I intend after the summer is over to pursue a Bachelors degree in Computers. I have been working as a Computer Technician and Network Admistrator for a long time. The last five years in USA. And some 6 years in Spain where I was born. In May I will graduate for my AS Computer and Information Systems. I am really interested to apply in Baker College online degree, after reading in some messageboards that they are good and they have also RA accredited. My question is? I'm undecided about what bachelors to choose after reading what they say: Bachelor of Computer Information Systems This program emphasizes the application of computer systems to solve business problems. Graduates of this program can be expected to pursue careers as programmers, programmer/analysts, and systems analysts. Bachelor of Computer Science This program is designed to work in conjunction with the associate degree choice of the student to gain entry or increase his/her opportunity for promotion in his/her field. Students will acquire skills in software development, Internet communications, network administration and database administration, as well as foundational knowledge in the field of computer science. Is this correct? I always thought it was the opposite. Computer Science was more for programmers and Information Systems more Network Administrattion and databases. I kinda like it more deal with Networks than Programming. I worked 2 years as a programmer and I didnt like it as much as I like the Network administration. I looked at on the Internet for more information but it seems that everything is vague or have different names for the same thing. Is there someone over here that has one of these 2 bachelors degree and can explain the real difference? Thanks
I am currently in Baker College's Computer Information Systems program. I tell people who aren't familiar with distance education and the CIS program that it's a combination of computer and business education. According to my course list, there are no networking courses in this program. The computer science program is quite new to the list of those available totally online from Baker. The CIS program was the only computer program available online when I enrolled 2-1/2 years ago. I considered switching, but I would lose too many credits transferred from my attempt to pursue a business degree some years ago. Right now I intend to finish the CIS degree program, and then maybe take a couple of networking courses afterward. Hope this helps, Lynette
Computer Science != Programming Computer Science is NOT about programming! This is a common myth that is probably rooted in historical confusion about computing oriented degrees. A modern Computer Science degree is about discrete analysis, computer architecture, software engineering (which is about "process" not programming), theories of computing, operating systems, networks, ... In other words its a balanced program that is concerned with the theories that underly all areas dealing with computing. And while language design is part of Computer Science, learning a particular language like Java, C++, C#, Cobol, Fortran, etc. is only a very small part of what it is to be a computer scientist. IS and some IT programs are much more about "programming" than Computer Science.
