Keyboarding skills of 25 words per minute or enrollment in OFTECH 1A or 9 are recommended for computer applications classes.
CIS 1, Computer Concepts with Applications 3 units
Transfer: UC*, CSU • Prerequisite: None.
*No UC credit for CIS 1 or 4 if taken after CS 3.
This beginning course covers the broad use of personal computers. Topics include a description of microcomputer components, input and output devices, networking, and microprocessing concepts. Beginning word processing, spreadsheet, database, Internet, Windows, and programming concepts are introduced. Hands-on experience is provided in a microcomputer lab. Note: Programming, computer science or engineering students should enroll in Computer Science 3.
*No UC credit will be granted if taken after CS 3. This course uses Microsoft Word 2007 and Windows XP. (Vista is aceptable for online sections)
1371 8:00a-9:20a MW BUS 259 Rahni M
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1372 9:30a-10:50a MW BUS 255 Pakbaz M
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1373 9:30a-10:50a TTh BUS 259 Scott Jacqueline D
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1374 11:15a-12:35p MW BUS 259 Rahni M
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1375 12:45p-2:05p TTh BUS 253 Lee Kent
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1376 Arrange-8 Hours ONLINE-E Hurley D P
Above section 1376 meets for 8 weeks, Aug 31 to Oct 23, and is a Distance Education course conducted over the Internet. Go to smconline.org for details.
1377 Arrange-6 Hours ONLINE-E Hurley D P
Above section 1377 meets for 12 weeks, Sep 21 to Dec 11, and is a Distance Education course conducted over the Internet. Go to smconline.org for details.
1378 Arrange-6 Hours ONLINE-E Scott Jacqueline D
Above section 1378 meets for 12 weeks, Sep 21 to Dec 11, and is a Distance Education course conducted over the Internet. Go to smconline.org for details.
1379 Arrange-8 Hours ONLINE-E Hurley D P
Above section 1379 meets for 8 weeks, Oct 26 to Dec 18, and is a Distance Education course conducted over the Internet. Go to smconline.org for details.
1380 Arrange-8 Hours ONLINE-E Rahni M
Above section 1380 meets for 8 weeks, Oct 26 to Dec 18, and is a Distance Education course conducted over the Internet. Go to smconline.org for details.
4090 6:45p-9:50p M BUS 259 Kurtz K A
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CIS 4, Introduction to Computers, Business Applications 3 units
Transfer: *UC, CSU • Prerequisite: None.
Ability to keyboard 25 words per minute is recommended. *No UC credit for CIS 1 or 4 if taken after CS 3.
This course covers the broad use of microcomputers in business. Designed to familiarize students with the Microsoft Office Suite, it includes the study of word processing using Word, spreadsheet using Excel, database using Access, and presentation software using PowerPoint as well as Windows, Internet Explorer, and integration concepts. Hands-on experience in a microcomputer lab is included.
This course teaches Word 2007, Excel 2007, Access 2007, PowerPoint 2007 and Windows XP. (Vista is acceptable for online sections).
1381 8:00a-9:20a TTh BUS 259 Scott Jacqueline D
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1382 9:30a-10:50a MW BUS 259 Hammond C M
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1383 9:30a-10:50a TTh BUS 255 Jerry G S
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1384 11:00a-2:05p MW BUS 255 El-Khoury N R
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Above section 1384 meets for 8 weeks, Aug 31 to Oct 21.
1385 11:00a-2:05p MW BUS 255 El-Khoury N R
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Above section 1385 meets for 8 weeks, Oct 26 to Dec 16.
1386 11:00a-2:05p Th BUS 255 Rothaupt B L
1387 12:45p-2:05p MW BUS 259 Hammond C M
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1388 2:15p-3:35p TTh BUS 255 Pakbaz M
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1389 3:45p-5:05p MW BUS 253 Canada S A
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1390 Arrange-7 Hours ONLINE-E Jerry G S
Above section 1390 meets for 12 weeks, Sep 21 to Dec 11, and is a Distance Education course conducted over the Internet. Go to smconline.org for details.
1391 Arrange-7 Hours ONLINE-E Jerry G S
Above section 1391 meets for 12 weeks, Sep 21 to Dec 11, and is a Distance Education course conducted over the Internet. Go to smconline.org for details.
1392 Arrange-7 Hours ONLINE-E Rothaupt B L
Above section 1392 meets for 12 weeks, Sep 21 to Dec 11, and is a Distance Education course conducted over the Internet. Go to smconline.org for details.
