The purpose of the Computer Information Systems major is to prepare students to work for government agencies, healthcare institutions, and private companies, for graduate school or teaching at the elementary school level. In accordance with the guidelines of the American Association of Computing Machinery, the Association for Information Systems and the Association of Information Technology Professionals, an important objective of this program emphasizes an understanding of the field of Information Systems both as an academic discipline as well as a profession. Graduates of this program will be well-versed in the history of computing, including aspects of economic, scientific, legal, political and cultural relevance that have shaped the discipline during its short but explosive existence. In addition, this program will provide a firm grounding in the liberal arts, while assuring in-depth study of the discipline of computer information systems. Topics include computational theory and algorithm analysis, e-commerce, IT hardware and systems software, application development, network and data communications, information systems analysis and design, as well as database management systems.

All seniors in the Information Systems program are required to design and implement an original independent research project under the guidance of a faculty mentor, and, upon completion of this project, submit the results in both written and oral form. Several state-of-the-art computer science laboratories that include a high-speed data network and access to the Internet support student learning and research.

Control Sheet
Four Year Plan

Department of Computer Information Systems (CIS) With a Concentration in Information Assurance and Security

There is an increase in the priority of IAS in all levels of Society, which is brought about by technological advances and the increased risks of Cyber security attacks on computers in every organization and every home. The architecture of the Nation’s digital infrastructure, based largely upon the Internet, is not secure or resilient. Without major advances in the security of these systems or significant change in how they are constructed or operated, it is doubtful that the United States can protect itself from the growing threat of cybercrime and state-sponsored intrusions and operations. Our dig-ital infrastructure has already suffered intrusions that have allowed criminals to steal hundreds of millions of dollars and nation-states and other entities to steal intellectual property and sensitive military information. Other intrusions threaten to damage portions of our critical infrastructure. These and other risks have the potential to undermine the Nation’s confidence in the information systems that underlie our economic and national security interests. (―Cyberspace Policy Review: Assuring a Trusted and Resilient Information Communications Infrastructure, a Report to President Obama and the 111th Congress, May 2009)

Increased threats to Information and Computer Security through the Internet and other channels are changing the profiles of knowledge/training required of computer scientists and information technology professionals, as well as professionals in other areas (e.g. educators, health care professionals, management professionals). It is the responsibility of Colleges and Universities to prepare the professionals in information security that will defend the nation’s information infrastructure. This is the purpose of this concentration. In response to these increased threats, the demand for In-formation Security professionals (in the job market) remains higher than that of other areas of In-formation Technology. To address this need, Felician College offers a B.A. in Computer Information Systems with Concentration in Information Assurance and Security. Bachelor of Arts in Computer Information Systems with Concentration in Information Assurance and Security

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Four Year Plan

The Department of CIS offers the following seven degrees:

1. BS in Computer Information Systems

Required CIS Courses:

CIS Four Year Plan

2. BS in Computer Information Systems with Concurrent Certification in Information Assurance and Computer Security

Required CIS courses:

CIS IAS Four Year Plan

3. BS in Computer Information Systems with Concurrent Certification in Information Assurance and Computer Security (fast track option)

Same course requirement as above, but taught in speedy mode on 8-week cycle for working adults

4. BS/BA in any Discipline with Minor in Computer Information Systems

Required CIS courses:

5. BS/BA in any Discipline with Minor in Information Assurance and Computer Security

Required CIS courses:

6. Certificate in Information Assurance and Computer Security

Required CIS courses:

7. Joint BS with UMDNJ-SHRP in Health Information Management

• Joint program with University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey.
• Students take courses in two years plus two Summers at Felician and two years at UMDNJ
• Program accredited by CAHIIM students

Required CIS courses:

What can I do with a degree in CIS?

We look forward to welcoming you to the Felician community and we know you will find a rewarding and enriching experience here as a CIS major.

Faculty

Contact Information

Dr. Songmei Yu, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor and Chair
201-559-6000 Ext 6227
yus@felician.edu

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