Computer Information Systems
Computer Information Systems I
This course introduces students to a variety of concepts: Computers and Digital Basics, Computer
hardware, Computer software, Operating systems, Local Area Networks and the Internet, Web and E-Mail, Digital Media, and Computer Programming. History of the Computer Industry, Careers, and Ethics Issues are areas of research. Emphasis will be on hands-on activities in the lab and over the Internet.
Computer Information Systems II
Computer repair- Software For students who have successfully completed Level 1, this course
component will be built on students’ technical background that was acquired in CIS Level 1. Topics
covered are principles of operating systems, applications, basic networking and industry and safety
standards. Emphasis will be hands-on activities for developing problem solving and troubleshooting
skills.
Computer repair-Hardware This course component will add a computer repair/troubleshooting
foundation. Topics include: computer hardware and diagnostic testing, customer service skills and
practice of ethical and legal behaviors. Students develop the ability to configure and troubleshoot basic
PCs. Students will learn to use hardware diagnostic tools like multi-meters, power supply testers, rescue
disks and BIOS Post cards, and other equipment commonly used in the computer repair trade. Emphasis
will be on hands-on activities for developing the ability to configure, build, and troubleshoot basic PCs.
The course is designed to help students pass the CompTIA Information Technology Fundamentals and
CompTIA A+ Certification exam and compete in SkillsUSA Computer Maintenance or Technical Computer
Applications competition.