Computer Information Systems

Computer Information Systems, or CIS, lies at the intersection of technology and business. It includes hard-core, techie elements, like programming, database management, and systems analysis. But it also includes solid business practices and principles, like marketing, management, and accounting. In fact, CIS exists as a way for both to interact and share information.

Computer Information Systems is the application of technology in managing business and solving operational problems. In the CIS program you’ll learn how to design, develop, manage, and maintain business technology infrastructure and specify technology solutions to suit business needs. You’ll also learn to create webpages, construct dynamically driven websites with the use of databases, and much more.

A career in CIS allows you to work in just about any aspect of business in virtually any industry. If a business relies on technology for its success it relies on the expertise and creativity of CIS professionals.

Class Listing

CIS102DA Customer User Support 3 Credits

Examines skills, tools and strategies necessary for becoming a computer help-desk or end-user support professional.

Prerequisites: None.

Class Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructor Availability
28796

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture/Lab
03/17/2025 – 05/09/2025

Spring Flex Start

Miriam Lierley

Open

7 of 24
Seats Available

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 28796 Students may contact instructor at: miriam.lierley@mesacc.edu

CIS113DE Microsoft Word: Word Processing 3 Credits

Using word processing software to create, name and manage files, edit text, format, apply themes and styles, create and modify tables, apply desktop publishing features, and print a variety of types of documents. Prerequisites: None.

Class Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructor Availability
28570

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture/Lab
Open Entry / Open Exit
01/13/2025 – 03/07/2025

Spring

Dineen Held

Open

15 of 24
Seats Available

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.

Class 28570 Students may contact instructor at: dineen.held@mesacc.edu

CIS121AE Windows Operating System: Level I 1 Credits

Specific topics include Windows basics, navigating and customizing the desktop, maintaining hardware and software, improving performance, configurations, securing your computer, taskbar, organizing, searching and managing folders and files, installing and uninstalling applications, Internet Explorer fine tuning, security, and searching, including advanced search techniques, keyboard shortcuts, and current topics. Prerequisites: None.

Class Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructor Availability
26270

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture/Lab
Open Entry / Open Exit
01/13/2025 – 03/10/2025

Spring

Dineen Held

Open

15 of 24
Seats Available

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 26270 Students will have 8 weeks from their start date to complete the class. OEE students may work at the open labs at Southern & Dobson and Red Mountain. OEE students must have the appropriate software to complete assignments at home and in the labs. Go to www.mesacc.edu/elearning for additional information.

Class 26270 Class uses Microsoft Windows 10.

Class 26270 Students may contact instructor at: dineen.held@mesacc.edu

CIS136 Content Management Systems: WordPress 3 Credits

Overview of WordPress Content Management System. Includes hands-on design and creation of web pages and blogs for the World Wide Web. Designed to cover best practices for web site/blog creation. Prerequisites: None.

Class Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructor Availability
27908

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture/Lab
03/17/2025 – 05/09/2025

Spring Flex Start

Juliet Crocco

Open

13 of 24
Seats Available

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 27908 Students may contact instructor at: juliet.crocco@mesacc.edu

CIS138DA Desktop Design and Publishing Using Adobe InDesign 3 Credits

Use of Adobe InDesign to compose and print textual and graphic materials of high quality. Includes word processing of copy, use of graphics programs, layout of design elements, printing alternatives, and file formats. Prerequisites: None.

Course Notes: Students in this class will be provided an Adobe Creative Cloud account tied to their MEID username, for home use on PC or Mac computers (smartphone or tablet mobile devices are not supported) during the duration of this course. Students should review the minimum configuration requirements to run Adobe CC on their personal device at:

https://helpx.adobe.com/creative-cloud/system-requirements.html. Your instructor will provide login directions on the first day of class.

Class Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructor Availability
27907

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture/Lab
03/17/2025 – 05/09/2025

Spring Flex Start

Douglas Neuckranz, M.Ed.

