CISC 90    Computer Skills for New Users    1 Unit

Prerequisite: None.
Hours: 9 hours LEC ; 27 hours LAB
Description: This course introduces the beginning computer student, through hands-on operation, to the features of the microcomputer. The student will learn how to purchase a computer system, how the computer works and what computers can do, including a brief overview of Windows operations, word processing, spreadsheets, the use of the Internet, and e-mail. This course does not fulfill the prerequisite requirement for any Computer Information Science course in applications, programming, web page, or networking. This course is non-degree, non-certificate applicable. This course is designated as a Pass/No Pass course only. This course will prepare the student for beginning computer courses.

Schedule: Eight Week - First, Aug 22-Oct 16
Sa           09:00AM-09:50AM   LEC   T.Moore              Downtown DT 104      31756
Sa           10:00AM-01:10PM   LAB   T.Moore              Downtown DT 104      
Off-Campus - Downtown Center, 1209 4th Street, Sacramento.

CISC 110    Using ePortfolios    1 Unit

Prerequisite: None
Hours: 18 hours LEC
Description: The course covers ePortfolios which is the electronic equivalent of portfolio applications. It is designed to demonstrate how students can assemble digital content files of any types and structured data forms to build multiple, tailored views of these items, and share each of the views with appropriate third parties over the Internet. Students will learn how to include work samples, grades and essays, biographical information, in-progress course work, digital media, special versions of different resumes for different jobs, reference letters, transcripts, writing samples, and other work products.

Schedule: Eight Week - Second, Oct 17-Dec 11
Th           05:30PM-07:35PM   LEC   C.Ing                SCC MAIN BUS 221     28226
On-Campus

CISC 300    Computer Familiarization    1 Unit

Prerequisite: None.
Advisory: Completion of BUSTEC 300.1 or BUSTEC 100.1 with a grade of "C" or better or touch typing at 28 wpm.
General Education: AA/AS Area II(b)
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 18 hours LEC ; 18 hours LAB
Description: This course acquaints students with how computers are used in the home and in business functions. The course will emphasize microcomputers, how they work, how they can be used, and the terminology of the computer world. Microcomputer applications using the Windows environment will be presented, and hands-on laboratory assignments will be given. This course does not serve as a prerequisite to computer science programming courses, but does serve as a prerequisite/advisory for Computer Information Science application courses. The course is specially designed for students wishing a very general, non-technical, introductory course in computers.

Schedule: Eight Week - First, Aug 22-Oct 16
F            09:00AM-11:05AM   LEC   W.Bican              SCC MAIN BUS 221     26670
F            11:15AM-01:20PM   LAB   W.Bican              SCC MAIN BUS 221     
On-Campus

TTh          10:30AM-11:20AM   LEC   W.Bican              SCC MAIN BUS 221     26662
TTh          11:20AM-12:20PM   LAB   W.Bican              SCC MAIN BUS 221     
On-Campus

MW           12:00PM-01:05PM   LEC   W.Bican              SCC MAIN BUS 221     26666
MW           01:10PM-02:15PM   LAB   W.Bican              SCC MAIN BUS 221     
On-Campus

TTh          04:30PM-05:20PM   LEC   A.Grueneberger       SCC MAIN BUS 221     28990
TTh          05:30PM-06:20PM   LAB   A.Grueneberger       SCC MAIN BUS 221     
On-Campus

Schedule: Eight Week - Second, Oct 17-Dec 11
F            09:00AM-11:25AM   LEC   W.Theiss             SCC MAIN BUS 221     30258
F            11:35AM-02:05PM   LAB   W.Theiss             SCC MAIN BUS 221     
On-Campus

TTh          10:30AM-11:35AM   LEC   W.Bican              SCC MAIN BUS 221     26674
TTh          11:40AM-12:45PM   LAB   W.Bican              SCC MAIN BUS 221     
On-Campus

MW           12:00PM-12:50PM   LEC   W.Bican              SCC MAIN BUS 221     26678
MW           01:00PM-01:50PM   LAB   W.Bican              SCC MAIN BUS 221     
On-Campus

Sa           09:00AM-11:05AM   LEC   T.Taylor             Downtown DT 104      31758
Sa           11:15AM-01:20PM   LAB   T.Taylor             Downtown DT 104      
Off-Campus - Downtown Center, 1209 4th Street, Sacramento.

