2017-2018 Pierce College Catalog 
    
    May 03, 2024  
2017-2018 Pierce College Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Business Information Technology

  
  • BTECA 132 Microsoft PowerPoint: Customize and Share a Presentation (1)


    Formerly: BTECH 225C

    Prereq: BTECA 130  with at least a 2.0, or instructor permission.

    Students can choose to work through one or more PowerPoint topics. 
  
  • BTECA 136 Ten-Key Mastery (1)


    Formerly: BTECH 136

    Learn to input data by touch on the computer keyboard ten-key pad. Focus will be on speed, accuracy, and proper technique when keying numeric data.
  
  • BTECA 140 Microsoft Access: Create and Modify a Database (1)


    Formerly: BTECH 220A

    Prereq: BTECA 110  with at least a 2.0, or instructor permission.

    Students can choose to work through one or more Access topics.
  
  • BTECA 141 Microsoft Access: Create and Queries and Forms (1)


    Formerly: BTECH 220B

    Prereq: BTECA 140  with at least a 2.0, or instructor permission.

    Students can choose to work through one or more Access topics.
  
  • BTECA 142 Microsoft Access: Create Reports, Charts and Web Pages (1)


    Formerly: BTECH 220C

    Prereq: BTECA 140  with at least a 2.0, or instructor permission.

    Students can choose to work through one or more Access topics.
  
  • BTECA 145 Records and Database Management (5)


    Formerly: BTECH 145

    Prereq: BTECA 109 , type by touch at 20 wpm or instructor permission

    Principles and procedures for records management including storage and retrieval using manual and computer database systems. Includes alphabetic, subject, numeric and geographic storage methods and control of records.
  
  • BTECA 150 Microsoft Outlook: Using E-Mail and the Calendar (1)


    Formerly BTECH 226A

    Prereq: BTECA 109  with grade of at least 2.0, touch typing at 25 wpm, instructor permission.

    Students can choose to work through one or more Outlook topics.
  
  • BTECA 151 Microsoft Outlook: Managing Tasks, Contacts and Inbox (1)


    Formerly: BTECH 226B

    Prereq: BTECA 150  or instructor permission.

    Students can choose to work through one or more Outlook topics.
  
  • BTECA 152 Microsoft Outlook: Customizing and Integrating Outlook (1)


    Formerly: BTECH 226C

    Prereq: BTECA 150  or instructor permission.

    Students can choose to work through one or more Outlook topics.
  
  • BTECA 160 Business Document Formatting: Basic (1)


    Formerly: BTECH 117A

    Prereq: BTECA 100  with grade of at least 2.0 or touch typing at 20 wpm, or instructor permission.

    Use word processing software to create basic and advanced business documents.
  
  • BTECA 161 Business Document Formatting: Advanced (1)


    Formerly BTECH 117B

    Prereq: BTECA 160  or instructor permission.

    Use word processing software to create basic and advanced business documents.
  
  • BTECA 205 Office Procedures (3)


    Formerly: BTECH 205

    Prereq: BTECA 100 BTECA 101 BTECA 110 BTECA 121 ,   BTECA 160  or instructor permission.

    A course designed for students who wish to learn and practice necessary skills for employment in today’s office. Students receive instruction in telephone communications, use of electronic information software, processing travel and meeting documents, time management and use of personal productivity software.
  
  • BTECA 245 Cooperative Work Experience I (3)


    Formerly: BTECH 245

    Prereq: Permission from a Business Information Technology Instructor.

    Emphasis on relating and applying the skills and attitudes learned in college to the workplace. Students complete a 90-hour internship, working part time in an office setting related to their chosen Business Information Technology program(s). The students regularly discuss job-related issues. Professional liability insurance required for this course. See instructor for more information.
  
  • BTECA 246 Cooperative Work Experience II (3)


    Formerly: BTECH 246

    Prereq: Completion or concurrent enrollment in BTECA 245 .

    Students work in an office setting related to their chosen Business Information Technology program(s). Emphasis continues from BTECA 245  on practicing the skills and attitudes learned in their college courses. Professional liability insurance required for this course. See instructor for more information.
  
