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CIS – Systems Management (AS)
Associate in Science | SC Program: AS.1157
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Fall Semester, First Year
17 Units TotalENGL C1000
GE
4
Academic Reading and Writing
ENGL C1000
Note: For students who would benefit from further instruction and individual support while taking their first college-transfer level English course, ENGL C1000E is a recommended alternative to ENGL C1000.
In this course, students receive instruction in academic reading and writing, including writing processes, effective use of language, analytical thinking, and the foundations of academic research. An argumentative research essay is required for the successful completion of the course. This course may be offered in a distance education format.
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In this course, students receive instruction in academic reading and writing, including writing processes, effective use of language, analytical thinking, and the foundations of academic research. An argumentative research essay is required for the successful completion of the course. This course may be offered in a distance education format.
CIS 2
M
4
Introduction to Computer Science
CIS 2
This course is designed as an introduction to computer programming and technology for those students planning on a career in the field of computer science or related disciplines. The students will design, code, debug, and test programs in languages such as Machine, Assembler, Java, C++, Visual Basic and/or Python as determined by the Shasta College CIS committee. Common business applications are used to examine a wide range of methods for processing data in the interactive mode. Computer history, hardware, software, processing, systems, programming languages, storage devices, careers, and impact on society will be explored to enable the student to become literate in the technical aspects of computing. This course may be offered in a distance education format.
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CIS 13
M
3
Desktop OS Configuration
CIS 13
Advisory: CIS 2 with a grade of C or higher
This is a Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate course. The terminology, planning, installation, configuration, administration, and troubleshooting of Modern Desktop Operating Systems will be covered. The course is designed to prepare a student to take and pass the corresponding Microsoft Certification Exam and for employment in the IT field. Note: Students who enrolled in earlier versions of a Windows desktop operating system will be able to enroll in a more current version. This course may be offered in a distance education format.
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This is a Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate course. The terminology, planning, installation, configuration, administration, and troubleshooting of Modern Desktop Operating Systems will be covered. The course is designed to prepare a student to take and pass the corresponding Microsoft Certification Exam and for employment in the IT field. Note: Students who enrolled in earlier versions of a Windows desktop operating system will be able to enroll in a more current version. This course may be offered in a distance education format.
CIS 31
M
3
CCNA I-Routing&switching-Intro to Ntwks
CIS 31
Advisory: CIS 2 and CIS 90 with a grade of C or higher
This course is the first in a two-course series designed to prepare students for the Cisco Certified Entry Network Technician (CCENT) exam, and the course is the first of a four-course series designed to prepare students for the Cisco Certified Networking Associate (CCNA) exam. CCNA Routing and Switching: Introduction to Networks (ITN) covers networking architecture, structure, and functions. The course introduces the principles and structure of IP addressing and the fundamentals of Ethernet concepts, media, and operations to provide a foundation for the curriculum. This course is offered by Shasta College as the Cisco Regional Networking Academy in the area. Instructional materials developed by Cisco Systems are utilized for the course. The course teaches students the skills needed to obtain entry-level network installer jobs. It also helps students develop some of the skills needed to become network technicians, computer technicians, cable installers, and help desk technicians. It provides a hands-on introduction to networking and the Internet using tools and hardware commonly found in small to medium size business environments. Labs include network device configuration, Internet connectivity, wireless connectivity, file and print sharing, and IP addressing. This course may be offered in a distance education format.
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This course is the first in a two-course series designed to prepare students for the Cisco Certified Entry Network Technician (CCENT) exam, and the course is the first of a four-course series designed to prepare students for the Cisco Certified Networking Associate (CCNA) exam. CCNA Routing and Switching: Introduction to Networks (ITN) covers networking architecture, structure, and functions. The course introduces the principles and structure of IP addressing and the fundamentals of Ethernet concepts, media, and operations to provide a foundation for the curriculum. This course is offered by Shasta College as the Cisco Regional Networking Academy in the area. Instructional materials developed by Cisco Systems are utilized for the course. The course teaches students the skills needed to obtain entry-level network installer jobs. It also helps students develop some of the skills needed to become network technicians, computer technicians, cable installers, and help desk technicians. It provides a hands-on introduction to networking and the Internet using tools and hardware commonly found in small to medium size business environments. Labs include network device configuration, Internet connectivity, wireless connectivity, file and print sharing, and IP addressing. This course may be offered in a distance education format.