TTh          04:30PM-05:35PM   LEC   T.Moore              SCC MAIN BUS 103     26682
TTh          05:40PM-06:45PM   LAB   T.Moore              SCC MAIN BUS 103     
On-Campus

Su           01:00PM-03:05PM   LEC   P.Bryant             West Sac WSC 200     28572
Su           03:15PM-05:20PM   LAB   P.Bryant             West Sac WSC 200     
Off-Campus - West Sacramento Center, 1275 Halyard Drive, West Sacramento.

CISC 305    Introduction to the Internet    1 Unit

Prerequisite: None
Advisory: CISC 300 or CISC 310 with a grade of "C" or better.
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 18 hours LEC
Description: This course explains how the Internet works, how to connect, and how to use Internet services. Laws that guide the use of the Internet will be covered. Other topics include Internet protocols, e-mail, news groups, discussion lists, connecting to a remote server, File Transfer Protocol (FTP), World Wide Web, and emerging technologies.

CISC 308    Exploring Computer Environments and the Internet    1 Unit

Prerequisite: None.
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 18 hours LEC ; 18 hours LAB
Description: The course acquaints the student with the fundamentals of microcomputer hardware, software and computer networking, focusing on widely used hardware and operating system, IBM personal computers and the Windows operating system. The fundamentals of the Internet and Internet tools are introduced. This course meets the requirement for MIS 1 at CSUS. This course does not meet the requirements for SCC CIS certificates and degrees.

CISC 310    Introduction to Computer Information Science    3 Units

Prerequisite: None.
Advisory: CISC 300 with a grade of "C" or better.
General Education: AA/AS Area II(b)
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.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 22-Dec 17
MW           10:30AM-11:50AM   LEC   R.Deus               SCC MAIN BUS 107     27232
TTh          10:30AM-11:50AM   LEC   L.Bair               SCC MAIN BUS 151     27236
MW           09:00AM-10:20AM   LEC   R.Deus               SCC MAIN BUS 107     27234
TTh          01:00PM-02:20PM   LEC   T.Wei                SCC MAIN BUS 221     27656
TTh          05:30PM-06:50PM   LEC   T.Wei                SCC MAIN BUS 205     31697
On-Campus

F            09:00AM-10:20AM   LEC   L.Bair               SCC MAIN BUS 204     30266
TBA          TBA               LEC   L.Bair                TBA TBA             30266
Hybrid Class. This is a combination of face-to-face and online instruction. Students are expected to attend during the times indicated above, and will need a computer with Internet access for the online portion.

Th           07:00PM-08:20PM   LEC   G.Poon               SCC MAIN BUS 103     27238
TBA          TBA               LEC   G.Poon                TBA TBA             27238
Hybrid Class. This is a combination of face-to-face and online instruction. Students are expected to attend during the times indicated above, and will need a computer with Internet access for the online portion.

MW           04:00PM-05:20PM   LEC   G.Poon               Davis Cntr Davis 105 32089
Off-Campus - Davis Center, 1909 Galileo Court, Davis.

CISC 320    Operating Systems    1 Unit

Prerequisite: None
Advisory: CISC 300 or CISC 310 with a grade of "C" or better.
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 18 hours LEC ; 18 hours LAB
Description: This course introduces the students to the microcomputer operating system. The student will become familiar with basic features, file and program management, disk management commands, and menus. This course may be taken three times for credit for different operating systems.

CISC 323    Linux Operating System    1 Unit

Prerequisite: None
Advisory: CISC 300 with a grade of "C" or better 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.

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.

CISC 351    Introduction to Local Area Networks    1 Unit

Prerequisite: CISC 355 with a grade of "C" or better.
Advisory: Completion of CISC 320 with a grade of "C" or better.
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 18 hours LEC ; 18 hours LAB
Description: This course introduces local area networks and provides hands-on training in Local Area Network (LAN) applications and administration. Topics include planning, installing, and maintaining a LAN, responsibilities of the system administrator, and human implications. Lab activities will be completed using local area network.

CISC 355    Introduction to Data Communications    1.5 Units

Prerequisite: None
Advisory: Completion of CISC 300 or 310 with a grade of "C" or better.
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 27 hours LEC
Description: This course will introduce business data communications. Students will learn about media, telecommunications, protocols, interfaces, and packet switching. Independent assignments will include research using the Internet for locating, viewing, printing, and downloading information.