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BCIS 0080 - Introduction to Game Design and Programming
1-180 contact hours
This course will introduce students to game design and programming. No prior experience in programming and graphic design required.
Pass/Fail only
Campus: USU Eastern only
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BCIS 0081 - Introduction to Mobile Application Development
1-180 contact hours
This course introduces students to the fundamentals of mobile application development. Students will learn to design, code and test their own mobile applications.
Pass/Fail only
Campus: USU Eastern only
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BCIS 0090 - Networking Technology
1-180 contact hours
This course includes terminology and networking concepts including design, topology, implementation, cabling, connecting network components, signal transmission and network adapter cards. The OSI and 802 networking models within the network environment teach students how networks send data. Architectures will be included as well as administration, support, security, fault tolerant systems, wide area network and troubleshooting network problems. Prepares the student for exams such as Network+ Certification Exam and qualifies as one exam in the Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA).
Pass/Fail only
Campus: USU Eastern only
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BCIS 0110 - Keyboarding Basics
1-30 contact hours
This course is designed for students to learn or increase their keyboarding ability. Students will learn basic keyboarding techniques and will work towards improving accuracy and or keyboarding speed.
Campus: USU Eastern only
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BCIS 0111 - Keyboarding I
1-30 contact hours
Provides intensive skill building practice using drills and timed writings, which will help students increase speed and accuracy on a computer keyboard. The course covers an introduction to the computer keyboard and keyboarding techniques. 30 nwpm.
Campus: USU Eastern only
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BCIS 0112 - Keyboarding II
1-40 contact hours
This is a continuation of BCIS 0111 and is designed to increase speed and accuracy to a minimum job-market level of 40 nwpm. The course is taught using computers with an emphasis on correct keyboarding techniques. Timings and drills are used to enhance keyboarding skills.
Campus: USU Eastern only
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BCIS 0113 - Keyboarding III
1-50 contact hours
This is a continuation of BCIS 0112 and is designed to increase speed and accuracy to a minimum job-market level of 50 nwpm. The course is taught using computers with emphasis on correct keyboarding techniques. Timed writings and drills are used to enhance keyboarding skills.
Campus: USU Eastern only
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BCIS 0120 - Computer Basics
1-90 contact hours
This course provides a fundamental understanding of computing including knowledge and use of computer hardware, software, and operating systems. The course will cover basic use and common features of applications (word processing, spreadsheet, and database) including internet use and e-mail.
Campus: USU Eastern only
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BCIS 0122 - Computer Fundamentals
1-90 contact hours
This course provides a fundamental understanding of computing including knowledge and use of computer hardware, software, and operating systems. The course will cover basic use and common features of applications (word processing, spreadsheet, and database) including internet use and e-mail.
Campus: USU Eastern only
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BCIS 0140 - Records Management
1-30 contact hours
Covers records retention systems and presents a systematic approach to organizing and controlling paper, image, and computer records through their live cycles.
Campus: USU Eastern only
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BCIS 0231 - Word Processing Applications I
1-90 contact hours
Focuses on basic word processing features used in creating, editing, saving, and retrieving business documents. Practical business applications involving creating and correctly formatting business documents, completing projects and solving problems will be covered.
Campus: USU Eastern only
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BCIS 0232 - Word Processing Applications II
1-90 contact hours
This is a continuation of BCIS 0231 and is designed to provide students with an advanced knowledge of word processing skills.
Campus: USU Eastern only
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BCIS 0241 - Spreadsheet Applications I
1-60 contact hours
This course introduces spreadsheet functions and applications. Students will learn how to design, create, manipulate, calculate, and present data. Students will utilize critical-thinking skills and apply spreadsheet techniques in developing information for business applications.
Campus: USU Eastern only
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BCIS 0242 - Spreadsheet Applications II
1-60 contact hours
This is a continuation of BCIS 0241 and is designed to provide students with advanced knowledge of formatting techniques, spreadsheet functions, analysis tools, and management techniques.
