College of Marin
Spring 2008 Schedule of Classes
COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS
To add late starting classes AFTER the semester begins, see Michael Ransom
(Office LC 26) for KTD classes, or John Hinds (Office OL 131) for IVC
classes.
Computer Certification Programs
The Computer Information Systems program provides courses to prepare
students for the following certifications.
1) Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA): CIS 150,
158, and 151 or 159 leading to COMPTIA Security Plus certification, or
161, 162, 163, 164 leading to COMPTIA A+ certification.
2) Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE): CIS 150, 151, 153,
155, 158, 159 leading to COMPTIA Security Plus certification.
3) CompTIA A+ Computer Technician: CIS 161, 162, 163, and 164.
4) Microsoft Certified Desktop Support Technician: CIS 110, 117, 122, 126,
150, 162, and 164.
5) Microsoft Office Specialist: (Varies for Master, Expert, and Core
certification) CIS 117, 127, or CIS 118, 128, or BOS 114, 115.
Certification testing for Microsoft Office Specialist is available at the
KTD campus.
Competencies
The following competencies are advised for successful completion of CIS
113, 117, 118, 122, 126, 141 and 150.
1. Use the mouse and keyboard to interact with the operating system of a
microcomputer.
2. Understand the basic use of the Windows file management system and
the My Computer/Windows Explorer program. The student should be able
to access, load, save, and delete files on the computer.
3. Understand the basic hardware components and their relationships for
a PC.
4. Perform the tasks of inserting a disk, CD, or thumb drive in the
computer, formatting it (as needed), and accessing data.
5. Use at least one software application to prepare some output and
print it.
6. Understand the use of menus, dialog boxes and icons to interact with
application software.
7. Understand the basic concepts of a local area network and be able to
log on to the network and access applications.
8. Understand the file concept including naming and accessing files and
the relationship of files to application software.
Directed study courses are offered at the KTD and IVC campuses.
CIS 101 1.5 units
Intro to Personal Computers and Operating Systems
Introduction to the hardware, operating systems, and application software
environment of the personal computer for students with little or no
previous experience with microcomputers. Uses Windows Vista on the IBM PC.
($2 material fee) Transfer Credit: CSU
1774 1/26-3/22 Ortiz Y
Sat 9:10-11am, KTD/LC39
and 3hrs/wk TBA, KTD/LC35
No class meeting 2/16.
1775 1/23-3/19 Ransom M
MW 11:10-12noon, KTD/LC38
and 3hrs/wk TBA, KTD/LC35
1776 CANCELLED 01/31/08
3/24-5/21 Ransom M
MW 11:10-12noon, KTD/LC38
and 3hrs/wk TBA, KTD/LC35
1777 1/24-3/13 Ortiz Y
Th 6:10-8pm, KTD/LC20
and 3hrs/wk TBA, KTD/LC35
5039 1/22-3/11 Hinds J
T 6:10-8pm, IVC/OL104
and 3hrs/wk TBA
CIS 110 3.0 units
Intro to Computer Information Systems
A general introduction to computers and information processing for all
students, this transfer level course will allow students to work with
personal computers using application software for word processing,
spreadsheets, and databases. ($3 material fee) Transfer Credit: CSU/UC
1779 Ransom M
J MW 9:40-11am, KTD/LC38
and 1hr/wk TBA, KTD/LC35
1780 Ransom M
G TTh 9:40-11am, KTD/LC38
and 1hr/wk TBA, KTD/LC35
1781 Ritchie A
W 6:10-9pm, KTD/LC38
and 1hr/wk TBA, KTD/LC35
1778 Ransom M
**Web Based Course, 4hrs/wk TBA, KTD/IVC
Please see Distance Learning Page.
**The section marked with a double asterisk requires students
to have an e-mail address, Internet connection and sufficient Internet
experience to be able to use a Web browser to fill out forms,
download files and navigate Web sites. This is a Windows based
course. You must have access to a computer running Windows XP or
Vista. There are no on-campus attendance requirements for this course
except for a final exam. Communication is by e-mail and phone.
Once students have officially enrolled in this section, they must send
an e-mail message to the instructor at mike.ransom@marin.edu by 1/22/08
to verify their enrollment in the class and their e-mail address, and
to avoid being dropped. For more information visit:
http://cis.marin.edu/online or phone (415) 485-9579.