1393 Arrange-10 Hours ONLINE-E Jerry G S
Above section 1393 meets for 8 weeks, Oct 26 to Dec 18, and is a Distance Education course conducted over the Internet. Go to smconline.org for details.
1394 Arrange-10 Hours ONLINE-E Rothaupt B L
Above section 1394 meets for 8 weeks, Aug 31 to Oct 23, and is a Distance Education course conducted over the Internet. Go to smconline.org for details.
1395 Arrange-10 Hours ONLINE-E Rothaupt B L
Above section 1395 meets for 8 weeks, Oct 26 to Dec 18, and is a Distance Education course conducted over the Internet. Go to smconline.org for details.
1396 Arrange-7 Hours ONLINE-E Hammond C M
Above section 1396 meets for 12 weeks, Sep 21 to Dec 11, and is a Distance Education course conducted over the Internet. Go to smconline.org for details. Above section 1396 is for Mac users and uses Microsoft Office 2008 for the Mac and Mac OS X.
4091 5:15p-6:35p MW BUS 253 Canada S A
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4092 6:45p-9:50p W BUS 259 Simmonds A R
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CIS 9A, Technology Project Management I 3 units
Transfer: CSU • Prerequisite: CS 3 or CIS 1.
This course covers the fundamentals of Project Management theory, implementation, and best practices. It is aimed at students who work mostly in the Technology sectors covering software and website development, and other areas of computer science or information systems. Students will learn the theory, as well as the use of Project Management software to plan, track and manage project resources. Topics covered include project life cycles, tasks, schedules, resources, and costs.
CIS 9A is the same course as CS 9A. Credit may be earned for one, not both.
1397 Arrange-4.5 Hours ONLINE-E Darwiche J
Above section 1397 meets for 12 weeks, Sep 21 to Dec 11, and is a Distance Education course conducted over the Internet. Go to smconline.org for details.
CIS 20, Introduction to Geographic Information Systems 3 units
Transfer: UC, CSU • Prerequisite: None.
This course is an introduction to the concepts and applications of Geographic Information Systems (GIS). Students will be introduced to cartographic principles as well as the history, uses, requirements, and basic operations of a GIS.
CIS 20 is the same course as Geography 20 and GIS 20. Students may receive credit for one course only.
4093 6:45p-9:50p T BUS 250 Drake V G
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CIS 30, Microsoft Excel 3 units
Transfer: CSU • Prerequisite: CIS 4.
This course includes a detailed study of business applications using Microsoft Excel spreadsheet package. Topics include the commands, formats, and functions of Excel with emphasis on its use as a problem solving and financial analysis tool. Students will also learn to create macros, customize toolbars and menus, and integrate Excel with other applications and the World Wide Web. Students will also have an introduction to writing Visual Basic code.
CIS 30 has replaced CIS 31 in all CSIS degree and certificate programs. This course uses Microsoft Excel 2007 Professional.
1398 Arrange-7 Hours ONLINE-E Bolandhemat F
Above section 1398 meets for 12 weeks, Sep 21 to Dec 11, and is a Distance Education course conducted over the Internet. Go to smconline.org for details.
4094 6:45p-9:50p W BUS 253 Leiva C Y
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CIS 32, MIcrosoft Access 3 units
Transfer: CSU • Prerequisite: CIS 4.
This course presents an introduction to relational database management systems using Microsoft Access. Topics include: designing, maintaining, and querying a database; creating forms, reports, macros, custom toolbars, and menus; integrating Access with other applications and the World Wide Web; and an introduction to writing Visual Basic code.
This course uses Microsoft Access 2007 and software is included in the course material.
1399 Arrange-4.5 Hours ONLINE-E Rothaupt B L
Above section 1399 meets for 12 weeks, Sep 21 to Dec 11, and is a Distance Education course conducted over the Internet. Go to smconline.org for details.
CIS 35, QuickBooks 3 units
Transfer: CSU • Prerequisite: Accounting 1 or 21.
This course provides the student with a realistic approach to computerized, integrated accounting principles using QuickBooks Pro software package. Students will work with the various components of an accounting system in an ongoing business, as well as set up an accounting system for a new company.
Instructional materials fee of $1 must be paid at time of enrollment for sections that meet on campus.
CIS 35 is the same class as Accounting 35. Student may earn credit for one, but not for both. This class uses QuickBooks Pro 2009.
1400 8:00a-9:20a TTh BUS 255 Valdivia O
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1401 Arrange-7 Hours ONLINE-E Zimmerman W L
Above section 1401 meets for 12 weeks, Sep 21 to Dec 11, and is a Distance Education course conducted over the Internet. Go to smconline.org for details.
