Explore the UT Dallas BS in Computer Information Systems & Technology
The Bachelor of Science in Computer Information Systems & Technology program requires 120 semester credit hours to complete. For the latest information about Academic Degree Plans, Course Catalogs and Course Information please visit the Bachelor’s in Computer Information Systems & Technology page of the UT Dallas Undergraduate Catalog.
View Degree PlanDegree Plan Highlights – BS in Computer Information Systems & Technology
“SCH” indicates “Semester Credit Hours.”
4years
Time to Completion
4 years full time
*These details apply to the most recent catalog.
CIS Tech Prerequisites
As you plan your course selections for next semester, keep the ITSS pre-requisites in mind.
Read more about planning your course selectionComputer Information Systems & Technology Degree Concentrations
See Computer Information Systems & Technology in the UT Dallas catalog for course requirements for each concentration.
The Concentration in Business Intelligence and Analytics is recommended for students interested in managing and analyzing large-scale data to develop sound business strategies. See Business Intelligence and Analytics track courses in the catalog listing.
The Concentration in Enterprise Systems is recommended for students interested in developing and managing large-scale applications and IT infrastructure. See Enterprise Systems track courses in the catalog listing.
The Concentration in Sales Engineering is recommended for students who would like to specialize in using their technical skills to sell complex products or services to businesses and people.
See IT Sales Engineering track courses in the catalog listing.
The Concentration in Product Development is recommended for students who would like to create their own software programs and applications.
See IT Product Development track courses in the catalog listing.
The Concentration in Information Technology and Systems provides students the flexibility to customize a track. They can choose from a wide range of topics which include cybersecurity, mobile application development and web development.
See General track courses in the catalog listing.
Computer Information Systems & Technology Senior Capstone Course
In the CIS Tech Capstone course, CIS Tech students work in teams to apply the skills and concepts they have learned in the program to address a business need. Their ability to apply what they have learned in the past and explore new things drives the success of the project. Students must work together and hold each other accountable.
Students apply the following skills and techniques that they have learned in the program:
- Project Management
- Systems Analysis and Design: software development methodologies and modeling (SDLC, UML)
- Database Fundamentals: relational databases, ERDs, SQL (Oracle, Microsoft SQL Server)
- Network and Information Security: networking and security protocols
- IT Infrastructure: IT architecture
- Business Intelligence: data analytics and business intelligence, ETL, data warehouses (MS SQL Server, Tableau, R)
- Programming: programming fundamentals (Java, Python)
Student Testimonials
Adam Perry, BS’18
Sr. Account Systems Engineer, Dell EMC
As a full-time IT professional with more than 20 years of experience, I have a unique perspective compared to most undergraduate students.
Ann Mathew, BS’18
Staff Consultant, A-Lign
ITS is the perfect balance of technical skills and management skills, and a degree from JSOM equips you with the technical skill set you need to stay one step ahead in today’s fast-paced world.
Jonathan Niere, BS’17
Consulting Staff, Moss Adams
The most valuable aspects of the ITS program at UT Dallas are its quality education and curriculum.
Ashwin Vaithianathan, BS’19
As a transfer student, I reached out to the ITS Department at UTD, and they were always willing to help me with any questions and concerns that I had.
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