ISATI-103 INTRO TO INFORMATION SYSTEMS ANALYSIS (5 CR.)
Study towards an A+ certification. The learner will study the fundamentals of stand-alone computer systems and applications in the information systems field, install, configure and maintain Windows 9.x, Windows 2000 and Windows XP Pro. Current multimedia technologies will be applied to specified settings. Network based communications will be investigated. Disaster recovery techniques will be applied to specified situations. The course will provide basic competence in supporting microcomputers. Effective communications techniques will be used in all job-related situations.
Pre-requisite: MTHPT 137 and 9 credits of the General Education core or instructor’s permission.

ISATI-104 FUNDAMENTALS OF MICROCOMPUTERS (5 CR.)
Continued study towards an A+ certification. The learner will continue their study in the information systems field, install, configure and maintain Windows 9.x, Windows 2000 and Windows XP Pro. Current multimedia technologies will be applied to specified settings. Network based communications will be investigated. Disaster recovery techniques will be applied to specified situations. The course will provide basic competence in supporting microcomputers. Effective communications techniques will be used in all job-related situations.
Pre-requisite: ISATI 103.

ISATI-106 EMBEDDED SYSTEMS (3 CR.)
The course includes a series of application exercises which will involve learning about the operation of an elementary computer and applying this knowledge to a microcontroller. The 68HC11 microcontroller Evaluation Board will be used for executing the majority of the application exercises. The application exercises involve design, prototype, construction, programming, and debugging a related set of projects. The proper use of test equipment, software assemblers, prototype techniques, construction procedures and safety will be stressed.
Pre-requisite: ISATI 101.

ISATI-107 INTRO TO C++ PROGRAMMING WITH UML (5 CR.)
As the Information Systems Analysis discipline has evolved over the past several years, high-level language programming has become a required skill. This course in programming prepares the student to gain a functional use of the techniques requiredfor generating ‘C’ and ‘C++’ code. The use of functions, arrays, pointers, structs, classes, abstract data types, recursion, and UML is emphasized. This course includes a consideration of basic programming techniques including use of functions, operators, expressions, statements, program fl ow control, arithmetic operators, data input and output operations, arrays, pointers, and strings. UML is introduced. Students will be required to write C++ programs which emphasize the various programming techniques introduced.
Pre-requisite: ISATI 104.

ISATI-113 OS UTILITIES AND APPLICATIONS (3 CR.)
This course is designed to present an in-depth introduction to the Microsoft Offi ce XP application suite. Students will become familiar with the underlying functionality of Offi ce XP to allow for a more intuitive and structured approach to applying the suite’s utilities to enhance their productivity within the workplace. Upon the completion of this course students will be skilled users, designers and troubleshooters when utilizing the Offi ce XP application suite.
Pre-requisite: ISATI 104.

ISATI-121 COMPTIA SECURITY + (5 CR.)
This course is primarily targeted at individuals with limited exposure to security concepts. It encompasses the basic body of information and skills which are required to understand the technologies which can be implemented to improve basic security. It is not the intention of the course to delve deeply into the various technical standards which impact network and operating systems security.
Pre-requisite: ISATI 104.

ISATI-202 NOVELL/LINUX OPERATING SYSTEMS (5 CR.)
Provide the student with the skills and knowledge to effectively install, configure, administer, and use Local Area Network hardware and software. Novell 6.0 and Red Hat LINUX will be used as the network operating systems. Ethernet topologies will form the hardware environment that supports the LAN offerings. A systems approach will be followed in the installation, support and operation of the systems and their related applications.
Pre-requisite: ISATI 104.

ISATI-203 WINDOWS XP PROFESSIONAL (5 CR.)
This course presents an overview of Windows XP Professional. Windows XP is a multipurpose operating system with integrated support for client/server, and peer-to-peer networks. It incorporates technologies that reduce the total cost of ownership (TCO) and provides for scalability from a small network to a large enterprise network. Students will be required to install, upgrade, and troubleshoot Windows XP Professional operating system. In addition, use of Windows Control Panel, Management Console & Task Scheduler, use of the Registry, disk management and network protocols will be emphasized. Management of users, printers, local security, and remote access will be required. Network interoperability will be an integral part of this course.
Pre-requisite: ISATI 104.