CIS 32
M
3
CCNA 2-R&S-Routing&Switching Essentials
CIS 32
This course is the second in a two-course series designed to prepare students for the Cisco Certified Entry Network Technician (CCENT) exam, and the course is the second of a four-course series designed to prepare students for the Cisco Certified Networking Associate (CCNA) exam. CCNA Routing and Switching: Routing and Switching Essentials (RSE) covers the architecture, components, and operations of routers and switches in a small network. Students learn how to configure a router and a switch for basic functionality. This course is offered by Shasta College as the Cisco Regional Networking Academy in the area. Instructional materials developed by Cisco Systems are utilized for the course. The course prepares students for jobs as network technicians. It also helps students develop additional skills required for computer technicians and help desk technicians. It provides a basic overview of routing and remote access, addressing, and security. It familiarizes students with servers that provide email services, Web space, and authenticated access. Students learn soft skills required for help desk and customer service positions. Network monitoring and basic troubleshooting skills are taught in context. This course may be offered in a distance education format.
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Spring Semester, First Year
15 Units TotalMATH 73
GE
3
Contemporary Mathematics for Tech Fields
MATH 73
Prerequisite: Intermediate Algebra as determined by Multiple Measure, or Math Placement Level 4 or higher.
This course is designed to equip Career Technical Education students with college-level mathematical competencies required in today's workplace. Topics include college-level algebra, measurement units and conversion, estimation, solid figures, geometry, trigonometry, basic statistics, and probability. This course will promote quantitative reasoning through the use of mathematical applications and modeling with an emphasis on CTE topics. These applications and modeling will be reinforced by using requisite tools utilized by CTE courses to enhance students' visualization and problem-solving development.
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This course is designed to equip Career Technical Education students with college-level mathematical competencies required in today's workplace. Topics include college-level algebra, measurement units and conversion, estimation, solid figures, geometry, trigonometry, basic statistics, and probability. This course will promote quantitative reasoning through the use of mathematical applications and modeling with an emphasis on CTE topics. These applications and modeling will be reinforced by using requisite tools utilized by CTE courses to enhance students' visualization and problem-solving development.
BUAD 10
GE
M
3
Introduction to Business
BUAD 10
Advisory:English Placement Level 6 or higher.
This course is a survey course for both business and non-business majors covering the different disciplines (finance, management, and marketing) of business. The course also covers the complexities of the competitive business world and includes additional disciplines such as international business, forms of business ownership, social responsibility and ethics, and entrepreneurship. This course is designed to provide students familiarity with basic principles and practices of contemporary business, knowledge of business terminology, and an understanding of how business works within the U.S. economic system. Due to its introductory nature, it is recommended that this course be taken as a first business course. This course may be offered in a distance education format.
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This course is a survey course for both business and non-business majors covering the different disciplines (finance, management, and marketing) of business. The course also covers the complexities of the competitive business world and includes additional disciplines such as international business, forms of business ownership, social responsibility and ethics, and entrepreneurship. This course is designed to provide students familiarity with basic principles and practices of contemporary business, knowledge of business terminology, and an understanding of how business works within the U.S. economic system. Due to its introductory nature, it is recommended that this course be taken as a first business course. This course may be offered in a distance education format.
CIS 33
M
3
CCNA 3-Routing&Swtchng-Scaling Networks
CIS 33
This course is the third in a four-course series designed to prepare students for Cisco Certified Networking Associate (CCNA) exam. CCNA Routing and Switching Scaling Networks (ScaN) covers the architecture, components, and operations of routers and switches in larger and more complex networks. Students learn how to configure routers and switches for advanced functionality. The course is offered by Shasta College as the Cisco Regional Networking Academy in the area. Instructional materials developed by Cisco Systems are utilized for the course. The course familiarizes students with the equipment applications and protocols installed in enterprise networks, with a focus on switched networks, IP Telephony requirements, and security. It also introduces advanced routing protocols including Enhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol (EIGRP) and Open Shortest Path First (OSPF) Protocol. Other specific topics include Virtual LANs, Access Control Lists, and inter-VLAN routing. Hands-on exercises include configuration, installation, and troubleshooting. This course may be offered in a distance education format.