  • BTECA 248 Business Information Technology Seminar I (2)


    Formerly: BTECH 248

    Prereq: Enrollment in a Business Information Technology program.

    Provides student with job search strategies, including preparation of resumes, cover letters, interviewing strategies, professional appearance and telephone techniques.
  
  • BTECA 249 Business Information Technology Seminar II (2)


    Formerly: BTECH 249

    Prereq: Enrollment in a Business Information Technology program.

    A seminar course for students in the Business Information Technology program emphasizing human relations skills to include leadership, assertiveness, handling criticism, conflict resolution, office politics and diversity in the workplace.
  
  • BTECM 149 Introduction to the Medical Office (5)


    Formerly BTECH 149

    An interpersonal networking course for medical office students including discussion, guest speakers and assignments related to topics such as the medical environment, medical staff, medical ethics and law and the healthcare-related job market.
  
  • BTECM 150 Medical Terminology I (5)


    Formerly: BTECH 150

    Fundamentals of medical terminology, including prefixes, suffixes, root words, and basic rules, upon which the student will build a medical vocabulary. Includes basic anatomy and physiology for the medical office worker.
  
  • BTECM 151 Medical Terminology II (5)


    Formerly: BTECH 151

    Prereq: Grade of 2.0 or better in BTECM 150 .

    A continuation of BTECM 150  to build on the student’s medical vocabulary by learning advanced terminology and body systems. Includes basic anatomy and physiology for the medical office worker.
  
  • BTECM 244 Medical Office Simulation (3)


    Formerly: BTECH 244

    Prereq: Permission from a Business Information Technology Instructor.

    A capstone service learning course primarily focused on the cumulative application of skills of a medical office assistant including professional networking for future employment.
  
  • BTECM 250 Medical Forms and Referral Management (5)


    Formerly: BTECH 250

    Prereq: Grade of 2.0 or better in BTECM 150  or instructor permission.

    Emphasis on the production of the many forms required for insurance billing, including: CMS-1500, UB-92, referrals and referral requests. Includes documentation guidelines and completion of medical claim forms for (including, but not limited to): Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance, Worker’s Compensation, Labor and Industries.
  
  • BTECM 254 CPT Coding (5)


    Formerly: BTECH 254

    Prereq: Grade of 2.0 in BTECM 151 .

    Basic procedural coding for medical office and hospital billing. Students will learn the American Medical Association’s Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) coding system and how to legally and ethically apply the system to various health-care settings.
  
  • BTECM 255 Diagnosis Coding (5)


    Formerly: BTECH 255

    Prereq: Grade of 2.0 in BTECM 151 .

    Basic procedural coding for medical office and hospital billing. Students will learn entry-level current International Classification of Diseases, current revision, and Clinical Modification coding for physician’s offices and outpatient health-care facilities.
  
  • BTECM 256 Advanced Billing and Coding (5)


    Formerly: BTECH 256

    Prereq: BTECM 254  or BTECM 255  with a grade of 2.0.

    Advanced application of both diagnosis and procedural outpatient coding as well as the business of coding and billing. Students build their coding knowledge and skill through intensive coding practice and practical experience using the international classification of diseases, current revision, clinical modification, current procedural terminology, and health care common procedure coding system manuals and applying those concepts to complex coding scenarios.
  
  • BTECM 257 Electronic Health Records (5)


    Prereq: BTECA 109  or  CIS 130 .

    This course will prepare students for the management of health information through the use of electronic health records. Students will complete common work tasks and practice data entry while creating a variety of electronic medical records (EMRs) in both inpatient and outpatient settings using training software. The course will also provide background on existing and evolving government-driven standards and regulations as they apply to the health-care environment.

Business Management

  
  • MNGT 130 Customer Relationship Management (5)


    Introduction to customer relationship management. Topics include customer behavior, customer assessment, effective communication, serving the customer in a diverse environment, and developing and maintaining a relationship with customers.
  
  • MNGT 136 Online Selling and Web Usability (5)


    Students will explore the concepts of website usability, create a foundation in user-centered design, information visualization, and concepts of interactive design and understand the role of users, business and technology. They will study the evolution of usability, map out the design process and consider design concepts such as navigation, presentation, etc. Students will also identify and explore methods and tools typically used by businesses to test and analyze website usability and online user behavior.
  
