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For additional special skill COMPUTER courses not designed for degree credit, please refer to the Special Interest Course listings located at the end of the Course Description section of this catalog.
CIS 100 Computer Technology and Applications (3) An introduction to microcomputers and application software. Students will gain familiarity with microcomputer hardware, operating systems, word processing, spreadsheets, and the Internet. The course provides extensive hands-on experience. (Same as RODP BIT 1150)
CIS 101 College Computer Technology (1) An introduction to computer technology needed for success in college and the workplace. Major topics include microcomputer technology, Internet tools and research, e-learning skills and personal computer productivity tools.
CIS 113* Visual BASIC (3) An introduction to Microsoft Visual BASIC. Topics to be covered include: event driven programming, interface design, creating menus and dialog boxes, writing event and general procedures, and using operating system services. Prerequisite: CIS 100 or permission of instructor.
CIS 114* Advanced Visual Basic Programming (3) Continuation of CIS 113*. Topics to be covered include ActiveX Controls, SQL, ADO, Windows Common Controls, MDI, Class Modules, COM, and Internet Controls. Prerequisite: CIS113* with a grade of "C" or better or permission of instructor.
CIS 141* Electronic Presentations for Communication (3) An in-depth course providing hands-on experience using software and hardware designed to create multimedia presentations. The topics to be covered include PowerPoint and other presentation software, multimedia software, hardware for capturing and creating multimedia presentations, web site design and development, streaming video, graphics and animation. Prerequisite: CIS 100 or permission of instructor.
CIS 150* Microcomputer Spreadsheets (3) An in-depth course providing hands-on experience using a microcomputer spreadsheet. Major topics include: spreadsheet techniques, graphics, data management, macros, and file importing/exporting. Requires completion of laboratory assignments outside of class. PREREQUISITE: CIS 100 or permission of instructor.
CIS 160* Microcomputer Databases (3) An in-depth course providing hands-on experience using a microcomputer database. Major topics include relational database design, sorting, queries, and reporting techniques.
CIS 161* Advanced Database Programming (3) An in-depth course giving students the fundamental tools needed to use Microsoft SQL Server as well as T-SQL. Topics will include: writing queries used T-SQL, using the SQL Server Client tools, database design fundamentals, and basic administrative tasks.
PREREQUISITES: CIS 100 and CIS 160 with a grade of "C" or better or permission of instructor.
CIS 172* Java (3) An introduction to the Java programming language. Topics include labels and textfields, methods, applets, GUI components, exception handling, multi-threading, files, and animation/audio. PREREQUISITE: CIS 113* with grade of "C" or better or permission of instructor. (Same as RODP CST 209)
CIS 173 C# (3) An introduction to the C# programming language. Topics to be covered include relational operators and expressions, control structures, object-oriented programming concepts, and arrays. Prerequisites: CIS 113 with a grade of "C" or better or permission of instructor.
CIS 190*Computer User Support (3) An introduction to the support functions of computers. Topics to be covered include: help desk support, training, system monitoring, configuration control, and documentation. Students will learn the procedures for supporting microcomputers in a hands-on environment. PREREQUISITES: CIS 100 and CIS 160*.
CIS 191 *A+ Hardware Certification (3) An introduction to microcomputer hardware installation, maintenance, repair and troubleshooting. Students will learn the processes and procedures for supporting microcomputer hardware in a business environment. This course is designed to assist the student to take the CompTIA A+ hardware certification examination. Prerequisite: CIS 100.
CIS 192*A+ Software Certification (3) An introduction to microcomputer operating system installation, configuration, upgrading, diagnosing and troubleshooting. Students will learn the processes and procedures for supporting microcomputer software in a business environment. This course is designed to assist the student to take the CompTIA A+ software certification examination. Prerequisite: CIS 100.
CIS 193* Introduction to Linux+ Certification (3) An introduction to the Linux operating system. Topics to be covered include Linux installation, administration, networking and security. This course is designed to assist the student to take the CompTIA Linux+certification examination. Prerequisite: CIS 100
CIS 194* Network+ Certification (3) An introduction to the computer networks. Topics to be covered include network topologies, network operating systems, and protocols. This course is designed to assist the student to take the CompTIA Network+ certification examination. Will not substitute for CIS 260. Prerequisite: CIS 100.
CIS 195* Security+ Certification (3) An introduction to computer security. Topics to be covered include authentication, network security topologies, intrustion detection, cryptography, and physical security. This course is designed to assist the student to take the CompTIA Security+ certification examination. PrerequisiteS:CIS 100 and CIS 194* or permission of instructor.
CIS 210* Internet Tools (3) This is an in-depth course giving students the skills required for web development. Topics will include: Web concepts, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Java Script, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Extensible Markup Language (XML)
PREREQUISITES: CIS 100 or permission of the instructor.
CIS 260 * Local Area Networks (3) A hands-on course covering local area networks and data communications. Topics include: topologies, protocols, network hardware and software, and networking applications. The course provides extensive hands-on experience both using and managing a local area network. PREREQUISITE: CIS 172* or permission of instructor.
CIS 261* Advanced Networking and Security (3) An in-depth course covering advanced concepts, applications and network perimeter security. The topics to be covered include advanced Microsoft server topics, Linux, wireless networks, and network security mechanisms such as firewalls, proxy servers, VPN, public/private key systems, encryption and computer forensics. PREREQUISITE: CIS 260* or permission of instructor.
CIS 270* Information Systems in Business (3) A capstone course for CIS majors. Students will participate in a coordinated work experience or job shadowing in an area business. In addition, students will study how information systems integrate in a business environment. PREREQUISITE: CIS 172*.
CIS 276T * Selected Problems in Data Processing (1-4) Specialized topical issues and/or problems in Computer Data Processing are selected and studied in depth. Fifteen classroom contact hours with faculty are required per credit hour. May be repeated for credit with a maximum of four hours to apply toward graduation. PREREQUISITE: Permission of instructor.