Campus: USU Eastern only
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BCIS 0261 - Database Applications I
1-60 contact hours
Teaches the creation of database and introduces the application of database capabilities for information management and data manipulation. Students will learn how to design, create, manipulate, extract, and present data.
Campus: USU Eastern only
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BCIS 0262 - Database Applications II
1-60 contact hours
This is a continuation of BCIS 0261 and is designed to provide students with advanced skills in database design and creation, data extraction and presentation, database relationships, and data interconnectivity.
Campus: USU Eastern only
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BCIS 0310 - Desktop Publishing
1-90 contact hours
Introduce business application features of desktop publishing. Students will arrange text and graphics to create attractive, professional-looking documents.
Campus: USU Eastern only
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BCIS 0320 - Electronic Presentations
1-60 contact hours
Focuses on electronic presentation software, including designing and creating a presentation, adding visual and audio elements, creating output, and presenting information.
Campus: USU Eastern only
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BCIS 0400 - Emerging Technologies
16 contact hours
If you want to compete in today’s business world, then, it’s important to keep up with technology in order to get the most out of the technology you have, to keep abreast of emerging new technology, and to find the information that will help you make the right buying decisions.
Campus: USU Eastern only
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BCIS 0410 - I Pad Programming
4 contact hours
Participants in this hands-on course will learn about and gain practice developing iOS applications for the full line of Apple mobile devices such as iPad and iPhone. The exercises develop a business-oriented app from the ground up, which eventually incorporates all the major systems and concepts needed for most iOS apps.
Campus: USU Eastern only
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BCIS 0500 - Basic Web Design
90 contact hours
This course is an introduction to creative design for the internet and technologies that are used for websites. It will enable the students to achieve basic understanding of the principles and practice of professional web design and development. It is intended for everybody who enjoys experimenting with creative design for the internet and who wants to learn how to build their own basic website design.
Campus: USU Eastern only
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BCIS 0510 - Web Design
90 contact hours
This course focuses on the design and construction of Internet Web pages. Web page development using HTML and Web page editing software is discussed. All students will have hands-on experience creating and publishing their own Web pages. Word processing and file management skills are strongly recommended.
Campus: USU Eastern only
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BCIS 0520 - Web Design for Business
90 contact hours
This course is an introduction to Web-based business. Students will discuss marketing concepts, design strategies, and technical issues as they relate to Web-based business. Students will have hands-experience creating business Web pages including shopping carts and other interactive elements.
Campus: USU Eastern only
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BCIS 0530 - ASP.NET
45 contact hours
Thousands of businesses have used ASP.NET to build professional, dynamic websites. In this course students will learn the tools needed to build and deploy a dynamic site using ASP.NET. Covering everything from installing and configuring Visual Web Developer or Visual Studio Express for Web and SQL Server Express to creating web form pages. This course is designed to give beginning and intermediate developers hands-on-experience.
Campus: USU Eastern only
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BCIS 0540 - Cloud Computing
30 contact hours
Campus: USU Eastern only
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BCIS 0600 - Introduction to Computers
30 contact hours
This course is very basic. A student is assumed to have no computer skills. Personal computer basics along with basic introduction to Microsoft Word and Excel are included. Basic instruction on the Internet, E-mail, and building a home page.
Campus: USU Eastern only
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BCIS 0610 - Introduction to Word
30 contact hours
This beginning class will teach the student how organize, analyze, and present information using Microsoft Word.
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BCIS 0611 - Advanced Word
30 contact hours
This course is a continuation of the Introduction to Word class; the student will learn the more advanced skills of Microsoft Word.
Campus: USU Eastern only
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BCIS 0620 - Introduction to Excel
30 contact hours
This beginning course will guide the student throughout the basics of setting up and maintaining workbooks to make daily business or home based tasks faster and automated. Some basic computer skills will be needed before starting this course.
Campus: USU Eastern only
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BCIS 0621 - Advanced Excel
30 contact hours
This course is an advanced Course that is a continuation of Introduction to Excel and is designed to provide students with advanced knowledge of formatting techniques, spreadsheet functions, analysis tools, and management techniques.