CIS 113 1.5 units
Presentations and Publications
Prerequisite: CIS 101 ADVISED
This course introduces the fundamental design and layout requirements for
the creation of effective computer-generated presentations and printed
documents for business and other professions. ($2 material fee) Transfer
Credit: CSU
1782 3/18-5/13 Ortiz Y
T 6:10-8pm, KTD/LC39
and 3hrs/wk TBA, KTD/LC35
CIS 117 1.5 units
Intro to Database Design
Prerequisite: CIS 101 ADVISED
Use of the personal computer database software program Access to design,
create, access, query, and create reports for typical business
applications. This course is Microsoft certified and together with CIS 127
provides the student with the material needed to pass the certification
test for Microsoft Office Specialist, Access Expert User Exam in Microsoft
Access. ($2 material fee) Transfer Credit: CSU
1783 1/22-3/11 Ritchie A
T 6:10-8pm, KTD/LC38
and 3hrs/wk TBA, KTD/LC35
Uses Access 2003.
CIS 118 1.5 units
Intro to Spreadsheet Design
Prerequisite: CIS 101 OR 110 ADVSD
Use of the personal computer spreadsheet software program EXCEL to design,
create and use spreadsheets for accounting and other database
applications. This course is Microsoft certified and provides the student
with the material needed to pass the Microsoft Office Specialist - Excel
Core Exam. Uses Excel 2007. ($2 material fee) Transfer Credit: CSU
1784 3/29-5/17 Ritchie A
Sat 9:10-11:20am, KTD/LC39
and 3hrs/wk TBA, KTD/LC35
Note: Instructor changed from Ortiz Y to Ritchie A
No class meeting 4/12.
1785 3/24-5/21 Ransom M
MW 11:10-12noon, KTD/LC39
and 3hrs/wk TBA, KTD/LC35
Note: Instructor changed from Staff to Ransom M
1786 1/24-3/13 Ransom M
Th 6:10-8pm, KTD/LC39
and 3hrs/wk TBA, KTD/LC35
Note: Room changed from LC36 to LC39
CIS 122 1.5 units
Networking Essentials
Prerequisite: CIS 101 ADVISED
This class will cover the basic concepts of Networks through a case study.
Topics covered will include: LAN hardware, Network operating systems, and
Network applications. This course meets the requirements for the Network+
Certification Exam. Transfer Credit: CSU
1787 3/31-5/19 Hinds J
M 6:10-9:30pm, KTD/LC39
CIS 126 1.5 units
Intro to Windows
Prerequisite: CIS 101 ADVISED
This course provides an introduction to Windows. Includes topics on
Windows environment, menus and dialog boxes, folder management, Explorer,
disk maintenance, and other Windows tools. ($1.50 material fee) Transfer
Credit: CSU
1788 3/20-5/15 Ortiz Y
Th 6:10-8pm, KTD/LC39
and 3hrs/wk TBA, KTD/LC35
Note: Instructor changed from Staff to Ortiz Y
Uses Windows Vista.
CIS 127 1.5 units
Intermediate Database Design
Prerequisite: CIS 117
This course is a continuation of CIS 117. It provides the foundation
necessary to develop database applications for business and the Internet.
The advanced features of Access for Windows, such as macros and VBA, will
be used to design and implement database applications. This course is
Microsoft certified and provides the student with the material needed to
pass the certification test for Microsoft Office User Specialist, Access
Expert User Exam in Microsoft Access. ($2 material fee) Transfer Credit:
CSU
1789 3/18-5/13 Ritchie A
T 6:10-8pm, KTD/LC38
and 3hrs/wk TBA, KTD/LC35
Uses Access 2003.
CIS 128 1.5 units
Intermediate Spreadsheet Design
Prerequisite: CIS 118 ADVISED
Techniques of designing business-oriented spreadsheets, requirements of
programming for custom applications. This course is Microsoft certified
and prepares the student for the Microsoft Office User Specialist Exam in
Microsoft EXCEL. ($2 material fee) Transfer Credit: CSU
1790 3/20-5/15 Kennedy R
Th 6:10-8pm, KTD/BC102/BC104
and 3hrs/wk TBA
Uses Excel 2007.
