CISC 100    Computer Fundamentals with Hands-on Lab    2 Units

Prerequisite: None
Hours: 27 hours LEC ; 27 hours LAB
Description: This introductory course provides general non-technical knowledge combined with a hands-on lab on how computers work including basic computer terminology and concepts. The focus is slower paced instruction with extensive hands-on reinforcement of instructional concepts. Course topics include an introduction to the operating system software and application software focusing on word processing, spreadsheets, the Internet and email.

Schedule: Full Term, Jan 17-May 20
M            01:30PM-02:50PM   LEC   W.Theiss             ARC MAIN Rm 128      30568
W            01:30PM-02:50PM   LAB   W.Theiss             ARC MAIN Rm 128      
T            08:30AM-09:50AM   LEC   G.Cotton             ARC MAIN Rm 128      20390
Th           08:30AM-09:50AM   LAB   G.Cotton             ARC MAIN Rm 128      
TBA          TBA               LEC   C.Stokes              TBA TBA             33327
TBA          TBA               LAB   C.Stokes              TBA TBA             

CISC 300    Computer Familiarization    1 Unit

Prerequisite: None.
Advisory: ENGRD 116 or ESLR 320, and the ability to touch type.
General Education: AA/AS Area II(b); AA/AS Area III(b)
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 18 hours LEC
Description: This course provides a general non-technical introduction to how computers work in addition to basic computer terminology and concepts. The focus is hands-on instruction using an operating system, word processing, spreadsheet, and Internet software. The course may be taken twice for credit on different hardware platforms.

Schedule: Eight Week - First, Jan 17-Mar 16
TTh          08:30AM-09:20AM   LEC   C.Stokes             ARC MAIN Rm 126      17760
MW           10:40AM-11:45AM   LEC   W.Theiss             ARC MAIN Rm 128      17750
MW           03:00PM-03:55PM   LEC   M.L'Estrange         ARC MAIN Rm 125      18894

Schedule: Eight Week - Second, Mar 17-May 14
MW           08:30AM-09:20AM   LEC   C.Stokes             ARC MAIN Rm 126      17794
TTh          08:30AM-09:20AM   LEC   C.Stokes             ARC MAIN Rm 126      17796
TTh          01:00PM-01:50PM   LEC   C.Stokes             ARC MAIN Rm 128      17800
MW           01:00PM-01:50PM   LEC   C.Stokes             ARC MAIN Rm 126      17798
MW           03:00PM-03:50PM   LEC   M.L'Estrange         ARC MAIN Rm 125      22372
F            08:00AM-10:05AM   LEC   C.Stokes             Natomas Natomas N102 19934

Schedule: Full Term, Jan 17-May 20
TBA          TBA               LEC   C.Stokes              TBA TBA             33390

CISC 305    Introduction to the Internet    1 Unit

Prerequisite: None.
Advisory: CISC 300 and 320
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 18 hours LEC ; 18 hours LAB
Description: This course is an introduction to how the Internet works and how to effectively use basic Internet services. Topics include E-mail, E-mail lists, the World Wide Web, search engines, newsgroups, Telnet, File Transfer Protocol (FTP), various forms of asynchronous communications such as Really Simple Syndication (RSS), and Internet security considerations.

CISC 306    Introduction to Web Page Creation    1 Unit

Prerequisite: None
Advisory: CISC 305.
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 18 hours LEC ; 18 hours LAB
Description: This course covers the production of web pages, including design, layout, construction, and presentation. A web authoring tool is used to format a web page and Extensible Hypertext Markup Language (XHTML) is introduced. This course may be taken four times for credit on a different software package or version.

CISC 308    Exploring Computer Environments and the Internet    1 Unit

Prerequisite: None
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 18 hours LEC
Description: The course introduces the fundamentals of microcomputer hardware, software and computer networking, focusing on operating systems. The fundamentals of the Internet and Internet tools are introduced.

Schedule: Five Week - First, Jan 17-Feb 25
TTh          10:00AM-11:20AM   LEC   D.Fox                ARC MAIN Rm 129      22476
MW           01:30PM-02:50PM   LEC   D.Fox                ARC MAIN Rm 129      20048
W            06:00PM-08:50PM   LEC   D.Fox                ARC MAIN Rm 121      22478

CISC 310    Introduction to Computer Information Science    3 Units

Prerequisite: None
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Description: This course is a survey of the computer field covering the function and purpose of computer hardware and software, computer programming concepts, productivity software, employment opportunities, and the social impact of the computer.