ISATI-204 CCNA 1:NETWORKING BASICS (4 CR.)
This course requires full systems analysis of Local Area Networks in various hardware configuration, topologies, protocols, and operating systems environments. Installation, maintenance, and operation of all hardware and software presented is an integral part of this course. Integration of the various hardware and software components into operational systems will be required. Students will troubleshoot and repair operational systems with hardware/software faults and/or configuration problems. Data communications using TCP/IP protocol will be covered and the student will be required to display a working proficiency of these communication schemes. Operating systems supporting network protocols will be presented.
Pre-requisite: ISATI 101.

ISATI-205 CCNA 2:ROUTER BASICS (4 CR.)
This course requires full systems analysis of Wide Area Networks in various hardware configuration, topologies, protocols, and operating systems environments. Installation, maintenance, and operation of all hardware and software presented is an integral part of this course. Students will troubleshoot and repair operational systems with hardware/software faults and/or configuration problems. Data communications using TCP/IP protocol will be covered and the student will be required to display a working proficiency of these communication schemes. Operating systems supporting network protocols including XP Professional will be presented.
Pre-requisite: ISATI 204.

ISATI-207 CCNA 3: SWITCHING BASICS AND INTERMEDIATE ROUTING (4 CR.)
This course provides the learner with the knowledge and skills to design, configure, maintain, and scale a switched network. This course focuses on using Cisco switches connected in LANs and WANs typically found at medium-to-large network sites. A broad range of technical details on topics related to switching, including classless routing, single area OSPF, EIGRP, switching concepts and LAN design, switching configurations, Spanning Tree protpcol, VLAN’s and VTP. Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to select and implement the appropriate IOS services required to build scalable, routed and switched networks.
Pre-requisite: ISATI 205.

ISATI-208 CCNA 4:WAN TECHNOLOGIES (4 CR.)
Provides a continued application of the concepts and skills acquired in ISATI-207.Applied exercises lead the student through the implementation process which is required to establish and maintain a scalable routed network. In addition, the course presents applications of scaled IP addresses, WAN technologies, point-to-point protocol, ISDN and DDR, Frame Relay and network administration.
Pre-requisite: ISATI 207.

ISATI-209 WINDOWS 2003 SERVER (5 CR.)
This course presents an overview of the Windows multipurpose operating system with integrated support for client/server, and peer-to-peer networks. It incorporates technologies that reduce the total cost of ownership (TCO) and provides for scalability from a small network to a large enterprise network. Students will be required to install, upgrade, and troubleshoot Windows Server 2003 operating system. In addition, use of Windows Control Panel, Management Console & Task Scheduler, use of the Registry, disk management and network protocols will be emphasized. Active Directory Services in professional environments will be presented. Management of users, printers, local security, and remote access will be required. Network interoperability will be an integral part of this course.
Pre-requisite: ISATI 203.

ISATI-222 WINDOWS 2003 SERVER ADVANCED (3 CR.)
This course is a continuation of the material introduced in ISATI 209. Windows 2003 Server is a multipurpose operating system with integrated support for client/server, and peer-to-peer networks. It incorporates technologies that reduce the total cost of ownership (TCO) and provides for scalability from a small network to a large enterprise network. Students will be required to implement from a small network to a large enterprise network. Students will be required to implement disaster recovery, administer web resources, and setup the Windows Server 2003 security environment.

ISATI-223 CERTIFICATION PREPARATION (4 CR.)
This course is designed to allow the student to take a structured approach to the examination preparation process which will be required to successfully pass industry standardized examinations.
Pre-requisites: ISATI 101, 103, 104, 203, 209 or instructor’s permission.

ISATI-290 DIRECTED STUDY (1-10 CR.)
Required study in area agreed upon by student and instructor. Topics might include specialized devices, new product experiments, or advanced troubleshooting.

