Tax reporting for payroll, sales, and personal property. Prerequisites: None.

Fundamental theory of accounting principles and procedures. Prerequisites: None.

Continuation of the fundamental theory of accounting principles and procedures, including interpretation of general purpose financial statements. Prerequisites: ACC111 with a grade of "C" or better, or permission of Department or Division.

Understanding of fundamental accounting principles and mastery of an accounting information systems including the general ledger, accounts receivable, accounts payable and payroll. Prerequisites: None.

Theory and practice of accounting for individual taxation. Prerequisites: None.

Introduction to theory and practice in the preparation and interpretation of general purpose financial statements. Prerequisites: None.

Development and analysis of accounting information for managerial planning and control. Prerequisites: A grade of "C" or better in (ACC111 and ACC112), or ACC211, and (CIS105 or permission of Department or Division).

Continuation of the theory and practice of financial accounting, applicable to assets, liabilities, equity related problems of income determination and financial reporting. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ACC212 or ACC240 or permission of Department or Division.

Theory and practice of accounting for personal, corporate, and non-corporate taxation. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ACC111 or ACC211 or permission of Department or Division.

Federal income tax representation, practices, and procedures, including trust and estate income tax, exempt organizations, and retirement plans. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ACC121 or ACC221.

Introduction to business and personal computer operations and usage. Software applications for analyzing and solving business problems including word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation graphics. Prerequisites: None.

Mastery of essential microcomputer keyboarding skills. Emphasis on touch typing of alphabetic and numeric keys and symbols. Prerequisites: None.

Use of hardware maintenance knowledge and skills to refurbish used computers. A grade of C or better required in all Prerequisites. Prerequisites or Corequisites: BPC170 or permission of instructor. Course Notes: BPC171 may be repeated for a total of three (3) credit hours.

Explore advanced technical aspects of maintaining and servicing computers. Emphasis placed on OS installation, maintenance, mobile devices, security, software troubleshooting, and on proper usage of tools, safety procedures, and professionalism. Helps prepare students for the CompTIA A+ examinations. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CIS105 or permission of Instructor.

Examines skills, tools and strategies necessary for becoming a computer help-desk or end-user support professional. Prerequisites: None.

Identify and explain social media and Web 2.0 technologies for personal, academic, professional, and business applications. Create and maintain accounts on various sites to socialize, write, and share multimedia, while understanding the related ethics, privacy and security issues. Prerequisites: None. Course Notes: Students must be 13 years or older to enroll in CIS103 as students are required to create social media accounts for course participation.

Overview of computer technology, concepts, terminology, and the role of computers in business and society. Discussion of social and ethical issues related to computers. Use of word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation software. Includes uses of application software and the Internet for efficient and effective problem solving. Exploration of relevant emerging technologies. Prerequisites: None.

Ethical issues that arise as a result of increasing use of computers, and the responsibilities of those who work with computers, either as computer science professionals or end users. Critical inquiry and review of ethical challenges in information technology business, including professional and corporate responsibility, government regulation, fiduciary responsibilities of information, infringement of intellectual property, security risk assessment, Internet crime, identity theft, employee surveillance, privacy, compliance, social networking, and the ethics of IT corporations. Prerequisites: None.

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.

Computer spreadsheet skills for solving business problems using Excel, including calculations, forecasting, projections, macro programming, database searching, extraction, linking, statistics, and matrix manipulation. Production of graphs and reports. Project design using multiple, integrated spreadsheets. Prerequisites: None.

Introduction to Microsoft Access. Emphasis on features, design, and database management. Prerequisites: None. Course Notes: CIS117DM combines the contents of CIS117AM, CIS117BM and CIS117CM. CIS117DM may be repeated for a total of nine (9) credit hours.

Use of PowerPoint to produce professional-quality presentation visuals with animation and sound. Prerequisites: None.

Use of Oracle tools and methodologies to fulfill real-world business information requirements. Hands-on exercises for designing, creating, and maintaining database structures to store, retrieve, update, and display data in a relational database using the SQL programming language. Creating and maintaining database objects. Advanced retrieval techniques. A grade of C or better required in all Prerequisites. Prerequisites or Corequisites: CIS105 or permission of Instructor.