1402 Arrange-7 Hours ONLINE-E Zimmerman W L
Above section 1402 meets for 12 weeks, Sep 21 to Dec 11, and is a Distance Education course conducted over the Internet. Go to smconline.org for details.
CIS 36P, Microsoft PowerPoint 1 unit
Transfer: CSU • Prerequisite: None. • Skills Advisory: Working knowledge of Windows.
This hands-on short course on presentation software teaches the use of Microsoft PowerPoint for business applications. Presentations, handouts, and speaker notes are designed, created, and formatted, using PowerPoint. Students will use graphics, templates, and objects to enhance presentations. Hands-on experience is provided in a microcomputer lab.
3265 9:00a-12:05p Sat BUS 255 Valdivia O
Above section 3265 meets for 6 weeks, Nov 14 to Dec 19.
CIS 37A, Microsoft Word I 3 units
Transfer: CSU • Prerequisite: CIS 1. • Skills Advisory: Eligibility for English 1.
Ability to keyboard 25 words per minute is recommended.
Through the use of Microsoft Word software, skills are developed in creating, revising, formatting, storing, and printing a variety of business documents. Skills are developed from basic functions through utilizing features such as AutoText, columns, custom tab settings, mail merge, envelopes, labels, templates, headers/footers, footnotes, and editing tools. Emphasis is placed on office-quality production of documents.
Instructional materials fee of $3 must be paid at time of enrollment for sections that meet on campus.
This course uses Microsoft Word 2007.
1403 Arrange-10 Hours ONLINE-E Jerry G S
Above section 1403 meets for 8 weeks, Aug 31 to Oct 23, and is a Distance Education course conducted over the Internet. Go to smconline.org for details.
CIS 37B, Microsoft Word II 3 units
Transfer: CSU • Prerequisite: CIS 37A.
Using Microsoft Word, with an emphasis on the production of professional quality business copy, students learn to increase productivity through the use of automated features and multiple windows. Students develop problem solving skills through the repetitive use of document revisions and trouble-shooting assignments. Additionally, students develop advanced skills in areas of interest ranging from legal applications to graphics and brochures or newsletters.
This course uses Microsoft Word 2007.
1404 Arrange-10 Hours ONLINE-E Jerry G S
Above section 1404 meets for 8 weeks, Oct 26 to Dec 18, and is a Distance Education course conducted over the Internet. For additional information, go to smconline.org for details.
CIS 39, MS Outlook — Comprehensive Course 3 units
Transfer: CSU • Prerequisite: CIS 1.
Microsoft Outlook has become a primary means of office communication and task management. In this course the student will learn to effectively use all features of Outlook e-mail, calendar, contacts, tasks, and notes; create and manage Outlook folders; collaborate with others for scheduling meetings and resources; configure and customize Outlook; integrate Outlook with Microsoft Word Mail Merge and Collaboration features; and convert e-mail attachments to Adobe Acrobat format.
This course uses Microsoft Outlook 2007.
1405 Arrange-7 Hours ONLINE-E Gross D M
Above section 1405 meets for 12 weeks, Sep 21 to Dec 11, and is a Distance Education course conducted over the Internet. Go to smconline.org for details.
CIS 40, InDesign 3 units
Transfer: CSU • Prerequisite: CIS 37A or CIS 4. • Skills Advisory: English 1 or Business 31.
Using desktop publishing software, students develop the skills to integrate text and graphics for designing, editing, and producing high-quality business applications. The honing of writing skills is emphasized as are the aesthetic and psychological components of layout and design.
This course uses Adobe InDesign CS 4.
1406 Arrange-7 Hours ONLINE-E Lee Kent
Above section 1406 meets for 12 weeks, Sep 21 to Dec 11, and is a Distance Education course conducted over the Internet. Go to smconline.org for details.
CIS 50, Internet, HTML, and Web Design 3 units
Transfer: CSU • Prerequisite: CIS 1.
This hands-on course provides all the skills necessary to navigate, create and manage content on the World Wide Web. Students will become familiar with the Internet and its underlying technology and security. The course also covers the principles of Web page design, the use of graphics and other media files, and the creation of linked documents. Students will use both HTML and a Web authoring program to create and edit Web pages and will have the opportunity to put their Web sites online by publishing to a Web server.
1407 8:00a-11:05a MW BUS 250 Clark G B
Above section 1407 meets for 8 weeks, Aug 31 to Oct 21.
1408 Arrange-4.5 Hours ONLINE-E Bolandhemat F
Above section 1408 meets for 12 weeks, Sep 21 to Dec 11, and is a Distance Education course conducted over the Internet. Go to smconline.org for details.
