ALTERNATIVE INPUT/OUTPUT FOR COMPUTERS

1 CR. (1.5 LBV)

Focuses on teaching alternative methods for inputting data into a computer. Individualized for each student, the course covers such programs as Dragon NaturallySpeaking, Dragon Dictate, or Job Access with Speech (JAWS). It is designed for students who have little or no previous computer experience.

CIS 102

COMPUTER ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY

3 CR. (4.5 LBV)

Introduces assistive technology and alternative methods for utilization of computer systems. Depending upon student need or interest, the student selects the AT or method. Options include voice recognition, screen readers, screen enlargement, keyboard modification, word predication, reading enhancement programs and alternative data entry methods.

CIS 104

WORD PROCESSING WITH ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY

3 CR. (4.5 LBV)

Provides training in the functions, features, and uses of assistive technology and alternative methods. Covers the introduction of standard word processing features needed for proper presentation of college or business papers and the methodology to successfully use the assistive technology/alternative method in continuing educational or employment environments.

CIS 107

VOICE RECOGNITION: DRAGON

1 CR. (1.5 LBV)

Teaches the basics of voice recognition software for word processing and other related office applications. Benefits include the reduction of repetitive stress injuries, increasing accuracy, and saving report time preparation.

CIS 110

INTRODUCTION TO THE PC

1 CR. (1.5 LBV)

Provides the beginning computer user with hands-on experience in the elementary use of the personal computer. This course introduces the basic feature of and the terminology associated with personal computers, including topics such as database, spreadsheet, and word processing. S/U

CIS 115

INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS

3 CR. (3L)

Focuses on an overview of the needs for and roles of computer information systems. Emphasizes computer requirements in organizations, history, hardware functions, programming, systems development, and computer operations. Introduces computer applications.

CIS 118

INTRO PC APPLICATIONS

3 CR. (2L/1.5 LBV)

PRQ: CIS 110 or equivalent assessment test score. Introduces computer concepts and components, as well as application-suite software and the Internet.  Includes descriptions of and hands-on experiences with word processing, spreadsheets, databases, operating environments and other common PC application packages.

CIS 124

INTRO TO OPERATING SYSTEMS

3 CR. (2L/1.5 LBV)

CORQ: CIS 110 or equivalent assessment test score. Introduces concepts, terminology and hands-on skills in the use of DOS and Windows. Emphasizes navigation, file manipulation, file creation and troubleshooting.

CIS 128

WINDOWS COMPLETE

3 CR. (2L/1.5 LBV)

PRQ: CIS 110 or equivalent assessment test score. Introduces the functions and capabilities of Microsoft Windows. Includes configuring and modifying the operating system environment.

CIS 130

INTRODUCTION TO INTERNET

1 CR. (1.5LBV)

Enhances the student’s knowledge of the Internet and its resources. Individuals learn terminology in dealing with the Internet. Includes privacy and copyright issues with information retrieved from the Internet. Students experience the use of e-commerce, multimedia and e-mail. Explores searching the Internet and credibility of information obtained with searches. S/U

CIS 131

WORD PROCESSING I

1 CR. (1L)

Gives the student an introductory working knowledge of word processing. The student will create, edit, format, save, and print documents. The student will use spell check, grammar check, and thesaurus features. The student will format text, paragraphs, and pages, change margins and use the find and replace feature as well as create envelopes and labels.

CIS 135

COMPLETE PC WORD PROCESSING

3 CR. (2L/1.5 LBV)

PRQ: CIS 110 or equivalent assessment test score, 30 wpm. BTE 102 highly recommended. Explores a complete array of word processing skills. The skills needed to create, edit, format, and printing documents are covered. Other topics include character, spelling checkers and thesaurus, hyphenation, tables, mail merge, document design, and graphics.

CIS 140

MICROSOFT OUTLOOK

1 CR. (.5L/.75 LBV)

PRQ: CIS 110 or equivalent assessment test score, BTE 102, CIS 128. Introduces the functions used in Microsoft Outlook including e-mail messages, calendar, contacts, tasks, journals, and notes. S/U

CIS 141

PC DATABASE: EXCEL

1 CR. (1.5 LBV)

Introduces the student to the functions of a database using selected software. It includes skills such as file creation, searches, sorts, simple editing and indexes.

CIS 145

COMPLETE PC DATABASE

3 CR. (2L/1.5 LBV)

PRQ: CIS 128. Explores a complete array of database skills. Includes table, query, form, and report creation and modification. Other topics include application integration and automation of database tasks within the database.

CIS 146

DATABASE APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT: ACCESS

3 CR. (2L/1.5 LBV)

PRQ: CIS 145. Covers the PC database concepts necessary to create database applications. Includes programming, shared files, resource locking, and database recovery.

CIS 149

MICROSOFT OFFICE SPECIALIST CERTIFICATION PREP: ACCESS

1 CR. (1.5 LBV)

Prepares students for the Microsoft Office Specialist certification examination for Access. Students use software to determine strengths and weaknesses and elect to review and prepare for the Core level Certification exam.