Basic administrative tasks performed by a database administrator (DBA). Conceptual understanding and hands-on applications of the Oracle database architecture and interaction of its components. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CIS119DO, or permission of Instructor. (CIS126++ or CIS121++ or MST152++) is recommended.

Provides students with the knowledge and skills to use Adobe Illustrator graphics software on a computer. Basic foundation course in the use of electronic techniques to create, manipulate, and edit images, text, abstract art, graphics design, color graphics and business charts; determine file formats appropriate for web and print; utilize tools to optimize graphics and create a PDF file. Prerequisites: None.

Focuses on entry-level skill expectations for digital animation using Adobe Animate. Covers basic animation techniques used in the creation, manipulation, and editing of animation graphics. Prepares students for the Adobe certifications related to Adobe Animate. Prerequisites: None.

Focuses on entry-level skills and knowledge for digital imaging using Adobe Photoshop. Prepares students for the Adobe Certifications related to Photoshop. Prerequisites: None.

Use of the Microsoft command line interface: basic concepts, internal and external commands, subdirectories, and editor. Prerequisites: None.

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.

Day-to-day command line administration tasks of Microsoft Windows. PowerShell used to create scripts to administer Microsoft windows environment. Prerequisites: None. MST150++ suggested but not required.

Introduction to the Linux Operating system. Develop knowledge and skills required to install, configure and troubleshoot a Linux-based workstation including basic network functions. Learn basic command line and Graphical User Interface (GUI) desktop environment utilities and applications. Fundamental abilities to achieve the entry-level industry certification covered. Prerequisites: None.

Introduction to core administration skills needed to manage a Red Hat Enterprise Linux system. This Red Hat Academy course helps prepare for the Red Hat certification exams using a hands-on, task-focused curriculum. Prerequisites: None.

Overview of the Internet/World Wide Web (WWW) and its resources. Hands-on experience with various Internet/WWW resource discovery, information retrieval, and social media tools. Design and Development of multi-page websites using current Hyper Text Markup Language (HTML) and Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) standards. Prerequisites: None.

Structured and Object-Oriented design and logic tools. Use of computer problems to demonstrate and teach concepts using an appropriate programming language. A grade of C or better required in all Prerequisites. Prerequisites or Corequisites: CIS105 or permission of Instructor.

Introduction to object-oriented game development, game design, and game theory. Use of computer software to demonstrate and teach concepts using an appropriate game development platform to model real-time simulations and create computer games using object oriented tools. Introduction to developing PC games, educational software, and training software using windows based object oriented developments tools. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CIS105 or permission of Instructor.

Top-down, systematic approach to defining a database design based on analysis of business information and requirements. Identifying and evaluating standard data model and design patterns. Developing an entity-relationship (ER) diagram that accurately reflects the business. Mapping the ER diagram to an initial database design and revising for complex entities, attributes, and relationships. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CIS105 or permission of Instructor.

Introduction to Python programming. Includes general concepts, program design, development, data types, operators, expressions, flow control, functions, classes, input and output operations, debugging, structured programming, and object-oriented programming. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CIS105 or permission of Instructor.

Use of the Visual Basic programming language to solve problems using suitable examples from business or other disciplines. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CIS105 or permission of Instructor.

Beginning C programming. Includes features needed to construct programs, functions, pointers, input and output options, data types, structures, and unions, and disk file operations. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CIS105 or permission of Instructor.

Introduction to C++ programming including general concepts, program design, development, data types, operators, expressions, flow control, functions, classes, input and output operations, debugging, structured programming, and object-oriented programming. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CIS105 or permission of Instructor.

Introduction to C# programming including general concepts, program design, development, data types, operators, expressions, flow control, functions, classes, input and output operations, debugging, structured programming, and object-oriented programming. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CIS105 or permission of Instructor.

Introduction to Java programming. Includes features needed to construct Java Applets, Java Applications, control structures, methods, arrays, character and string manipulation, graphics, and object-oriented programming. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CIS105 or permission of Instructor.

Writing PL/SQL procedures, functions, and packages. Creating and managing PL/SQL program units and database triggers in Oracle development environment. Managing dependencies and manipulating large objects. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CIS119DO, or permission of the Instructor.

