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Computer Information Systems Course Description

COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS I (CIS) (10102A001)

Level:

11th and 12th grades

Class Location:

St. John Church, Freeport         

Time:

7:30 - 9:00 a.m., 9:20 - 10:50 a.m., & 1:00 - 2:30 p.m., Mon. - Fri.

Length:

One year, double period

H.S. Credit:

2 credits per year

Post Sec Credit:

Highland Community College - Dual Credit ** 6 credits

Prerequisite:

Business/Computer orientation class, if offered. Completed application and meeting with instructor required for acceptance into this program

CAREERTEC Fees:

$235, to be paid by student/parent at High School during registration

HCC Fees:

$30 registration fee per school year, to be paid by student/parent at HCC

Textbook Fees:

NA (provided through coursework software/materials)

Optional Fees:

Student is responsible for any certification testing fees

Calendar:

This course follows the CAREERTEC calendar

 

CIS I prepares the student to be able to identify every component in as well as disassemble and reassemble troubleshoot computers.  Students will set up operational and security procedures. The student will learn how to configure and troubleshoot Windows and Linux operating systems.  The student will install, upgrade, or repair microcomputers, peripheral devices, including but not limited to Raspberry Pi and Nvidia Jetson Nano devices.   In addition, the student will be introduced to the Cisco Networking Academy, Packet Tracer and Cyber Security. Successful completion of this course will allow students the opportunity to test for A+ certification. Dual credits at HCC: INFT 182: Microcomputer Hardware, INFT 282: A+. 

 

All accepted students will attend a mandatory orientation meeting prior to the start of classes.

All fees listed for HCC are approximate and are subject to rate changes and textbook pricing at HCC.

 

COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS II (CIS) (10102A002)

Level:

12th grade

Class Location:

St. John’s Church, Freeport

Time:

7:30 - 9:00 a.m., 9:20 - 10:50 a.m., & 1:00 - 2:30 p.m., Mon. - Fri.

Length:

One year, double period

H.S. Credit:

2 credits per year

Post Sec Credit:

Highland Community College - Dual Credit** approximately 6-8 credits

Prerequisite:

Completion of CIS I with C or better and 95 % attendance, completed application and meeting with instructor required for acceptance into this program

CAREERTEC Fees:

$235, to be paid by student/parent at High School during registration

HCC Fees:

$30 registration fee per school year, to be paid by student/parent at HCC

Textbook Fees:

NA (provided through coursework software/materials)

Optional Fees:

Student is responsible for any certification testing fees

Calendar:

This course follows the CAREERTEC calendar

 

CIS II provides a combination of academics and workplace skills that move a student toward further experiences in the computer field and the optional opportunity to pass industry-recognized certification exams. Class activities and hands-on laboratories include Cisco Networking Academy and Packet Tracer. Coding, Cyber Security, Networking +, and Workplace Experience will provide students foundational skills needed to install, operate, manage, maintain, and troubleshoot networks. Introduction to design principles and implementation of systems languages. Topics include syntax, data types, control structures, and storage management. Integrated Development Environments and Object Orientated Programing will be introduced. Languages may change depending on what is currently in demand. Opportunity at local employers to apply learned skills. Dual credits at HCC: SPTP 295: Coding Essentials, INFT 284: Net +, and OCED 290: Workplace Experience. Successful completion of this course will allow students the opportunity to test for Net+ certification.

 

All accepted students will attend a mandatory orientation meeting prior to the start of classes.

All fees listed for HCC are approximate and are subject to rate changes and textbook pricing at HCC.