CIS 120 Computer Information Science 1 4 class hrs/wk, 4 cr. Introduces terminology and overview of the historical development of computer and information science. Focuses on the basic concepts of computer hardware and software systems, the science of information representation, and the fundamental elements of program design and computer language. Concepts are reinforced in a laboratory environment. First in a three-course sequence. Prerequisite: MTH 070 and RD 115, or equivalent level of skill as demonstrated by satisfactory score on placement test. (May be offered via Distance Education.) CIS 121 Computer Information Science 2 4 class hrs/wk, 4 cr. Introduces the fundamental logic in designing specific algorithms for processing information typified by management information systems. Concepts are reinforced in a laboratory environment. Second in a three-course sequence. Prerequisite: CIS 120 or concurrent enrollment, or consent of instructor. (May be offered via Distance Education.) CIS 122 Computer Information Science 3 4 class hrs/wk, 4 cr. Introduces software and languages that are used in today’s network environment. Covers features of object oriented design and programming concepts and contrasts them with structured methodology and related language. Serves as the third in a three-part sequence. Prerequisite: CIS 121 or consent of instructor. (Offered via Distance Education.)