INTERNET TECHNOLOGY
Programs: AS-5280 & AAS-5280

CGS 1061C Introduction to Computers and Information Systems
3 hrs., 3 credits.
Students will learn the basic terminology associated with computers with a special emphasis on the micro. They will also become familiar with word processing, spreadsheets, Powerpoint, and the Windows environment. Hands-on labs will be used to reinforce class work. For this class, the laboratory time required averages 3 hours per week.

CGS 1555 Basic Internet Business Fundamentals
3 hrs., 3 credits.
This course will provide the inexperienced business user with the knowledge and skills necessary to browse the Web, communicate via e-mail, and participate in a news or discussion group. It will also provide the student with an understanding of the Internet in general, and the technological and business directions in which the development of the Web is headed. The audience is business users with little or no particular online, Internet, Web, or e-mail experience.

CGS 2069 Advanced Internet Business Fundamentals
3 hrs., 3 credits. Prerequisite: CGS 1555
This course introduces the necessary knowledge and skills required to develop and start a business on the Internet. Topics include an over view of Internet commerce, business basics, advertising, marketing and security issues.

CGS 2555 HTML Fundamentals
3 hrs., 3 credits. Prerequisite: CGS 1061C
This course teaches the key skills required to develop a well-designed and secure Web site. Participants will learn to use HTML to publish Web pages. Learn to describe the World Wide Web as it relates to the Internet; Internet protocols; uniform resource locators; browser software; and HTML documents. Plan and develop an HTML document to build a Web site. Enhance HTML documents. Employ multimedia technologies to enhance the usability and appeal of HTML documents.

CGS 2561C Operating Systems Technologies
3 hrs., 3 credits. Prerequisite: CGS 1601C
This course will present the student with the knowledge and skills necessary to complete the Operating System Technology exam for the CompTia A+ certification and prepare them for further studies in the Computer Network Engineering Technology Program. Topics covered include basic knowledge of command line prompt utilities and commands, Windows 9x and Windows 2000 installation, and configuration. Students will also learn how to troubleshoot, and repair microcomputer operating systems faults.

CGS 2825 Web Site Management
3 hrs., 3 credits.
This course provides the student with the necessary skills to establish and maintain a Web environment by concentrating on the establishment and maintenance of Web servers, FTP servers, and Domain Name servers. Other elements of the course will include security and firewalls, Proxy servers, Mail servers, List servers, News servers, Audio and Video servers, Chat servers, establishing access policies, MIME types and enabling CGI applications. This should be one of the last courses the student takes in the Internet Technology A.S. and A.A.S. Degree programs.

CGS 2941 Web Design Practicum/Internship
3 hrs., 3 credits. Prerequisites: CET 1485, CGS 1560C, CGS 2069, COP 2800, COP 2822, GEB 1011, GRA 1541C, PSY 2235C and VIC 2310C.
A coordinated work study course involving class work and field experience. Students will participate in hands on activities by assisting with Web page development and/or with server implementation. Objectives determined by the student and faculty coordinator will be used to evaluate the student. This should be one of the last courses the student takes in Internet Technology A.S. and A.A.S. Degree programs. The student will attend a minimum of 3 clock hours per week in the practicum/internship experience.

COP 1006 Programming Techniques
3 hrs., 3 credits. Prerequisite: CGS 1061C or CGS 1100
Students will learn about designing structured programs along with problem solving. Students will survey programming languages/environments including BASIC and C++. Hands-on labs will be used to reinforce class work.

COP 2800 JavaScript Fundamentals
3 hrs., 3 credits. Prerequisite: COP 1006 or CGS 1555
This course introduces scripting languages used to enhance Web documents. Focus is on the use of scripts and how they relate to the Web environment. Students will develop applications using a scripting language such as Visual Basic, JavaScript, and/or Perl.

COP 2822 Advanced HTML Authoring
3 hrs., 3 credits. Prerequisite: CGS 2555 and CGS 2825
This course introduces the student to the fundamentals of Web page authoring. Students will learn how to use HTML to create web pages, generate HTML links, and graphics, create image maps, tables, frames, and forms. Advanced techniques include new HTML tags, virtual reality, audio, video, presentation of other non-standard data, and how to use FTP to upload and download files.

GEB 1011 Introduction to Business
3 hrs., 3 credits.
This course examines the role and function of business enterprise within our economic framework. Includes study of the interrelationships of management, marketing, production, and finance. Designed to help students select their field of business specialization and provide a foundation for advanced courses in business.

GRA 1541C Computer Graphics Production
2 hrs. Lecture, 2 hrs. Lab, 3 credits.
This course covers the process of digital graphic production from conceptual beginnings to final output of a client's product. Students will receive hands-on training in applying industry standards software to support graphic production needs for print, digital presentation and Internet publication.

PGY 2850C Introduction to Multimedia Computer Presentation
2 hrs. Lecture, 2 hrs. Lab, 3 credits.
This is an introductory course to electronic multimedia presentations. The course combines an examination of aesthetic and technical concerns associated with presentation development with hands-on experience in the production process from design to creation. Whenever possible, the projects students complete will be "real-world" ones. The course focuses on presentation development using software packages Powerpoint, and Photoshop.

VIC 2301C Advanced Multimedia Computer Presentations
2 hrs. Lecture, 2 hrs. Lab, 3 credits.
This is an advanced course in the design and development of multimedia presentations. This course begins with an examination of both the principles of design and technical aspects of electronic presentation development. The focus then shifts to HTML creation using a variety of methods such as text editors, word processors, and dedicated WYSIWYG HTML editors. Use of HTML documents and web browsers as presentation tools will be considered as well as using the web to globally publish interactive information. Throughout the course, students will produce individual projects and group projects with "real world" focus. Students will have an opportunity to post personal websites on the PCC webserver. Proficiency in the use of Windows '95 is strongly recommended.

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