ISATI-292 DIRECTED SPECIAL PROJECTS (1-10 CR.)
Opportunity to learn advanced skills for students who are progressing at a faster than normal pace.

ISATI-296 COOPERATIVE EDUCATION IN INFORMATION SYSTEMS ANALYSIS (1-10 CR.)
Work experience in business related to student career goals. Student is a paid part-time employee working under the supervision of employer and program coordinator.
Pre-requisite: Instructor’s approval.

ISATI-302 MICROSOFT EXCHANGE SERVER 2003 (4 CR.)
Provides information about and experience working with Microsoft Exchange Server 2003. The goal is to provide a prospective networking professional with coverage of the various tasks with which an Exchange server administrator must be intimately familiar. Students will gain both the knowledge and skills they need to prepare for the Microsoft certification examination 70-284, Implementing and Managing Microsoft Exchange Server 2003.
Pre-requisite: Successful completion of AAS degree in Information Systems Analysis or related field.

ISATI-303 PLANNING A MICROSOFT WINDOWS 2003 ACTIVE DIRECTORY INFRASTRUCTURE (4 CR.)
Provides in-depth coverage of planning, implementing, maintaining, and troubleshooting Microsoft’s enterprise-level directory service Active Directory. The material in this course serves to prepare the student for the Microsoft examination 70-294, Planning, Implementing and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Active Directory Infrastructure. Pre-requisite: Successful completion of AAS degree in Information Systems Analysis or related field.

ISATI-304 IMPLEMENTING A MICROSOFT WINDOWS 2003 NETWORK INFRASTRUCTURE (4 CR.)
Provides an introduction to the major areas of network service configuration on Windows Server 2003. The material in this course serves to prepare the student for the Microsoft examination 70-291, Implementing, Managing, and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure.
Pre-requisite: Successful completion of AAS degree in Information Systems Analysis or related field.

ISATI-305 DESIGNING A MICROSOFT WINDOWS 2003 ACTIVE DIRECTORY AND INFRASTRUCTURE (4 CR.)
Provides an in-depth study of configuring, administering and troubleshooting the services available within a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 network infrastructure. The material in this course serves to prepare the student for the Microsoft examination 70-297, Designing a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Active Directory and Network Infrastructure. Pre-requisite: Successful completion of AAS degree in Information Systems Analysis or related field.

ISATI-307 PLANNING A MICROSOFT WINDOWS 2003 NETWORK INFRASTRUCTURE (4 CR.)
Provides in-depth study of configuring, administering, and troubleshooting the services available within a Microsoft Windows network infrastructure. Students will gain both the knowledge and skills they need to prepare for the Microsoft certification examination 70-293, Planning and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure. Pre-requisite: Successful completion of AAS degree in Information Systems Analysis or related field.

ISATI-310 FUNDAMENTALS OF CISCO WIRELESS LANS (4 CR.)
The learner will demonstrate required knowledge of wireless technologies and the implementation of these technologies in wireless networks. Emphasis is placed on the areas of design, planning, implementation, operation, and troubleshooting. The course expands knowledge of and provides practical experience with wireless networks. This course prepares the student for the Wireless LAN Association certification exam CWNA (Certified Wireless Network Administrator).
Pre-requisite: Successful completion of AAS degree in Information Systems Analysis or related field and must have a current, valid CCNA certification.

ISATI-312 CCNP 1:BUILDING SCALABLE CISCO INTERNETWORKS (4 CR.)
Designed to enhance the learner’s prospects of successfully completing the CCNP certification process. In addition, this course provides preparation for the exam Building Scalable Cisco Internetworks BSCI, Prometric #642-801.

ISATI-313 CCNP 2:BUILDING CISCO REMOTE ACCESS NETWORKS (4 CR.)
A preparatory course which leads the learner through the Prometric test taking process. Designed to enhance the learner’s prospects of successfully completing exam BCRAN 642-821 Building Cisco Remote Access Networks. Pre-requisite: Successful completion of AAS degree in Information Systems Analysis or related field and must have a current, valid CCNA certification.

