My Academic Plan
Program Description
This program is designed for students wanting to complete a two-year AAS Degree in Database Administration and enter the workforce. Students explore database functions, computer information systems, networking and computer sciences. Students will learn about SQL, database design, technical support, database administration practices for efficiency and security, and server maintenance. Career paths include an entry-level database administrator in various sizes of businesses, corporations or public institutions. Some careers may require a Bachelor's degree.
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First Semester
Courses are displayed to show the fastest path to your award and should be completed in the order listed. If you are unable to complete all courses listed in a semester, complete as many courses in this sequence as your schedule allows. If you have questions or concerns about your MAP, please see your Pathways Advisor.
| CIS 115 | Introduction to Computer Information Systems | 3 |
| CIS 118 | Introduction to PC Applications | 3 |
| ELECTIVE | CSC 119 or Any Emphasis Course | 3 |
| ENGLISH | ENG 131, ENG 121, or ENG 122 | 3 |
| MATH | Any GT-MA1, MAT 121 or higher | 3-4 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 15-16 |
Second Semester
Courses are displayed to show the fastest path to your award and should be completed in the order listed. If you are unable to complete all courses listed in a semester, complete as many courses in this sequence as your schedule allows. If you have questions or concerns about your MAP, please see your Pathways Advisor.
| CIS 145 | Complete PC Database: ACCESS | 3 |
| CIS 155 | PC Spreadsheet Concepts: Excel | 3 |
| CIS 128 | Operating System: Using Linux & Microsoft Windows | 3 |
| ELECTIVE | Any Emphasis Course:__________ | 3 |
| GEN EDU | PHI 112/205, or Any Approved Elective List Course | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 15 |
Third Semester
Courses are displayed to show the fastest path to your award and should be completed in the order listed. If you are unable to complete all courses listed in a semester, complete as many courses in this sequence as your schedule allows. If you have questions or concerns about your MAP, please see your Pathways Advisor.
| CNG 201 | Linux Configuration: (OS) | 3 |
| CIS 240 | Database Design and Development | 3 |
| CIS 243 | Introduction to SQL | 3 |
| ELECTIVE | CIS 268, 246, 252, 254, 256, 280, or CSC 252 | 3-4 |
| BUS 217 | Business Communication and Report Writing | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 15-16 |
Semester Note: If you have already completed CIS 223, this course
may be applied to the CNG 201 requirement.
Upon completion of CIS 145, CIS 240, CIS 243, and CIS 246, CIS 252, or CSC 252, you
should apply for the Database Certificate.
Fourth Semester
Courses are displayed to show the fastest path to your award and should be completed in the order listed. If you are unable to complete all courses listed in a semester, complete as many courses in this sequence as your schedule allows. If you have questions or concerns about your MAP, please see your Pathways Advisor.
| ELECTIVE | CIS 254, 246, 252, 256, 268, 280, or CSC 252 | 3-4 |
| ELECTIVE | CIS 256, 246, 252, 254, 268, 280, or CSC 252 | 3-4 |
| ELECTIVE | CIS 246, 252, 254, 256, 268, 280, or CSC 252 | 3-4 |
| GEN EDU | PHI 112/205, or Any Approved Elective List Course | 3 |
| GEN EDU | PHI 112/205, or Any Approved Elective List Course | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 15-17 |
Semester Note: You must have 60 credits to complete the Associate of Applied Science Degree. You should not exceed 62 credits. You may want to check with your advisor to monitor your completion progress.