Introduction to iOS device programming utilizing the XCode application, and the programming languages Objective-C and/or Swift, utilizing various iOS frameworks. Understand iOS hardware and feature basics. Go through the entire design process from concept to final product delivery. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CIS150++, or CIS156, or CIS159, or CIS162++, or CIS163AA, or permission of Instructor.

Beginning with an overview of Android features, this class explores the required software tools and programming techniques for developing Android device applications from creating the user interface, working with activities, intents and views, to using databases, providing data persistence, accessing device services, to debugging and publishing applications. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CIS150++, or CIS156, or CIS159, or CIS162++, or CIS163AA, or permission of Instructor.

Introduction to basic JavaScript programming concepts including syntax. Covers Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), programming logic and debugging, as well as forms manipulation and animation. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CIS133DA or permission of Instructor.

Overview of networks. Emphasis on the elements of a network, current issues and products, and use of a network. Includes terminology, hardware and software components, connectivity, resource monitoring and sharing, electronic mail and messaging, and security issues. Helps prepare students for the CompTIA Network+ examination. Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: CIS105 or permission of Instructor.

Using advanced word processing software features to perform tasks such as mail merge, collaboration, web pages, math functions, macros, photo enhancements, graphics, tables, forms and manage long documents. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CIS113DE or (CIS113AE and CIS113BE and CIS113CE), or permission of Instructor.

Advanced Excel spreadsheet features including formatting techniques, macros and Visual Basic for applications. Templates, built-in functions and lists as well as analysis tools including Pivot Tables and Goal Seek covered. Import and export data, workgroup collaboration and Internet features of Excel emphasized. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CIS114DE, or permission of Instructor.

Advanced database concepts including database design, primary and secondary key selection and relationships between tables. Queries, sub forms, macros, events, Visual Basic modules and Access Internet features also covered. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CIS117DM or CIS117CM.

Methodologies and notations for fundamental object-oriented analysis and design including use cases, objects, classes, stereotypes, and relationships. Object-oriented iterative process for system development. A continuous application development exercise for applying the analysis and design concepts. Prerequisites: Any programming language or permission of Instructor.

Plan, design and create web sites using HTML and Advanced Cascading Style Sheets (CSS). Expedite the development process using CSS frameworks and libraries. Enhance user experience and web site functionality using supporting technologies. Exploration of User Interface (UI) and User Experience (UX), best practices, accessibility, strategies, and careers in web design and development. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CIS133DA or permission of Instructor.

Introduction to Electronic Commerce on the Internet. Designing an electronic storefront including web page content and development, e-commerce site marketing, advertisement, legal and security considerations, credit card and other debit transaction covered. Also includes current issues in e-commerce. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CIS133DA or permission of Instructor.

Managing Linux Operating Systems including sophisticated manipulation of file structures, backup systems, printing processes, troubleshooting, user account management, hard disk maintenance and configuration, process monitoring and prioritizing, kernel customization, and system resource control. Preparation for industry certifications such as the CompTIA Linux+, the Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA), the Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE) and the Linux Professional Institute (LPIC-1). Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CIS126DL or CIS126RH or permission of Instructor.

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.

Linux Shell Scripting syntax and methods including the automation of system tasks as well as interpreted user-level programming. Course includes the Linux Borne Again Shell (BASH) as well as a variety of industry competitors. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CIS238DL or CIS238RH or permission of Instructor.

In depth networking based on Linux servers and the Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) protocol suite. Integrating Linux servers and workstations into a network environment with multi-platform network operating systems including a variety of open-standard and proprietary protocols. Preparation for industry certifications such as the CompTIA Linux+, the Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA), the Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE) and the Linux Professional Institute (LPIC-1). Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CIS238DL or permission of Instructor.

Provides solid understanding of how to automate services on a Linux system. Covers use of Ansible to automate provisioning, configuration, application deployment, and orchestration on Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8. Content aligns with the Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE - EX294) exam, a professional certification. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CIS238RH or permission of Instructor.

The study of business information systems and its management, communication, e-business strategies, emerging technologies, database concepts, and project management. Overview of systems analysis and design. Learn about the competitive and strategic uses of information systems and how they are transforming organizations and their management. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CIS105.

Use of the Visual Basic programming language to identify and solve advanced problems using suitable examples from business or other disciplines. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CIS159, or permission of Instructor.