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CIS 34
M
3
CCNA 4-Rtng&Swtchng-Connecting Networks
CIS 34
This course is the fourth in a four-course series designed to prepare students for Cisco Certified Networking Associate (CCNA) exam. CCNA Routing and Switching Connecting Networks (CN) discusses the WAN technologies and network services required by converged applications in a complex network. The course enables students to understand the selection criteria of network devices and WAN technologies to meet network requirements. The course is offered by Shasta College as the Cisco Regional Networking Academy in the area. Instructional materials developed by Cisco Systems are utilized for the course. Learners are introduced to the architecture, structure, functions, components, and models of the Internet and other computer networks. The principles and structure of IP addressing and the fundamentals of Ethernet concepts, media, and operations are introduced to provide a foundation for the curriculum. By the end of the course, students will be able to build LANs, perform basic configurations for routers and switches, and implement IP addressing schemes. Learners progress through, gathering requirements, designing basic networks, establishing proof-of-concept, and performing project management tasks. Students will learn about lifecycle services; including upgrades, competitive analysis, and system integration. This course may be offered in a distance education format.
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CIS 72
M
3
Fundamentals of Linux
CIS 72
Fundamentals of Linux is an introductory and hands-on course for new users of the popular Linux operating system. Students will learn basic Linux systems administration skills using both command-line and graphical tools. Topics will include Linux installation and initialization; file system navigation and management; changing file permissions; the vi and emacs text editors; Bash, KDE, and GNOME shell features; process management; shell scripts; security; backup and recovery; printing; and basic networking, including clients and network services. The course prepares students for the Comptia Linux+ certification exam. This course may be offered in a distance education format.
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Fall Semester, Second Year
15 Units TotalCOMM 54
GE
3
Small Group Communication
COMM 54
This course provides students with the foundational knowledge and practice of speech-making in a democratic society, while simultaneously emphasizing theory and research about communication in a variety of small-group contexts. This course exposes students to rhetorical theory, small group theory, and public speaking fundamentals within the context of their interpersonal interactions, group communication processes, and live presentations (including informative and persuasive speeches). Students will learn historical roots and key rhetorical theories that ground the study and practice of public speaking, and be able to discover, develop, and critically analyze ideas and information in public discourse. Students will also explore and evaluate group communication processes, including problem-solving, conflict management, decision-making and leadership. This course may be offered in a distance education format.
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HIST 2
GE
3
World Civilization to 1500 C.E.
HIST 2
Advisory: Essay-writing skills and eligibility to enroll in a transfer-level English Composition course, or English Placement Level 6 or higher
This course is a comparative survey of the major ancient world civilizations which developed between 3500 B.C.E. and 1500 C.E. It examines political institutions, religious ideologies, the rise and fall of empires, and the major cultural innovations of each of the major world civilizations. This course may be offered in a distance education format.
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This course is a comparative survey of the major ancient world civilizations which developed between 3500 B.C.E. and 1500 C.E. It examines political institutions, religious ideologies, the rise and fall of empires, and the major cultural innovations of each of the major world civilizations. This course may be offered in a distance education format.
ETHS 1
GE
3
Introduction to Ethnic Studies
ETHS 1
Advisory: Essay-writing skills and eligibility to enroll in a transfer-level English Composition course
This course takes an interdisciplinary approach to the study of race and ethnicity in the United States. It examines social justice movements in relation to ethnic and racial groups in the United States to provide a basis for a better understanding of the socioeconomic, cultural, and political conditions among key social groups including, but not limited to, Native Americans, African Americans, Asian Americans, and Latina/o Americans. This course examines the systemic nature of racial/ethnic oppression through an examination of key concepts including racialization and ethnocentrism, with a specific focus on the persistence of white supremacy. Using an anti-racist framework, the course will examine historical and contemporary social movements dedicated to the decolonization of social institutions, resistance, and social justice. This course may be offered in a distance education format.
