CIS - Computer Information Systems --- Summer 2024
CIS A111 --- Introduction to Computer Information Systems
Introductory course in the applications of information systems in business. Students will learn about Information Systems, hardware and software components, networks, ethics and security issues, ecommerce, and Web page design. Use of spreadsheet and database management software to create computer-based solutions to business problems. Meets the lower division computer requirement for business majors at some CSU and UC campuses. This course may also be offered online.
CIS - Computer Information Systems --- Fall 2024
CIS A090 --- Beginning Computer Keyboarding 1
The student will develop basic keyboarding skills on a computer keyboard using correct stroking techniques on letter, number, and symbol keys. Emphasis on developing accuracy and speed. No credit will be given to students who can already type 30 words per minute. This course may also be offered online.
CIS A092 --- Beginning Computer Keyboarding 2
Keyboarding on the computer for students who can type by touch control and know alphabetic, numeric, and symbolic keys presented in Computer Information Systems A090. Emphasis on speed and accuracy on straight copy material, introduction to MS Word, formatting of memos, personal letters, business letters, one-page reports, and simple tables. This course may also be offered online.
CIS A100 -- Introduction to Computer Applications
Introductory computer course for MS Windows and applications. Students learn about the computer operating system and software applications for word processing, spreadsheets, databases, multimedia presentations, the Internet, and social networking tools. Provides preparation for students seeking Microsoft Certified Application Specialist (MCAS) certification. This course may also be offered online.
CIS A111 --- Introduction to Computer Information Systems
Introductory course in the applications of information systems in business. Students will learn about Information Systems, hardware and software components, networks, ethics and security issues, ecommerce, and Web page design. Use of spreadsheet and database management software to create computer-based solutions to business problems. Meets the lower division computer requirement for business majors at some CSU and UC campuses. This course may also be offered online.
CIS A111 --- Introduction to Computer Information Systems Honor
Introductory course in the applications of information systems in business. Students will learn about Information Systems, hardware and software components, networks, ethics and security issues, ecommerce, and Web page design. Use of spreadsheet and database management software to create computer-based solutions to business problems. Meets the lower division computer requirement for business majors at some CSU and UC campuses. This course may also be offered online.
CIS A123 --- Web Page Design 1
This course will provide a practical understanding of HTML and CSS to design and format web pages. Text editors will be used to create and format Web pages incorporating various types of styles. This course may also be offered online.
CIS A129 --- Web Page Design 2
Intended for students who know how to create web pages using HTML. This course covers advanced Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) techniques such as designing responsive Web sites for tablets, mobile devices, and desktops. This course may also be offered online.
CIS A134 --- Excel 1
Topics include spreadsheet concepts, model building, formula development, formula functions, charts, and list functions. Provides preparation for students seeking Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) core certification. Same as BUS A134. Students completing CIS A134 may not receive credit for BUS A134. This course may also be offered online.
CIS A137 --- Microsoft Outlook
The basics of communicating by email. Students will use basic computer concepts for learning Microsoft Outlook. Other topics include the use of the calendar, weather, management of contacts, tasks, notes, appointments, mail merge, scheduling, integrating Outlook with other applications, and working in the cloud. Provides preparation for students seeking Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification. May be offered online.
CIS A149 --- Office Procedures
Personal qualities and office skills required of an office assistant in a high tech, multicultural labor force. Office applications generated with Microsoft Office, enhanced verbal and written communications skills, reprographics, telephone and mail procedures, records management, time and stress management, office ethics, and career planning. This course may also be offered online.
CIS A171 --- Introduction to JavaScript
For students who already know how to create Web pages using HTML, this course introduces the fundamentals of JavaScript, a scripting language used to create interactive Web pages. Students will create dynamic Web pages using dialog boxes, forms, menus, rollover buttons, and image manipulation. This course may also be offered online.
CIS A223 --- JavaScript 2
For students who already know how to create web pages using HTML and understand JavaScript, this course covers advanced features of Front-End development. Topics include closures, advanced Javascript OOP patterns, utilizing jQuery, manipulating Document Object Model (DOM), and writing AJAX scripts.
CIS A234 --- Excel 2
Create templates and macros using Visual Basic for Applications to automate Excel tasks, formula auditing, data validation, complex problem solving, importing data, routing changes, PivotCharts, PivotTables, and trendlines. Provides preparation for students seeking Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification. Same as BUS A234. Students completing CIS A234 may not receive credit for BUS A234. This course may also be offered online.