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Computer Science
COMSC-010 Computer Network Fundamentals - 3 Units
ADVISORY: Eligibility for ENGL-100 LMC Degree: DA Transfer: CSU This course introduces the architecture, structure, functions, components, and models of the Internet and other computer networks. The principles and structure of IP (Internet Protocol) addressing and the fundamentals of Ethernet concepts, media, and operations are introduced to provide a foundation for further study of computer networks. It uses the OSI (Open Systems Interconnection) and TCP (Transmission Control Protocol) layered models to examine the nature and roles of protocols and services at the application, network, data link, and physical layers. May not be repeated. LR
Online and Hybrid Sections
0883 ONLINE Asghary Karahroudy, A Semester Note: Online course. All instruction will be online. Go to www.losmedanos.edu/onlineclasses for course access information.
ADVISORY: Eligibility for ENGL-100; COMSC-010 LMC Degree: DA Transfer: CSU An introduction to the fundamental principles and topics of Information Technology Security and Risk Management at the organizational level. It addresses hardware, software, processes, communications, applications, and policies and procedures with respect to organizational Cybersecurity and Risk Management. Preparation for the CompTIA Security+ certification exams. May not be repeated. LR
Online and Hybrid Sections
0884 TH 12:00-2:05pm CC2-236 Asghary Karahroudy, A Semester
COMSC-030 Web Site Development-Part I - 1.5 Units
ADVISORY: ENGL-100 LMC Degree: DA Transfer: CSU This course will teach students how to program web pages for the Internet using HTML and XHTML, and other web software programs. Understanding the structure of HTML and XHTML is essential to edit and troubleshoot websites. The course also includes website design and layout, how Internet websites perform, and how to create a website for a business, eBay, educational purposes, a nonprofit organization, or personal use. May not be repeated. SC
Online and Hybrid Sections
9544 ONLINE Young, D 8/22-10/14 Note: Online course. All instruction will be online. Go to www.losmedanos.edu/onlineclasses for course access information.
COMSC-031 Web Site Development - Part II - 1.5 Units
ADVISORY: COMSC-030 or have experience with the Internet or experience with web-development software LMC Degree: DA Transfer: CSU This course is an introduction to different web designing software programs used to design a website. It covers the layout and organizing of content, photos, video, sounds, and graphics on a web page, selecting a domain name, finding a web host, and how to upload web pages to the Internet. Students will design a website for their business, educational, non-profit, or personal use. May not be repeated. SC
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9545 ONLINE Young, D 10/17-12/9 Note: Online course. All instruction will be online. Go to www.losmedanos.edu/onlineclasses for course access information. COMSC-037 Help Desk Customer Technical Support - 3 Units
ADVISORY: COMSC-040 LMC Degree: DA Transfer: CSU A basic course in the skills and tools required for entry level I/T support specialist positions. This includes how to analyze computer related problems and formulate action plans; best practices in comunicating with end users; and using diagnostics tools. In addition, students will learn soft skills to improve employability in the I/T sector. May not be repeated. LR
Online and Hybrid Sections
0945 ONLINE Jones, S Semester Note: Online course. All instruction will be online. Go to www.losmedanos.edu/onlineclasses for course access information.
4 Units
ADVISORY: Eligibility for ENGL-100 LMC Degree: DA Transfer: CSU Examination of information systems and their role in business. Focus on information systems, database management systems, networking, e-commerce, ethics and security, computer systems hardware and software components. Application of these concepts and methods through hands-on projects in the fundamentals of computer programming and developing computer-based solutions to business problems. May not be repeated. LR
Online and Hybrid Sections
7909 ONLINE Jones, S Semester Note: Online course. All instruction will be online. Go to www.losmedanos.edu/onlineclasses for course access information. 7911 ONLINE Staff, L Semester Note: Online course. All instruction will be online. Go to www.losmedanos.edu/onlineclasses for course access information.
ADVISORY: ENGL-100 LMC Degree: DA Transfer: UC; CSU This course is designed to be an introduction to the C programming language. We use a C++ text because C is a subset of C++ and is an object-oriented language. C++ has evolved into one of the leading programming languages in the computer software industry. C++ compilers are available on all platforms ranging from microcomputers to mainframes. The course will include structured program design, programming style, documentation, modular design, code reusability, program verification and testing, data abstraction, information hiding, and data structuring. Problems will come from the areas of business. May not be repeated. SC
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0910 ONLINE Asghary Karahroudy, A Semester Note: Online course. All instruction will be online. Go to www.losmedanos.edu/onlineclasses for course access information.
