Web Course (Asynchronous)

This course prepares students to use server-side web technologies. The course covers the concepts, design and basic coding of advanced web applications, and is currently using PHP with MySQL Database.

The Server+ course covers system hardware, software, storage, best practices in an IT environment, disaster recovery and troubleshooting. This class prepares the successful student to take and pass CompTIA's Server+ certification which is a globally accepted certification.

This class is targeted for people with little or no SQL knowledge. The objective of this course is to familiarize students with the database concepts that they will need to be effective programmers. Although this course utilizes MySQL because of its open source nature, the topics presented in this course are fundamental and should apply to all relational databases. Course accents hands-on learning in a Structured Query Language (SQL) and SQL procedures.

This course covers a variety of topics: installing and configuring a Linux Server, managing users and groups, securing the system and much more. Students should complete CIT 173 or have knowledge of Linux fundamentals before attending this course.

An introduction to the Linux Operating System. Topics include Linux origin, file systems, user commands and utilities, graphical user interfaces, text editors, manual pages and shells. Students are expected to have basic computer literacy prior to enrolling in this course.

This course concentrates on client-side scripting. Client-side technologies are used to validate form data, as well as to provide ways of interacting with visitors. This class builds upon the information presented in CIT 151- Beginning Web Development (HTML5, XHTML and JavaScript), and will also provide an introduction to server-side scripting.

This course introduces students to HTML5 and XHTML coding and Web page development. Topics cover creating and managing a Web site and developing/ designing Web pages, including tables and forms. Students will also learn to enhance Web pages with cascading style sheets, multimedia, and JavaScript. Web Standards and best practices are emphasized. No prior HTML experience is necessary.

This course is a comprehensive overview of the primary operating systems and the support of hardware devices. The class will also demonstrate the integration between hardware and software. Emphasis is on installing, configuring, troubleshooting and upgrading a PC and working with computer users as an IT technician.

This course covers basic networking terminology, network components, transmission media and protocols. It focuses on the OSI model of network computing. Course serves as preparation for the CompTIA Network+ exam.

A course for students with no science background. A general introduction into topics in inorganic and organic chemistry as related to environmental and energy issues in modern society. Four laboratory experiences are required through the course period.