Campus: USU Eastern only
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BCIS 0630 - Introduction to Access
30 contact hours
Teaches the creation of databases and introduces the application of database capabilities for information management. Students will learn how to design, create, manipulate, extract, and present data.
Campus: USU Eastern only
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BCIS 0631 - Advanced Access
30 contact hours
This course is a continuation of Introduction to Access and is set up to help a student with advanced skills in database design and creation, data extraction and presentation.
Campus: USU Eastern only
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BCIS 0640 - Introduction to PowerPoint
30 contact hours
This course focuses on introducing Power Point presentation software, including designing and creating a presentation, adding visual and audio elements, creating output, and presenting information.
Campus: USU Eastern only
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BCIS 0798 - Special Problems
1-360 contact hours
Individual work approved by the department instructor. Time and membership hours to be arranged.
Campus: USU Eastern only
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BCIS 0799 - Special Problems
1-360 contact hours
Individual work approved by the department instructor. Time and membership hours to be arranged.
Campus: USU Eastern only
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BCIS 0990 - Computer Basics
2 credits
Designed for students with little or no previous computer experience to give them a practical knowledge in using a computer, with emphasis on home use. Concepts covered include keyboard and mouse use, learning the purpose of computer devices, changing computer settings, file management, using the Internet and e-mail, basic word processing, and digital media management.
Campus: Regional Campuses and Distance Education
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BCIS 1000 - Introduction to Computer Science
3 credits
Strictly a lecture class with NO hands-on experience. Class is a survey of computers that covers hardware, software, computer history, computer crime, operating systems, programming languages, and computer networks. A research paper will be required.
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BCIS 1010 - Computer Literacy
3 credits
Course uses the Microsoft Office program to teach students basic word processing, data processing, spreadsheet, graphics, Internet, Windows, and E-mail skills in a business setting. Following the completion of the course, students will be able to use the Microsoft Office program for personal and business use. Business majors refer to BCIS 2010 .
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BCIS 1040 - Introduction to Programming
3 credits
This course introduces computer programming/software engineering and applications. Students learn the fundamentals of computer programming, simple controls and data structures, operating system commands, and text files. Students learn to design, code, and test their own programs, and apply mathematical skills.
Repeatable for credit.
Pass/Fail only.
Campus: USU Eastern only
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BCIS 1081 - Introduction to Mobile Application Development
3 credits
This course introduces students to the fundamentals of mobile application development. Students learn to design, code and test their own mobile applications.
Repeatable for credit.
Pass/Fail only.
Campus: USU Eastern only
This listing includes updates which are effective beginning Summer 2021.
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BCIS 1200 - Introduction to Operating Systems
2 credits
This course will provide you with an understanding of multiple operating systems commonly found in the Information Technology field today. You will learn the theory behind operating systems and some basic to advanced components of each operating system. This course walks you through current hardware and how it interacts with operating systems. You will learn basic functions and design of file systems found in Windows, UNIX/Linux, and Macintosh operating systems. You will also learn techniques to protect users from computer viruses, malware, and spyware.
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BCIS 1300 - Website Design
3 credits
This course focuses on the design and construction of Internet Web pages. Web page development using HTML and Web page editing software is discussed. All students will have hands-on experience creating and publishing their own Web pages. Word processing and file management skills are strongly recommended.
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BCIS 1310 - Digital Image Basics
2 credits
Covers digital camera basics, downloading images, applying some basic touch-up and enhancements using popular software, options for printing your pictures, creating cards, scrapbooks, calendars, screen projects to display on a computer or on a DVD for television, and converting and compressing digital images into appropriate file formats to store and archive correctly.
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BCIS 1340 - Digital Video Production
3 credits
This class covers fundamental theories and practice in computer-based audio and video production, including recording, editing, digitizing audio and video segments utilizing current video-editing programs, and various Internet streaming technologies. Includes lectures, demonstrations, and a project during which each student will set up, shoot, edit and digitize a high-quality video project for computer-based multimedia.