Intermediate Java programming. Includes features needed to construct object-oriented programming, multithreading, multimedia, files, streams and data structure. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CIS163AA or permission of Instructor.

Implementing in-depth security methods and techniques in a Linux-based network environment. Utilize programs, utilities and configuration techniques to provide user-level, file system, and network security. Gain knowledge in a variety of security cracking techniques and how to guard against them. In all aspects of security, the standard of practicing professional ethics seriously emphasized. Preparation for industry certifications such as the SAIR/GNU LCP and LCA certificates, CompTIA's Linux+, RHCT, RHCE, and LPIC. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CIS240DL or permission of Instructor.

Work experience in business or industry. Prerequisites: Permission of Instructor.

Work experience in business or industry. Prerequisites: Permission of Instructor.

Work experience in business or industry. Prerequisites: Permission of Instructor.

Work-college experiences that involve the combined efforts of educators and employers to accomplish an outcome related to the career objectives of the students. Prerequisites: Completion of at least twelve (12) college credits, minimum 2.6 grade point average and be able to obtain a position related to student's academic or career goals (student's present job may qualify) or permission of Instructor. Corequisites: Must be concurrent in at least one class which is related to student's major or career interest or with permission of the Instructor.

Work-college experiences that involve the combined efforts of educators and employers to accomplish an outcome related to the career objectives of the students. Prerequisites: Completion of at least twelve (12) college credits, minimum 2.6 grade point average and be able to obtain a position related to student's academic or career goals (student's present job may qualify) or permission of Instructor. Corequisites: Must be concurrent in at least one class which is related to student's major or career interest or with permission of the Instructor.

Provides a detailed overview of cloud concepts, Amazon Web Services (AWS) core services, security, architecture, pricing, and support. Intended for students who seek an overall understanding of cloud computing concepts, independent of specific technical roles. Helps to prepare students for the AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner exam. Prerequisites: None. CIS105 suggested but not required.

Fundamentals of building IT infrastructure on Amazon Web Services (AWS). Focus on how to optimize use of the AWS Cloud by understanding AWS services and best practices for the AWS Cloud and how they fit into cloud-based solutions. Covers design patterns for architecting optimal IT solutions on AWS, as well as strategies and services implemented on AWS. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CLD110 or permission of Instructor.

Focus on the architecture, structure, functions, components, and models of the Internet and other computer networks. Principles and structure of IP addressing and the fundamentals of Ethernet concepts, media, and operations are introduced. Students will build simple LANs, perform basic configurations for routers and switches, and implement IP addressing schemes. Preparation for Cisco certification examination. Prerequisites: None.

Focus on configuring switches and routers for use in small and medium size networks. Including Virtual Local Area Networks (VLANs), VLAN trunking, Inter-VLAN routing, Spanning Tree Protocol (STP), EtherChannel, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), First Hop Redundancy, Local area Network (LAN) and Switch security, and Static routing. Knowledge and skills needed to implement a Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) is also covered. Preparation for Cisco certification examination. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CNT140AB or permission of Instructor.

Focus on the configuration of routers and switches within small and medium size networks for advanced functionality including Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Network security, Access Control Lists (ACLs), Network Address Translation (NAT), Wide Area Network (WAN) concepts, Virtual Private Networks (VPNs), Quality of Service (QOS), network management, design, troubleshooting, virtualization, and automation. Preparation for Cisco certification examination. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CNT150AB or permission of Instructor.

Applications of Cisco Networking technologies in designing and implementing security solutions to reduce risk of revenue loss and vulnerability. Hands-on experience and skills in security policy design and management, security technologies, products and solutions, secure firewall design, installation, configuration and maintenance, Authentication, Authorization, and Accounting (AAA), Failover, and Virtual Private Network (VPN) implementation using firewalls. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CNT160AB or permission of Instructor.

Associate-level knowledge and skills required to secure Cisco networks. Development of a security infrastructure, identification of threats and vulnerabilities to networks. Mitigation of security threats. Core security technologies. Installation, troubleshooting and monitoring of network devices to maintain integrity, confidentiality and availability of data and devices. Competency in the technologies that Cisco uses in its security structure. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CNT160AB, or Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification, or permission of Instructor.