  • MNGT 137 Independent Contracting (3)


    An introduction to running one’s own business. Students will explore the techniques and responsibilities for successfully managing an independent career.
  
  • MNGT 138 Information Design for Business (5)


    Students will explore techniques and strategies for effective technical writing and writing for the web. They will look at how the use of typography, color, layout and design components influence the design of marketing pieces. They will learn the basic principles of information design for business and marketing and analyze how users read and process information on the web. They will study the pioneers of information design. The class will evaluate a variety of software and web applications used for web design, graphics creation and video editing. Students will create a multi-media marketing piece.
  
  • MNGT 139 Social Media Digital Content for Business (5)


    Students will explore the creation of effective and engaging digital content including the tools, strategies and characteristics required to help consumers take action. They will look at the advantages and constraints of different types of communication mediums, and issues of ownership and copyright. They will explore software applications and apply fundamental graphic and information design principles to create effective marketing content. They will create a marketing portfolio.
  
  • MNGT 141 Professional Portfolio (3)


    Prereq: BUS 134, MNGT 138, and 15 credits minimum of completed college-level credits or a certificate or instructor permission.

    This course is a portfolio creation experience. Students will choose a portfolio platform and assemble and present a broad-based selection of significant student work for evaluation by the instructor and peers during the term of the course. A final professional portfolio will be presented for appraisal by industry experts and faculty and evaluated based on student performance and professional development. The final portfolio will reflect the depth and breadth of a student’s educational growth over time and demonstrate mastery and application of the knowledge, skills and abilities developed while in a program of study. Portfolios may include, but are not limited to class projects, journals, writing samples, publishable scholarship, professional projects, multi-media presentations, annotated bibliographies and artistic endeavors.
  
  • MNGT 182 Creative Sales (5)


    Survey of the multiple aspects of selling including understanding characteristics of the customer, buying motives, prospecting, approaching the customer, presenting/demonstrating the product, handling objections, closing the sale and developing and maintaining a relationship with the customer.
  
  • MNGT 186 Professional Development (5)


    Provides practical skills and techniques for entering the world of professional employment. Students will experience strategies for ongoing career planning as well as strategies to increase workplace effectiveness.
  
  • MNGT 187 Career Communication Skills (5)


    Students will learn the essentials for professional communication through career skills strategies, oral presentations, individual projects and group exercises.
  
  • MNGT 194 Principles of Leadership (5)


    Principles and techniques of leadership and supervision including leadership and motivation theory and application, strategic planning, team development, workplace diversity and conflict management.
  
  • MNGT 198 Work-Based Learning (3)


    Prereq: MNGT 186  and MNGT 187 

    Students will pursue an organized career path plan by obtaining work experience in their chosen field. This course is for the Associate in Business Professional Technical degree students only.
  
  • MNGT 275 Introduction to Visual Promotion (5)


    Provides the student with a working knowledge of planning, creating and implementing visual promotion including advertising, print media, visual display and special promotions.
  
  • MNGT 276 Employment Law: Human Resource Legal Issues (5)


    Overview of major common employment-related laws, workplace legal issues, statutory and regulatory concepts governing the employment relationship, and development of skills supporting legal actions pertaining to that relationship.
  
  • MNGT 278 Introduction to Labor Management Relations (5)


    An overview of the elements and relationships which characterize workplace interactions between the workforce and management in the modern business organization.
  
  • MNGT 282 Principles of Marketing (5)


    A study of the business activities concerned with the flow of goods and services from producers to consumers.
  
  • MNGT 283 Principles of Management (5)


    Principles and practices of management as applied to for-profit and not-for-profit organizations. Real world scenarios in business are used to help the student apply principles to contemporary management problems.
  
  • MNGT 284 Small Business Planning (5)


    Planning and organizing a small business to include developing a preliminary business plan.
  
  • MNGT 293 Retailing and Merchandising (5)


    Fundamentals of retail buying and the management of retail inventories. Topics are important for the contemporary store-level merchant who is responsible for space productivity, inventory turnover and profitability.
  
