DCB catalog 2020-22

124 Course Descriptions CIS 188 Application Design (3CR) Fall; Pre: None This course provides an introduction to the field of human-computer interaction (HCI). Students will learn practical principles and guidelines needed to develop high quality interface designs-ones that users can understand, predict, and control. Students explore theoretical foundations, design processes, examples of direct manipulation, menu selection, and form fill-in to gain an understanding of excellence in design. Current HCI topics are explored with balanced emphasis on mobile devices, Web, and desktop platforms. It addresses the profound changes brought by user-generated content of text, photo, music, and video and the raised expectations for compelling user experiences. CIS 211 Website Plan & Design (3CR) Spring; Pre: CIS 180 An in-depth study of the planning and design processes that are utilized in the creation of a website. CIS 212 MS Operating System Client (3CR) Fall; Pre: None An in-depth coverage of the Windows operating systems geared for those students enrolled in Information Technology programs or students who want a more advanced Windows course. CIS 215 Implementing MS Server Environment (3CR) Fall; Pre: None This course introduces the learner to the Microsoft Windows Server Environment and the networking technologies it supports. The learner will become familiar with networking and operating system concepts and the common tasks required to administer and support the Microsoft Windows operating system in a network environment. CIS 216 Implementing MS Server Network (3CR) Spring; Pre: None The course is intended to provide information about and working with Microsoft Exchange Server 2007. It will contain a pedagogical approach to assist in preparing for the MS Certification Exam 70-236: Microsoft Exchange Server 2007 Configuration. CIS 217 MS Exchange Server (3CR) Fall; Pre: None The course is intended to provide information about and working with Microsoft Exchange Server 2007. It will contain a pedagogical approach to assist in preparing for the MS Certification Exam 70-236: Microsoft Exchange Server 2007 Configuration. CIS 218 Planning Network Infrastructure (3CR) Spring; Pre: None Active Directory will be discussed in this course and will allow the students to participate in projects dealing with configuring the system. The use of 2008 server will provide the users with knowledge of services such as Domain Name Service, Certificate Services, Active Directory Rights Management Services, and others. The goal will be to prepare the students for the 70-640 exams. CIS 229 Information Systems Management (3CR) Fall; Pre: None Introduction to managing information systems including user support issues and careers in business environments. CIS 232 Graphics Design (3CR) Fall; Pre: CSCI 101 or equivalent computer knowledge Students will learn how to edit photos and how to design composite images using Adobe Photoshop. CIS 233 Vector Graphics and Web Animation (3CR) Spring; Pre: CSCI 101 or equivalent computer knowledge Students will learn how to design vector graphics for animation, presentation, applications, and web sites.