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Business DivisionThe Computer Networking Department at Casper College provides educational programs to prepare students for careers in business technological areas. In our degrees, students will have the opportunity to gain the basic knowledge of some or all of the following: operating systems, networks and databases, hardware/software interface, printer/peripheral equipment, tools, and design skills.

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307-268-2389
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      Rick Lamotte
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CMAP 1510 Computer Literacy (3L,2LB, 4CR):
This course is a survey of various methods to process data, emphasizing the personal computer and its impact on traditional business applications. Topics include input-output devices and advancements in computer hardware, software, and data communications. Two hours per week devoted to computer laboratory will be used to introduce the student to the computer hardware, system software, application software, and hands-on labs.

CMAP 1700 Word Processing I (.5L,1LB,1CR):
The following techniques will be presented: creating documents, deleting and inserting text, moving, copying, printing, formatting, using multiple documents, finding and replacing text, and running a spelling check. Extra laboratory work may be required. Keyboarding ability recommended.

CMAP 1705 Word Processing II (.5L,1LB,1CR):
The following techniques will be presented: additional editing and formatting skills, some DOS features, page numbering, boilerplates, special printing effects, math maneuvers, merge printing of form letters and envelopes, and producing mailing labels. Extra laboratory work may be required. Keyboarding ability.

CMAP 1710 Word Processing III (.5L,1LB,1CR):
The following techniques will be presented: preparing fill-in documents, conditional merge printing, automating document assembly, merging with math, creating tables of contents and indexes, adding soft fonts, working with data bases and spreadsheets, keyboarding macros and using additional advanced features. Extra laboratory work may be required. Prerequisite: CMAP 1705.

CMAP 1715 Word Processing (1L,4LB,3CR):
Will cover basic through advanced functions of word processing software. Training will be provided on microcomputers in the origination, processing, editing, and output of the document cycle. Various formats, applications, and exercises will be utilized to produce a variety of professional documents. Extra laboratory work may be required. A keyboarding speed of 30 wpm is needed to succeed. (Dual listing MOUS 1715.)

CMAP 1750 Spreadsheet Applications I (.5L,1LB,1CR):
Designed to integrate information processing and spreadsheet problems and to create applications for the modern business environment. Extra laboratory work may be required.

CMAP 1755 Spreadsheet Applications II (.5L,1LB,1CR):
This course is designed to integrate information processing and intermediate level spreadsheet problems and to create applications for the modern business environment. Prerequisite: CMAP 1750 or permission of the flex lab instructor.

CMAP 1760 Spreadsheet Applications III (.5L,1LB,1CR):
This course is designed to integrate information processing and advanced level spreadsheet problems and to create applications for the modern business environment. Prerequisite: CMAP 1755 or permission of the flex lab instructor.

CMAP 1765 Spreadsheet Applications (2L,2LB,3CR):
This course covers the features of Microsoft Excel. Topics include creating worksheets, charts, formulas; developing functions, formatting, Web queries, What-If analysis; creating static and dynamic Web pages, data tables, financial schedules; creating, sorting, and querying a list; creating templates; working with multiple worksheets and workbooks, object linking and embedding (OLE), using macros, importing data, and working with Pivot Charts.  (Dual listing MOUS 1765.)

CMAP 1800 Database Applications I (.5L,1LB,1CR):
The following operations will be presented: designing, creating, editing, sorting, indexing, and searching database files. Database files will be used with Wizards to create queries, tables, forms, and reports. Keyboarding skill equivalent of 20 wpm is needed to succeed.

CMAP 1805 Database Applications II (.5L,1LB,1CR):
This course is designed to integrate information processing and intermediate level database problems and to create applications for the modern business environment. Prerequisite: CMAP 1800 or permission of the flex lab instructor.

CMAP 1810 Database Applications III (.5L,1LB,1CR):
This course is designed to integrate information processing and advanced level database problems and to create applications for the modern business environment. Prerequisite: CMAP 1805 or permission of the flex lab instructor.

CMAP 1815 Database Applications (2L,2LB,3CR):
The following operations will be presented: designing, creating, editing, sorting, indexing, and searching database files. Database files will be used with Wizards to create queries, tables, forms, and reports. Students will apply operations and learn to use multiple databases, create advanced queries and custom forms and reports, integrate documents with other programs, and use the World Wide Web and hyperlink fields. Keyboarding skills equivalent to 20 wpm are needed to succeed. (Dual listing MOUS 1815.)

CMAP 1850 Desktop Publishing I (.5-,1.5L, 1-3LB,1-3CR):
Provides desktop publishing concepts and hands-on microcomputer training. Advanced techniques of integrating text and graphics to create various business documents will be emphasized. Extra laboratory work will be required. Prerequisite: CMAP 1715 or CMAP 1700,1705 and 1710 or permission of the instructor.