  • MNGT 295 Human Resource Management (5)


    Principles, methods and procedures in human resource management including job analysis, description and classification, employee morale and motivation, labor turnover, selection and placement, rating and promotion and compensation in conjunction with current government regulations.
  
  • MNGT 296 Current Trends in Human Resources (5)


    Prereq: MNGT 295 

    Explores current human resource issues including local, state and federal labor laws; effective recruitment and selection techniques using behaviorally-anchored structured interview format; training and development strategies using competency-based individual development plans; 360-degree performance review; and how to write employee policy manuals and job descriptions.

Chemistry

  
  • CHEM& 100 Preparatory Chemistry (5)


    GER-NS
    Introductory course in chemistry for students intending to take CHEM& 121  and CHEM& 131 . Discussion of basic chemical concepts including atomic structure, periodic properties, chemical bonding, and chemical nomenclature.
  
  • CHEM& 110 Chemical Concepts with Lab (5)


    GER-NS
    The relationship of basic chemical concepts to issues in modern society will be discussed. Intended for non-science majors.
  
  • CHEM& 121 Intro to Chemistry (5)


    GER-NS
    Prereq: CHEM& 100 , high school chemistry or instructor permission. MATH 096  or MATH 098  or concurrent enrollment in MATH 098  and recommended for ENGL 101  on placement tests.

    An introduction to general chemistry for health professionals or as chemical background for further studies in chemistry. Topics covered include unit conversions, atomic structures, periodic properties, chemical bonds, basic stoichiometry, states of matter, solutions, equilibrium, acid/base chemistry and oxidation/reduction. Lab included.
  
  • CHEM& 131 Intro to Organic/Biochemistry (6)


    GER-NS
    Prereq: CHEM& 121  

    Continuation of CHEM& 121 . The course includes an introduction to organize functional groups and a study of carbohydrates, optical isomerism, lipids, proteins, enzymes, nucleic acids and metabolism. Lab included.
  
  • CHEM& 139 General Chemistry Prep (5)


    GER-NS
    Prereq: MATH 098   or equivalent with grade of 2.0 or better or placement test score above MATH 098.

    Designed to introduce the science major student to mathematical and chemical principles needed for a successful experience in their science studies. Includes problem solving, graphs, calculator use, atomic structure, periodic properties, inorganic nomenclature, the mole, balancing equations and stoichiometry. Non-lab course.
  
  • CHEM& 161 General Chemistry with Lab I (5)


    GER-NS
    Prereq: CHEM& 139  and MATH& 141  (which may be taken concurrently) or instructor permission

    The first quarter of a three-quarter sequence in general chemistry for science and engineering majors. The course covers measurements, significant figures, dimensional analysis, fundamentals of atomic structure, stoichiometry, reactions, gas laws, thermochemistry, and an introduction to solutions. Lab included.
  
  • CHEM& 162 General Chemistry with Lab II (5)


    GER-NS
    Prereq: CHEM& 161  or instructor permission

    The second quarter of a three-quarter sequence in general chemistry for science and engineering majors. The course covers bonding theory, molecular structures, states of matter, quantum theory, periodic properties, atomic structure, intermolecular forces and an introduction to the second law of thermodynamics. Lab included.
  
  • CHEM& 163 General Chemistry with Lab III (5)


    GER-NS
    Prereq: CHEM& 162  or instructor permission

    The last quarter of a three-quarter sequence in general chemistry for science and engineering majors. The course covers kinetics, equilibrium, oxidation/reduction reactions, acids and bases, slightly soluble salts, entropy and free energy and electrochemistry. Lab included.
  
  • CHEM& 261 Organic Chemistry with Lab I (6)


    GER-NS
    Prereq: CHEM& 163  or equivalent with a grade of 2.0 or better or instructor permission

    The first quarter of a three-quarter sequence in organic chemistry for university transfer, designed for science majors, pre-medical, pre-dental and other pre-professional curricula. Structure, nomenclature, physical properties, reactions and synthesis of the main types of organic compounds. Lab included.
  
