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Computer Science
Course Descriptions CSC 154 thru CSC 198

 

CSC 154 Local Area Networks - 5
An introduction to the installation and maintenance of a local area network both in the hardware and software sense. Novell’s Netware is the current operating system of choice.

CSC 155 Introduction to Microsoft Network Platforms - 2.5
Prerequisites:  CSC 104 or 105 or instructor permission.
An introduction to network operating systems developed by Microsoft. The power and complexities of these kinds of systems will be examined. Actual implementation of the operating system will be conducted where each student will act as an administrator of the server.

CSC 156 Cisco Internetworking I - 5
Prerequisite: Knowledge of operating systems and computer hardware.
An introduction to computer networking, including workstation and cabling configuration, IP addressing, troubleshooting and an in-depth look at the OSI networking model.

CSC 157 Cisco Internetworking II - 5
Prerequisite:  CSC 156.  Knowledge of operating systems and computer.
A continuation of the concepts introduced in Cisco Networking I. Router configuration and routing protocols are introduced and discussed. The Internet Operating System is introduced. The TCP/IP protocol is discussed in detail. Differences in routed and routing protocols will be discussed.

CSC 158 Cisco Internetworking III - 5
Prerequisite:  CSC 156 and CSC 157.
A continuation of the concepts introduced in Cisco Internetworking I and II. VLAN concepts are introduced. The student will develop a Network Design Threaded Case Study. Access Control Lists, Cisco routers in Novell networks and network security will be introduced and discussed.

CSC 159 Cisco Internetworking IV - 5
Prerequisite:  CSC 156, 157, 158.
A continuation of the concepts introduced in Cisco Internetworking I, II and III. VLAN concepts are introduced. The student will develop a Network Design Threaded Case Study. Access Control Lists, Cisco routers in Novell networks and network security will be introduced and discussed. (Pending state approval.)

CSC 160 Deploying Virtual Server and Workstation Technology - 5
Prerequisite:  Linux or Microsoft Windows operating system experience.
Virtual machines allow a computer to run multiple operating systems simultaneously, letting you partition servers to isolate applications, improve portability and migration, or create entire testing labs within a single PC.  In this course, you gain the skills needed to install, configure and manage virtual servers and workstations.

CSC 161 Network Certification Principles – 5
Prerequisite: CSC 155 or computer science advisor permission.
The principles and theory of Microsoft operating systems are addressed with focus on MCSE (Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer) requirements. This class is made up of seven modules covering the following subjects: Workstations; Network infrastructure; Security; Active Directory design and administration; Server configuration; Network administration. This class is designed to allow students the opportunity to repeat the class as many times as needed in order to complete all seven modules. Note: Students may take modules from CSC 161 and CSC 162 (Network Certification Exam Preparation) concurrently.

CSC 162 Network Certification Exam Prep - 5
Prerequisite: CSC 155 or computer science advisor permission.
The syntax and semantics of Microsoft operating systems are addressed with focus on MCSE (Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer) exam requirements. This class is made up of seven modules covering the following subjects: Workstations; Network infrastructure; Security; Active Directory design and administration; Server configuration; Network administration. This class is designed to allow students the opportunity to repeat the class as many times as needed in order to complete all seven modules. Note: Students may take modules from CSC 161 and CSC 162 (Network Certification Exam Preparation) concurrently.


CSC 166 Introduction to System Design - 5
Introduction to the tools and techniques used to design information systems, including systems definition, analysis and design, development, testing, and implementation, with emphasis on using structured techniques.

CSC 167 Networking Certification Principles I – 5
This course provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to install and configure Microsoft NT-Kernel workstations and servers

CSC 168 Networking Certification Principles II
– 5
This course provides students with the information and skills needed to create a networking services infrastructure and also to install, configure, manage, and support a network infrastructure that uses the Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional and Microsoft Windows 2000 Server.

CSC169 Networking Certification Principles III – 5

This course provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to design a security framework for small, medium, and enterprise networks by using the Microsoft Windows 2000 technologies.

CSC 170 Networking Certification Principles IV – 5

This course provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to install, configure, and administrator Microsoft Windows 2000 Active Directory directory services.

CSC 175, 176, 177 Intermediate Computing Topics - 2 to 5
CSC 275, 276, 277 Advanced Computing Topics - 2 to 10
Prerequisite: CSC 100 or above
The student will choose an intermediate or advanced computing topic that addresses current technology, with the consent of the instructor, which will be pursued in depth. A learning contract will be created and signed by the student and instructor specifying the competencies to achieve during the course. Tthe chosen topic may be a course in the BBCC catalog.  May be repeated for credit.  Tech Prep credit available.  

CSC 180 Advanced Microsoft Office - 2.5
Prerequisite: Prior experience or course using Window’s version of text, spreadsheet and database applications.
Windows has the capacity to cross reference individual files from one application to another in several different ways. All of these objects' linking and embedding techniques will be addressed. This course is designed for Computer Science majors and will emphasize principles and underlying concepts. For courses designed for Office Information Technology majors see OFF course listings.

CSC 181 Introduction to Web 2.0 Technologies - 2.5
Prerequisite:  Basic computer and Web navigation skills or Instructor permission.
An introductory course for the student interested in an overview of a variety of emerging Internet technologies that reflect the growing need for interactivity, social networking and collaboration from today's web users.

CSC 185 Electronic Publishing with Pagemaker - 2.5
Prerequisite: Keyboarding skills and familiarity with Windows operating system.
Principles and specific detail will be addressed for electronic publishing, either in printed form or on the World Wide Web, using Adobe Pagemaker.

CSC 186 Electronic Publishing with PhotoShop - 2.5
Prerequisite: Keyboarding skills and familiarity with Windows operating system.
Principles and specific detail will be addressed for electronic publishing, either in printed form or on the World Wide Web, using one application of the Adobe suite.

CSC 187 Electronic Publishing with Illustrator - 2.5
Prerequisite: Keyboarding skills and familiarity with Windows operating system.
Principles and specific detail will be addressed for electronic publishing, either in printed form or on the World Wide Web, using one application of the Adobe suite. 

CSC 198 Current Computing Issues - .5
A seminar on current computer science problems and advances, especially relating to career opportunities. Majors will have the opportunity to enroll in this class each quarter they attend BBCC in order to keep better informed.




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