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Academic Catalog 2025-2026

AAS in Computer Information Systems Information Tech Support Concentration to BSIT All Majors

Walsh College and Oakland Community College (OCC) - Associate Applied Science - Computer Information Systems - Information Tech Support (CIS.ITS.AAS) to Bachelor of Science in Information Technology  (BSIT)

OCC- AAS Degree Requirements Credits Walsh College - BSIT Degree Requirements
Year 1-Fall    
CIS 1200: Introduction to Database Systems 4 IT 202: Introduction to Databases
CIS 1300: Networking Concepts 4 IT 201: Introduction to Networking
ENG 1510: Composition I 3* ENG 100: English Composition I*
Year 1-Winter    
CIS 1500: Introduction to Programming (Java) 4 IT 203: Introduction to Programming
CIS 1600: Fundamentals of Cybersecurity 4 IT 204: Introduction to Security
COM 1290: Interpersonal Communication* 3* Transfer Credit*
MAT 1150: Intermediate Algebra* 4* MTH 300: Business Algebra*
Year 1-Summer    
CIS 2535: Microsoft Windows Server Administration 3 IT 405: Networks & Operating Systems (with CIS 2434)
CIS 2636: Network Administration 4 Transfer Credit (IT major elective)
PHI 1710: Introduction to Informal Logic* OR
PHI 2710: Introduction to Formal Logic*		 3* Transfer Credit*
Year 2-Fall    
CIS 2111: System Analysis and Design (UML) 4 IT 402: Systems Analysis and Design
CIS 2232: Fundamentals of System Support 4 Transfer Credit
CIS 2434: Introduction to Linux and Unix Administration 3 IT 405: Networks & Operating Systems (with CIS 2535)
Social Science Elective- see catalog* 3* Transfer Credit*
Year 2-Winter    
CIS 2737: Database Administration 4 Transfer Credit
CIS 2838: System Security 4 Transfer Credit
CIS 2980: Computer Service Tech (A+) 4 Transfer Credit (IT major elective)
Total Credits for AAS degree 62  
Additional Courses/Credits at OCC    
ACC 1810: Principles of Financial Accounting 4 ACC 201: Principles of Accounting I OR
ACC 300: Accounting
COM 1600: Fundamentals of Speech* OR
COM 2290: Intercultural Communication* OR
ENG 1350: Business Communication* OR
ENG 1520: Composition II*		 3* COM 210: Business Communications I*
ECO 2610: Principles of Macroeconomics* OR
ECO 2620: Principles of Microeconomics*		 3* ECN 201: Economics I* OR
ECN 202: Economics II*
BUS 2530: Management 3 MGT 201: Management I
MTH 160: Basic Statistics* 4* QM 202: Statistical Methods for Business
Total OCC Transfer Credits (including AAS) 79  
    BSIT Degree Requirements
  3* COM 405: Business Communication Strategies
  3 IT 417: Fundamentals of Cybersecurity
  3 IT 408: Database Design & Development
  3 300-400 level elective at Walsh
  3 300-400 level elective at Walsh
  30 Choose one major below (10 courses for 30 credits):
  • Automotive Cybersecurity
  • Business Information Systems
  • Cybersecurity
  • Data Analytics
  • General Information Technology
  • Programming
  • Project Management
  45 Walsh College Credits
Bachelor of Science in Information Technology 124  

*Counts toward general education credit requirement. General education requirement has been met by courses noted with * above.

Notes:

  • Walsh Now allows students to concurrently enroll once 36 credits are completed at OCC.
    • Financial aid and scholarship options are available.
  • Walsh BSIT degree requirements are 120 credits with a minimum of 45 credits required in residence/through Walsh.
    • Maximum transfer credits vary by bachelor’s degree, associate degree, and additional course equivalents taken at OCC.
    • 30 semester credit hours in general education is required for graduation.
  • Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA) is not required to satisfy general education requirements.
  • All courses must be completed with a grade of “C” 2.00 or higher for credits to transfer.
  • Fast Track degree options available to obtain three degrees in five years - associate, bachelor’s, and master’s!
  • Walsh College Academic Catalog
  • It is recommended you work closely with your Walsh College enrollment specialist on your transfer.