  • CHEM& 262 Organic Chemistry with Lab II (6)


    GER-NS
    Prereq: CHEM& 261  with a grade of 2.0 or better or instructor permission

    The second quarter of a three-quarter sequence in organic chemistry for university transfer, designed for science majors, pre-medical, pre-dental and other pre-professional curricula. Further discussion of the properties and transformations of organic molecules. Lab included.
  
  • CHEM& 263 Organic Chemistry with Lab III (6)


    GER-NS
    Prereq: CHEM& 262  with a grade of 2.0 or better or instructor permission

    The third quarter of a three-quarter sequence in organic chemistry for university transfer, science majors, pre-medical, pre-dental and other pre-professional curricula. Further discussion of the properties and transformations of organic molecules, including bio-molecules. Lab included.

College Success

  
  • COLLG 107 Study Skills for Math and Science (2)


    Interactive class designed to support development of personal and academic skills for success in math and science classes. Topics include dealing with math and science anxiety, self-awareness of preferred learning styles, confronting word problems and making one’s own study sessions more productive. Some sections may be program specific.
  
  • COLLG 110 College Success (3)


    College Success is designed to prepare students to navigate the college system and enhance opportunities for success. The course emphasizes college success strategies, self assessment, goal setting, career exploration, effective study habits, campus resources, efficient use of online tools for learning, educational planning, and enrollment.
  
  • COLLG 111 TRiO College Success (5)


    Prereq: Permission of TRiO staff.

    Designed to introduce TRiO program students to the skills and tools needed to become a successful college student. Topics include team building and problem solving, study skills, understanding the higher education system, career exploration, budget and time management, online learning styles, communication skills (oral, written, electronic), and self-awareness. Students cannot receive credit for both COLLG 110  and 111 toward degree requirements.
  
  • COLLG 112 College Transfer Planning (2)


    Prereq: COLLG 110  or COLLG 111 

    Interactive capstone course designed for students who have already taken COLLG 110  or COLLG 111 , to support development of personal and academic skills required for success at a four-year school. Topics include networking, mentoring, overcoming personal life challenges, expanding and expounding on a previous exploration in self-awareness and values clarification, and personal preparation for transition to a four-year college.
  
  • COLLG 120 Overcoming Math Anxiety (2)


    Designed to teach methods and processes for success in college. Topics include how the brain learns, learning styles, development of an awareness of math abilities and math anxieties and how to deal with those, self-care and study techniques.

Communication Studies

  
  • CMST& 101 Introduction to Communications (5)


    GER-HM
    An investigation into communication theory, including verbal and non-verbal communication. Communication barriers and processes will be studied. The student will also make presentations before the class.
  
  • CMST& 102 Introduction to Mass Media (5)


    GER-HM
    An analysis of structure, trends and the technology of American mass media industries, including print media, and how they impact individuals, shape society and influence culture.
  
  • CMST 105 Intercultural Communication (5)


    GER-HM
    The examination of the effects of culture upon the process of communication. Using theory and skill development, students are prepared to communicate effectively both within and across cultures. The course gives students the opportunity to analyze their own intercultural communication through experiential and interviewing formats. The course emphasis includes the influence of culture on non-verbal communication, language, perception, intercultural relationship development and conflict management.
  
  • CMST& 220 Public Speaking (5)


    GER-HM
    A beginning course in public speaking that emphasizes speech organization, audience analysis, organization and delivery. Frequent presentations will be made before the class in which the student will be given the opportunity to explore his/her speaking capabilities.
  
  • CMST& 230 Small Group Communication (5)


    GER-HM
    Understanding the principles and processes of oral communication within groups. The course uses theory with practice in participating in group presentations and meetings. The course will examine group presentation skills, group problem solving, listening, leadership, conflict management, group role and group development. The focus is to prepare the student for effective group communications at work, socially and in the community.

Computer

  
  • CMPTR 131 Introduction to Personal Computers (1)


    Introduction to personal computer terminology, hardware components and software. Students will also gain hands-on practice using the Windows operating system, word processing, spreadsheets and internet browser software.

Computer Information Systems

  
  • CIS 103 Online Learning: Getting Started (2)


    Prereq: Regular access to the Internet; familiarity with Web and email

    Through an introductory online experience, the student will learn about how courses work and the personal preparation required for successful learning. Topics covered include technical preparation, navigating the course environment, relationships, and how online learning differs from face-to-face instruction. The class will help students identify when and how online learning is best incorporated into their educational activities.
  
