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COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS

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CIS 3

Introduction to Microcomputer and Software Applications

1 unit

CIS 11

Help Desk Operations

3 units

CIS 13 

Introduction to Computers

3 units

CIS 16

Introduction to Visual Basic

3 units

CIS 18

Systems Analysis and Design

3 units

CIS 19

Introduction to the Internet and Web Publishing

3 units

CIS 20

Microsoft Windows

1 unit

CIS 26

Using Spreadsheets

3 units

CIS 27

Using Spreadsheet Macros

3 units

CIS 28

Using Database Applications

3 units

CIS 29

Advanced Database Applications

3 units

CIS 30

Introduction to e-Commerce

3 units

CIS 40

Microcomputer Operations

3 units

CIS 50

Special Topics in Computer Information Systems

To be determined

CIS 80

Oracle Application Programming

4 units

CIS 95/96

Cooperative Work Experience Education 

To be determined

CIS 99abc

Independent Study

To be determined

CIS 133

Web Programming Concepts

4 units

CIS 134

Web Programming

4 units

CIS 140

Data Communications CISCO 1

3 units

CIS 141

Networking Microcomputers CISCO 2

3 units

CIS 142

Implementing and Administering Network Routers CISCO 3

3 units

CIS 143

LAN and WAN Router Configurations CISCO 4

3 units



 COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

CIS 3 Introduction to Microcomputer and Software Applications

1 unit; .5 hour lecture, 1 hour lab
Credit, not degree applicable

In this course the student will be introduced to the capabilities of the computer using file management, wordprocessing, and spreadsheets in a hands-on environment. Operation of the computer as a general purpose tool will be stressed.

Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

CIS 11 Help Desk Operations

3 units; 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab
Prerequisite: CIS 13 with a minimum grade of C or equivalent experience.
Recommended Preparation: CIS 19
Credit, degree applicable
Transfer CSU

This course focuses on practical applications related to the process of help desk and end-user support in the field of Information Technology in a variety of organizational settings.  Topics include the end-user support function in an organization, techniques to resolve various help desk issues, and strategies to provide ongoing technical support to end-users.  Emphasis will be placed on problem solving with users, needs analysis troubleshooting, and interaction with users.


Note: Letter grade or P/NP option. 

CIS 13  Introduction to Computers

3 units; 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab
Recommended Preparation: eligibility for English 84
Credit, degree applicable
Transfer CSU, UC; (CAN BUS 6)

This course is an introduction to computers and application software.   It is designed as both an introduction and an entry-level overview for other Computer Information Systems classes.   The class covers operating systems, computer security, application software, and hardware.   Laboratory exercises focus on application software including spreadsheets, word processors, databases, presentation tools, and the use of the Internet.   A programming language is used to teach design and logic.

CIS 16 Introduction to Visual Basic

3 units; 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab
Prerequisite: CIS 13; CIS 26 or CIS 28 with a minimum grade of C in prerequisite or equivalent experience
Credit, degree applicable
Transfer CSU, UC

This course is an introduction to programming.  Students will learn how to design interfaces and how to develop Task of Object Event (TOE) charts.  Pseudocode and flow charts will then be created and code will be written for the various controls on the interface.    Topics such as sequential file access, arrays, and database access will be covered.

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CIS 18 Systems Analysis and Design

3 units; 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab
Recommended Preparation: CIS 13 or equivalent experience
Credit, degree applicable
Transfer CSU

In this course the student will study structured systems analysis, design, and development as applied to business data processing.  Topics emphasize tools of the analyst and the systems development life cycle, which includes problem definition, feasibility study, analysis, process modeling, data modeling, logic modeling, software development choices, and implementation and maintenance of systems.

CIS 19 Introduction to the Internet and Web Publishing

3 units; 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab
Prerequisite: CIS 13 with a minimum grade of C or equivalent experience
Credit, degree applicable

This course covers terminology, technology, and software used by the Internet and Web Page Publishing.  Different technologies will be compared and evaluated.  Students will learn to set up Web pages, use E-mail, search for and evaluate information sources, and use the various conferencing software available on the Internet.