Associate-level knowledge and skills required in Cisco wireless networks. Includes comprehensive hands-on labs to design, plan, implement, operate, secure, and troubleshoot wireless networks. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CNT160AB or permission of Instructor. Course Notes: Prepares students to earn Cisco Certified Network Associate Wireless (CCNA Wireless) designation by taking the Implementing Cisco Unified Wireless Networks Essentials (IUWNE) exam.

Concepts of problem solving, structured programming in C++, fundamental algorithms and techniques, and computer system concepts. Social and ethical responsibilities. Intended for majors other than Computer Science. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MAT095, or MAT096, or MAT114, or MAT115, or MAT12+, or an appropriate District placement for MAT15+ or higher, or permission of Instructor or Department/Division Chair.

Concepts of problem-solving, structured and object-oriented programming in Java, fundamental algorithms and techniques and computer system concepts. Social and ethical responsibilities. Intended for Computer Science and Computer Systems Engineering majors. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MAT095, or MAT096, or MAT114, or MAT115, or MAT12+, or an appropriate District placement for MAT15+ or higher, or permission of Instructor or Department/Division Chair.

Concepts of problem-solving, structured and object-oriented programming in Java, fundamental algorithms and techniques and computer system concepts. Social and ethical responsibilities. Intended for Computer Science and Computer Systems Engineering majors. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MAT095, or MAT096, or MAT114, or MAT115, or MAT12+, or an appropriate District placement for MAT15+ or higher, or permission of Instructor or Department/Division Chair.

Number systems, conversion methods, binary and complement arithmetic, Boolean switching algebra and circuit minimization techniques. Analysis and design of combinational logic, flip-flops, simple counters, registers, ROMs, PLDs, synchronous and asynchronous sequential circuits, and state reduction techniques. Building physical circuits. Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: CSC100 or CSC110 or permission of Instructor or Division or Department Chair.

Introduction to computers and technology and their impact on society. Explores technology, current topics in computing, applications and related issues. Students gain fluency in integrating technology to solve problems using computational thinking. Use of application software to create documents, spreadsheets, databases, e- mail and text files, and use of Internet browsers. Prerequisites: None.

Introduction to computers and technology and their impact on society. Explores technology, current topics in computing, applications and related issues. Students gain fluency in integrating technology to solve problems using computational thinking. Use of application software to create documents, spreadsheets, databases, e- mail and text files, and use of Internet browsers. Prerequisites: None.

Introduction to systematic definition of problems, solution formulation, and testing. Visual BASIC programming language applied to problems in mathematics, science, and business. Prerequisites: None.

Introduction to systematic definition of problems, solution formulation, and testing. Visual BASIC programming language applied to problems in mathematics, science, and business. Prerequisites: None.

Introduction to object-oriented program analysis, design, and development using Visual C#.NET. Includes general concepts, data types, expressions, flow control, methods, classes, arrays, event-driven models, Windows applications, and Web applications. Prerequisites: None.

Covers Object-Oriented design and programming; elementary data structures; arrays; lists; stacks; queues; binary trees; recursion; searching and sorting algorithms. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CSC110 or permission of Instructor.

Introduction to procedural programming (C/C++) and hardware description language (VHDL). Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in (CSC/EEE120 and CSC205), or permission of Instructor or Division or Department Chair.

Assembly language programming including input/output (I/O) programming and exception/interrupt handling. Register-level computer organization, I/O interfaces, assemblers, and linkers. Processor organization and design, data path, control, pipelining, and input/output. Memory organization with cache and virtual memory. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in [(CSC100 or CSC110) and CSC/EEE120], or permission of Instructor or Division or Department Chair.

Introduction to procedural (C/C++), applicative (LISP), and declarative (Prolog) languages.

Introduction to Esports will introduce the business, economics, operations and marketing of the Esports industry. Historical and cultural implications will be examined from the early days of competitive video gaming, to today’s billion dollar industry. Global awareness and diverse cultural viewpoints and trends will be studied as they relate to the Esports industry. This course will introduce students to the numerous business opportunities to work and grow in the dynamic Esports industry. Prerequisites: None.

Reviews planning, organization, development, and evaluation of written and oral communication in business settings, including informative and persuasive messages. Prerequisites: None.

