C.I.S.: Getting Started



CIS Home Getting Started FAQs Degrees Certificates Courses Faculty Featured Program News and Events Library Research Guides	Where do I start? What course do I take next? The course you should take next is dependent on many variables: • What do you want to learn about computers? • What do you already know about computers? • Are you working toward a CIS degree or certificate? • Are you planning to transfer the course to another college? Suggested Starting Courses You should start with one of the following courses; they have no CIS prerequisites but CIS 1400 does have a math prerequisite. For complete descriptions click on the course number. Additional information to help you decide which course fits you best is listed. Course Additional Information CIS 1110 Using Computers • Will NOT transfer • Not part of a CIS degree or certificate • Intended for the home or casual user CIS 1120 The Internet • Basic and advanced internet skills • Required for HTML and Web Design Software classes CIS 1130 Windows Basics • In-depth study of the Windows Environment CIS 1150 Introduction to Computer Information Systems • Transfers to most four year schools • Required for all CIS certificates and degrees CIS 1160 Windows Command Line • Overview of Windows Command Shell • Required as a program requirement for some CIS programs CIS 1400 Programming and Logic Techniques • Required for all CIS certificates and degrees • Required for enrollment in any programming language • Prerequisite - Math 0482 or Math 1115 Seeking a degree or certificate? Transferring to a four-year school? Usually students who intend to transfer or intend to complete a certificate or degree at the College of DuPage start with CIS 1150 - Introduction to Computer Information Systems. CIS 1150 is a survey course that covers many areas of computers, such as hardware, software, and the Internet. Hands-on experience with the Windows operating system and Microsoft Office is included. CIS 1150 is required for all certificates and degrees at the College of DuPage and will transfer to most four-year schools. Still have questions? Try the CIS Frequently Asked Questions page or contact a CIS Faculty member.	Carolyn England Coordinator IC 2025C (630) 942-4125 E-mail contact Michael J. Losacco Coordinator IC 3135A (630) 942-3277 E-mail contact