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  • CIS 108: Introduction to Computers & Programming Concepts

    3.00 Credits
    Luzerne County Community College

    Principles of computing associated with electronic information processing and its utilization are presented. Hardware and software, input-output techniques, storage techniques, data communications, internet, web design, networking concepts and programming are studied to acquaint students with the latest methods used to accumulate, process, store and interpret data. Topics in databases, computer ethics, privacy and security, current events and systems analysis will also be covered.
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  • CIS 110: Computer Literacy & Applications

    3.00 Credits
    Luzerne County Community College

    This course is designed to introduce students to computer concepts and technologies used for communication, problem-solving, decision-making and personal productivity. Topics covered include the current Microsoft Office suite in word processing, spreadsheets, databases and presentation software; the Internet, electronic communications, and the social, legal and ethical issues related to technology.
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  • CIS 111: Word Processing With MS Word

    3.00 Credits
    Luzerne County Community College

    This course is designed to provide students with the most important concepts of word processing using Microsoft Office Word. The course first covers the basics of file management and the most important elements of the newest Microsoft Office interface. Students will learn how to create, edit, and format documents and multiple-page reports. Students will also learn desktop publishing, mail merge, and Web page creation. In the last portion of the course, students will learn advanced techniques, such as automating your work and using advanced on-screen forms.
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  • CIS 112: Spreadsheet Analysis Using Microsoft Excel

    3.00 Credits
    Luzerne County Community College

    This course is designed to provide students with the most important concepts of spreadsheets using Microsoft Office Excel. The course first covers the basics of file management and the most important elements of the newest Microsoft Office interface. Students will learn how to create and format a workbook and work with formulas, functions, charts, and graphics. Students will also learn PivotTables and PivotCharts, advanced formulas and functions, and how to manage multiple worksheets. In the last portion of the course, students will learn advanced techniques, such as financial and what-if analyses, external data usage, and Visual Basic Application integration.
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  • CIS 114: Database Analysis With Microsoft Access

    3.00 Credits
    Luzerne County Community College

    This course is designed to provide students with the most important concepts of databases using Microsoft Office Access. The course first covers the basics of file management and the most important elements of the newest Microsoft Office interface. Students will learn how to create and build databases and define table structures. Students will also learn to maintain and query databases, create and use forms and reports, and enhance databases with advanced tools. In the last portion of the course, students will learn how to integrate, analyze, and automate tasks.
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  • CIS 116: Presentation Design Using Powerpoint

    3.00 Credits
    Luzerne County Community College

    This course is designed to provide students with the most important presentation concepts using Microsoft Office PowerPoint. The course first covers the basics of file management and the most important elements of the newest Microsoft Office interface. Students will learn how to create a presentation, including how to apply and modify text and graphic objects. Students will also learn how to add special effects, integrate presentations with other Microsoft Office applications, and how best to collaborate with others on a presentation. In the last portion of the course, students will learn advanced techniques, such as applying advanced effects and creating special types of presentations.
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  • CIS 118: Computer Applications for Science Majors

    2.00 Credits
    Luzerne County Community College

    This course is designed to introduce science majors to spreadsheets and presentation software. Students will use math operations, functions, statistics and graphs to analyze and display data. Basic scientific application problems will be solved. Students will also create presentations to report their scientific findings.
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  • CIS 121: Operating Systems I

    3.00 Credits
    Luzerne County Community College

    This course introduces students to common desktop and server operating systems. Topics include graphical user interfaces (GUI), file management, and storage management for each OS covered. Through lecture and hands-on exercises, students will interact with each OS and configure servers. File sharing, web, and application servers will be discussed and implemented.
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  • CIS 131: Mobile Design and Concepts

    3.00 Credits
    Luzerne County Community College

    This course provides an overview of how the mobile ecosystem works, how it differs from other mediums, and how to design products for the mobile context. Special emphasis will be placed on the design and development of applications among a wide variety of wireless devices. Topics covered include the Mobile Ecosystem, Designing for Context, Developing Mobile Strategies, Types of Mobile Applications, Mobile Information Architecture, Mobile Design, Adapting to Devices, Making Money in Mobile, and Supporting Devices.
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  • CIS 135: iOS Development I

    3.00 Credits
    Luzerne County Community College

    In this course, students will learn to develop applications for mobile devices, specifically those running iOS. Apple's iOS operating system is one of the two most common mobile operating systems. iOS currently runs on Apple's iPhone, iPad, iPod Touch, and Apple TV devices. Topics covered include iOS Development, XCode and the Simulator, Cocoa Touch, Interface Builder, MVC Development Concepts, GUI Components, Multiview Applications, Tab Bars and Toolbars, Storing and Retrieving Application Preferences, Reading and Writing Data and Loading and Unloading Data.
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