Open

14 of 24
Seats Available

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 27907 Students may contact instructor at: douglas.neuckranz@mesacc.edu

CIS214DA Advanced Excel for Data Analytics 3 Credits

Advanced Excel spreadsheet features for data analytics including advanced functions, PivotTables, Data Modelling, Dashboard creation and forecasting for Business Intelligence (BI). Includes capstone project of an interactive dashboard using a multi-table Excel Data Model.

A grade of C or better required in all Prerequisites. Prerequisites or Corequisites: [CIS114DE and (CIS117DM or CIS276DA or CIS276DB)], or permission of Instructor.

Course Notes: A basic of understanding of statistics is required.

Class Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructor Availability
28565

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture/Lab
03/17/2025 – 05/09/2025

Spring Flex Start

Mitchell Joseph Hamilton

Open

2 of 24
Seats Available

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 28565 Students may contact the instructor at: mitchell.hamilton@mesacc.edu.

CIS224 Project Management Microsoft Project for Windows 3 Credits

Introduction to project management concepts while working with MS Project to solve complex project management networks, including creating Gantt and PERT charts, tracking project progress, planning for restrictions, and integrating MS Project with other software packages such as Excel, Word, Powerpoint, and cc Mail. Prerequisites: None.

Course Notes: Requires an additional 50-minute lab per week. CIS105 strongly recommended.

Class Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructor Availability
27554

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture/Lab
03/17/2025 – 05/09/2025

Spring Flex Start

Derek Rushing

Open

1 of 24
Seats Available

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Students require access to a device running Microsoft Windows and will need sufficient skill to install Microsoft Project (instructions for students to obtain this software and install it will be provided during the first week of the course). The minimum system requirements for Microsoft Project can be found here: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/p/project-professional-2024/cfq7ttc0ph40#requirements

Class 27554 Students may contact instructor at: derek.rushing@mesacc.edu

Class Fee: $10.00

CIS238RH Red Hat System Administration II 3 Credits

Continue to develop core administration skills needed to manage a Red Hat Enterprise Linux system. This Red Hat Academy course helps to prepare students for the Red Hat certification exams using a hands-on, task-focused curriculum.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CIS126RH, or permission of Instructor.

Class Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructor Availability
31973
Dobson Campus

BA 10W

Hybrid
Lecture/Lab
03/17/2025 – 05/09/2025

Spring Flex Start

MoWe
12:00 PM – 3:30 PM

Staff

Open

11 of 20
Seats Available

Notes: Hybrid classes include face-to-face format on campus at the time listed in the class schedule. The other part will be held online either without a set time to attend or a Live Online session. Students enrolling in a hybrid class acknowledge they already possess the skills described in the Minimum Computer and Technology Requirements at https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

This course will be taught with multiple attendance options. Contact your instructor for more information.

Class 31973 8 GB USB flash drive recommended.

Class 31973 Students may contact the instructor at: jack.files@mesacc.edu

Class Fee: $10.00

CIS260BI Data Visualization: Power Business Intelligence (BI) 3 Credits

This data visualization course covers the graphic representation of data and how to effectively and efficiently communicate it from singular and disparate data sources using Power Business Intelligence (BI). Helps students prepare for the Microsoft Power BI Data Analyst certification.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CIS114DE, and (CIS215 or CIS214DA), and (CIS276DA or CIS276DB), or permission of Instructor.

Class Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructor Availability
31763

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture/Lab
03/17/2025 – 05/09/2025

Spring Flex Start

Alex Lowell Ross

Open

3 of 24
Seats Available

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.

Class 31763 Students may contact the instructor at: alex.ross@mesacc.edu

Class Fee: $30.00

CIS260TB Data Visualization: Tableau 3 Credits

This data visualization course covers the graphic representation of data and how to effectively and efficiently communicate it from singular and disparate data sources using Tableau. Helps students prepare for the Tableau Certified Data Analyst certification.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CIS114DE, and (CIS215 or CIS214DA), and (CIS276DA or CIS276DB), or permission of Instructor.