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BCIS 1350 - Interactive Web Design
3 credits
Introduction to the Macromedia Flash multimedia authoring environment. Students will have hands-on experience developing streaming web-based multimedia presentations and websites incorporating animation, sound and graphics. Students will use the Flash scripting language, ActionScript, to add interactivity and functionality to their Flash projects.
Prerequisite/Restriction: or experience in creating web pages
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BCIS 1400 - Word Processing I (WordPerfect)
2 credits
Designed to teach basic word processing techniques, using Corel WordPerfect software. Students will create, format, edit, and print documents. Concepts covered include such topics as basic editing functions, use of writing tools, usage of tabs, file management, and tables. This course is taught as a block course.
Prerequisite/Restriction: or equivalent
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BCIS 1401 - Word Processing II (WordPerfect)
2 credits
Designed for students who have completed . Concepts covered include such topics as columns, merging, sorting, macros and creating outlines. This course is taught as a block course.
Prerequisite/Restriction: or equivalent
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BCIS 1405 - Word Processing
3 credits
This course is designed to teach word processing techniques using Microsoft Word. Students will learn document design and formatting skills as well as advanced word processing skills such as graphic formatting, mail merge, charts and diagrams, tables, and macros.
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BCIS 1406 - Word Processing II (Microsoft Word)
2 credits
Continuation of BCIS 1405. Concepts covered include such topics as creating charts, macros, styles, sorting, creating master documents, creating fill-in forms and mail merge.
Prerequisite/Restriction: or equivalent
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BCIS 1410 - Spreadsheet I (Excel)
3 credits
This course covers spreadsheet operations, including several predefined spreadsheet functions, database functions, advanced functions, financial tools, macros, creating charts and graphs, and other graphic elements.
Prerequisite/Restriction: Instructor permission required
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BCIS 1411 - Spreadsheet II (Excel)
2 credits
Continuation of the class. Covers databases, database functions, tables, graphics, styles, macros, application development, and basic programming techniques.
Prerequisite/Restriction:
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BCIS 1540 - Cloud Computing
1 credit
This course provides an introduction to cloud computing basics. It covers system architecture and available tools for cloud-based options for students and professionals.
Repeatable for credit.
Pass/Fail only.
Campus: USU Eastern only
This listing includes updates which are effective beginning Summer 2021.
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BCIS 1900 - Elementary Typewriting and Keyboarding
1 credit
Designed for students with little or no previous keyboarding experience. Emphasizes fundamental keyboarding skills as well as technique. Touch keyboarding covering the letter, figure and symbol keys.
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BCIS 1901 - Intermediate Keyboarding
2 credits
Designed for students who have had previous keyboarding and computer experience. Designed to significantly improve typing speed and accuracy. Covers how to produce several types of reports, memos, letters, outlines and tables required by specific business offices.
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BCIS 1910 - Speedwriting for Notetaking
4 credits
Teaches students how to increase their writing speed, using an alphabetic shorthand system and a variety of dictation and transcription exercises. Designed for secretarial majors and for students who want to improve their note taking abilities. Helps students increase their punctuation, spelling and word usage skills.
Prerequisite/Restriction: A word processing class (e.g., or ) or prior experience with a word processing program
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BCIS 2010 - Business Computer Applications
3 credits
Designed for business majors and uses the Microsoft Office program. Covers basic word processing, data processing, spreadsheet, graphics, Internet, Windows, and E-mail skills in a business setting. Following the completion of the course, students will be able to use the Microsoft Office program for personal and business use. Transfer students are required to make a “B” or better to transfer this credit.
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BCIS 2210 - Linux and Web Server Administration
3 credits
This course introduces students to the knowledge and skills needed to manage all Linux distributions. Students will also be introduced to the HTTP protocol, Web servers, and clients generally, and the Apache Web server specifically.
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BCIS 2300 - Web Programming
3 credits
This course is a Web Page authoring course designed to give the student the knowledge to design advanced web pages. Graphics, content, layout, and aesthetics will be stressed. Extensive Java scripting, Active X, CSS, XML, and PHP will be used to enhance web page functionality and appearance. Web based forms, data collection and dynamic web pages will also be covered.
