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PROGRAMS / COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course provides an in-depth knowledge of several
different database management systems (DBMS) and
an understanding of the basic relational, network, or
hierarchical database structures which they use. Issues
of privacy, security, protection, integrity, redundancy,
distributed database concepts, data manipulation and
query languages are covered. Students will learn how
these concepts and facilities are implemented on
common microcomputer-based DBMS products and will
learn “hands-on” how these common features are
implemented in a variety of such products.
CIS 281 DATABASE MANAGEMENT
Units: 4.0 - 48-54 hours lecture and 48-54 hours
laboratory. CSU (Prerequisite: CIS 280 or equivalent)
This course teaches students the concepts and
implementation of a relational database model and
object-oriented database model. This course covers the
common languages used for data manipulation and
information retrieval. The course is a practical approach
to train students to analyze design and create
databases for businesses and organizations.
CIS 287A STRUCTURED QUERY LANGUAGE A
Units: 2.0 - 16-18 hours lecture and 48-54 hours
laboratory. CSU. (Prerequisite: CIS 280 with a grade of
‘C’ or better.)
First module of manipulating data and databases using
Structured Query Language (SQL). Topics include
concepts of databases and SQL, creating and using
databases, and performing queries.
CIS 287B STRUCTURED QUERY LANGUAGE B
Units: 2.0 - 16-18 hours lecture and 48-54 hours
laboratory. CSU. (Prerequisite: CIS 287A with a grade
of ‘C’ or better.)
The second course teaching the management of data
and databases using Structured Query Language
(SQL). Topics include: working with multiple tables, data
normalization, views, indexes, dealing with data
problems, and improving the performance of data
manipulation.
CIS 288A ORACLE A
Units: 2.0 - 16-18 hours lecture and 48-54 hours
laboratory. CSU. (Prerequisite: CIS 280; Recommended
preparation: CIS 281)
An introduction to using the Oracle relational database
management system. This is the first of two modules.
Topics include the structure, nature, and use of
databases, working with database projects, dealing with
the various data types, and querying databases.
CIS 288B ORACLE B
Units: 2.0 - 16-18 hours lecture and 48-54 hours
laboratory. CSU. (Prerequisite: CIS 288A or equivalent)
This second course on Oracle continues instruction on
the Oracle relational database management system.
Topics include using database administration tools,
querying databases, keeping data safe and secure, and
using databases in group environments.
CIS 290A MS SQL SERVER ADMINISTRATION A
Units: 2.0 - 16-18 hours lecture and 48-54 hours
laboratory. CSU. (Prerequisite: CIS 280 with a grade of
‘C’ or better. Recommended Preparation: CIS 281)
The MS SQL Server is Microsoft’s database server
software. This course teaches students how to
administer the database system using MS SQL Server.
This course discusses the basics of client/server
database computing, the planning and installation of
SQL Server, and normal operation of SQL Server.
CIS 290B MS SQL SERVER ADMINISTRATION B
Units: 2.0 - 16-18 hours lecture and 48-54 hours
laboratory. CSU. (Prerequisite: CIS 290A with a grade
of ‘C’ or better.)
The MS SQL Server is Microsoft’s database server
software. This course is the continuation of CIS 290A. It
will review the basic features of SQL Server
administration and then focus on advanced topics of
using SQL Server such as performance and tuning.
COMPUTER INTEGRATED
DESIGN AND GRAPHICS (CIDG)
Design Your Future
The Computer Integrated Design and Graphics (CIDG)
at Victor Valley College is growing to keep pace with our
High Desert community. We have many new and
exciting courses, programs, and certificates to meet the
needs of our students. Our focus is on designing
courses and certificate programs that will provide
students with the knowledge and skills to secure a job in
a career field that has unlimited potential.
The cornerstone of the department remains our
Computer Aided Drafting & Design (CADD) program.
There are five new certificates that have been designed
to meet the needs of students new to the field of CADD
and those experienced professionals looking to upgrade
their software knowledge. A core certificate is offered for
students with a limited knowledge of drafting,
mathematics and blueprint reading. (Drafting Technician
I) Two entry-level certificates are offered in the areas of
CADD and Computer Animation. We have also included
two specialized certificates in the areas of Architectural
CADD and Civil CADD.
COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS
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