CIS 20 Microsoft Windows

1 unit; .5 hour lecture, 1 hour lab
Credit, not degree applicable

This course focuses on the use and maintenance of a Windows based computer system and prepares students to set up and protect their home or office computer.  Topics include establishing a multi-user environment, setting restore points, backups, disk defragmenting, and protection from spy ware.

Note:  Letter grade or P/NP option.

CIS 26 Using Spreadsheets

3 units; 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab
Recommended Preparation:  CIS 13 with a minimum grade of C or equivalent experience
Credit, degree applicable
Transfer CSU

In this course students learn to use spreadsheets to solve business and information system problems in a graduated series of laboratory projects.  The database, graphics features, macros, and advanced logical and financial functions of spreadsheets are utilized.  The student will create and enhance charts, work with multiple worksheets and integrate spreadsheets with other Windows applications.

CIS 27 Using Spreadsheet Macros

3 units; 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab
Recommended Preparation: CIS 26 or CIS 68 or the ability to construct spreadsheets; Computer Science 5, 10, 20, 25 or 30; or experience in a computer programming language
Credit, degree applicable
Transfer CSU

This course covers macros and the command language structure required to automate spreadsheet operations.   The student progresses through a complex series of lab exercises to develop the skills required for general business productivity.

CIS 28 Using Database Applications

3 units; 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab
Recommended Preparation: CIS 13 or equivalent experience
Credit, degree applicable
Transfer CSU

This course offers the student advanced instruction in relational databases in a Windows environment.  The student designs and develops a database from user specifications.  Topics include analyzing source documents, normalizing a database, techniques of effective design and creating and implementing all tables and database objects.  Applications used are typical business operations such as inventory and human resources.

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CIS 29 Advanced Database Applications

3 units; 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab
Prerequisite: CIS 28 with a minimum grade of C
Credit, degree applicable
Transfer CSU

This course offers the student advanced instruction in relational databases in a Windows environment.  The student designs and develops a database from user specifications.  Topics include analyzing source documents, normalizing a database, techniques of effective design and creating and implementing all tables and database objects.  Applications used are typical business operations such as inventory and human resources.

CIS 30 Introduction to e-Commerce

3 units; 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab
Recommended Preparation: CIS 13; eligibility for English 84
Credit, degree applicable
Transfer CSU

This introductory course will acquaint the student with fundamentals of eCommerce.  The primary focus will be the study of current eCommerce practices, business models, techniques and opportunities for conducting business via the Internet.  This course will help to prepare students for employment as Web masters, website designers, and eCommerce business managers.

Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

CIS 40 Microcomputer Operations

3 units; 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab
Recommended Preparation: CIS 13 plus one other microcomputer course or equivalent experience
Credit, degree applicable
Transfer CSU, UC

In this course students will become familiar with managing and supporting microcomputers within an organization.   The class will emphasize both computer hardware and applications software.  Topics covered will include: microcomputer concepts, computer devices, hardware management, applications and operating system software installation and setup, and ethical concerns within the information systems environment.

CIS 50 Special Topics in Computer Information Systems

Units determined by individual course; lecture/lab hours determined by individual course
Credit status determined by individual course

This course is designed to explore topics in Computer Information Systems more specific than provided in other courses in the regular departmental curriculum.  Students are referred to the current schedule of classes for details of specific courses.

CIS 80 Oracle Application Programming

4 units; 3 hours lecture, 2 hours lab
Prerequisite: CIS 28 with a minimum grade of C or equivalent experience in database design
Credit, degree applicable
Transfer CSU

The effective and efficient use of an application programming language is introduced and developed in lectures and reinforced through a series of lab projects of increasing complexity.   Programming techniques will include building and manipulation of tables as used in modern business.

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CIS 95/96abcd Cooperative Work Experience Education

2-4 units; hours to be arranged
Enrollment Limitation: Employment or volunteer work in a position related to the student's major or career goal by the second week of the semester.  Completion of or current enrollment in one course from the major
Credit, degree applicable
Transfer CSU - limitations apply

Through a set of learning objectives established by the student, supervisor, and instructor, each student will work with and learn from experts in the Computer Information Systems field.  These experiences will enable students to improve job skills, analyze career opportunities and requirements, and compare them to personal abilities and career expectations.