ISATI-314 CCNP 3: BUILDING CISCO MULTILAYER SWITCHED NETWORKS (4 CR.)
A preparatory course which leads the learner through the Prometric test taking process. Designed to enhance the learner’s prospects of successfully completing exam BCMSN 642-811 Building Cisco Multilayer Switched Networks. Pre-requisite: Successful completion of AAS degree in Information Systems Analysis or related field and must have a current, valid CCNA certification.

ISATI-315 CCNP 4:CISCO INTERNETWORK TROUBLESHOOTING (4 CR.)
A preparatory course which leads the learner through the Prometric test taking process. Designed to enhance the learner’s prospects of successfully completing exam CIT 642-831, Internet Troubleshooting Support Exam.
Pre-requisite: Successful completion of AAS degree in Information Systems Analysis or related field and must have a current, valid CCNA certification.

ISATI-319 COMPTIA SERVER + (3 CR.)
Apply proper techniques in a test environment including timed tests, question analysis, answer determination, and completion of a series of practice tests with a minimum grade of 90%. This self-directed course requires 90 documented in class hours in addition to the required 30 homework/application hours. Students must pass the certification appropriate for this course, CompTIA Server+, exam # SK0-001.Pre-requisite: Successful completion of AAS degree in Information Systems Analysis or related field.

ISATI-321 COMPTIA SECURITY + (5 CR.)
This course is primarily for individuals with limited exposure to security concepts. It encompasses the basic body of information and skills which are required to understand the technologies which can be implemented to improve basic security. It is not the intention of the course to delve deeply into the various technical standards which impact network and operating systems security.
Pre-requisite: Successful completion of AAS degree in Information Systems Analysis or related field.

ISATI-366 OBJECT ORIENTED PROGRAMMING (4 CR.)
Continued study of “C” programming, declarations and communication with functions, as well as, defining and using arrays, pointers, structures and classes in construction of operational programs. Object oriented programming and abstract data types will be presented. Pointers, dynamic memory management, linked list, recursion, templates, stacks, queues, trees, and graphs will be studied and implemented using C++.
Pre-requisite: Successful completion of AAS degree in Information Systems Analysis or related field.

ISATI-367 VISUAL PROGRAMMING (5 CR.)
Development of tools used in Visual C++ including IDE and several other utilities. Develop Windows applications and demonstrate practical application of Microsoft Foundation Classes including database classes. Pre-requisite: Successful completion of AAS degree in Information Systems Analysis or related field.

ISATI-401 FUNDAMENTALS OF NETWORKING (5 CR.)
This course introduces the fundamental building blocks that form a modern network including protocols, topologies, hardware, and network operating systems. It provides an in depth coverage of concepts such as client/server architecture, TCP/IP, Ethernet, wireless networking, and security. This course is designed to enhance the learner’s prospects of successfully completing Exam # N10-002, CompTIA Network+.
Pre-requisite: Successful completion of AAS degree in Information Systems Analysis or related field.

ISATI-402 NOVELL/LINUX OPERATING SYSTEMS (5 CR.)
Introduce the student to the usage and administration of the linux operating system and assist with preparation for the Linux+ certification (XK0-001).
Pre-requisite: Successful completion of AAS degree in Information Systems Analysis or related field.

ISATI-403 MICROSOFT WINDOWS XP PROFESSIONAL (5 CR.)
Provide the student with the skills and knowledge to effectively install, configure, and administer Windows XP and use Local Area Network hardware and software. TCP/IP will be utilized as communication protocol of choice for this course. A systems approach will be followed in the installation, support and operation of the systems and their related applications. In addition, this course provides preparation for the exam Installing, configuring, and Administering Microsoft Windows XP Professional, Exam # 70-270.
Pre-requisite: Successful completion of AAS degree in Information Systems Analysis or related field.

