CIS 100 - Computer Information Systems Foundations

5.0 Credits
Covers the application of computing technologies in managing a business and solving operational problems. Careers in CIS will be explored, along with training on common productivity suites and applications used in support of business functions and information technology departments.
Prerequisite Placement into AENGL 93 or ENGLP 93 or equivalent.
Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Engage in a self-assessment of IT career interests to determine compatible, realistic career paths, and academic plans.
Demonstrate entry-level proficiency in common workplace technologies and applications including Microsoft 365 and Google Apps.
Develop professional quality reports and presentations for technical projects including project timelines and spreadsheet analysis.
Demonstrate entry-level proficiency in database technology.
Explore the history of computing technology
Analyze, evaluate, and discuss technical and ethical issues in using computing technology.

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