Prerequisite/Restriction: or instructor permission
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BCIS 2330 - Business Data Communications and Networking
3 credits
This course places emphasis on business data communications in a LAN and WAN networking environment. It includes network protocols, cable technology, telecommunications standards, security issues, and general telecommunications management issues.
Campus: Statewide Campuses and Distance Education
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BCIS 2340 - Introduction to Multimedia Authoring
3 credits
Uses a popular authoring software package to create an interactive multimedia presentation. Gives students a good start in multimedia development. Introduces students to Macromedia’s Authorware software program. Since the Authorware program is very complex, only the essential functions of the program will be used as a basis for this course. Students will have the opportunity to develop a basic self-directed design module that will include the major components of the software covered during class time. Utilizing Authorware, this course will provide the designer with the core foundations for the development of computed based instruction.
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BCIS 2345 - Multimedia Authoring
2 credits
Focuses on multimedia authoring using the capabilities of Macromedia Director. Covers authoring tools, scripting, Lingo, and other basics. Primary emphasis is hands-on experience with beginning levels of Director. Students work through textbook lessons and create their own multimedia projects.
Corequisite:
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BCIS 2346 - Multimedia Authoring Lab
2 credits
Focuses on the production of interactive multimedia projects using the capabilities of Macromedia Director. A hands-on experience that includes design, audience analysis, project management and delivery. Students work in teams during the term on a single instructional project of their choice.
Corequisite:
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BCIS 2420 - Database I (Access)
2 credits
This course covers the utility and application of the database software Microsoft Access. Students learn database creation, editing, and querying. They create custom forms and reports, and design custom advanced queries for use in Hyperlink Fields and the Internet.
Campus: Statewide Campuses and Distance Education
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BCIS 2421 - Database II (Access)
2 credits
Uses the current version of Microsoft Access and its Visual Basic Environment. Students will create customized menus and programs that could be used as stand-alone data processing applications. Designed for the serious data processing student or for the student who wants to learn Visual Basic Programming. Visual Basic topics covered are variables, modules, functions, subroutines, IF statements, FOR and WHILE loops, SELECT statements, class registry, and error handling.
Prerequisite/Restriction: Computer literacy requirement and , or instructor permission
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BCIS 2422 - Oracle/InterDev
3 credits
Uses Oracle, from the world’s leading database company, to develop database objects that are accessible through the Internet as part of an E-commerce business. Students learn the basics of developing forms, reports, and integrated database applications. The SQL language will be introduced and used to create tables, insert data into tables, and display data from a search.
Prerequisite/Restriction: and some knowledge with programming languages
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BCIS 2430 - Desktop Publishing
2 credits
This course introduces students to the concepts of desktop publishing using Microsoft Publisher. Concepts covered include such topics as creating business cards, letterheads, flyers, brochures and booklets.
Campus: Statewide Campuses and Distance Education
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BCIS 2441 - Graphics for the Web
3 credits
Designed to teach web site design techniques using Photoshop, Image Ready and other popular web graphic design software. Students will create graphics for web sites which includes icons, graphics, background images, bullets, buttons, fonts and banners.
Prerequisite/Restriction: is recommended
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BCIS 2500 - Web Business
3 credits
This course is an introduction to Web-based business. Students will discuss marketing concepts, design strategies, and technical issues as they relate to Web-based business. Students will have hands-experience creating business Web pages including shopping carts and other interactive elements.
Prerequisite/Restriction: BCIS 1300 or previous HTML and web design experience
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BCIS 2550 - Fundamentals of Fortran
3 credits
Introduction to programming using the high-level language FORTRAN 90. Emphasis will be on structured problem solving and algorithm development using control structures, arrays, functions, and subroutines. It is recommended that Engineering students take this class during the Sophomore year.