Review of basic arithmetic and application of mathematics to business problems, includes percentage, interest, discount, and markups. Prerequisites: None.

Principles and practices of personal and family financial planning, includes savings, budgeting, credit, buying versus renting, and general principles of consumerism. Prerequisites: None.

Characteristics and activities of current local, national, and international business. An overview of economics, marketing, management and finance. Prerequisites: None.

Legal theories, ethical issues and regulatory climate affecting business policies and decisions. Prerequisites: None.

Business applications of quantitative optimization methods in operations management decisions. Prerequisites: (A grade of C or better in MAT150 or MAT151 or MAT152) or satisfactory District math placement.

Business applications of descriptive and inferential statistics, measurement of relationships, and statistical process management. Includes the use of spreadsheet software for business statistical analysis. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in GBS220 or MAT217 or MAT218.

Internal and external business communications, including verbal and nonverbal techniques. Prerequisites: ENG101 or ENG107 with grade of "C" or better, or permission of Department or Division.

Evaluation of various investment forms including study of inflation, taxation, government securities, stocks and bonds, real estate and retirement plans. Securities industry knowledge and skills for individuals to prepare for careers in Financial Services. Includes capital markets, types of products and their risks, trading, customer accounts, prohibited activities, and regulatory agencies and their functions. Helps to prepare students for the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) Examination required for entry-level positions in the security industry. Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: Concurrent enrollment in GBS261LL recommended but not required. Course Notes: Students interested in taking the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) Examination should also enroll in the GBS261LL Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) Exam Prep course.

Helps to prepare students for the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) Examination required for prospective securities industry professionals. Focuses on reviewing key concepts, practicing skills, and preparing to successfully demonstrate existing knowledge on the SIE certification exam. The course is designed to provide an overview of exam topics and study and test-taking strategies. It also will include structured study time, group discussions, and the use of practice exams to assess test readiness. Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: Concurrent enrollment in GBS261 recommended but not required. Course Notes: GBS261 is recommended for students who are not already employed in the financial services industry and need more in-depth content related to the SIE exam.

A basic overview of international business to introduce students to international trade concepts. Focus of the course is on international business environment issues that influence global business practices, decisions and applications. Prerequisites: None.

Fundamental concepts of information technology security. Topics include authentication methods, access control, cryptography, Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), network attack and defense methods, hardening of operating systems and network devices, securing remote access and wireless technologies and securing infrastructures and topologies. Emphasis on hands-on labs in both the Windows and Linux environments. Builds on thorough understanding of Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and security concepts and Microsoft (MS) Windows and Linux Administration. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CIS126DL, or CIS126RH, or permission of Program Director. Corequisites: BPC270 or MST150++.

Exploration of legal and ethical issues unique to information security. Analysis of professional ethical codes and their application to information security practitioners. Federal and state laws as they relate to information security. Prerequisites: None.

Preparation for the EC-Council Certified Ethical Hacking examination. In-depth exploration of how to effectively protect computer networks from risks ranging from malicious infiltration to cyber-warfare. Includes examination of ethical hacking, relevant tools and methodologies, and its importance to network security. Resources to identify new computer network vulnerabilities and counter security strategies will be discussed as well as an overview of relevant computer crime laws and penalties. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ITS110, or CNT205, or CIS270, or CIS271DB, or CIS272DB, or permission of Instructor.

Development of foundational computer forensic skills. Introduction to preserving, identifying, extracting, interpreting, and documenting computer data as part of a forensically sound analysis. Examination of the physical and logical structure of hard drives. Study of the logical structure of Windows-based file systems and common applications. Introduction to the logical structure of Unix/Linux-based file systems and common applications of commercial forensic tools. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in BPC170 and ITS110 or permission of Instructor.

Advanced computer forensics analysis techniques with commercial tools. Introduction to open-source forensic tools. Emphasis on data recovery from complex applications and media types. Study of the logical structure of Unix/Linux-based file systems. Advanced search techniques. Analysis of unallocated space, compound files, and NTFS artifacts. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ITS291 or permission of Instructor.

Overview of the foundations of supervision and how to get things done within an organization through other people. The functions of planning, organizing, staffing, motivating and controlling presented. Prerequisites: None.

