General Studies Computer Information Systems Specialization

Transfer Programs
Degree
Associate of Arts and Sciences in General Studies with a Specialization in Computer Information Systems
Length
Four-semester (two-year) program
Purpose

The Associates of Arts and Sciences Degree Program in General Studies – Computer Information Systems Specialization is designed for persons who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university to complete a baccalaureate degree program with a major in information systems, computer science or a related discipline. The program provides a strong general education background and the basics of software design and the fundamentals of information security.

Requirements

In addition to the admission requirements established for the college, completion of a General Studies program requires competency in English and Math – MDE 10 as demonstrated through direct enrollment and diagnostic tests, or by satisfactorily completing the required MDE units or equivalent. Students are urged to become acquainted with the requirements of the major department in the college or university to which transfer is contemplated and also to consult with the Student Services Office of the community college in planning their program and selecting electives. Note the guaranteed admission and articulation agreements referenced in the Admissions section apply only to students who complete the Associate Degree.

First Semester

Course # Course Title Lect. Hrs. Lab Hrs. Credits Transfer
ENG 111 3 0 3
Virginias Public Colleges & Universities
Virginia Tech
ENGL 1105
Radford University
CORE 101
Old Dominion University
ENGL 110C
Virginias Private Colleges & Universities
Bluefield College
ENG 1013/1023, GEN ED
Liberty University
ENGL 101
Emory & Henry College
ENG 100
HIS 101 3 0 3
ITP 100 3 0 3
MTH 161 3 0 3
Virginias Public Colleges & Universities
Radford University
MATH 125
Virginias Private Colleges & Universities
Emory & Henry College
MATH 121
PSY 200 1 3 0 3
Virginias Public Colleges & Universities
Virginia Tech
PSYC 1004
Radford University
PSYC 121
Old Dominion University
PSYC 201S
Virginias Private Colleges & Universities
Bluefield College
PSY 1013
Liberty University
PSYC 101
SDV 100 2 1 0 1
Virginias Public Colleges & Universities
Radford University
UNIV 100 elective
Suggested Credits & Hours for Semester 16 0 16  

Second Semester

Course # Course Title Lect. Hrs. Lab Hrs. Credits Transfer
ENG 112 3 0 3
HIS 102 3
ITE 152 3 0 3
MTH 162 3 0 3
Virginias Public Colleges & Universities
Radford University
MATH 140
SOC 200 1 3 0 3
Suggested Credits & Hours for Semester 12 0 15  

Third Semester

Course # Course Title Lect. Hrs. Lab Hrs. Credits Transfer
ELE 4 Humanities/Fine Arts Elective 3 0 3
ELE 3 Literature 3 0 3
MTH 261 3 0 3
Virginias Public Colleges & Universities
Radford University
MATH 126
PHY 201 3 3 4
Virginias Public Colleges & Universities
Radford University
PHYS 111
ITN 260 3 0 3
Suggested Credits & Hours for Semester 15 3 16  

Fourth Semester

Course # Course Title Lect. Hrs. Lab Hrs. Credits Transfer
CST 100 3 0 3
Virginias Public Colleges & Universities
Radford University
COMS 114
ITP 120 4
MTH 245 3 0 3
PHY 202 3 3 4
Virginias Public Colleges & Universities
Radford University
PHYS 112
Suggested Credits & Hours for Semester 9 3 14