CMAP 1855 Desktop Publishing II (2L,2LB,3CR):
This course provides an introduction to desktop publishing. Topics include creating and editing single-page and multi-page publications, using wizards, commercial printing considerations, editing text, colors and graphic design objects, and creating flyers, newsletters, brochures, logos, calendars, and Web pages. Also included are topics covering business forms such as letterheads, business cards, envelopes, labels with mail merge, invoices, fax covers, tables, Web forms for e-commerce, and object linking and embedding.  Keyboarding skills equivalent to 20 wpm are needed to succeed.

CMAP 1886 Outlook (.5L,1LB,1CR):
Use your computer for an all-in-one organizer. Keep track of appointments, e-mail, faxes, addresses, to-do-lists, and reminder notes. Keyboarding skills equivalent to 20 wpm are needed to succeed.

CMAP 2630 Presentation Graphics (.5-2L,1-2LB,1-3CR):
Designed to provide a basic interactive component utilizing presentation software. Topics will include multimedia that interacts with image, sound, and text data. Procedures include authoring multimedia presentation projects using CD-ROMS, animation, sound files, and object linking and embedding technology. Extra laboratory work may be required. Completion of or concurrent enrollment in CMAP 1615 and CMAP 1715 are recommended. (Dual listing MOUS 2630.)

COSC 2210 Business Data Processing I (2L,2LB,3CR):
Study of relational database design techniques. Skills learned include relational table design, user interface design, and visual basic scripting. Microsoft Access, Microsoft SQL Server, and other relational databases will be used. Prerequisite: CMAP 1815, COSC 1010, or permission of the instructor.

COSC 2220 Business Data Processing II (2L,2LB,3CR):
Study of principles of database administration. Skills learned include installation and configuration of scalable databases, implementation of security modeling, and implementation of fault tolerance systems for Microsoft SQL Server databases. Prerequisite: COSC 2210.

CSCO 2000 Cisco: Internetworking I (3L,3CR):
This is the first semester of a four-semester CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate) certification based training program. This class focuses solely on networking fundamentals, and is not specific to Cisco products or technologies. For this reason, the course is cross-listed as MSFT 2578, Networking Essentials. Student learning will include an understanding of the OSI networking model, networking components, premises wiring, industry standards, networking topologies, and designs, and professional practices. Project learning experiences will include designing networks and the installation of network premises cabling. (Cross listed with MSFT 2578.)

CSCO 2010 Cisco: Advanced Internetworking I (2L,2LB,3CR):
This course is the second semester of a four semester CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate) certification based training program. This course focuses on router configuration and applying the networking principles outlined in CSCO 2000/MSFT 2578 to real world situations. Specific topics include router components and features, intermediate IP addressing, routing protocols, router modes and functions, access control lists, and network design.

CSCO 2020 Cisco: Advanced Internetworking II (4L,4CR):
This course is the third and forth semester of a four-semester CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate) certification based training program. This class focuses on the application of advanced routing protocols such as OSPF and EIGRP, advanced IP addressing, LAN switching and VLAN design, and the configuration of wide area network access using the point-to-point protocol (PPP), ISDN, and frame relay. Prerequisite: CSCO 2000 or MSFT 2578 and CSCO 2010 or concurrent enrollment in CSCO 2010.

IMGT 2400 Introduction to Information Management (3L,3CR)[E]:
Concerned with managing the use of information systems to make organizations more competitive and efficient. Specific topics include organizational and technical foundation of information systems and building and managing systems. Prerequisite: COSC 1200 or equivalent.

INET 1510 Web Site Analysis (2LB,1CR):
This course introduces methods of assessing Web site design and content via the Internet from home or from Casper College computer labs. It identifies issues, goals, and resources concerning Web site design. In this online course, the content is devoted to presentations, reports, collaborative activities, and analytical skills to critically appraise Web sites. Students gain knowledge to help them evaluate current trends of Web site design. Internet experience is recommended.

INET 1550 Introduction to the Internet (.5L,1LB,1CR):
This class is designed to prepare students to use the Internet in an informed and responsible manner. Course content includes electronic communication, methods for accessing information, and Internet activities of file transfer, telnet, listserv, and World Wide Web browsers. Ethical issues and acceptable use policies will be discussed. Keyboarding ability is recommended.

INET 1590 Web Page Design: (2L,2LB,3CR):
This course is an introduction to Web page authoring. Students develop basic skills in: designing, formatting, managing collections of related Web pages, finding WWW resources, and publishing to a server. Extra laboratory work may be required. Windows and Word experience are recommended.

MSFT 1520 Windows Server Networking (2L,2LB,3CR):
This course will introduce students to Microsoft Windows Server through lectures, demonstrations, discussions, and hands-on labs. Students will perform an attended and an unattended installation of Windows Server, and will learn about the various file systems supported by Windows. They will learn how to install and administer Active Directory services and how to manage Active Directory objects. Students will use Microsoft Management Console to monitor system performance, to administer Internet Information Services, and to administer user accounts, group accounts, and group policies. They will learn how to administer print services. They will learn how to install and administer network protocols and services such as virtual private networking, Routing and Remote Access Service, DHCP, WINS, and DNS. Students will learn how to back up data, implement disaster protection, and recover from disaster.

