It serves to develop an understanding of art through studying the visual elements of art and design, the media and process, and an overview of the chronological progression of art through history from a cultural perspective. It examines how art communicates, how to describe, analyze and interpret it, and how to see art as both a product and reflection of the historical and cultural context it is created in.
- General Education Course
Semesters Offered :
Spring 6A/B wk semesters, Fall 6 wk A/B semesters
Course Code : AE 103
Course Description :
This course surveys selected works of art in Western and Non-Western cultures from Prehistoric to the 13th Century. Study will focus on major artistic and cultural developments and their reflection in significant works of art within the political, social, economic, and philosophical context of each period. In addition to general historical understanding, this course will provide development in skills of critical analysis and interpreting of artworks. At least one museum trip is required.
- General Education Course
Semesters Offered :
Fall, Spring
Course Code : AE 104
Course Description :
This course surveys selected works of art in Western and Non-Western cultures from the 14th Century to present times. Study will focus on major artistic and cultural developments and their reflection in significant works of art within the political, social, economic, and philosophical context of each period. In addition to general historical understanding, this course will provide development in skills of critical analysis and interpreting of artworks. At least one museum trip is required.
Semesters Offered :
Fall, Spring, Summer
Course Code : ARB 101
Course Description :
This course focuses on the basics of the Arabic language. The four basic skills of reading, writing, listening, and speaking are introduced. Students will practice pronunciation of the alphabet and vocabulary. Group work and discussion on Arabic culture and tradition are an integral component of this course. This course assumes no previous knowledge of the Arabic language.
- General Education Course
Semesters Offered :
Fall, Spring
Course Code : ARB 102
Course Description :
This course is a continuation of Elementary Arabic I. The four language skills—listening comprehension, speaking, reading, and writing—continue to be developed.
- General Education Course
Prerequisites :
ARB 101 - Elementary Arabic I
OR
Permission of the instructor
Semesters Offered :
Spring
Course Code : EN 205
Course Description :
This course explores the major literary genres with emphasis on the techniques of understanding and interpreting poetry, drama, short stories, and novels. It also focuses on modern literature and writers of current interest.
- General Education Course
Corequisites :
EN 102 - Composition II
Semesters Offered :
Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer
Course Code : EN 215
Course Description :
This course surveys the masterpieces of world literature from “the beginnings” to 1650. A variety of cultural, intellectual, historical, and literary perspectives are explored in selections from Europe, India, the Middle East, and Asia. Works studied include The Epic of Gilgamesh, The Ramayana, The Thousand and One Nights, and the T’ao Ch’ien. In addition to listed readings, other literary works and sacred texts from around the world may be discussed.
Corequisites :
EN 102 - Composition II
Semesters Offered :
Fall
Course Code : EN 216
Course Description :
This course surveys the masterpieces of world literature from 1650 to present. A variety of cultural, intellectual, historical, and literary perspectives are explored in selections from around the world. Authors studied include Matsuo Basho, Fyodor Dostoevsky, Emily Dickinson, Gabriel Garcia Marquez, and Chinua Achebe. In addition to listed authors, other literary works from around the world may be discussed.
- General Education Course
Corequisites :
EN 102 - Composition II
Semesters Offered :
Spring
Course Code : FR 101
Course Description :
This course is a foundation in the basics of French. Grammar, pronunciation, and vocabulary are introduced within a natural context. Emphasis is on speaking, reading, and writing simple ideas, in addition to recognizing and responding to culturally appropriate behaviors in everyday situations.
- General Education Course
Semesters Offered :
Fall, Spring
Course Code : FR 102
Course Description :
This course is a continuation of FR 101 with greater emphasis on listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Instruction includes grammar drills, conversation, reading, and guided composition. Reading selections focus on different aspects of French civilization and culture.
- General Education Course
Prerequisites :
FR 101 - Elementary French I
Semesters Offered :
Spring
Course Code : FR 201
Course Description :
This course offers a systematic study of the language with particular attention to grammar review, vocabulary growth, conversation, and reading comprehension. Student participation in the language laboratory is required.
- General Education Course
Prerequisites :
FR 101 - Elementary French I
FR 102 - Elementary French II
OR
at least two years of high school French
Semesters Offered :
Offered periodically
Course Code : MU 106
Course Description :
This course is for those students seeking to fulfill the humanities requirement. Emphasis is placed on listening skills. The basic elements of music are covered along with notation of pitch and rhythm, as well as musical periods from medieval to today’s hip-hop.
Semesters Offered :
Fall, Spring
Course Code : PH 101
Course Description :
The student will study the historical development ofPhilosophy, andwilldemonstratea written and verbal understanding of themajor issues, ideas, and contributors to the development of Philosophy in Western Civilization.The courseis designedto give the student an historical and thematic introduction to the major thinkers and the fundamental problems of the Western Philosophical tradition.Emphasis shall be given to the epistemological (problem of knowledge) andmetaphysical(problem of reality) problems in the history of Philosophy.
Semesters Offered :
Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer
Course Code : PH 101
Course Description :
The student will study the historical development of Philosophy, and will demonstrate a written and verbal understanding of the major issues, ideas, and contributors to the development of
Philosophy in Western Civilization. The course is designed to give the student an historical and thematic introduction to the major thinkers and the fundamental problems of the Western Philosophical tradition. Emphasis shall be given to the epistemological (problem of knowledge) and metaphysical (problem of reality) problems in the history of Philosophy.
