48 monthsProgramme duration
Jan-2000Starting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Computer Science and Information Systems
Degree
Other
Study Level
Undergraduate
Computer Information Systems (CIS) is a rapid-growth, high-demand area combining studies in computer science and business management. The CIS major, one of two computer-oriented majors at Cal Lutheran, has been designed to meet the demand for graduates with knowledge of information systems and their application to business environments. Along with an emphasis on computer applications in software, hardware and programming, CIS majors receive a strong business and liberal arts education. CIS represents a major area in computing, and Cal Lutheran graduates are prepared for careers in a variety of industries. Included in the computer science facility is the computer laboratories, a study area for majors, and electronic classrooms with large screen projection systems for lectures, as well as faculty offices. Small classes allow faculty members to provide individualized attention to students and their projects and research. The department also maintains an experimental networking lab, which runs various network operating systems. The department is fully connected to the Internet and every lab PC or workstation has complete Internet access. CIS graduates are encouraged to participate in internships and major projects offered through numerous research industries located near the University. CIS graduates have gone on to work at: noted research corporations such as: Rockwell International; Prudential Insurance; J.D. Power and Associates; IBM; HP; Hughes; Raytheon; Litton Industries. Industries that range from: Entertainment; banking; pharmaceuticals.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Computer Science and Information Systems
Degree
Other
Study Level
Undergraduate
Computer Information Systems (CIS) is a rapid-growth, high-demand area combining studies in computer science and business management. The CIS major, one of two computer-oriented majors at Cal Lutheran, has been designed to meet the demand for graduates with knowledge of information systems and their application to business environments. Along with an emphasis on computer applications in software, hardware and programming, CIS majors receive a strong business and liberal arts education. CIS represents a major area in computing, and Cal Lutheran graduates are prepared for careers in a variety of industries. Included in the computer science facility is the computer laboratories, a study area for majors, and electronic classrooms with large screen projection systems for lectures, as well as faculty offices. Small classes allow faculty members to provide individualized attention to students and their projects and research. The department also maintains an experimental networking lab, which runs various network operating systems. The department is fully connected to the Internet and every lab PC or workstation has complete Internet access. CIS graduates are encouraged to participate in internships and major projects offered through numerous research industries located near the University. CIS graduates have gone on to work at: noted research corporations such as: Rockwell International; Prudential Insurance; J.D. Power and Associates; IBM; HP; Hughes; Raytheon; Litton Industries. Industries that range from: Entertainment; banking; pharmaceuticals.
Admission Requirements
6.5+
Students accepted for admission to Cal Lutheran should have completed a college preparatory program with above average achievement. The following high school course pattern is required as a minimum: four years of English, three of mathematics (through Algebra II), two of foreign language, two of social studies and two of lab science. Applicants from countries whose primary language is not English are required to take any one of the following English language exams: Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) with a minimum computer-based score of 213 or paper-based score of 550; or the Pearson Test of English (PTE) with a minimum score of 54.
4 Years
Jan-2000
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