  • CIS 110 Introduction to Microcomputer Business Applications (3)


    An abbreviated version of CIS 121  designed specifically for non-CIS/DDSGN majors. Introduction to the fundamentals of a computer, including the information processing cycle. Survey of computer technology, computer nomenclature, and the use of computers as productivity tools. Lab assignments using current microcomputer-based application programs allow the student to interact with computer technology, hardware and Internet.
  
  • CIS 121 Introduction to Computer Information Systems (5)


    Introduction to the fundamentals of a computer, including the information processing cycle. Survey of computer technology, computer nomenclature, and the use of computers as productivity tools. Students will develop an understanding of personal computers and emphasize their use as both stand-alone and networked systems. Current microcomputer-based application programs and higher-level programming language exercises and lab assignments allow each student to interact with computer technology, hardware, Internet and concepts of common application programs.
  
  • CIS 122 Introduction to Computer Programming (5)


    Prereq: CIS 121  and MATH 096  or MATH 098  with a 2.0 or above or instructor permission

    Introduction to the concepts of computer program analysis, design and development using modern structured programming methodologies and techniques. Involves structure charts, pseudocode and flowcharts. Common computer program techniques of documentation, testing and validation, and implementation using the systems development life cycle (SDLC) model, and lab assignments to allow the student to interact with computer technology, hardware and concepts.
  
  • CIS 123 Introduction to Object Oriented Programming (OOP) (5)


    Prereq: CIS 122  with 2.0 or higher or instructor permission.

    Introduction to Object Oriented Programming (OOP). Application of the concepts of inheritance, polymorphism, interfaces and abstract classes. Addresses classes, objects and methods utilizing top down design, model-view controller, and other maintainability/ modularization/and reusability techniques. Techniques for effective program coding; testing and establishing error handling techniques.
  
  • CIS 130 Productivity Software (5)


    Prereq: CIS 110  or CIS 121  each with a grade of at least 2.0 or instructor permission.

    Learn four of the most popular software applications used for word processing, spreadsheet, database management and presentation and note taking purposes using various local and cloud-based storage.
  
  • CIS 134 Computer Operating Systems (5)


    Prereq: CIS 121  with a 2.0 grade or better or instructor permission

    Introduction to the function and use of command line and graphical user interface (GUI)- based computer operating systems. A combination of classroom discussion and hands-on lab exercises provides practical knowledge and experience in various operating system features.
  
  • CIS 136 Spreadsheet Applications (3)


    Prereq: MATH 096  or higher; or instructor permission.

    This course introduces basic spreadsheet design and development. Topics will include creation and manipulation of spreadsheets, conversion to charts and graphs, and creation of macros.
  
  • CIS 155 Special Topics in Computer Information Systems (5)


    Prereq: Instructor permission only.

    Detailed coverage of a selected computer topic of current interest. Sample topics may include computer languages, hardware and software development strategies.
  
  • CIS 185 Intermediate Object Oriented Programming (OOP) (5)


    Prereq: CIS 123  with a grade of at least a 2.0 or instructor permission

    Addresses Dot Net objects using unified modeling language; classes and applying objects within an assembly; web services concepts and Active Server Pages; complex window forms to interface within desktop applications using controls and events including menu and keyboard handling; Window forms that access data from various back end databases and program threads.
  
  • CIS 210 Business Analysis (5)


    Prereq: CIS 130  with 2.0 or higher and BUS 240 , other Human Relations course; or instructor permission.

    A study of the Business Analyst profession and generally accepted best practices. This course addresses analysis of the business environment, definition of stakeholder needs and recommendation for IT solutions that enable the organization to achieve its goals.
  
  • CIS 215 Client-Side Web Development (5)


    Prereq: CIS 122   with a 2.0 or higher; or instructor permission.

    Addresses Web forms utilizing HTML; dynamic client-side Web forms that utilize JavaScript and JQuery; server-side code that can receive, process and return Extensible Markup Language (XML) data from the client-side; relevant object models and creation of multiple forms to move data; Web forms that utilize techniques such as cascading style sheets; separation of the presentation and application layers; error handling; Simple Object Access Protocol (SOAP) and Representational State Transfer (REST).
  