COMSC-051 Java for Programmers - 3 Units
ADVISORY: ENGL-100 LMC Degree: DA Transfer: UC; CSU This course is an introduction to Java programming which is used by companies of all sizes as the main programming language to develop various applications and projects worldwide. Students will be introduced to the basic skills needed to write, compile, and run simple Java applications. Topics covered are project designing, object-oriented programming, console applications, graphics applications and many other elements of the Java language. May not be repeated. SC
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1306 ONLINE Mistal, J Semester Note: Online course. All instruction will be online. Go to www.losmedanos.edu/onlineclasses for course access information.
ADVISORY: COMSC-060; ENGL-100 LMC Degree: DA Transfer: CSU Advanced Microcomputer Applications is designed to focus primarily on the graphics aspects of a number of popular software applications. Students learn desktop publishing aspects, font management, line drawing, graphic elements, and creating page layout. Instruction focuses on advanced topics including mail merge, vector graphic creation, text effects, newsletters, and the integration of images and data from several popular applications, bringing it all together to create exciting publications applicable for business and personal use.May not be repeated. SC
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0951 ONLINE Stanton, K Semester Note: Online course. All instruction will be online. Go to www.losmedanos.edu/onlineclasses for course access information. COMSC-122 Programming Concepts & Methodologies I - 3 Units
ADVISORY: ENGL-100 LMC Degree: DA Transfer: UC; CSU; C-ID COMP 122; C-ID ITIS 130 This course introduces the discipline of computer science with practical hands-on problem solving using a “high-level” computer programming language. The course will include basic syntax and semantics of a “high-level” language, variables, types, expressions, assignment, basic computation, simple I/O, conditional and iterative control structures, functions and parameter passing, structured decomposition, program design, programming style, algorithms and problem solving strategies, overview of programming languages, binding, visibility, scoping, and lifetime management. May not be repeated. SC 0939 MW 11:10-12:35pm CO-103 Littlefield, W Semester
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0940 ONLINE Littlefield, W Semester Note: Online course. All instruction will be online. Meetings will be on Tuesday from 6:40pm - 9:50pm. Go to www.losmedanos.edu/onlineclasses for course access information.
PREREQUISITE: COMSC-122 or equivalent ADVISORY: ENGL-100 LMC Degree: DA Transfer: UC; CSU; C-ID COMP 132 This course covers techniques relevant to program design and selection of data structures for larger programs. Topics covered include design techniques, effective use of recursion, algorithmic efficiency and O-notation, linked-lists, stacks, queues, trees, hash tables, heaps, graphs and sorting and searching techniques. Extensive programming of a variety of data structures is required. May not be repeated. SC 0949 MW 12:45-2:10pm CO-103 Asghary Karahroudy, A Semester
COMSC-091 Information & Communication Technology
Essentials - 4 Units
ADVISORY: COMSC-040, or working knowledge of PC systems and operating systems; eligibility for ENGL-100 LMC Degree: DA Transfer: CSU; CID ITIS 110 This course provides an introduction to the computer hardware and software skills needed to help meet the growing demand for entry-level ICT professionals. The fundamentals of computer hardware and software as well as advanced concepts such as security, networking, and the responsibilities of an ICT professional will be introduced. Preparation for CompTIA’s A+ certification exam. May not be repeated. LR
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0848 ONLINE Lipscomb, J Semester Note: Online course. All instruction will be online. Go to www.losmedanos.edu/onlineclasses for course access information. COMSC-142 Computer Architecture and Organization - 3 Units
ADVISORY: ENGL-100 LMC Degree: DA Transfer: UC; CSU; C-ID COMP 142 The organization and behavior of real computer systems at the assembly-language level. The mapping of statements and constructs in a “high-level” language into sequences of machine instructions is studied, as well as the internal representation of simple data types and structures. Numerical computation is examined, noting the various data representation errors and potential procedural errors. May not be repeated. SC 0950 M 6:40-9:50pm CO-103 Young, D Semester
ADVISORY: COMSC-040; eligibility for ENGL-100 LMC Degree: DA Transfer: CSU; CID ITIS 165 This course is an introduction to the methods used to properly conduct a computer forensics investigation beginning with a discussion of ethics, while mapping to the objectives of the International Association of Computer Investigative Specialists (IACIS) certification. Topics covered include an overview of computer forensics as a profession; the computer investigation process; understanding operating systems boot processes and disk structures; data acquisition and analysis; technical writing; and a review of familiar computer forensics tools. May not be repeated. LR
Online and Hybrid Sections
0926 ONLINE Asghary Karahroudy, A Semester Note: Online course. All instruction will be online. Go to www.losmedanos.edu/onlineclasses for course access information.