CIS 137 1.5 units
Advanced Database Design
Prerequisite: CIS 127 ADVISED
A course extending students' database application development knowledge
using Access. Students will concentrate on advanced topics and techniques
such as designing complex forms and reports, customizing the user
interface, action queries and SQL, using Visual BASIC for applications,
error handling, ActiveX controls, security, and connecting to the Web. ($2
material fee) Transfer Credit: CSU
1791 1/24-3/13 Ritchie A
Th 6:10-8pm, KTD/LC38
and 3hrs/wk TBA, KTD/LC35
CIS 141 1.5 units
Intro to HTML Programming
Prerequisite: CIS 101 OR 110 ADVSD
Students will learn how to design, code, and implement Web pages using
Hypertext Markup Language. The focus of this beginning class will be
creating pages with textual and limited inline image data and links for
both Internet and Local Area Network intranet applications. Transfer
Credit: CSU
1792 1/23-3/12 Hinds J
W 6:10-8pm, KTD/LC39
and 3hrs/wk TBA, KTD/LC35
CIS 142 1.5 units
Intermediate HTML and Scripting
Prerequisite: CIS 141 ADVISED
This class is a continuation of CIS 141, HTML Programming. Students will
build on their knowledge of HTML and learn elementary client-side
programming in JavaScript to add animation and interactive data exchange
to Web pages. Transfer Credit: CSU
1793 3/19-5/14 Hinds J
W 6:10-8pm, KTD/LC39
and 3hrs/wk TBA, KTD/LC35
CIS 151 1.5 units
Implementing and Administering a Network Infrastructure for a Personal
Computer Server Operating System
Prerequisite: CIS 150
This is a course designed to prepare the student to install, configure,
test and maintain network services including DHCP, DNS, Remote Access,
Network Protocols, IP routing and Net Bios naming conventions within a
personal computer network server based operating environment. This course
will provide the student with the material to pursue appropriate
certification in a server operating system infrastructure administration
and maintenance. This course is Microsoft certified and needed to pass the
Microsoft Certified Professional Exam. ($5 material fee) Transfer Credit:
CSU
5040 1/22-3/11 Hinds J
T 3:40-5:30pm, IVC/OL123/OL103
and 3hrs/wk TBA
This course uses Microsoft Windows 2000 Server and prepares the
student for the Microsoft Certification Test 70-216.
CIS 155 1.5 units
Designing Security for a Personal Computer Server Operating System
Prerequisite: PLEASE SEE CATALOG
A course for students who will design and implement a security system to
meet the business requirements of a network server operating system
infrastructure. This course includes analysis of security system
requirements, auditing access to resources, authenticating users and
encryption. This course will provide the student with the material to
pursue appropriate certification in a server operating system
infrastructure administration and maintenance. ($5 material fee) Transfer
Credit: CSU
5041 3/18-5/13 Hinds J
T 6:10-8pm, IVC/OL123/OL103
and 3hrs/wk TBA
This course uses Microsoft Windows 2003 Server and prepares the
student for the Microsoft Certification Test 70-220.
CIS 159 1.5 units
Computer Network Security Basics
Prerequisite: CIS 122; 153 ADVISED
This course is designed to prepare the student to support, monitor,
configure, and test basic security features within a small to medium
business personal computer network. Students will acquire a fundamental
understanding of network security principles applied in a network and
learn how to implement a variety of security settings for data and
services. This course will provide the student with the material to pursue
appropriate certification in network security. ($5 material fee) Transfer
Credit: CSU
5042 1/28-3/24 Hinds J
M 6:10-8pm, IVC/OL123/OL103
and 3hrs/wk TBA
CIS 163 1.5 units
Computer System Peripherals
This course teaches students, through lectures, discussions,
demonstrations, and exercises, the skills and knowledge required for A+
Certification. Topics include the installation, testing, and
troubleshooting of computer system peripherals such as printers, disk
drives, and monitors. ($3 material fee) Transfer Credit: CSU
5043 1/25-3/21 Hinds J
F 10:10-3pm, IVC/OL123/OL103
CIS 164 1.5 units
Troubleshooting System Peripherals and Networking
This course teaches students, through lectures, discussions,
demonstrations, and exercises, the skills and knowledge required for A+
Certification. Topics include troubleshooting tips, software diagnostics,
hardware and software troubleshooting, problems with Windows operating
system, and local area network fundamentals. ($3 material fee) Transfer
Credit: CSU
5044 3/28-5/23 Hinds J
F 10:10-3pm, IVC/OL123/OL103
CIS 200 0.5 unit
Software Certification Test Preparation
Prerequisite: PLEASE SEE CATALOG
Students use computerized testing, evaluation, and remediation software to
prepare for Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification test. ($15
material fee) Transfer Credit: CSU
1794 1/22-5/23 Ritchie A
1.5hrs/wk TBA, KTD/LC27
Contact instructor at 485-9598 before 2/1.
CIS 215 3.5 units
Visual BASIC Programming
Prerequisite: CIS 110 ADVISED
This course is an introduction to Visual BASIC.NET for Windows, an object-
oriented event-driven language for the development of Windows-based
programs. ($3 material fee) Transfer Credit: CSU/UC
1795 Ritchie A
M 6:10-9pm, KTD/LC38
and 2hrs/wk TBA, KTD/LC35
Uses Visual BASIC.NET
CIS 237 1.5 units
Intro to SQL Programming
Prerequisite: CIS 137 ADVISED
A course extending students' relational database application development
knowledge using SQL. Students will concentrate on learning the SQL
programming language including single and multiple-table queries, updating
data, database administration, reports and embedded SQL. ($2 material fee)
Transfer Credit: CSU
1796 3/20-5/15 Ritchie A
Th 6:10-8pm, KTD/LC38
and 3hrs/wk TBA, KTD/LC35
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