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This course takes an interdisciplinary approach to the study of race and ethnicity in the United States. It examines social justice movements in relation to ethnic and racial groups in the United States to provide a basis for a better understanding of the socioeconomic, cultural, and political conditions among key social groups including, but not limited to, Native Americans, African Americans, Asian Americans, and Latina/o Americans. This course examines the systemic nature of racial/ethnic oppression through an examination of key concepts including racialization and ethnocentrism, with a specific focus on the persistence of white supremacy. Using an anti-racist framework, the course will examine historical and contemporary social movements dedicated to the decolonization of social institutions, resistance, and social justice. This course may be offered in a distance education format.
CIS 15
M
3
Install and Configure Microsoft Server
CIS 15
Advisory: CIS 2 with a grade of C or higher
This is a Microsoft Certified Professional course with emphasis on installing and configuring Windows Server. The terminology, planning, installation, configuration, administration, and troubleshooting of a Windows Server environment will be covered. The course is designed to prepare a student to take and pass a Microsoft Certification Exam for installing and configuring the current version of Microsoft Windows Server and for employment in the IT field. Note: Students who took the class with an earlier Server version will be able to enroll in the current version of the course. This course may be offered in a distance education format.
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This is a Microsoft Certified Professional course with emphasis on installing and configuring Windows Server. The terminology, planning, installation, configuration, administration, and troubleshooting of a Windows Server environment will be covered. The course is designed to prepare a student to take and pass a Microsoft Certification Exam for installing and configuring the current version of Microsoft Windows Server and for employment in the IT field. Note: Students who took the class with an earlier Server version will be able to enroll in the current version of the course. This course may be offered in a distance education format.
CIS 92
M
3
Intro to Computer Security
CIS 92
Advisory: CIS 31 with a grade of C or higher
This course provides the student with background, requirements, policies and procedures for establishing and maintaining computer and information system security. Course elements include risk discovery and assessment, system planning with cost/benefits analyses, management policies, security practices and procedures within system life cycles, and system recovery. The course will stress applied solutions to computer security problems, preparing students for the CompTIA Security+ Certification exam. This course may be offered in a distance education format.
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This course provides the student with background, requirements, policies and procedures for establishing and maintaining computer and information system security. Course elements include risk discovery and assessment, system planning with cost/benefits analyses, management policies, security practices and procedures within system life cycles, and system recovery. The course will stress applied solutions to computer security problems, preparing students for the CompTIA Security+ Certification exam. This course may be offered in a distance education format.
Spring Semester, Second Year
13 Units TotalAGNR 60
GE
3
Environmental Science
AGNR 60
Advisory: Students who wish to add a lab component to this class should co-enroll in AGNR 61.
This course is an introduction to the conservation or wise use of natural resources and incorporates discussions about the complex relationships of man to the environment. Students will learn about the diverse agencies that manage our resources along with their history and philosophies. The course will cover each of the major natural resources - such as water, air, energy, forests, wildlife, agriculture, and soils - as well as environmental policy and laws that govern the use of these resources. An emphasis is placed on the practical components of Environmental Science as it relates to social and economic aspects of conservation. This course may be offered in a distance education format.
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This course is an introduction to the conservation or wise use of natural resources and incorporates discussions about the complex relationships of man to the environment. Students will learn about the diverse agencies that manage our resources along with their history and philosophies. The course will cover each of the major natural resources - such as water, air, energy, forests, wildlife, agriculture, and soils - as well as environmental policy and laws that govern the use of these resources. An emphasis is placed on the practical components of Environmental Science as it relates to social and economic aspects of conservation. This course may be offered in a distance education format.
CIS 90
M
4
A+ Cert Prep/Cisco IT Essentials I
CIS 90
Advisory: CIS 2 with a grade of C or higher.