1409 Arrange-4.5 Hours ONLINE-E Bolandhemat F
Above section 1409 meets for 12 weeks, Sep 21 to Dec 11, and is a Distance Education course conducted over the Internet. Go to smconline.org for details.
CIS 51, Web Page Design Using XHTML and CSS 3 units
Transfer: CSU • Prerequisite: CIS 50. • Skills Advisory: Students should have a working knowledge of Windows.
XHTML is the next generation of HTML, a rewrite of HTML which adheres to XML standards. This hands-on course will explore the differences between HTML and XHTML, validating pages to current Web standards and using Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) exclusively to control the look and feel of a site. Students will create and enhance Web pages with links, graphics, tables, frames, and forms. Proper use of XHTML and CSS can provide true separation of content, structure, and presentation in Web pages, making them structurally sound, easier to maintain, and more accessible to everyone.
1410 8:00a-11:05a MW BUS 250 Clark G B
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Above section 1410 meets for 8 weeks, Oct 26 to Dec 16.
1411 Arrange-7 Hours ONLINE-E Darwiche J
Above section 1411 meets for 12 weeks, Sep 21 to Dec 11, and is a Distance Education course conducted over the Internet. Go to smconline.org for details.
1412 Arrange-7 Hours ONLINE-E Clark G B
Above section 1412 meets for 12 weeks, Sep 21 to Dec 11, and is a Distance Education course conducted over the Internet. Go to smconline.org for details.
CIS 53, Microsoft Expression Web 3 units
Transfer: CSU • Prerequisite: CIS 50.
Microsoft Expression Web is a professional design tool used to build attractive, high-quality websites using HTML, DHTML, CSS, and XHTML. This hands-on course provides a complete coverage of Expression Web features’from the basic to the advanced’needed to tackle Web projects with confidence. Topics include Web site creation, management, and optimization. Students will learn how to build the most accessible, standards-conformant websites possible. Upon completing this course, students will be ready to plan, build, and maintain a professional website including selecting a Web host and uploading the site to a Web server.
This course uses Expression Web 2 and software is included in the course materials.
1413 Arrange-7 Hours ONLINE-E Jerry G S
Above section 1413 meets for 12 weeks, Sep 21 to Dec 11, and is a Distance Education course conducted over the Internet. Go to smconline.org for details.
CIS 54, Web Page Development and Scripting I 3 units
Transfer: CSU • Prerequisite: CIS 51 or CIS 59A, or Graphic Design 65 and 66.
This course is for Web site designers who need to extend their skills beyond HTML in the development of Web sites through the use of scripting. The course covers both client and server side scripting. Topics include creating animated web pages, client-side forms validation, creating and using cookies to track users, processing forms data, and generating dynamically updated Web pages.
CIS 54 is the same course as Entertainment Technology 33. Students may receive credit for one, but not both.
1414 Arrange-4.5 Hours ONLINE-E Chaban M
Above section 1414 meets for 12 weeks, Sep 21 to Dec 11, and is a Distance Education course conducted over the Internet. Go to smconline.org for details.
CIS 55, Advanced WebPage Development and Scripting 3 units
Transfer: CSU • Prerequisite: CIS 54.
This course is designed for students who want to expand their knowledge of Web page scripting. It assumes good foundational knowledge of HTML 4, JavaScript and a server-side scripting language such as ASP or CGI/Perl. Students will learn how to create interactive, dynamic Web pages using Dynamic HTML. Students will also use their familiarity with server-side scripting to create Shopping Cart applications written in ASP which interface with a Microsoft Access database.
1415 Arrange-7 Hours ONLINE-E Chaban M
Above section 1415 meets for 12 weeks, Sep 21 to Dec 11, and is a Distance Education course conducted over the Internet. Go to smconline.org for details.
CIS 56, Multimedia for the Web 3 units
Transfer: CSU • Prerequisite: CIS 59A or CIS 52, and CIS 60A.
This course will teach students the techniques to create effective user interfaces and website designs using various state-of-the-art technologies for the web. using the principle elements of Web design, including layout techniques, storyboarding, branding, navigation models, sound, motion, and design for eye appeal, coupled with the knowledge of human behavior, students will develop skills to create websites that look professional, are users friendly and work efficiently.
4095 6:45p-9:50p T BUS 253 St Amant K
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CIS 59A, Dreamweaver I 3 units
Transfer: CSU • Prerequisite: CIS 50.