Explores strategies to help improve job performance and develop a service-oriented philosophy. Uses practical training concepts and techniques to demonstrate how superior customer service can lead to competitive advantage and profitability in business. Focuses on both internal and external customers, interactions among people, processes, and systems within the organization and how to integrate these areas into a total quality delivery program. Prerequisites: None.

Covers basic principles of managing quality and performance in organizations. Covers management functions: planning, organizing, leading, and controlling. Emphasizes continual improvement, ethics, and social responsibility. Prerequisites: None.

Covers management concepts and applications for business, industry, and government organizations. Prerequisites: None.

Analysis of motivation, leadership, communications, and other human factors. Cultural differences that may create conflict and affect morale individually and within organizations. Prerequisites: None. MGT101 or MGT175 or MGT229 suggested, but not required.

Starting, organizing, and operating a small business, including location, finance management processes, advertisement and promotion, credit, inventory control and ethics. Prerequisites: None.

Emphasizes public relations techniques used both within and outside the business organization, including operation of a PR counseling firm. Prerequisites: None.

Theory and practice in the use of social media in marketing. Topics may include a history of social media, preparation for social marketing, the power of collective influence, and how to engage with social media. Reviews social mediums, social networks, platforms and other marketing tools used to create a social media campaigns. Prerequisites: None.

Examination of the strategic use of digital and social media marketing platforms and tools for global communication and networking, including analysis of various digital and social media platforms and tools for developing brands, creating professional networks and creating engaging content. Hands-on use of social media platforms and tools to conduct research, develop strategies for creating, integrating, and evaluating social media marketing campaigns, and development of metrics to measure effectiveness. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MKT110.

Introduction to the field of retail sales. Emphasis on customer service and sales techniques. Prerequisites: None.

Retail inventory control procedures. Emphasis on the role of the professional sales associate within a retail company and in the handling of merchandise. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MKT112.

Analyzes and applies the steps and techniques used in personal selling. Highlights the role of the professional sales representative and his/her functions as they relate to the company's mission and customer expectations. Prerequisites: None.

An analysis of the marketing process and environment with regard to the product, pricing, distribution, and communication in order to satisfy buyer needs. Prerequisites: None.

Marketing work experience in a business or industry. 80 hours of designated work per credit. Prerequisites: Permission of Department or Division.

In-depth exploration of how to effectively install and configure Windows 10. Includes features of Windows 10, virtualization improvements, network connectivity, access to resources, monitor and maintain Windows clients and backup and recovery. Designed to prepare students for the Microsoft Windows 10 certification examination. Prerequisites: None. CIS190 or CNT140AB suggested but not required.

In-depth analysis of and individual plan development for the "day-to-day" problems encountered in the operation of a small business. Includes the development of an individual business operations plan including finance, purchasing, production scheduling, maintenance, shipping/receiving,personnel management and insurance/risk management requirements. Investigation of daily problems related to inventory control and business expansion. Prerequisites: None.

Methods and techniques for managing employees in a small business. Includes supervisor's role, leadership styles, interpersonal communications, staff planning, employee work styles, techniques for handling problem employees, and employee motivation. Focuses on real life situations to enable the business owner to gain high performance from their employee team. Includes segment on hiring, new employee orientation, training, benefits, and developing future staffing needs assessment. Prerequisites: None.

Developing and improving customer relations for the small business. Planning and delivering quality customer service. Includes topics on attitude of employees, customer perceptions and motivations, handling customer dissatisfaction, and developing customer, supplier, vendor, and distributor loyalty. Prerequisites: None.

Focuses on "e-Commerce"-doing business on the Internet and planning a web site. Topics include: how the Internet can help growth and success of business; examples of successful marketing on the Internet; availability of Internet services; necessary hardware and software for marketing on the Internet; determining products/services appropriate for Internet marketing; budget constraints and ongoing operations of the Internet site. Prerequisites: None.

An overview of accounting and recordkeeping for the successful management of a small business. Develops an understanding of the accounting cycle and preparation of financial statements. Includes section on tax consequences and the choice of legal entity choice based on taxation. Prerequisites: None.

The study and scientific inquiry of issues and demands placed on business enterprise by owners, customers, government, employees and society. Included are social, ethical and public issues and analysis of the social impact of business responses. Prerequisites: None.