ISATI-404 LAN FUNDAMENTALS (4 CR.)
Requires full systems analysis of Local Area Networks in various hardware configuration, topologies, protocols, and operating systems environments. Installation, maintenance, and operation of all hardware and software presented is an integral part of this course. Integration of the various hardware and software components into operational systems will be required. Students will troubleshoot and repair operational systems with hardware/software faults and/or configuration problems. Data communications using TCP/IP protocol will be covered and the student will be required to display a working proficiency of these communication schemes. Operating systems supporting network protocols including Windows XP Professional will be presented.
Pre-requisite: Successful completion of AAS degree in Information Systems Analysis or related field.

ISATI-405 WAN FUNDAMENTALS (4 CR.)
Requires full systems analysis of Wide Area Networks in various hardware configuration, topologies, protocols, and operating systems environments. Installation, maintenance, and operation of all hardware and software presented is an integral part of this course. Students will troubleshoot and repair operational systems with hardware/software faults and/or configuration problems. Data communications using TCP/IP protocol will be covered and the student will be required to display a working proficiency of these communication schemes. Operating systems supporting network protocols including Windows XP Professional will be presented.
Pre-requisite: Successful completion of AAS degree in Information Systems Analysis or related field.

ISATI-407 BSCN-ROUTED NETWORK ENVIRONMENTS (4 CR.)
Provides the learner with the knowledge and skills to design, configure, maintain, and scale a switched network. This course focuses on using Cisco switches connects in LANs typically found at medium-to-large network sites. A broad range of technical details on topics related to switching including classless routing, single area OSPF, EIGRP, switching concepts and LAN design, switching configuration, Spanning Tree protocol, VLANs and VTP. Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to select and implement the appropriate IOS services required to build scalable, routed and switched networks.
Pre-requisite: Successful completion of AAS degree in Information Systems Analysis or related field.

ISATI-408 BSCI SCALABLE INTERNETWORKS (4 CR.)
Provides a continued application of the concepts and skills acquired in ISATI 207. Applied exercises lead the student through the implementation process which is required to establish and maintain a scalable routed network. In addition, the course presents applications of scaled IP addresses, WAN technologies, point-to-point protocol, ISDN and DDR, Frame Relay and network administration.
Pre-requisite: Successful completion of AAS degree in Information Systems Analysis or related field.

ISATI-409 WINDOWS 2003 SERVER (5 CR.)
Microsoft’s “Microsoft Certified Engineer” (MSCE) track for Windows 2003 is the premier certification for computer industry professionals. Covering the core technologies around which Microsoft’s future was built, the MSCE certification is a powerful credential for career advancement. This course was developed to give the student the critical skills and knowledge they need to prepare for one of the core requirements of the MSCE Certification program for Windows 2003 Server. In addition, this course provides preparation for the exam Managing and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server Environment (70-290). Pre-requisite: Successful completion of AAS degree in Information Systems Analysis or related field.

ISATI-410 SQL SERVER 2000 ADMINISTRATION (3 CR.)
Students will program data warehousing employing security, failover clustering, scalability, XML, and digital dashboards in the design of business-driven solutions151and prepare for the exam that is required for Microsoft Certified Database Administrator (MCDBA). This self-directed course requires 90 documented in class hours in addition to the required 30 homework/application hours.
Pre-requisite: Successful completion of AAS degree in Information Systems Analysis or related field.

ISATI-477 SENIOR PROJECTS (4 CR.)
Students will demonstrate competence in the major through a culminating project which presents a written, oral, pictorial, and computer interactive summary of the work done in the major or of a comprehensive senior-level project. Pre-requisite: Successful completion of AAS degree in Information Systems Analysis or related field.

ISATI-490 DIRECTED STUDY IN INFORMATION SYSTEMS ANALYSIS (1-10 CR.)
Opportunity to learn advanced skills for students progressing at a faster than normal pace.ISATI-492 DIRECTED SPECIAL PROJECTS (1-10 CR.)
The student will study specialized topics emerging from discipline.

ISATI-496 COOPERATIVE EDUCATION IN INFORMATION SYSTEMS ANALYSIS (1-10 CR.)