Course Listing

CS 102 Computer Fundamentals 1
This course provides an introduction to using a PC and is designed for students with little prior computing experience. Students will learn the basics of working within a Windows environment as well as other fundamental concepts including file management, e-mail, Internet searching, and basic word processing.

CS 103 Communication Technology Literacy 3
This course, while familiarizing the student with the word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation functions of an integrated office suite, also focuses on the personal and social responsibilities of using information communication technologies. Prerequisite: CS 102 or equivalent experience.

CS 103A Communication Technologies Responsibilities Component 1
This course focuses on the personal and social responsibilities of using information communication technologies (ICTs). Because this is a component of CS 103, students who have taken CS 103, or plan on taking CS 103, should not take this course. Prerequisite: CS 102 or proficiency with MS Office.

CS 104B Visual BASIC Programming 3
This course will focus on learning both beginning and intermediate Visual BASIC statements while applying them to structured programming methods. Programming assignments will be an integral part of the classes. Requisites: CS 103 or comparable computer experience, passing math and algebra scores on the College placement test. Previous exposure to a programming language or programming concepts is recommended.

CS 120 Introduction to Networking Systems 3
This course introduces the student to computer networking systems. Initial foundation topics include the history, terminology, applications and impact of networks. Fundamental hardware, software, and protocol components of local and wide area networks follow. This course covers all requirements needed to achieve professional certification. Prerequisite: CS 103 or comparable computer experience.

CS 206B Database Management Systems 3
This course discusses historical and current database concepts, including data structures, referential integrity, query languages, security and interfaces. Predominately hands-on, this course uses an industry-standard, object-oriented database for developing applications. Prerequisite: CS 104B or a comparable programming language.

CS 209 Current Computer Topics Seminar 3
This lecture course explores various applications and uses of information technology in a variety of disciplines. Utilizing both hands on and lecture format, course content will vary each semester with topics ranging from project management to the latest in on-line services.

CS 212 Multimedia Presentations 1
This course will present basic skills needed to create presentations for the healthcare, business, education, and other environments. Course emphasis is on conceptualizing and producing effective presentations. This class will be taught as a production laboratory in which students will work individually building multimedia presentations on topics agreed to by the instructor and student. Prerequisite: CS 103 or CS 302.

CS 220 Desktop Publishing-Design and Application 3
This course studies page design, layout, and composition using a desktop publishing software package. Prerequisite: CS 103 or comparable computer experience.

CS 225 Current Microcomputer System Design 3
The primary focus of this course is to enable the student to work with current microcomputer systems at a hardware level. The course requires students to assemble, configure, upgrade and debug hardware systems. An overview of current OS installation and configuration issues is also included. This course covers all requirements needed to achieve professional certification. Prerequisite: CS 103 or comparable computer experience.