Prerequisite/Restriction: and
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BCIS 2610 - Administering Windows® Professional
3 credits
Designed to teach fundamental installation, implementation, and configuration management tasks in Microsoft Windows® Professional. Intended for students interested in achieving Microsoft Certified Professional status. Students also earn core credit toward Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer certification.
Prerequisite/Restriction: Previous experience and familiarity with Windows suggested
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BCIS 2611 - Administering Windows® Server
3 credits
Designed to teach fundamental installation, configuration, and administrative management tasks in Microsoft Windows® Server. Intended for students interested in achieving Microsoft Certified Professional status. Students also earn core credit toward Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer certification.
Prerequisite/Restriction:
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BCIS 2612 - Administering Windows® Network Infrastructure
3 credits
Designed to teach Windows® Network Administration in the areas of Domain Naming Service (DNS), Dynamic Host Control Protocol (DHCP), Remote Access, Network Protocols, Windows Internet Naming Service (WINS), Internet Protocol (IP) routing, Address Translation, and Troubleshooting. Intended for students interested in achieving Microsoft Certified Professional status. Students also earn core credit toward Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer certification.
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BCIS 2613 - Implementing Windows® Directory Services Infrastructure
3 credits
Designed to teach Windows® Directory Services Infrastructure. Includes the following areas: Active Directory, Active Directory DNS, Change and Configuration Management, and Active Directory Security. Intended for students interested in achieving Microsoft Certified Professional status. Students also earn core credit toward Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer certification.
Prerequisite/Restriction:
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BCIS 2614 - Designing Windows® Directory Services Infrastructure
3 credits
Designed to teach the design of Windows® Directory Services Infrastructure. Includes doing extensive analysis of business and technical requirements to design appropriate Directory Service Architectures and Service Locations. Intended for students interested in achieving Microsoft Certified Professional status. Students also earn core credit toward Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer certification.
Prerequisite/Restriction: and
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BCIS 2615 - Designing Security for a Windows® Network
3 credits
Designed to teach the designing of security for a Windows® Network. Includes doing extensive analysis of business, technical, and security requirements to design appropriate security for local and wide area networks that use Windows®. Intended for students interested in achieving Microsoft Certified Professional status. Students also earn core credit toward Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer certification.
Prerequisite/Restriction: and
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BCIS 2616 - Managing a Microsoft Windows® Network Environment
3 credits
Course is designed to prepare students for the challenges they will face as a networking professional responsible for administering and supporting Windows network skills that are in high demand in today’s business environment. Students learn how to administer and support a Windows network and prepare for the Microsoft Certified Professional Exam 70-218, a core requirement for MCSA certification and an elective for MCSE. Covers how to: set up client and server computers; manage data storage, shared resources, and permissions; configure network infrastructure, including TCP/IP, DHCP, and name resolution services; install Internet Information Services; create user and group objects, and administer Active Directory services; use group policies to manage desktops and network security; troubleshoot remote access and VPN connections; and monitor server health and performance.
Prerequisite/Restriction: and
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BCIS 2630 - Foundations of Novell Networking
3 credits
Covers how to accomplish fundamental network management tasks on a NetWare network. Intended for students interested in gaining their Certified Novell Administrator (CNA) and Certified Novell Engineer (CNE) certifications. (Course 560)
Prerequisite/Restriction: Basic understanding of personal computers, operating systems and network technology and a working knowledge of the Windows operating system or Windows NT Workstation and experience with DOS suggested
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BCIS 2631 - Introduction to Networking, Net+
3 credits
This course provides students with an excellent foundation upon which to build their network training. It covers the basics of computer networking, including terms and concepts. Networking technology- how it works, and why it works - is made clear in this course, where concepts like contemporary network services, transmission media, and protocols are explained. Students learn how protocols are used in networking implementations from many vendors, especially those most common in today’s LANs and WANs. This course is an introduction to computer networking technologies for students who are new to networking technologies. These students may or may not already be IT professionals, but are not yet networking professionals. This course will provide students with the concepts and skills needed to pass the Network+ certification exam produced by the Computing Technology Industry Association (Comp/TIA).
