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CIS 1105 Microsoft Windows
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1 cr |
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Includes a study of Windows fundamentals such as the basic manipulation of a window; saving, opening, closing, and priting files; Windows Explorer; Control Panel; Searching; Help; desktop customizization; and Windows accessories. Basic hardware and software terms will be covered, as well as identification and use of common hardware components. This is a hands-on course designed for the computer novice.
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CIS 1110 Microsoft Word
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3 cr |
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Includes formatting, priting, tabs, tables, newsletters, mail merge, styles, desktop publishing, macros, web page creation, and online forms. This course is designed for students wishing to acquire word processing knowledge for personal or professional use. Prereq: OSYS 1101 or basic keyboarding skills.
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CIS 1130 Introduction to Microsoft Excel
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1 cr |
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Introduces construction of spreadsheets using Excel. Topics include worksheet creation and formulas, functions, what-if analysis, formatting, graphing, and printing. Prereq: Working knowledge of Windows. Completion of Math 92 with minimum of C grade or recommendation of Math 94 on assessment test.
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CIS 1131 Intermediate Microsoft Excel
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1 cr |
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Includes Excel lists/database, pivot tables, advanced functions, macros, Excel web tools, and multiple sheet/file manipulation. Prereq: CIS 1130 or consent of instructor.
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CIS 1135 Microsoft PowerPoint
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1 cr |
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Develops the use of PowerPoint to produce professional-looking presentations. PowerPoint provides the flexibility to make an informal presentation in a small conference room using overhead transparencies, to make a slideshow using a projection device attached to a personal computer, or to make a formal presentation to a large audience using 35 mm slides. Enables enhancement of presentations with graphic images, video, and audio files. Prereq: Previous experience using Windows.
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CIS 1150 Introduction to Microsoft Access
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1 cr |
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Introduces database concepts and techniques to users and designers of database systems using Access. Topics include relational database concepts, building and customizing tables, creating queries, and constructing basic forms and reports. Prereq: Previous experience using Windows.
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CIS 1151 Intermediate Microsoft Access
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1 cr |
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Includes advanced form and report construction, data access pages, and advanced queries. Prereq: CIS 1150 or consent of instructor.
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CIS 1152 Access Application Development
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2 cr |
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Is a continuation of CIS 1151 with a focus on Access application development tools including switchboard, macros, and Visual Basic for Applications (VBA). Topics include documentation, SQL, complex forms/reports, error trapping, using ActiveX controls, introduction to object models including DAO and ADO, and securing a database. Students will create an original Access development project using a variety of techniques/tools. Prereq: CIS 1151.
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CIS 1160 Project Management Software
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2 cr |
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Uses Microsoft Project to introduce project management theory and application. Topics in this course include: creating a project to include task definition and dependencies; examination of critical path, constraints, and earned value; allocation of resources; assigning resources and project costs; tracking progress; and sharing of project information. Prereq: Working Knowledge of Windows. Concurrent enrollment in BUS 2320 recommended.
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CIS 1185 Special Topics
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1 cr |
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Introduces the macromedia suite-Dreamweaver, Flash, and Fireworks. Course content focuses on the fundamentals of each application and incorporating each application into a digital media project. Uses of the macromedia suite include professional website development, eLearning creation, and interactive marketing presentations.
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CIS 1500 Database Management Systems
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3 cr |
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Explores issues related to the design, development, and use of computer databases. Topics covered include: database models, database design methodologies, data normalization, SQL instruction, and implementation issues. Students develop databases using several database products, which may include Access and SQL Server. Prereq: CS 1100 or equivalent experience. CIS 1150 strongly recommended.
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CIS 2189 Internship: Information Technology
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Provides a supervised work experience with computer and information systems oriented toward projects utilizing skills an dknowledge in programming languages, database development, management information systems, or related computer science functions. The experience is intended to result in new learning and increased capabilities for the intern and the completion of authentic work for the sponsoring organization. Internships may be arranged for 2,3 or 4 credits upon the mutual agreement of the student, instructor and sponsoring organization. Placement depends on student qualifications and a successful interview for a particular position. Interns are required to abide by all policies governing employees and meet expectations for regular employees. Prereq: Permission of instructor, available position, approval of sponsor.
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CIS 2205 Internet
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2 cr |
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Introduces the student to the Internet as an information resourcce. The student will use a wide range of Internet tools and will develop skills and techniques to use and search the Internet both efficiently and effectively.
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CIS 2207 Web Publishing with Front Page
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1 cr |
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Introduces Web page development for non-programmers, using Microsoft FrontPage. Text, images, tables, frames, forms, and hyperlinks will be incorporated into page designs that will be published on the Web. Prereq: Knowledge of Windows and the Internet.
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CIS 2210 Introduction to Macromedia Flash
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2 cr |
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Introduces the software Macromedia Flash, which is a graphics package used to create and add animations to Web pages. Topics include: creating and manipulating shapes, working with colors, inserting text, using layers, creating basic animations, using interactivity, including sound objects, and publishing to the Web. This course is intended for the student who wishes to add animations or a higher level of interactivity to Web pages. Prereq: Previous knowledge of Windows operating system and use of microcomputer. Previous experience in Web page authoring software recommended such as CIS 2207.
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CIS 2280 Special Topics in Computer Information Systems
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Studies new and emerging computer information systems topics, systems, software packages, applications, management tools, and problem solving approaches. Specialized topics and applications will be determined in advance by the instructor and published in the class schedule. Prerequisites: To be determined by the specialized topic and published in the class schedule
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