Computer Information Systems Course Description
COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS I (CIS) (10102A001)
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Level: |
11th and 12th grades |
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Class Location: |
St. John Church, Freeport |
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Time: |
7:30 - 9:00 a.m., 9:20 - 10:50 a.m., & 1:00 - 2:30 p.m., Mon. - Fri. |
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Length: |
One year, double period |
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H.S. Credit: |
2 credits per year |
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Post Sec Credit: |
Highland Community College - Dual Credit ** 6 credits |
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Prerequisite: |
Business/Computer orientation class, if offered. Completed application and meeting with instructor required for acceptance into this program |
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CAREERTEC Fees: |
$235, to be paid by student/parent at High School during registration |
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HCC Fees: |
$30 registration fee per school year, to be paid by student/parent at HCC |
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Textbook Fees: |
NA (provided through coursework software/materials) |
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Optional Fees: |
Student is responsible for any certification testing fees |
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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)
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Level: |
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Class Location: |
St. John’s Church, Freeport |
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Time: |
7:30 - 9:00 a.m., 9:20 - 10:50 a.m., & 1:00 - 2:30 p.m., Mon. - Fri. |
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Length: |
One year, double period |
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H.S. Credit: |
2 credits per year |
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Post Sec Credit: |
Highland Community College - Dual Credit** approximately 6-8 credits |
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Prerequisite: |
Completion of CIS I with C or better and 95 % attendance, completed application and meeting with instructor required for acceptance into this program |
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CAREERTEC Fees: |
$235, to be paid by student/parent at High School during registration |
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HCC Fees: |
$30 registration fee per school year, to be paid by student/parent at HCC |
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Textbook Fees: |
NA (provided through coursework software/materials) |
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Optional Fees: |
Student is responsible for any certification testing fees |
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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.
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