Computer Information Science

These courses constitute a series wherein the student works on a part-time basis in a job directly related to computer science. In these courses the employer evaluates the student's productivity and the student submits a descriptive report of his work experiences. Upon completion, the student will demonstrate skills learned in an employment setting.

This course provides students with hands-on experience using spreadsheet software. Students will develop skills common to most spreadsheet software by developing a wide variety of spreadsheets. Emphasis is on planning, developing, and editing functions associated with spreadsheets.

This course provides students with hands-on experience using database management software. Students will develop skills common to most database management software by developing a wide variety of databases. Emphasis is on planning, developing, and editing functions associated with database management.

(Only offered Fall and Spring semesters)

This course is one of five courses that make up the Google IT Technical Support certificate which prepares students to work as an entry-level IT Support Specialist.  In this course, students will be introduced to the work of information technology.  Students will learn about the different facets of information technology, such as computer hardware, the Internet, computer software, troubleshooting and customer service. 

(Only offered Fall semester)

This course is one of five courses that make up the Google IT Technical Support certificate which prepares students to work as an entry-level IT Support Specialist.  This course gives learners an overview of computer networking, from modern networking fundamentals and protocols to the cloud and its applications.

(Only offered Fall semester)

This course is one of five courses that make up the Google IT Technical Support certificate which prepares students to work as an entry-level IT Support Specialist.  In this course students learn about the main components of an operating system and how to perform critical tasks like managing software and users and configuring hard ware and software.

(Only offered Spring semester)

This course one of five courses that make up the Google IT Technical Support certificate which prepare students to work as an entry-level IT Support Specialist.  This course covers how to maintain reliable computer systems in a multi-user environment, how to manage and configure servers, how to recover IT infrastructure in the event of a disaster, and how to use industry tools to manage computers, user information and user productivity.

(Only offered Spring semester)

This course is one of five courses that make up the Google IT Technical Support certificate, which prepares students to work as an entry-level IT Support Specialist.  This course covers a wide variety of IT security concepts, tools, and best practices.  The course includes a background of encryption algorithms, the three A’s of information security, and network security solutions.

(Only offered Summer semester)

This is an introductory level course that covers the fundamentals of software, hardware, security, and networking, as well as basic IT skills such as workstation set-up, operating system navigation, simple support services, backup protocols, and safety.  Upon completion of the course, students will understand the essential functions of IT professionals and be better positioned to make decisions about a career in information technology.  This course prepares students to earn the CompTIA certification in IT Fundamentals.

This course provides an overview of computer software applications, including word processing, spreadsheets, database management, and presentation software. It covers key concepts relevant to professional certifications. The course introduces students to the emerging field of Artificial Intelligence and its potential applications, offering insight into the operational mechanisms of AI chatbots and their implications for the future. Additionally, students will develop familiarity with a range of digital technologies.

This course will demonstrate advanced functions and integration of word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation software.  Upon completion, students should be able to apply advanced features of the selected software to typical problems found in society and business. This course will prepare students for Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification.

This course builds on concepts associated with various microcomputer applications with emphasis on advanced features commonly found in software applications. Advanced features of word processing, spreadsheets, database, and presentation packages are introduced. Features such as macros, Visual Basic Applications, and online features are included in the content of the course. Upon completion, the student will be able to apply the advanced features of selected software to the workplace. This course will help prepare students for the MOS certification.

This course includes logic, design and problem solving techniques used by programmers and analysts in addressing and solving common programming and computing problems. The most commonly used techniques of flowcharts, structure charts, and pseudo code will be covered and students will be expected to apply the techniques to designated situations and problems. 

This course is designed to introduce students to basic concepts of computer networks. Emphasis is placed on terminology and technology involved in implementing selected networked systems. The course covers various network models, topologies, communications protocols, transmission media, networking hardware and software, and network troubleshooting. Students gain hands-on experience in basic networking. This course further helps prepare students for certification. Note: This course is a suitable substitute for CIS 199. Additionally, CIS 170 may be used as a suitable substitute for this course. However, CIS 161 will not substitute for CIS 270.

This course presents fundamental applications in Linux. Included in this course are skills development for OS installation and setup, recompile techniques, system configuration settings, file/folder structures and types, run levels, basic network applications, and scripting. Additionally, the course presents security features from an administrative and user consideration.

(only offered Fall and Spring semesters)

The main purpose of this course is to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the helpdesk environment and the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to work in the user support industry. Students will learn problem-solving and communication skills that are very valuable when providing user support. Through hands-on exercises and case projects students will learn how to apply their knowledge and develop their ideas and skills.

This course is an introduction to the Python programming language.  Topics include input and output, decision structures, repetition structures, functions, working with files, strings, object-oriented programming and inheritance.  Upon completion, students will be able to demonstrate knowledge of the topics through the completion of programming projects and appropriate tests.

The course provides students with opportunities to learn Hypertext Markup Language, cascading style sheets, and JavaScript.  At the conclusion of this course, students will be able to use specified markup languages to develop basic Web page.

(only offered Fall and Spring semesters)

This course emphasizes BASIC programming using a graphical user interface. The course will emphasize graphical user interfaces with additional topics on such topics as advanced file handling techniques, simulation, and other selected areas. Upon completion, the student will be able to demonstrate knowledge of the topics through the completion of programming projects and appropriate tests.

(Only offered Fall semester)

The course provides students with information on the concept of cyber defense.  Topics include information relative to legal aspects of cyber attacks, threats to various levels of national and local social infrastructure, financial systems, personal data, and other direct and indirect threats.  As part of this course students explore current and historical cyber threats and U.S. policy regarding infrastructure protection. 

This course emphasizes scanning, testing, and securing computer systems. The lab-intensive environment provides opportunities to understand how perimeter defenses work and how hackers are able to compromise information systems. With awareness of hacking strategies, students learn to counteract those attempts in an ethical manner.

(Only offered Summer semester)

This course is an introduction to the C++ programming language including object-oriented programming. Topics include: problem solving and design; control structures; objects and events; user interface construction; and document and program testing.

(Only offered Spring semester)

This course provides students with hands-on practical experience in installing computer software, operating systems, and troubleshooting. The class will help to prepare participants for the A+ Certification sponsored by CompTIA. This course is a suitable substitute for CIS 239, Networking Software.

This course provides students with hands-on practical experience in installation and troubleshooting computer hardware. The class will help to prepare participants for the A+ Certification sponsored by CompTIA. This is a suitable substitute for CIS 240, Networking Hardware.

This course provides a study of threats to network security and methods of securing a computer network from such threats. Topics included in this course are security risks, intrusion detection, and methods of securing authentication, network access, remote access, Web access, and wired and wireless network communications. Upon completion students will be able to identify security risks and describe appropriate counter measures.

(Only offered Spring semester)

This course introduces students to methods of computer forensics and investigations. This course helps prepare students for industry specific certification.

(Only offered Fall semester)

This course is an advanced object-oriented programming course and covers advanced program development techniques and concepts in the context of an object-oriented language. Subject matter includes object-oriented analysis and design, encapsulation, inheritance, polymorphism (operator and function overloading), information hiding, abstract data types, reuse, dynamic memory allocation, and file manipulation. Upon completion, students should be able to develop a hierarchical class structure necessary to the implementation of an object-oriented software system.

(Only offered Summer semester)

This course allows study of currently relevant computer science topics, with the course being able to be repeated for credit for each different topic covered.  Course content will be determined by the instructor and will vary according to the topic being covered.  Upon completion, the student will be able to demonstrate comprehension of the specified topics.