BCA 152 Comprehensive Spreadsheets -- 3 Sem. Hrs. Cr.

Prerequisite: CSC 110 Introduction to Computers or instructor approval. Concepts of spreadsheets and their applications in the business world are covered. Introductory topics include creation of spreadsheets, data manipulation, printing, formatting, use of predefined functions and charts. Advanced topics will include creating macros, filtering, importing and exporting data, and spreadsheet analysis. Application to business situations will be emphasized. Microsoft Excel will be used for this course.

BCA 167 Comprehensive Databases -- 3 Sem. Hrs. Cr.

Prerequisite: CSC 110 Introduction to Computers or instructor approval. An in-depth study of database management concepts, their uses, roles, limitations, advantages, and disadvantages. Students, through hands-on experience, will learn to use database management software to design, create, set up, utilize, query, program, customize, and integrate databases. Application to business situations will be emphasized. Microsoft Access will be used for this course.

BCA 215 Computer Business Applications -- 3 Sem. Hrs. Cr.

Prerequisite: CSC 110 Introduction to Computers or equivalent or instructor approval. This is a course for experienced computer users. This is an upper level applications course utilizing Microsoft Office programs. Special attention will be given to program integration and applying skills to business situations.

CIS 121 Introduction to Programming Logic -- 3 Sem. Hrs. Cr.

A course to develop the problem solving concept as it pertains to writing computer algorithms. Flowcharting, pseudocodes, Warnier/Orr diagrams, and Nassi-Schneiderman diagrams will be covered.

CIS 650 PC Operating Systems -- 3 Sem. Hrs. Cr.

A course in resource and file management on small computer systems. The course will survey techniques used to manage secondary storage with MS-DOS, Windows XP, and Solaris Unix. The students will also learn the nuances of installing and managing resources and users in an XP environment. An in-depth study will be made of drivers, controllers, external, and internal operating systems commands. Rudimentary introductions to the registry, batch programming, and system programming with other languages will also be included.

NET 122 Computer Hardware Basics -- 3 Sem. Hrs. Cr.

Students will be trained to properly install, configure, upgrade, troubleshoot, and repair microcomputer hardware. This will include having basic knowledge of desktop and portable systems, basic networking concepts, and printers. Students will also be asked to demonstrate knowledge of safety and common preventive maintenance procedures. This course will prepare students to take Comp TIA's A+ Certification Exam.

NET 132 Operating Systems Software Basics -- 3 Sem. Hrs. Cr.

Students will be expected to demonstrate knowledge of DOS, Windows 3.x, and Windows 95 for installing, configuring, upgrading, troubleshooting, and repairing microcomputer systems. Emphasis will be placed on: function, structure, operation, and file management; memory management; installation, configuring, and upgrading; diagnosing and troubleshooting; and networks. This course will prepare students to take Comp TIA's A+ Certification Exam.