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COMPUTER COMP 006 Programming Fundamentals

Hours: 2.5 Lecture/Discussion Hours:
3unit(s)

1.5 Lab
The Computer department prepares students for entry-level employment
and/or potential further study in the field of computer programming This course introduces students to problem analysis and programming
and information systems through the study of skills in computer techniques for preparing computerized solutions using Visual Basic.
programming, web development, databases, maintaining computer Advisory on Recommended Preparation: COMP 005 or COMP 130 and
programs and databases, as well as general computer and office skills. BUS 270 or equivalent college course with a minimum grade of C or
equivalent skills as determined by departmental assessment. (C-ID
Career Opportunities: Upon successful completion of the program, COMP112)
students will be prepared for careers or employment in the following
fields: computer programming, web design, computer technical support, COMP 008 Programming Concepts (JAVA) 4unit(s)
database development/maintenance, and various office position Hours: 3.5 Lecture/Discussion Hours:
involving computers. 1.5 Lab

Contact Information This is an advanced computer class designed to teach students how to
plan and program typical business problems utilizing JAVA, a high-level,
Business Division Chair object-oriented language.
Advisory on Recommended Preparation: COMP 006 and BUS 270 or
Gabriel Giannandrea | (559) 737-6180 | [email protected]
equivalent college course with a minimum grade of C.
Kern: 711F | Visalia Campus
COMP 009 Advanced Application Software 3unit(s)
Dean of Business, Social Science, and Consumer Family Studies
Hours: 2.5 Lecture/Discussion Hours:
Jesse Wilcoxson, Ed.D. | (559) 737-6281 | [email protected] 1.5 Lab
Kern: 716 | Visalia Campus
This course advances the Visual Basic .NET techniques learned in COMP
Related Areas of Study: Computer Science (https://catalog.cos.edu/ 6 with the inclusion of file handling techniques, interconnectivity to an
areas-study/computer-science/) and Information Communications RDB (such as MS Access), and advanced software development using
Technology (https://catalog.cos.edu/areas-study/information- the management of visual objects on microcomputers. Emphasis of the
communications-technology/) course is on structure and style, using visual environments (windows and
graphs), program planning, and logic structures.

Associate Degree Advisory on Recommended Preparation: COMP 006 or equivalent college

course with a minimum grade of C or equivalent skills as determined by
• Associate of Science in Computer Programming & Information departmental assessment.
Systems (AS) (https://catalog.cos.edu/areas-study/computer/
associate-science-computer-programming-information-systems-not- COMP 130 Introduction to Personal Computers 4unit(s)
for-transfer-as/) Hours: 4 Lecture/Discussion
This course is designed to teach students how to use a computer.
Certificates Topics include an introduction to computer concepts/ Windows, word
processing, spreadsheet, and database applications. Transfer students
• Certificate of Achievement in Computer Applications (https://
should check with their counselors to see whether COMP 130 or COMP 5
catalog.cos.edu/areas-study/computer/certificate-achievement-
would be more appropriate for their major.
computer-applications/)
Advisory on Recommended Preparation: BUS 270 or BUS 360 or
• Certificate of Achievement in Computer Programming & Information equivalent college courses with a minimum grade of C or equivalent skills
Systems (https://catalog.cos.edu/areas-study/computer/certificate- as determined by departmental assessment.
achievement-computer-programming-information-systems/)
COMP 200 Ethics in Computer Programming 3unit(s)
For a complete list of courses and descriptions visit: COURSES (https:// Hours: 3 Lecture/Discussion
catalog.cos.edu/course-descriptions/) This course covers examples of ethical situations computer
programmers may face. Students will first study the Association for
Computing Machinery's (ACM) Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct.
COMP 005 Computer Concepts 4unit(s)
Using this, both current and historical examples of ethical situations
Hours: 4 Lecture/Discussion
as relates to computer programming and system development will be
Introduction to computers and their use. Topics include hardware and
discussed.
software, the Internet, the impact of computers on society, ethical issues,
and applications of computer technology in business. Students will work COMP 229 Web Page Design and Development 3unit(s)
with Windows, the Internet, word processing, electronic spreadsheets, Hours: 3 Lecture/Discussion
database programs, and presentation software. This course emphasizes the design and creation of web pages. Students
Advisory on Recommended Preparation: BUS 270 or BUS 360 or a will learn how to use a web publishing software program, such as
minimum keyboarding speed of 20 WPM. (C-ID ITIS120) Macromedia Dreamweaver, to create professional-looking web sites.
Advisory on Recommended Preparation: COMP 005 and LIBR 102 or
equivalent college course with a minimum grade of C.

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COMP 230 Java Script/XML 3unit(s) B.S., California Polytechnic State University
Hours: 2.5 Lecture/Discussion Hours: M.S., California State University, Fresno
1.5 Lab
Picciuto, Kevin
This course teaches students to use JavaScript and advanced HTML B.S., California State University, Chico
techniques to add functionality to web pages, including scrolling M.B.A., California State University, Fresno
messages, animations and dynamic images, data input forms, pop-up
forms, pop-up windows, and interactive forms.
Advisory on Recommended Preparation: COMP 229 or equivalent college
course with a minimum grade of C.

COMP 233 Database Processing 3unit(s)

Hours: 3 Lecture/Discussion
Database processing for microcomputers emphasizes relational
database theory, design, and implementation. Practical applications will
include using the database software to create tables, queries, forms, and
reports.
Advisory on Recommended Preparation: BUS 270 or BUS 360 or a
minimum keyboarding speed of 20 wpm and completion of COMP 130 or
COMP 005 or equivalent college courses with a minimum grade of C.

COMP 238 Spreadsheet for Business 3unit(s)

Hours: 3 Lecture/Discussion
Equivalent Course: COMP 138
This course emphasizes the design, creation, and use of spreadsheets for
business applications. Students will learn beginning to advanced features
of microcomputer spreadsheets, including proper use of formulas,
customizing charts, and using pivot tables.
Advisory on Recommended Preparation: BUS 270 or BUS 360 or
minimum keyboarding speed of 20 wpm.

COMP 250 Software Fabrication 3unit(s)

Hours: 2.5 Lecture/Discussion Hours:
1.5 Lab

This course will give an introduction to the study of software fabrication.

Students will study topics including the software development life cycle,
estimation, motivation, teamwork, feature-set control, task scheduling
and productivity tools.
Prerequisites: COMP 006 or COMP 008 or equivalent college course with
a minimum grade of C.

Computer
Arnold, Craig
B.A., California State University, Fresno
M.S., California State University, Fresno

Bettencourt, Brian
B.S., California State University, San Jose
M.B.A., National University

Bosma, Tara
B.S., Pepperdine University
M.S., San Diego State University

Gutierrez, Jessica
B.S., Fresno Pacific University
M.B.A., Grand Canyon University

Hinojosa, Andy
B.S., California State University, Fresno
M.B.A., California State University, Fresno

Mazzola, Susan

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