Semesters Offered :
Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer
Course Code : PH 106
Course Description :
The student will study the major Ethical theories and will demonstrate a written and verbal understanding of the major issues and problems in the development of Ethical theory and its application to contemporary moral issues. The courseis designedto give the student an historical and thematic introduction to the traditional ethical thinkers and the major controversies of the contemporary world.
- General Education Course
Semesters Offered :
Fall, Spring, Summer
Course Code : PH 106
Course Description :
The student will study the major Ethical theories and will demonstrate a written and verbal understanding of the major issues and problems in the development of Ethical theory and its
application to contemporary moral issues. The course is designed to give the student an historical and thematic introduction to the traditional ethical thinkers and the major controversies of the contemporary world.
Semesters Offered :
Fall, Spring, Summer
Course Code : PH 108
Course Description :
Students will study modern philosophy and will demonstrate a written and verbal understanding of the major issues and problems in the development of modern epistemology and ontology.
The course is designed to give the student an historical and thematic introduction to the traditional Modern thinkers: the debate between the Rationalists and the Empiricists, Kant’s Transcendental Idealism, Hegel’s critique of Kant and Nietzsche’s overcoming of metaphysics. The major controversies of the Enlightenment period will be a central concern in this course.
Semesters Offered :
Offered periodically
Course Code : SP 101
Course Description :
This course uses a comprehension-based proficiency approach to the acquisition of Spanish. Pronunciation, vocabulary, and grammar are presented audio-visually in a natural, culture-based context through the continuous story line of Destinos, a Spanish soap opera. Students practice speaking, writing, and reading skills while developing a high level of listening comprehension. In addition to language skills, students develop cultural knowledge and awareness of the Spanish-speaking world. This course is for those students whose native language is not Spanish.
1 hour laboratory
- General Education Course
Semesters Offered :
Fall, Spring
Course Code : SP 102
Course Description :
This course is a continuation of Spanish 101 with greater emphasis placed on developing oral communication. Through the Destinos soap opera format, students increase their Spanish language skills and knowledge of Hispanic cultures. This course is for those students whose native language is not Spanish and have had two years of High School Spanish or SP 101.
- General Education Course
Prerequisites :
SP 101 - Elementary Spanish I
Semesters Offered :
Spring
Course Code : SP 201
Course Description :
This course is intended for those students who have completed Spanish 102 and wish to continue improving their listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills in Spanish. Pronunciation, grammar, and vocabulary are presented audio-visually in a natural, culture-based context. Special emphasis is placed on developing more advanced conversational skills through continued exposure to the Destinos soap opera, diverse classroom activities, and authentic realia.
- General Education Course
Prerequisites :
SP 102 - Elementary Spanish II
The prerequisite may be waived with 3 years of High School Spanish or permission of the Department.
Semesters Offered :
Fall
Course Code : SP 202
Course Description :
This course is a continuation of SP 201 with emphasis on developing more advanced listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills in Spanish. The materials used include the Destinos soap opera, films, authentic realia, and relevant field trips.
- General Education Course
Prerequisites :
SP 201 - Intermediate Spanish I
The prerequisite may be waived with 3 years of High School Spanish or permission of the Department.
Semesters Offered :
Spring
Course Code : SP 205
Course Description :
This course introduces major genres of literature with special emphasis on the techniques of reading and interpreting novels, short stories, essays, and poetry. It analyzes the relationship between each literary piece and the historic period in which it was written. This course is intended for those students who have completed SP 202 or are native Spanish speakers.
- General Education Course
Course Code : ST 112
Course Description :
This course addresses the role of theater as an art form andmeans of communicating ideas regarding cultural value andhuman understanding. Contributions of the audience,playwright, actor, director, designer, and technician to theatricalproduction are covered. Elements of historical genres, theimportance of audience, and the total experience of theater arediscussed as supplemental to the foundation materialmentioned above.
- General Education Course
Semesters Offered :
Fall, Spring
Choose one (1) from the following courses:
Cross listed as GD 294.
This course gives students the opportunity to work as an intern in an approved position in their chosen major and specialization. Students will work at a job site for 90 hours over the course of the semester, spread out over 8-10 weeks. Acceptance is not guaranteed; students must show a strong academic history (both in the major and outside), strong interpersonal skills, and have a history of reliability and integrity in the classroom. Students will be required to attend a pre-semester workshop, so early registration is critical to placement. Coursework will include a resume, weekly reports, a LinkedIn profile, and a post-internship presentation. Supervision is provided by the College through on-the-job visits and individual progress review sessions.Prerequisite: 30 College credits (with 12 creditsin CIS/GD courses).
30 College credits (with 12 credits in CIS/GD courses)
Fall, Spring
Under the guidance of a faculty advisor, students in their final semester will be required to use the full scope of their academic training to design and develop an individual project appropriate for their option. The project must entail system documentation, design, writing, user manuals, and other support materials. Each student is required to present the results of the project at various stages and make a final presentation to the faculty, who will critique the project’s content, approach, and degree of professionalism on the basis of program outcomes and scoring rubric.
Informatics: CIS 290 and BS 104
Network Administration Option: CIS 282
Technical Support Option: CIS 126 and CIS 116
Web Technology Option: CIS 271 or CIS 275
Fall, Spring