  • CIS 216 Server-Side Web Development (5)


    Prereq: CIS 123   and CIS 215 , both with a 2.0 or higher; or instructor permission.

    This course covers the fundamental concepts of server-side web development using ASP.NET, through practical application. Topics will include using session state, connecting web pages to a database, and using error handling.
  
  • CIS 260 Database Management Systems (5)


    Prereq: CIS 122 , or concurrent, with 2.0 or above, or instructor permission.

    Concepts, theory, analysis and design of relational database management systems (RDBMS). This project-based class explores Entity Relationship modeling and database design fundamentals. Practical application includes case study analysis within the health-care industry and comparison to other industries as applicable.
  
  • CIS 261 Structured Query Language (5)


    Prereq: CIS 122  or CIS 123 , and CIS 260 , each with 2.0 or better (may be taken concurrently); or instructor permission.

    Introduction to Structured Query Language (SQL), the industry-standard language for storing, retrieving, displaying, and updating data in a relational database. Includes an introduction to extensions to standard SQL such as a procedural language extension such as Procedural Language-SQL PL/SQL or Transact-SQL (T-SQL).
  
  • CIS 262 Database Administration Backup and Recovery (5)


    Prereq: CIS 260  and CIS 261 , each with 2.0 or above, or instructor permission

    This course addresses the key tasks and functions required of a database administrator in a production environment. Students will gain experience creating and implementing a database, managing data, expanding the size of the database, implementing basic security and data integrity measures, and granting data access privileges to individual users.
  
  • CIS 264 CIS Project Capstone (5)


    Prereq: CIS 262   and CIS 269  both with 2.0 or higher; or instructor permission.

    Project-based capstone course. Students will demonstrate proficiency of prior core course outcomes by analyzing, designing, developing, implementing and evaluating a real-life data driven application project using one or more software development life cycles.
  
  • CIS 265 Data Communications and Networks (5)


    Prereq: CIS 134  with a grade of at least 2.0 or instructor permission.

    An introduction to data communication and network terminology, operating concepts, network design, hardware and software. Reviews the Open System Interconnection (OSI) model as well as other major data communication models and the various specifications and standards for data communications hardware and software. Addresses the advantages and disadvantages of various network systems and their availability, flexibility and performance. Participate in the design of a data communications network.
  
  • CIS 269 Advanced SQL Programming and Tuning (5)


    Prereq: CIS 261  with 2.0 or better; or instructor permission

    An advanced course in Structure Query Language (SQL). Students will develop script files, stored procedures, and procedural language units, as well as diagnose and tune performance problems.
  
  • CIS 270 Wireless Networking (5)


    Prereq: CNE 242  with a 2.0 or higher; or instructor permission.

    This course introduces Radio Frequency (RF) and 802.11 technology essentials along with installing, configuring, monitoring and basic troubleshooting tasks needed to support small to medium business and enterprise wireless networks.
  
  • CIS 275 Business Analytics/Intelligence (5)


    Prereq: CIS 261  and CIS 136 , both with a 2.0 or higher; or instructor permission.

    Practical application developing business intelligence (BI) solutions, including data cleansing, Extract Transform Load (ETL), and Data Warehouse implementation. BI tools will be used for reporting (SSRS), integration (SSIS), and analysis (SSAS). Cubes and marts will be created to feed presentation layers for dashboards and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) providing needed user analytics.
  
  • CIS 280 Systems Analysis and Design (5)


    Prereq: CIS 210  with 2.0 or above; or instructor permission.

    This course introduces students to a systematic approach to defining needs, creating specifications and designing information systems. Course discussion and hands-on case studies providing practical knowledge and experience. Waterfall and agile systems analysis and design techniques will be used to develop and
    document effective computer-based information systems projects. Students will also learn project management standards and create project plans using
    currently available project management application software.
  
  • CIS 290 Supervised Internship (5)


    Prereq: CIS majors only with instructor or CIS program coordinator permission.

    This course allows the student to gain relevant experience working in a local business environment. Requires 250 hours of supervised work including associated resume preparation, job interviews and internship documentation.