This is an introductory course in learning Web page design with Dreamweaver. Students will learn techniques for designing Web pages and expand their knowledge of HTML, Dynamic HTML, and JavaScript. Students will learn to integrate images, sound, and other multimedia using Dreamweaver. This course covers Web site creation and management features including Web file management, navigation bars, formatting text styles, Cascading Style Sheets, and content management. Upon completing this course, students will be ready to plan, build, upload, and maintain a professional Web site.
This course uses Adobe Dreamweaver CS 4.
1416 3:45p-5:05p MW BUS 255 Abode Jr P J
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1417 Arrange-7 Hours ONLINE-E Chaban M
Above section 1417 meets for 12 weeks, Sep 21 to Dec 11, and is a Distance Education course conducted over the Internet. Go to smconline.org for details.
CIS 59B, Dreamweaver II 3 units
Transfer: CSU • Prerequisite: CIS 59A.
This course examines advanced Web development techniques and concepts utilizing the Dreamweaver toolset. Topics covered include site architecture, Web project management, integration with dynamic Web development tools, code management and site enhancements. Students will learn to enhance the development of Dreamweaver Web pages utilizing server-side includes, dynamic XHTML & XML, and intelligent use of graphics and color schemes. Additional topics will include the CSS toolset, site management utilizing cascading templates & libraries, including cutting edge technologies (RSS, podcasting), and dynamic content design with XML and Dreamweaver’s database connection tools. Dreamweaver extension manager and use of extensions will also be covered.
This course uses Adobe Dreamweaver CS 4.
4096 6:45p-9:50p Th BUS 253 St Amant K
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CIS 60A, Photoshop I 3 units
Transfer: CSU • Prerequisite: CIS 1.
This course is for the non-design student interested in learning Photoshop using personal computers (PCs). Students will learn image creation and editing using Adobe Photoshop. Students learn to create, repair and modify images, scan photos, plan composite images and create special effects for use in a variety of applications.
1418 11:15a-2:20p W BUS 250 Gross D M
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1419 Arrange-10 Hours ONLINE-E El-Khoury N R
Above section 1419 meets for 8 weeks, Aug 31 to Oct 23, and is a Distance Education course conducted over the Internet. Go to smconline.org for details.
4097 6:45p-9:50p Th BUS 255 Gross D M
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CIS 60B, Photoshop II 3 units
Transfer: CSU • Prerequisite: CIS 60A.
This course is for non-design students interested in learning the advanced features in Photoshop using personal computers (PCs). Students will learn to use advanced image creation and editing tools in Adobe Photoshop. Students will be able to create and modify images, text, and animation for the WEB as well as a variety of other applications.
1420 Arrange-10 Hours ONLINE-E St Amant K
Above section 1420 meets for 8 weeks, Oct 26 to Dec 18, and is a Distance Education course conducted over the Internet. Go to smconline.org for details.
4098 5:15p-6:35p TTh BUS 250 Gross D M
CIS 62A, Flash I 3 units
Transfer: CSU • Prerequisite: CIS 50.
In this course students who are not design majors will learn to use Flash. Topics will include the creation of graphic elements using Flash’s unique drawing tools, turning graphic elements into animation, and introduction to ActionScripting techniques for the creation of interactive movies and publish the flash movies to HTML and popular graphic formats.
This course uses Adobe Flash CS 4.
4099 5:15p-6:35p MW BUS 255 Bolandhemat F
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CIS 64, Illustrator 3 units
Transfer: CSU • Prerequisite: CIS 60A.
This course is for the non-design students interested in learning Adobe Illustrator using Personal Computers for Windows. Students will develop the skills and use a variety of tools to create sophisticated illustrations, logos, advertisements, and other business media graphics for the Web.
This course uses Adobe Illustrator CS 4.
1421 Arrange-7 Hours ONLINE-E Valdivia O
Above section 1421 meets for 12 weeks, Sep 21 to Dec 11, and is a Distance Education course conducted over the Internet. Go to smconline.org for details.
CIS 88A, Independent Studies in CIS 1 unit
Transfer: CSU
Please see “Independent Studies” section.
1422 Arrange-1 Hour BUS 220K Bolandhemat F
CIS 88B, Independent Studies in CIS 3 units
Transfer: CSU
1424 Arrange-3 Hours BUS 220K Bolandhemat F
CIS 90B, Internship in Computer Applications 2 units
Transfer: CSU • Prerequisite: None.
Students must arrange an approved internship prior to enrolling in this class. F-1 students must see the Immigration Coordinator at the International Education Center before enrolling.
The Internship Program is designed to provide the student with the opportunity of on-site work experience in a computer lab. Students spend time weekly in a supervised computer facility.
1425 Arrange-8 Hours BUS 220K Bolandhemat F