Students must have keyboarding ability or instructor permission in order to take any CIS courses.
Students will investigate how to use computers. This includes understanding the function of applications, operating and system software, input and output devices, ethics, programming languages, multimedia, and the development process for information systems. Students will learn how computers are networked and how these resources are managed and utilized. Hands-on approach facilitates learning. Two lecture; two lab.
A beginning course designed for students wanting to learn about the MS-DOS (Microsoft Disk Operating System), hardware, software, computer terminology, and DOS commands. Not recommended for CIS majors. One lecture; one lab.
In this introductory course students will learn the Windows operating environment on IBM compatible computers. Hardware, terminology, and working with icons, pull-down menus, dialog boxes and file management will be included. This course is not for CIS majors. One lecture; one lab.
This hands-on course enables students to acquire the conceptual background and online skills needed to become Internet literate. Students learn to use Internet e-mail with Netscape Messenger and Outlook Express, how to navigate, use search engines and get specific information from the Web, browse with Internet Explorer and Netscape Navigator, and download programs and files. Prerequisite: CIS 103, or instructor permission. One lecture; one lab.
Instructions in computer basics including using Windows controls to manage files, connecting and using the Internet for searches and sending email, and exploring applications including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, art, video editing, music composition and graphics. Two lecture; two lab.
Hands-on introduction to basic Web page building skills using MS FrontPage where students will be adding and enhancing graphic features; creating tables and frames; working with HTML forms; and publishing Web pages. One lecture; one lab.
Hands-on introduction to basic Dreamweaver software program skills where students will plan and create a web site including page layout, setting page properties links, formatting text, and applying cascading style sheets. One lecture; one lab.
Presents critical skills necessary for solving programming problems, as well as the use of the graphical tools which aid in this process. Assignments involve some actual programming. Prerequisites: CIS 100, MAT 109/112 or MAT 121, or instructor permission. Two lecture; two lab.
Introduction to the conceptualization, visualization, and production of visual communication using the computer as a designer, illustrator, and photographer's tool for printing and digital applications. Two lecture; two lab.
Introduction to digital raster imaging through visual problem solving. Basic foundation in the use of Adobe Photoshop software as a photographer, illustrator and designer tool for the printing and Internet industries. Two lecture; two lab.
Introduction to two-dimensional digital vector images through visual problem solving. Basic foundation in the use of Adobe Illustrator software as an illustrator and designer's tool in the printing industry, as well as the Internet. Two lecture; two lab.
Students learn the use of relational database software using MS Access to solve business, personnel, inventory and record-keeping problems. Emphasis on hands-on applications and activities. Two lecture; two lab.
Introductory graphics course in presentation software that creates professional, exciting presentations in the form of slide shows or transparency mats. This course is not for CIS majors. One lecture; one lab.
The student will learn to use MS Works integrated word processing, spreadsheet, and database software applications. Students will apply problem solving techniques to complete home, office, and business projects. Two lecture; two lab.
Presentation of the uses of Microsoft Windows operating system to capitalize on the full power of the computer. Students will demonstrate their skills by creating and editing picture and document files, and managing those files, as well as modifying the configuration of the desktop and work with peripheral devices. Two lecture; two lab.
Hands-on use of MS FrontPage where students learn to create Web pages by using templates, wizards, or from inception. Provides students with needed instruction to become certified as a Microsoft Office User Specialist Expert (MOUSE) of FrontPage. Two lecture, two lab.
Hands-on use of Dreamweaver software where students build basic and integrated websites through the use of Dreamweaver capabilities including styles, animation, and the integration of multimedia. Two lecture, two lab.
Introduction to various operating systems on an IBM compatible computer. Hard disk management, Local Area Networking (LAN), and Windows operating systems are some of the topics that will be covered. Guided activities illustrate various operating concepts, principles, and techniques. Prerequisite: CIS 100. Two lecture; two lab.
A beginning course for people who want to learn to use the Internet. Students will learn how to use this connection in a productive way to access services, resources and information and to communicate electronically with others. Two lecture; two lab.
Basic HTML skills where students learn how to create a Web page, format the page, add graphics to the page and create forms. One lecture.
Designed for students wanting to plan and develop well-designed Web sites that combine effective navigation with the balanced use of graphics, text and color. Students learn how to create Web sites that let users easily and quickly access information regardless of browser type, connection speed or computing platform. Prerequisites: CIS 186 or instructor permission. Two lecture; two lab.