MSFT 1530 Managing Microsoft Windows Environment (2L,2LB,3CR):
The goal of this course is to provide the knowledge required by system administrators, network administrators, and IT professionals who implement, manage, and troubleshoot existing network and server environments based on the Microsoft Windows operating systems. Additionally, this course provides the skills and knowledge that Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA) certification candidates need to prepare for Microsoft Certified Professional Exam. Prerequisite: MSFT 1520 (or concurrent enrollment).

MSFT 1561 Windows Active Directory (2L,2LB,3CR):
This course will introduce students to Windows Directory and prepare them to plan, configure, and administer the Directory Infrastructure. They will learn how to configure the Domain Name System (DNS) to manage name resolution, schema, and replication. They will also learn how to use Directory to centrally manage users, groups, shared folders, and network resources, and to administer the user environment and software with group policy. This course shows students how to implement and troubleshoot security in a directory services infrastructure, and monitor and optimize Directory performance. Students will also learn how to deploy Windows remotely using Remote Installation Services (RIS). Prerequisite: MSFT 1520.

MSFT 1562 Windows Network Infrastructure (2L,2LB,3CR):
This course will show students how to plan their network infrastructure around features supported by Windows. Issues such as network protocols and services are compared based on the requirements of their organization. This includes compatibility with Novell NetWare, UNIX, and Macintosh computers. In addition, the importance of the Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) for enterprise networks is emphasized because of the new feature set of Windows. This includes using Domain Name System (DNS), Windows Internet Name Service (WINS), and Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) in Active Directory-enabled environments. You will also learn how to configure, manage, secure, and troubleshoot features and services for Windows enterprise networks, including routing and remote access. This course in intended for those who will support or administer Windows-based networks. Prerequisite: MSFT 1520.

MSFT 1568 Windows XP Professional (2L,2LB,3CR):
This course is designed to provide students with a foundation for supporting Windows Professional. Students will receive preparation to take MCSE Exam 70-270.

MSFT 1570 Designing Security for Windows (2L,2LB,3CR):
This course will introduce students to the process of designing the protection of a secure Microsoft Windows Server 2003 network infrastructure. Students will learn how to assemble the design team, model threats, and analyze security in order to meet business requirements for securing computers in a networked environment. The course encourages decision-making skills through an interactive tool that simulates real-life scenarios that students may encounter. Students are given the task of collecting the information and sorting through the details to resolve the given security requirement. Prerequisite: Completion or concurrent enrollment in MSFT 1520, MSFT 1568 or MSFT 2610 or permission of the instructor.

MSFT 1572 Implementing and Administering Security (2L,2LB,3CR):
This course will introduce students to the process of planning and implementing a Microsoft Windows Server 2003-based infrastructure security solution. Prerequisite: Completion or concurrent enrollment in MSFT 1520.

MSFT 1600 Implementing and Managing Microsoft Exchange Server 2003 (2L,2LB,3CR):
This course will introduce students to Microsoft Windows Exchange Server 2003. Students will learn how to support a reliable, secure messaging infrastructure. This infrastructure is used for creating, storing, and sharing information by using Microsoft Exchange Server 2003 in a medium to large-sized (250-5,000 users) messaging environment. This course offers a significant number of hands-on practices, discussions, and assessments that assist students in becoming proficient in the skills that are needed to update and support Exchange Server 2003. Preferred: a strong familiarity with networking concepts and a sound working knowledge of Microsoft Server 2003 and Active Directory.

MSFT 1601 Designing an Exchange Organization (2L,2LB,3CR):
This course will introduce students to the process needed to successfully design and plan an Exchange Server 2003 organization in an enterprise network, including a plan for designing an Exchange Server 5.5 to Exchange Server 2003 deployment strategy. Prerequisite: MSFT 1520, MSFT 1562 or permission of the instructor..

MSFT 2150 Windows Security (2L,2LB,3CR):
This course provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to design a security framework for small, medium, and enterprise networks by using Microsoft Windows 2000 technologies. Prerequisite: MSFT 1520.

MSFT 2578 Networking Essentials (3L,3CR):
This course serves as a general introduction for students to acquire a foundation in current network technologies for local area networks (LAN’s), wide area networks (WAN’s), and the Internet. The course provides an introduction to the hardware, software, terminology, components, design, and connections of a network, as well as the topologies and protocols for LANs. Prerequisite: working knowledge of software and hardware in stand-alone personal computers including installing applications, editing script files, and installing hardware. (Cross listed with CSCO 2000.)

MSFT 2610 Windows Vista (2L,2LB,3CR):
The purpose of this course is to offer all of the critical information students need to successfully move into a role as an IT professional and support Windows Vista in a business environment. Many hands-on exercises are included which allow students to practice skills as they are learned. Students will receive preparation to take MCSE exam 70-622. Prerequisite: MSFT 1568 or equivalent.

 

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