Note: The total units earned for CWEE may not exceed 16 units

CIS 99abc Independent Study

1-3 units; hours to be arranged
Enrollment Limitation: two courses in Computer Information Systems with a minimum grade of B in each and acknowledgment by the instructor with whom the student will work
Credit, degree applicable
Transfer CSU, UC - limitations apply

This course provides special advanced studies in the field of Computer Information Systems not covered in the regular departmental offerings.   Regular conferences with the instructor are coordinated with assigned Computer Information Systems projects (60 hours per unit).

Note: For eligibility requirements go to www.elcamino.edu/admissions/credit.asp

CIS 133 Web Programming Concepts

4 units; 3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab
Recommended Preparation: CIS 13 or CIS 19 or equivalent experience
Credit, degree applicable
Transfer CSU

Students examine the fundamental concepts and structures of programming for the Web using client-side mark-up languages and scripting languages.  Students learn how to use standard documentation, testing and debugging techniques, and Web-based programming tools such as conditional structures, variables, classes, objects, functions, events, arrays, windows, and forms in order to create eBusiness applications.  Additional topics include the introduction to XML, databases as used in the development of Web-based programming, and utilizing Web services.

Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

CIS 134 Web Programming

4 units; 3 hours lecture, 3 hours lab
Recommended Preparation: CIS 133 or equivalent experience
Credit, degree applicable
Transfer CSU

This introductory programming course incorporates the basic concepts of Web programming, problem solving, programming logic, and design techniques using Microsoft.Net Web programming languages.  The student will be able to obtain information from an e-client and send information to the e-client by building dynamic data-driven Web applications.  Skills will be applied to the creation of a Web Service.  Emphasis is placed on emerging Web programming skills and technologies to prepare students for advanced programming applications and to enter the E-Business industry.

Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

CIS 140 Data Communications CISCO 1

3 units; 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab
Prerequisite: CIS 13 with a minimum grade of C or equivalent experience
Recommended Preparation: CIS 40
Credit, degree applicable
Transfer CSU

This course introduces students to fundamental networking concepts and technologies.  Students will learn the skills necessary to plan and implement small networks across a range of applications.  The course uses concepts of both hardware and software in order to understand principles of communication theory.  This class is technically oriented and will prepare students for industry certification.

Note: This course is semester one in the Cisco Networking Academy program.

CIS 141 Networking Microcomputers CISCO 2

3 units; 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab
Prerequisite: CIS 140 with a minimum grade of C or equivalent
Credit, degree applicable
Transfer CSU

In this course students will develop an understanding of how a router learns about remote networks and determines the best path to those networks.  This course includes both static routing and dynamic routing protocols.  Students will become familiar with the terminology and technology used to design and build local and wide area networks.  The course will also focus on routing protocols and concepts.

Note: This course is semester 2 in the Cisco Networking Academy program.

CIS 142 Implementing and Administering Network Routers CISCO 3

3 units; 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab
Prerequisite: CIS 141 with a minimum grade of C or equivalent (Successful completion of the Cisco CCNA "semesters" 1 and 2 is an equivalent.)
Credit, degree applicable
Transfer CSU

This course provides instruction in installing and maintaining network routers.   The course will provide hands-on experience in diagnosing and replacing router components.

Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

CIS 143 LAN and WAN Router Configurations CISCO 4

3 units; 2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab
Prerequisite: CIS 142 with a minimum grade of C or equivalent (Successful completion of CISCO CCNA “Semesters” 1, 2, and 3 is an equivalent.)
Credit, degree applicable
Transfer CSU

This course provides a study of routers and their configuration in multi-protocol inter-networks.    Students will learn to design and build a multi-router and multi-group inter-network that use local and wide area network interfaces for the most commonly used routing and routed protocols.

Note: Letter grade or P/NP option.

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 Last Published 7/25/11