Introductory course for the beginning programmer wanting to develop Web applications using the JavaScript programming language. Students learn JavaScript code compatible with Netscape JavaScript 1.2, which is supported by Navigator 4 and Internet Explorer 4. Students not required to have programming language experience or knowledge of HTML. Prerequisites: CIS 186 or instructor permission. Two lecture; two lab.
Advanced applications of the BASIC language, integrating elements of systems analysis necessary for support in programming and problem solving by the student is emphasized. Prerequisites: CIS 110 or instructor permission. Two lecture; two lab.
Basic skills needed for programming in Visual C# .NET, the language designed specifically for .NET to make Web services applications easier to build. Visual C# .NET is an object-oriented programming language. Prerequisites: CIS 110 or instructor permission. Two lecture; two lab.
Designed for students wanting to learn the most important topics of HTML such as creating Web pages with graphics and links and tables, controlling page layout with frames, to more advanced topics including cascading style sheets, programming with JavaScript, creating a multimedia Web page and creating a Web page with forms. Prerequisites: CIS 186 or instructor permission. Two lecture; two lab.
An introduction to the JAVA Programming Language. The student will write programs in JAVA compiled with Sun's Microsystems JDK. Both JAVA applications and applets are covered. Prerequisites: CIS 110 and CIS 170 or instructor permission. Two lecture; two lab.
An introduction to computer programming using C language. The student will write programs in C with an emphasis on problem analysis, structure, and design. Prerequisites: CIS 110, CIS 170, or instructor permission. Two lecture; two lab.
An introduction to computer programming using C++ language. The student will write programs in C++ with an emphasis on problem analysis, structure and design. Prerequisites: CIS 110 or instructor permission. Two lecture; two lab.
Introduction to the fundamentals of MS Office Suite. Includes an overview of Windows, Office Manager, MS Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint. Students will apply problem solving techniques to complete home, office, and business projects. Combined with CIS 235 this course prepares the student for Microsoft Office User Specialist (MOUS) Certification. Two lecture; two lab.
Presents the advanced features of Microsoft Office Suite, including MS Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint. Students will apply problem solving techniques to complete home, office, and business projects. Combined with CIS 230 this course prepares the student for Microsoft Office User Specialist (MOUS) Certification. Prerequisite: CIS 230 or instructor permission. Two lecture; two lab.
Advanced application course using spreadsheet software program for calculating, analyzing, and projecting. Advanced concepts, skills, and programming requirements as well as various activities and applications are presented. Comprehensive examples are drawn from the fields of the office, science and technology, business and economics. Prerequisite: CIS 230 or BUS 128 or instructor permission. Two lecture; two lab.
How to create Web pages that interact with a database by means of client-side scripts using VBScript; server-side scripts using Active Server pages; and compiled server programs using the CGI protocol in Visual Basic programs, and using HTML dynamic-link libraries written in Visual Basic. Prerequisites: CIS 103 and CIS 183. Two lecture; two lab.
A specific application course using advanced database management system software. Emphasizes hands-on applications and activities throughout the course while investigating applications of databases in personal and professional settings. Prerequisite: CIS 120 or instructor permission. Two lecture; two lab.
Introduction to three new software programs and the proper procedure for scanning in graphics and the technique of video capture and placement into a presentation. The student also learns the proper rules and techniques for creating a pleasing application using Asymetrix Compel and 3D/FX. The student also uses the proper techniques for enhancing photographs and slides with Adobe Photoshop. Prerequisite: CIS 103. Two lecture; two lab.
Creation of digital illustration utilizing multiple graphic software programs. Basic foundation in the use of computer software as a drawing tool for the production of illustrations for printed and digital publications. Two lecture; two lab.
Introduction to 3-D computer graphics through an emphasis on the technical aspects of creating 3-D imagery. Includes modeling, animating, texturing, dynamics, lighting and rendering tools. Prerequisites: CIS 116 and CIS 257. Two lecture, two lab.
Overview of current technologies used by web design professionals to create visually pleasing and interactive web pages. Students will develop an understanding of basic web technologies and their functions, as well as create simple web applications. Prerequisites: CIS 183 or instructor permission. Two lecture; two lab.
Tools of system analysis covered include documentation methods (systems flow chart, decision table, etc.), user communication, record layout, code design, file design (online data concepts), documentation design (source and printed output). Selected business systems applications are used to apply the above tools. Prerequisite: CIS 110 or CIS 245 or instructor permission. Two lecture; two lab.
Explores the uses of the Internet in the classroom as a teaching tool. One lecture.
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