Class Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructor Availability
31764

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture/Lab
03/17/2025 – 05/09/2025

Spring Flex Start

Kazuaki Kashihara

Open

4 of 24
Seats Available

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.

Class 31764 Students may contact the instructor at: kazuaki.kashihara.phd@mesacc.edu

Class Fee: $30.00

CIS270 Essentials of Network and Information Security 3 Credits

Threats to security of information systems; responsibilities and basic tools for information security, including communication security, infrastructure security, organizational security and basic cryptography. Introduction to the language of network security and hardware, software and firmware components of an information security system for local, metropolitan, enterprise, and wide area networks. Helps prepare participants for the Comptia Security+ exam and the GIAC Security Essentials Certificate (GSEC).

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in BPC270 or CIS190 or CNT140AB or MST150++ or permission of Instructor.

Class Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructor Availability
28851

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture/Lab
03/17/2025 – 05/09/2025

Spring Flex Start

Shane M Sexton

Open

10 of 24
Seats Available

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class Meets for Second Eight (8) Weeks

Class 28851 Students may contact instructor at: timothy.campbell@mesacc.edu

Class Fee: $20.00

CIS276DB SQL Server Database 3 Credits

A broad overview of the Microsoft Structured Query Language (SQL) Server database. Includes SQL instruction for data definition, data manipulation, and data retrieval. Develops knowledge and skills required to install SQL Server, model and create new databases, manage users, authentication, and stored procedures, and develop backup/restore strategies.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CIS105, or CIS117DM, or permission of Instructor.

Class Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructor Availability
28871

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture/Lab
03/17/2025 – 05/09/2025

Spring Flex Start

Derek Rushing

Open

1 of 24
Seats Available

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Students must have access to a computer running Windows 10 or Windows 11.

Students may contact instructor at:derek.rushing@mesacc.edu

CIS298AC Special Projects 3 Credits

Organized and tailored around the interests and needs of the individual student. Structured to provide an atmosphere of individualized research and study paralleled by professional expertise and guidance. Professional-type facilities and equipment available for student use. Allows the best aspects of independent study and individualized learning to be combined to maximize student development.

Prerequisites: Permission of Program Director or Instructor.

Class Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructor Availability
33018

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lab
03/17/2025 – 05/09/2025

Spring Flex Start

Matthew Ryan Tenaglia

Open

7 of 10
Seats Available

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 33018 Students may contact instructor at: matthew.tenaglia@mesacc.edu

CIS314 Data Privacy and Integrity 3 Credits

Overview of data privacy and data integrity, history, concepts, and terminology, and the importance of each in the analytics and programming professions. Discussion of international, national, state and local regulations and guidelines pertaining to data privacy and data integrity. Use of office application software and current technology. Exploration of relevant and emerging regulations, guidelines, and technologies.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CIS215 or permission of Instructor.

Class Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructor Availability
31767

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture/Lab
03/17/2025 – 05/09/2025

Spring Flex Start

Angeline Surber

Open

7 of 24
Seats Available

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.

Class 31767 Students may contact the instructor at: angeline.surber@mesacc.edu

Class Fee: $30.00

CIS318 Predictive Analytics 3 Credits

Study of predictive analytics and how to apply statistical tools and methods on historical and current datasets and multi-domain cases previously analyzed for the purposes of yielding accurate inferential and predictive analytic results. Apply advanced and emergent statistical tools and methods, while modeling practices and processes, that facilitate the maturation of organizational analytic capabilities toward a desired future state. Predict analytical outcomes that are repeatable, and consistent with hypotheses, which lead to improved business decisions.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CIS215, CIS256, CIS256DA, CIS316 and GBS220, or permission of Instructor.

Class Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructor Availability
31775

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture/Lab
03/17/2025 – 05/09/2025

Spring Flex Start

Michael Biesiada

Open

6 of 24
Seats Available

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.

Class 31775 Students may contact the instructor at michael.biesiada@mesacc.edu

Class Fee: $30.00

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