This course provides students with the foundational knowledge and hands-on skills necessary for a career in IT support and computer maintenance. Designed to align with the CompTIA A+ certification objectives, it covers essential topics such as hardware components, system assembly, operating system installation and configuration, networking fundamentals, virtualization and cloud computing concepts, and troubleshooting methodologies. Students will gain practical experience diagnosing and repairing hardware and software issues, securing devices, and applying industry best practices. The course also emphasizes professionalism, operational procedures, ethical considerations, and effective communication in IT support roles. Through hands-on labs and real-world troubleshooting scenarios, students will develop critical problem-solving skills essential for success in the field. Offered in in-person, hybrid, or online learning formats. Upon completion, students will be prepared to take the CompTIA A+ certification exams and pursue entry-level roles in IT support and technical services. This course may be offered in a distance education format.
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This course provides students with the foundational knowledge and hands-on skills necessary for a career in IT support and computer maintenance. Designed to align with the CompTIA A+ certification objectives, it covers essential topics such as hardware components, system assembly, operating system installation and configuration, networking fundamentals, virtualization and cloud computing concepts, and troubleshooting methodologies. Students will gain practical experience diagnosing and repairing hardware and software issues, securing devices, and applying industry best practices. The course also emphasizes professionalism, operational procedures, ethical considerations, and effective communication in IT support roles. Through hands-on labs and real-world troubleshooting scenarios, students will develop critical problem-solving skills essential for success in the field. Offered in in-person, hybrid, or online learning formats. Upon completion, students will be prepared to take the CompTIA A+ certification exams and pursue entry-level roles in IT support and technical services. This course may be offered in a distance education format.
INDE 38
M
3
Introduction to Industrial Mechatronics
INDE 38
Advisory: INDE 37 with a grade of C or higher; Basic Algebra as determined by Multiple Measures or, or Math Placement Level 3 or higher; Essay-writing skills and eligibility to enroll in a transfer-level English Composition course or English Placement Level 5 or higher.
This course is designed for students who wish to be introduced to principles of industrial electronics and mechatronics for various vocational and industrial applications. We will be using the Arduino Starter Kit. Topics include theory of DC and AC circuits, semiconductor theory, digital concepts, circuits and systems and their applications, programming logic controls, circuit design, and integrating circuits with computers and machinery. This course may be offered in a distance education format.
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This course is designed for students who wish to be introduced to principles of industrial electronics and mechatronics for various vocational and industrial applications. We will be using the Arduino Starter Kit. Topics include theory of DC and AC circuits, semiconductor theory, digital concepts, circuits and systems and their applications, programming logic controls, circuit design, and integrating circuits with computers and machinery. This course may be offered in a distance education format.
CIS 94
M
1
Computer Info Systems Work Exper Educ
CIS 94
Limitation on Enrollment: FINANCIAL AID STUDENTS: Students must maintain concurrent enrollment in seven (7) units which include work experience education units. Students not receiving financial aid do not need to enroll in other courses in order to participate in Work Experience Education.
The Computer Information Systems Work Experience Education course allows the student to gain on-the-job experience through employment/volunteerism at an approved CIS job site that is acquired by the student and related to the student's major. A faculty member supervises all WSL courses to ensure that the work experience is of educational value. The course stresses good work habits and meeting of competencies through actual on-the-job performance. A student may repeat this course since course content varies and skills are enhanced by supervised repetition and practice. A maximum of 14 units may be earned in a single semester.
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The Computer Information Systems Work Experience Education course allows the student to gain on-the-job experience through employment/volunteerism at an approved CIS job site that is acquired by the student and related to the student's major. A faculty member supervises all WSL courses to ensure that the work experience is of educational value. The course stresses good work habits and meeting of competencies through actual on-the-job performance. A student may repeat this course since course content varies and skills are enhanced by supervised repetition and practice. A maximum of 14 units may be earned in a single semester.
Please see a counselor to discuss options for meeting general education requirements for transfer to California State Universities (CSU) and/or University of California (UC) campuses, as well as any specific additional courses that may be required by your chosen institution of transfer.
*Alternative Courses: Please see a Shasta College counselor for alternative course options. You can also view the following to find other courses to meet degree/certificate requirements:
- California State Universities – General Education
- IGETC – Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum
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