Computer Information Systems
4 Credit Hours
An introduction to computer technology with an emphasis on applications. Students learn how to use software packages, such as Microsoft Windows, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel. Includes an orientation to Berkeley College’s computer framework, which includes Blackboard, content collection, and portfolio development.
4 Credit Hours
Provides an overview of network concepts and terminology. Students learn about local and wide-area networks, the OSI model of networking, network protocols, transmission methods, physical and logical topologies, and network hardware.
2 Credit Hours
Students gain experience with spreadsheet applications, such as Microsoft Excel. Topics include building complex worksheets; importing and exporting data; using mathematical, financial, and statistical functions; developing macros; consolidating spreadsheets; creating templates; and utilizing “what if” analyses to make business decisions.
Prerequisite: CIS115
2 Credit Hours
Hands-on experience with well-known database management software applications, such as Microsoft Access. Topics include an introduction to database programming, multiple database files, query files, reports, and the planning, development, and implementation of database systems.
Prerequisite: CIS115
2 Credit Hours
Focuses on enhancing business communications via the growing areas of electronic communication. Students learn to develop, design, and deliver oral presentations using multimedia and online data services. Practice sessions and videotape feedback provide additional insight into presentation style and effectiveness.
Prerequisite: CIS115
2 Credit Hours
Focuses on the integration of decision-making skills and administrative technologies to facilitate professional operations and enhance productivity. Topics include scheduling, event planning, records management, office procedures, and electronic communications and research.
4 Credit Hours
Incorporates typography and images into layout pages for the web environment. Through a case series of exercises, students are introduced to the concepts and applications of HTML5 and CSS.
4 Credit Hours
Designed to further develop the skills acquired in Web Design I. Students learn advanced code functions of HTML5 and CSS and are introduced to Dreamweaver software.
Prerequisite: CIS233
4 Credit Hours
Designed to further develop the skills acquired in Web Design II. Students use HTML5 and CSS to develop a website including multimedia, video, and audio elements.
Prerequisite: CIS234
3 Credit Hours
Students learn to create elements for multimedia and the web, using software such as Adobe Photoshop. Topics include simple image conversions; creating and editing layers, splash screens, and transparent GIFs; adding text to images; image adjustment; and 3D effects and surfaces.
3 Credit Hours
Involves readings and discussions around various topics in technology. Topics vary from quarter to quarter.