Computer Network Engineering

  
  • CNE 155 Special Topics Related to Computer Network Engineering (5)


    Prereq: Instructor permission only.

    Detailed coverage of important and/or evolving topics in computer network engineering.
  
  • CNE 231 Implementing Windows Client Operating Systems (5)


    Prereq: CIS 265  with a grade of at least 2.0 or instructor permission

    This course is to provide individuals who are new to Microsoft Windows client operating system with the knowledge necessary to understand and identify the tasks involved in supporting Windows server products. This is an introductory course designed to provide an overview of networking concepts and how they are implemented in a Windows-based environment.
  
  • CNE 232 Installing and Configuring Windows Server (5)


    Prereq: CIS 265  or CNE 241  with a grade of at least 2.0, or instructor permission.

    Install and configure Windows Server with Active Directory, Network Services, Local Storage, File and Print Services, Group Policy and virtualization.
  
  • CNE 235 Administering Windows Server (5)


    Prereq: CNE 232  with a grade of at least 2.0 or instructor permission.

    Administer Windows Server, Active Directory, DNS, Remote Access, Network Policy Server, File System Security and Update Management.
  
  • CNE 237 Configuring Advanced Windows Server Services (5)


    Prereq: CNE 232  with a grade of 2.0 or better or instructor permission.

    This course addresses the implementation of advanced Windows Server services. Students will install, configure and administer advanced Windows Server services including network services, file services, dynamic access control, network load balancing, failover clustering, disaster recovery, Active Directory Certificate Services, and Active Directory Federation Services.
  
  • CNE 238 Designing Security for a Windows Network (5)


    Prereq: CNE 232  with a 2.0 grade or better or instructor permission.

    Design a security framework for small, medium and enterprise networks by using Microsoft Windows technologies. Secure the specific areas of local network users; remote users and offices; private and public networks; and partner organizations.
  
  • CNE 240 Computer Hardware Troubleshooting (5)


    Prereq: CIS 150  recommended with a grade of 2.0 or better

    An introduction to the installation and interfacing of hardware including storage, and peripheral devices including multimedia, memory and video. Troubleshooting and conflict resolution/correction of problems in computer operation relating to hardware components will be included.
  
  • CNE 241 CNA 1: Introduction to Networks (5)


    Prereq: CIS 121  (or concurrent with CIS 121); or instructor permission.

    This is the first of a four-course sequence designed to prepare students for the Cisco CCNA certification. This course introduces the architecture, structure, functions, components and models of the Internet and other computer networks. The principles and structure of IP addressing and the fundamentals of Ethernet concepts, media and operations are introduced to provide a foundation for the curriculum. By the end of the course, students will be able to build simple local area networks (LANs), perform basic configurations for routers and switches, and implement IP addressing schemes.
  
  • CNE 242 CCNA 2: Routing and Switching Essentials (5)


    Prereq: CNE 241  with grade of 2.0 or better, or instructor permission.

    This is the second of a four course sequence designed to prepare students for the Cisco CCNA certification. This course describes the architecture, components and operations of routers and switches in a small network. Students learn how to configure a router and a switch for basic functionality. By the end of this course, students will be able to configure and troubleshoot routers and switches and resolve common issues with Routing Information Protocol (RIPv1, RIPv2), single area and multi-area Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Virtual Local Area Networks (VLAN), and inter-VLAN routing in both IPv4 and IPv6 networks.
  
  • CNE 243 CCNA 3: Scaling Networks (5)


    Prereq: CNE 242  with grade of 2.0 or better, or instructor permission.

    This is the third of a four-course sequence designed to prepare students for the Cisco CCNA certification. This course describes the architecture, components and operations of routers and switches in a larger and more complex network. Students learn how to configure routers and switches for advanced functionality. By the end of this course, students will be able to configure and troubleshoot routers and switches and resolve common issues with OSPF, Enhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol (EIGRP), Spanning Tree Protocol (STP), and Virtual Trunking Protocol (VTP) in both IPv4 and IPv6 networks. Students will also develop the knowledge and skills needed to implement DHCP and DNS operations in a network.
 

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