CIS 151

PC SPREADSHEETS I: EXCEL

1 CR. (1.5 LBV)

Introduces the student to concepts and applications of an electronic spreadsheet. Topics include creating a worksheet, developing a professional looking worksheet and creating charts.

CIS 155

PC SPREADSHEET CONCEPTS: EXCEL

3 CR. (2L/1.5 LBV)

PRQ: CIS 128. Exposes the student to a wide range of uses of the electronic spreadsheet with special emphasis on using it as a business tool. Includes fundamentals and terms, creating and saving workbooks, entering and using formulas, formatting, printing, multiple-page workbooks, creating charts, entering and using functions, managing lists, and simple macros.

CIS 156

PC SPREADSHEETS APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT: EXCEL

3 CR. (2L/1.5 LBV)

PRQ: CIS 155. Builds on skills learned in CIS 155 and teaches advanced techniques for spreadsheet design and use. Topics include inserting objects from the form toolbar, recording macros and assigning macros to objects, and using visual basic commands to automate repetitive tasks.

CIS 159

MICROSOFT OFFICE SPECIALIST CERTIFICATION PREP: EXCEL

1 CR. (1.5 LBV)

Prepares students for the Microsoft Office Specialist certification examination for Excel. Students use software to determine strengths and weaknesses and elect to review and prepare for either the Core or Expert level Certification exam. The MOS test is not included in this course.

CIS 161

PRESENTATION GRAPHICS I

1 CR. (.5L/.75 LBV)

PRQ: CIS 110 or equivalent assessment test score, CIS 128, BTE 102. Introduces the development of presentation graphics materials including graphs, charts, illustrations, and diagrams. Emphasizes effective communication.

CIS 167

DESKTOP PUBLISHING

3 CR. (2L/1.5 LBV)

Introduces the concepts and applications for desktop publishing using work processing software. Emphasizes page layout and design with techniques for incorporating text and graphics and final production of printed documents.

CIS 178

SEMINAR/WORKSHOP

1-6 CR. (1-6 SEM)

Provides students with an experiential learning experience.

CIS 218

ADVANCED PC APPLICATIONS

3 CR. (2L/1.5 LBV)

PRQ: CIS 118 or permission of instructor. Covers the advanced capabilities of a PC software applications suite. Emphasizes solving business problems by integrating data from all of the software applications that facilitate the production of useful information. Printed documents, reports, slides, and forms are produced to communicate information.

CIS 220

FUNDAMENTALS OF UNIX

3 CR. (2L/1.5 LBV)

Covers the structure and fundamentals of the UNIX operating system. Includes the files system and file processing, various utility programs, and shell, multi-user operation, text processing and communications.

CIS 222

UNIX SYSTEM ADMINISTRATION

3 CR. (2L/1.5 LBV)

Introduces the UNIX/Linux operating system and covers the skills required to install, configure and operate a UNIX/Linux system.

CIS 240

DATABASE DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT

3 CR. (3L)

Introduces the basic concepts of relational databases, data storage, and retrieval. Covers database design, data modeling, transaction processing, and introduces the Structured Query Language for databases.

CIS 241

ADVANCED DATABASE DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT

3 CR. (3L)

PRQ: CIS 240. Continues work started in CIS 240 Database Design and Development. Surveys the two common types of databases - relational and object oriented. Covers transactions and concurrency, database administration and backup and database applications.

CIS 268

SYSTEMS ANALYSIS AND DESIGN I

3 CR. (3L)

PRQ: CIS 115 and one programming language course. Introduces the student to the materials, techniques, procedures, and human interrelations involved in developing computer information systems. Includes the systems approach, fact gathering techniques, forms design, input/output, file design, file organization, various charting techniques, system audits on controls, project management, implementation, and evaluation.

CIS 275-277

SPECIAL TOPICS

1-6 CR. (L/LBV)

Provides students with a vehicle to pursue in depth exploration of special topics of interest.

CIS 276

SPECIAL TOPICS: INTRODUCTION TO THE PC II

1 CR. (1.5 LBV)

This class will enhance and augment the student’s knowledge of personal computer application software by covering advanced techniques of word processing, spreadsheets, and database in an integrated application package. S/U

CIS 287

COOPERATIVE EDUCATION

1-6 CR. (1-6 INT)

Provides students an opportunity to gain practical experience in applying their occupational skills and/or to develop specific skills in a practical work setting. The instructor works with the student to select an appropriate work site, establish learning objectives and to coordinate learning activities with the employer work site supervisor.

CIS 289

CAPSTONE

1-6 CR. (3-18 INT)

Serves as the capstone course for CIS majors. Incorporates projects that allow students to develop advanced techniques and assemble information from different courses. Most projects will include the creation of interactive application programs for the non-computer user and require research beyond the classroom to prepare the student for entry level employment in a variety of situations.