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Course Descriptions
CS125P Presentation Applications:
Microsoft PowerPoint
3 credits (3 lec hrs/wk)
This course covers the use of microcomputer
presentation software for the development of electronic
presentations. Using word processing skills and
presentation theories, students will learn to develop
professional-looking and effective presentations complete
with outline, speaker notes, and audience handouts.
Prerequisite: CS101 with a “C” or better.
Concurrent: CIS0593.
CS125S Spreadsheet Applications
3 credits (3 lec hrs/wk)
This course will introduce the beginning and intermediate
concepts, terminology, and application of spreadsheet
technology. The student will learn the common features
of spreadsheet software, its application to many business
uses, problem solving techniques, and issues involved in
choosing and installing spreadsheet software. It will use
one or more commercially available spreadsheet
software packages.
Prerequisite: CS101 with a “C” or better.
Concurrent: CIS0593.
CS125W Word Processing Applications:
Microsoft
3 credits (3 lec, hrs/wk)
This course familiarizes students with the use of
microcomputers for word processing applications at
a professional level. This course will introduce the
concepts, terminology, and application of word
processing technology. The student will learn the
common features of word processing software, its
application to many business uses, elements of style,
and the issues involved in choosing and installing word
processing software.
Prerequisite: CS101 with a “C” or better.
Concurrent: CIS0593.
CS125WE Web Editor Applications
3 credits (2 lec, 2 lec-lab hrs/wk)
This course introduces beginning and intermediate skills
to effectively use one or more contemporary web editors.
It addresses the major concepts associated with website
assessment, design, development, publishing, and
maintenance. Emphasis is placed on developing user
friendly and maintainable sites.
Prerequisite: CS101 with a “C” or better.
Concurrent: CIS0593.
CS133VB Computer Language I - Visual Basic
4 credits (3 lec, 2 lec-lab hrs/wk)
Introduces the Visual Basic programming language to
learn fundamental programming techniques. Emphasizes
structured and object oriented design and writing of
programs to solve business and/or mathematical
problems. Students will learn problem solving, procedural
programming, develop a graphical user interface, and
work with events and objects.
Prerequisite: CS101 with a “C” or better.
Concurrent: CIS0593.
CS133WS Computer Language I - Client-side
Web Scripting
4 credits (3 lec, 2 lec-lab hrs/wk)
CS133WS is an introductory computer programming
course as well as an intermediate web design course.
The purpose is to introduce the basic concepts of
developing an interactive website with the use of a
client-side scripting language, emphasizing concepts of
good website design and construction. Beginning and
intermediate scripting language topics covered may
include algorithm development, functions, decisions,
repetition, windows and frame manipulation, interactive
forms, and an introduction to cookies. A working
knowledge of HTML coding is required to be successful
in this course.
Prerequisite: CS125H.
Concurrent: CIS0593.
CS135DB Advanced Database Applications
3 credits (3 lec hrs/wk)
This course will explore relational database theory and
structured program development. Includes design,
development, testing, implementation, and
documentation of database management systems in a
microcomputer DBMS environment. Topics include
designing complex reports, customizing forms with
advanced form techniques, changing and customizing
tables, creating and using macros, creating and using an
application system, and creating and maintaining an
online database
Prerequisite: CS125DB with a “C” or better.
Concurrent: CIS0593.
CS135W Advanced Word Processing:
Desktop Publishing
3 credits (3 lec hrs/wk)
Use of microcomputer word processing software for
desktop publishing. Using word processing skills and
design/layout theories, students will learn how to develop
professional-looking and effective publications.
Prerequisite: CS125W with a “C” or better.
Concurrent: CIS0593.
CS140 Introduction to Operating Systems
3 credits (3 lec hrs/wk)
This course introduces the student to the theory and
operation of microcomputer operating systems. It will
include disk and file handling techniques, common
utilities, security issues, minor hardware installation and
maintenance, and the use of networks. It will use one or
more commercially available operating systems,
including Windows XP.
Prerequisite: CS101 with a “C” or better.
Concurrent: CIS0593.
Southwestern Oregon Community College 2006-07 Catalog www.socc.edu Course Descriptions 155