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BCIS 2632 - Computer Repair, A+
3 credits
Designed to help a student prepare for the first of two CompTIA A+ Essentials Examinations. Emphasis will be placed on installing, building, upgrading, repairing, configuring, troubleshooting, optimizing, diagnosing, and performing preventive maintenance of basic personal computer hardware and operating systems. This course will provide opportunities to gain hands-on experience in the 8 domain areas tested by CompTIA.
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BCIS 2650 - Information Security Fundamentals
2 credits
Introduction to the various technical and administrative aspects of Information Security and Assurance. Provides the foundation for understanding the key issues associated with protecting information assets, determining the levels of protection and response to security incidents, and designing a consistent, reasonable information security system, with appropriate intrusion detection and reporting features. Purpose of this course is to provide the student with an overview of the field of Information Security and Assurance. Students will be exposed to the spectrum of Security activities, methods, methodologies, and procedures. Covers inspection and protection of information assets, detection of and reaction to threats to information assets, and examination of pre- managerial responses and an overview of the Information Security Planning and Staffing functions.
Prerequisite/Restriction: Experience using personal computers, their operating systems, and network technology suggested
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BCIS 2651 - Cybersecurity/Security+
3 credits
This course covers operating system security concepts and techniques, including theoretical concepts that make the world of security unique. It adopts a practical hands-on approach when examining operating system security techniques. This course also explores the advancement of security implementation and timeless problem-solving strategies.
Prerequisite/Restriction: Experience using personal computers, their operating systems, and network technology
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BCIS 2652 - Advanced Network Security
3 credits
Takes an in depth look at network security concepts and techniques. Examines theoretical concepts that make the world of security unique. Adopts a practical, hands-on approach when examining networking security techniques. Along with examining different network strategies, this course will explore the advancement of network implementation as well as timeless problem solving strategies.
Prerequisite/Restriction: Experience using personal computers, their operating systems, and network technology suggested
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BCIS 2653 - Network Intrusion Detection and Control
2 credits
Takes an in depth look at network defense concepts and techniques. Examines theoretical concepts that make the world of networking unique. Adopts a practical hands-on approach when examining network defense techniques. Along with examining different network defense strategies, this course will explore the advancement of network implementation, as well as timeless problem solving strategies.
Prerequisite/Restriction: Experience using personal computers, their operating systems, and network technology suggested
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BCIS 2654 - Disaster Recovery
3 credits
Provides a thorough, step-by-step process for learning the fundamentals of disaster recovery planning. Disaster recovery planning is the process of assessing risks that an organization faces, developing, documenting, implementing, testing, and maintaining procedures that help the organization quickly return to normal operations and minimize losses after a disaster. Enables individuals to become disaster recovery planning team leaders and members.
Prerequisite/Restriction: Experience using personal computers, their operating systems, and network technology suggested
Campus: Statewide Campuses and Distance Education
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BCIS 2655 - Computer Forensics
2 credits
Presents methods to properly conduct a computer forensics investigation, beginning with a discussion of ethics.
Prerequisite/Restriction: Experience using personal computers, their operating systems, and network technology suggested
Campus: Statewide Campuses and Distance Education
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BCIS 2920 - Legal/Medical Practicum
2 credits
Designed for students who have had previous keyboarding and computer experience. Primarily designed for secretarial majors who want to become more familiar with the specialized forms and terminology used in medical and legal offices. Covers some of the advanced features of WordPerfect (e.g., mail merge and macros) to automate the completion of the forms.
Prerequisite/Restriction: or permission of the instructor, or
Campus: Statewide Campuses and Distance Education
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BCIS 2930 - Office Procedures and Human Relations
3 credits
Provides instruction and application of skills and knowledge needed in an office setting. Skills in human relations will be stressed through a series of group and individual activities.
Prerequisite/Restriction: , , or or
Campus: Statewide Campuses and Distance Education
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BCIS 2977 - Internship Education Experiences
1-3 credits
This course provides supervised on-the-job training in BCIS areas. Students meet with the instructor/coordinator periodically during the course to determine and evaluate learning objectives, hours to be worked, and credit agreements.
