Program Description
This transfer degree track is for students who plan to
transfer to a four-year program such as information
systems or information management. The
curriculum is designed to present a broad coverage
of concepts applying to the theory and management
of information, analytical techniques in the
development of computer-based information
systems, and practical experience with business
programming.
Because of the variation in such programs at four-
year institutions, students are urged to consult an
adviser about specific course selections.
Program Outcomes
Upon completion of this program a student will be
able to:
Analyze components of the computer
information systems.
Analyze, design, and implement computer
programs using a high level programming
language.
Demonstrate proficiency in analysis and
design techniques.
Program Advising
Rockville
Dr. Alla Webb, 240-567-7934
Alla.Webb@montgomerycollege.edu
Germantown
Prof. Margaret Tseng, 240-567-7737
Margaret.Tseng@montgomerycollege.edu
Takoma Park/Silver Spring
Dr. Qingming Zhou, 240-567-1433
Qingmin.Zhou@montgomerycollege.edu
For more information please visit:
www.montgomerycollege.edu/computerscience
INFORMATION SYSTEMS,
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGIES AA: 109
Total Credits: 60
Catalog Editions: 2012-13 through 2015-16
INFORMATION SYSTEMS,
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGIES AA: 109
109
Suggested Course Sequence
A suggested course sequence for full-time students follows. All students should review this advising guide and
consult an advisor. Visit
www.montgomerycollege.edu/computerscience for more information.
First Semester
CMSC 110 - Computer Concepts
3 semester hours
ENGL 101 - Introduction to College Writing
3 semester hours *
Arts distribution
3 semester hours (ARTD)
Behavioral and social sciences distribution
3 semester hours (BSSD) **
Mathematics foundation
3 semester hours (MATF)
Second Semester
CMSC 140 - Introduction to Programming
3 semester hours
Elective
3 semester hours
English foundation
3 semester hours (ENGF)
Natural sciences distribution with lab
4 semester hours (NSLD)
Speech foundation
3 semester hours (SPCF)
Third Semester
CMSC 243 - Systems Analysis and Design
3 semester hours
Behavioral and social sciences distribution
3 semester hours (BSSD) **
Humanities distribution
3 semester hours (HUMD)
Elective
3 semester hours
Elective
3 semester hours
Fourth Semester
Arts or humanities distribution
3 semester hours (ARTD or HUMD)
Health foundation
1 semester hour (HLTF)
Natural sciences distribution
3 semester hours (NSND)
Elective
4 semester hours
Elective
3 semester hours
Total Credit Hours: 60
Advising Notes
* ENGL 101/ENGL 101A , if needed for ENGL 102/ENGL 103, or program elective.
**Behavioral and Social Science Distribution (BSSD) courses must come from different disciplines. Contact
department advisor for transfer requirements for specific schools. Students applying to business schools should
consider using economics as an elective because it meets transfer and BSSD requirements. If you have any
questions, please see a department adviser.
‡ May be replaced by another CMSC course with departmental consent.
Select electives based on transfer institution requirements. See an adviser for assistance and use ARTSYS for
Maryland transfer school requirements, http://artweb.usmd.edu
. Note: There must be at least 12 credits total at the
200-level for an AA degree.
INFORMATION SYSTEMS A.A.: 109
Total Credits: 60
Catalog Edition 15-16
GENERAL EDUCATION: DISTRIBUTION COURSES Course Hours Grade
Arts Distribution (ARTD)
Humanities Distribution (HUMD)
Arts or Humanities Distribution (ARTD or HUMD)
Behavioral & Social Sciences Distribution (BSSD) ** 3
Behavioral & Social Sciences Distribution (BSSD) ** 3
Natural Sciences Distribution with Lab (NSLD)
4
Natural Sciences Distribution without Lab (NSND) or
Natural Sciences Distribution with Lab (NSLD)
Name: Date:
ID #:
Has student completed the
Global Perspectives requirement?
NoYes
Overall GPA of 2.0 is required to graduate
Global Perspectives Course:
Total Credits:
This UNOFFICIAL document is for planning purposes ONLY and completion does not guarantee graduation.
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS Course Hours Grade
EN 101/ENGL 101 (if needed for ENGL102/103 or program elective if not) *
CS 140/CMSC 140 3
CS 136/CMSC 243 3
PROGRAM ELECTIVE †
PROGRAM ELECTIVE †
PROGRAM ELECTIVE †
PROGRAM ELECTIVE †
PROGRAM ELECTIVE †
GENERAL EDUCATION: FOUNDATION COURSES Course Hours Grade
English Foundation (EN 102/ENGL 102 or EN 109/ENGL 103)
3
Math Foundation (MA 110/MATH 110 or higher)
Speech Foundation (SP 108/COMM 108 or SP 112/COMM 112)
3
Health Foundation HLHF (Choose HLTH 100 - HLTH 230)
Has student completed a minimum of 12 credits at the 200 level for completion of the program?
NoYes
May be replaced by another CMSC course with departmental consent
Advising Worksheet Contact: Anthony Solano
Last Modified: September 2015
See an advisor to submit an Application for Graduation
the semester BEFORE you intend to graduate.
Engineering and Computer Science Advising Web Page
3
3
3
3 or 4
3
CS 110/CMSC 110 ‡
3
3
3
3
3
4
3 or 4
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INFORMATION SYSTEMS,
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGIES AA: 109
109
Transfer Opportunities
Montgomery College has partnerships with
multiple four-year institutions and the tools to
help you transfer. To learn more please visit:
http://cms.montgomerycollege.edu/EDU/Plain.asp
x?id=62381 or artsys.usmd.edu
Get Involved at MC!
Employers and Transfer Institutions are looking
for experience outside the classroom.
Computer Science and Technologies Student
Professional Groups
www.montgomerycollege.edu/computerscience
Related Careers
Some require a Bachelor’s degree.
Computer Science Teacher, Computer Systems
Engineer/Architect, Computer/Information
Research Scientist, Web Administrator, Mobile
Developer, Game Programmer
Career Services
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