CISC 320    Operating Systems    1 Unit

Prerequisite: None
Advisory: CISC 300 and ability to touch type.
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 18 hours LEC ; 18 hours LAB
Description: This course introduces operating systems for the PC. Topics include file systems, operating system services, program management, file and directory organization, and hard drive maintenance. It also includes information on protecting your PC from viruses, Trojans, worms, adware, spyware, and other malicious network exploits. Additional topics are DOS commands and batch files. The course may be taken four times on a different Windows operating system version.

CISC 323    Linux Operating System    1 Unit

Prerequisite: None
Advisory: CISC 300 and ability to touch type.
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 18 hours LEC ; 18 hours LAB
Description: This course introduces the Linux operating system for microcomputers. Concepts include kernels, file structures, daemons, shells, GUIs, procedures for installing software, creation of user accounts, shell commands, scripts, and file security.

Schedule: Eight Week - First, Jan 17-Mar 16
TTh          12:30PM-01:20PM   LEC   M.L'Estrange         ARC MAIN Rm 125      19214
TTh          01:30PM-02:20PM   LAB   M.L'Estrange         ARC MAIN Rm 125      



TTh          07:00PM-07:50PM   LEC   M.L'Estrange         ARC MAIN Rm 125      19430
TTh          08:00PM-08:50PM   LAB   M.L'Estrange         ARC MAIN Rm 125      

CISC 324    Intermediate Linux Operating System    1 Unit

Prerequisite: CISC 323 with a grade of "C" or better.
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 18 hours LEC ; 18 hours LAB
Description: This course is a continuation of CISC 323. It covers advanced shell scripting. C Shell, K Shell, BASH and other varieties will be compared. It also includes decision-making logic, looping, nesting, and other scripting tools will be used.

Schedule: Eight Week - Second, Mar 17-May 14
TTh          12:30PM-01:20PM   LEC   M.L'Estrange         ARC MAIN Rm 125      19222
TTh          01:30PM-02:20PM   LAB   M.L'Estrange         ARC MAIN Rm 125      
Students taking this section will have the option of taking this class fully online.

TBA          TBA               LEC   M.L'Estrange         ARC MAIN Online     32081
TBA          TBA               LAB   M.L'Estrange         ARC MAIN Online     

CISC 350    Introduction to Data Communications    1 Unit

Prerequisite: None.
Advisory: CISC 300 and ability to touch type.
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 18 hours LEC
Description: This course introduces business data communication concepts, systems, technology, protocols, theory, and basic terminology. Specific topics include analog and digital data encoding and transmission; media; interfaces; packet, circuit, and broadcast networks; and data multiplexing.

CISC 351    Introduction to Local Area Networks    1 Unit

Prerequisite: None
Advisory: CISC 320 and 350.
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 18 hours LEC ; 18 hours LAB
Description: This course introduces local area networks (LAN) and provides hands-on training in LAN applications and network administration. Topics include planning, installing, and maintaining a LAN, responsibilities of the system administrator, and basic network security principles. The course may be taken for credit four times on a different Windows operating system.

CISC 361    Microcomputer Support Essentials - Preparation for A+ Certification    3 Units

Prerequisite: None.
Advisory: CISC 310, 320, and 350
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 42 hours LEC ; 36 hours LAB
Description: This course is the first of two courses covering support and repair for stand-alone personal computers. It includes training to troubleshoot hardware to a field replaceable component. Operating systems installation and simple networking are also covered. The course provides a firm grounding in the supporting software that runs the hardware and in distinguishing hardware from software problems. This course, along with CISC 363, prepares students for the Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) A+ certification.

CISC 363    Microcomputer Support Technical - Preparation for A+ Certification    3 Units

Prerequisite: CISC 361 with a grade of "C" or better
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 42 hours LEC ; 36 hours LAB
Description: This course is the second of two courses providing a foundation in personal computer (PC) support. Hands-on skills include advanced component installation and configuration, troubleshooting component hardware, and configuring and troubleshooting major operating systems and networking hardware. This course along with CISC 361 prepares students for the Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) A+ Certification exam.