Prerequisite/Restriction: Instructor permission
Repeatable
Campus: Statewide Campuses and Distance Education
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BCIS 2988 - Special Problems
1-3 credits
Individual work approved by the instructor. Time and credit to be arranged.
Repeatable for credit
Campus: Statewide Campuses and Distance Education
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BCIS 2999 - Workshop
1-3 credits
Designed to meet the changing needs of the student in Business Computer Information Systems.
Repeatable for credit
Campus: Statewide Campuses and Distance Education
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BUSN 2510 - Orientation to Business Education
2 credits
This course includes a study of requirements for teachers in the Business Education program, foundations of business and technology education, and an overview of the historical development of business education. Students examine business education career opportunities and the changing technology industry.
This listing includes updates which are effective beginning Summer 2021.
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BUSN 3150 - Methods for Business Education
3 credits
Introduction to basic practices of classroom teaching and program planning. Through participation in discussions, activities, and assignments, students refine their abilities to develop programs, diagnose the learner, prepare the instruction, and guide student learning.
Prerequisite/Restriction: BUSN 2510
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BUSN 3300 - Clinical Experience I in Business Education
1 credit
This course includes in-school clinical observation experience. Students observe management and assist in teaching. The course is designed to provide familiarity with the business education classroom.
Prerequisite/Restriction: Admission into Secondary Teacher Education Program (STEP)
Pass/Fail only.
This listing includes updates which are effective beginning Summer 2021.
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BUSN 4150 - Methods of Business and Marketing
3 credits
The primary purpose of this course is to teach preservice teachers the basic principles of planning, managing, teaching, and evaluating students in business courses such as: accounting, business communications, management, business entrepreneurship, business law, finance, marketing, and workplace skills.
Prerequisite/Restriction: BUSN 2510 and students should be admitted into the Secondary Teacher Education Program (STEP) prior to enrollment in this course
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BUSN 4210 - Cognition and Evaluation of Student Learning in Career and Technical Education
3 credits
Overview of the various methods used to measure and evaluate student achievement, within the cognitive, affective, and psychomotor domains with emphasis on performance based and authentic assessment specific to the Career and Technical Education classroom.
Prerequisite/Restriction: Admission to Secondary Teacher Education Program
Cross-listed as: ASTE 4210 , FCSE 4210 , and TEE 4210
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BUSN 4300 - Clinical Experience II Business Education
1 credit
Continued in-school observation of business education teaching. Requires student participation in teaching, management, and program development in business education.
Prerequisite/Restriction: Students should be admitted into the Secondary Teacher Education Program (STEP) prior to enrollment in this course
Pass/Fail only
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BUSN 5500 - Business Education Secondary Curriculum Seminar
2 credits
This course covers the cooperative examination of considerations and processes for teaching secondary students, including reflection on the practice of teaching and preparation for entry into the teaching profession.
Prerequisite/Restriction:
Corequisite: BUSN 5630
Pass/Fail only.
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BHIS 1010 - Medical Coding Theory I
3 credits
This course introduces the fundamentals of basic medical coding. It covers medical coding compliance and documentation issues and provides a foundational understanding of the guidelines and procedures for ICD-10-CM, CPT and HCPCS coding. Quizzes and exams simulate national certification exams.
Prerequisite/Restriction: HEAL 1008 or instructor permission
Corequisite: BHIS 1015
Campus: USU Eastern only
This listing includes updates which are effective beginning Summer 2021.
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BHIS 1015 - Medical Coding Applications I
1 credit
In this course, students integrate theoretical knowledge with practical medical coding situations. Students demonstrate increased knowledge, develop high proficiency levels, apply medical coding skills and practice coding provider-based scenarios in the specialty areas covered in BHIS 1010 .
Prerequisite/Restriction: HEAL 1008 or instructor permission
Corequisite: BHIS 1010
Campus: USU Eastern only
This listing includes updates which are effective beginning Summer 2021.
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