Associate Degree
Information Systems & Analytics
An affordable path to prepare for a career in technology, this associate’s program transfers to a bachelor’s degree.
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Associate Degree in Information Systems & Analytics
The AAS in Information Systems and Analytics program will educate students in basic technical skills to create, control, and leverage information and data resources of an organization that relates to business intelligence, data mining, and “big data” management, and thereby contribute to the professions, communities, and organizations to which they belong.
Estimated Annual Cost: $8,280
Cost estimate based on enrollment in 45 annual quarter hours with current Tuition and Fees. Cost includes fees for textbooks and materials.
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What You Will Learn
Students will be able to design and develop an object-oriented program that uses the Java programming language, the Java Swing framework for its graphical user interface, and uses the Java class library to read and write sequential text files.
Students will be able to design and develop a website that uses Hypertest Markup Language (HTML) for its content, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) for its presentation, and JavaScript for its behavior.
Students will be able to utilize MS EXCEL and MS ACCESS to construct models used to evaluate business data.
Students will be able to formulate effective business communications that reflect professionalism and ethics in the business environment.
Students will be able to calculate and interpret descriptive statistics and probabilities.
Students will be able to research and evaluate the role of information systems related to various software applications and technology as business decision-making resources.
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This course is an introduction to computer science that focuses on the foundational role of algorithms in computing. Each of the following layers of the abstract computing stack are explored: algorithmic foundations, hardware, system software, networks, information security, higher-level programming languages, types of application software, and social/ethical issues in computing. Students will study basic algorithms using pseudo code and compare them to a corresponding programming language implementation.
The study of computer programming with emphasis on problem solving utilizing well-structured code. Additional topics include data types, flow of control structures, single-dimensional arrays, classes, objects, and methods. Course includes programming assignments using the Java programming language.
A continuation of the study of computer programming with emphasis on problem solving utilizing well- structured code. Additional topics include multi-dimensional arrays, inheritance, graphical user interfaces, exception handling, sequential file IO, and class library data structures. Course includes programming assignments using the Java programming language.
This course will cover the theory and design of web pages and web sites. Topics covered include, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), JavaScript, graphical design considerations, search engine ranking strategies, and the use of software in the creation and design of web pages and web sites.
This course is an advanced study of spreadsheet applications using a popular spreadsheet program in a hands-on environment. Emphasis is on absolute addressing, what if analysis, advanced graphs, financial functions, database worksheet integration, templates, auditing, and working with multiple worksheets.
This is an advanced study of database applications using a popular database program in a hands-on environment. Emphasis is on updating a database, creation and manipulation of reports, using forms, sub forms, and combo boxes, incorporation OLE (pictures, etc.) and hyperlinks, creating macros and advanced report design.
This course is an introduction to problems from business and science using logical and mathematical techniques particularly suited to characteristics of the digital computer. Problems involve qualification of descriptive data, manipulation of these data, and expression of analysis in descriptive terms. It includes documentation and flowcharting methods.
This course integrates EDP methodology, human behavior and organizational structures. Management information needs, decision support systems, expert systems and integrated database technology are stressed.
This course is a study of the theory and practice in the organization, content, and style of business letters; the role of business reports and their types; collecting, organizing, and interpreting data; written presentations; oral presentations; practice in writing business letters and reports; and practice in making oral presentations.
This course is an overview of the ideas and concepts that is basic to modern statistics. Topics include descriptive statistics, probability, estimation, hypothesis testing, and linear regression. Students will be exposed to applications from `a variety of fields.
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About This Program
The AAS in Information Systems and Analytics program will educate students in basic technical skills to create, control, and leverage information and data resources of an organization that relates to business intelligence, data mining, and “big data” management, and thereby contribute to the professions, communities, and organizations to which they belong.
Degree Program Coordinator
Dr. Russell Spears, rspears@gmc.edu
Program Benefits
Earning an AAS degree in Information Systems and Analytics will prepare students for employment opportunities and meet educational requirements for continuation towards a bachelor of applied science degree in supervision and management at GMC. Upon completion of this degree, graduates will be able to transfer credits to a BAS degree program in management or a computer/management information systems-related field of study.
Cost for the Degree
Average Annual Cost for this Degree:
$8,280
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