CIS 110 SYLLABUS
Intro to Computer Science
Instructor: Professor Ronald C. Brown
Office: Building 29 Room 100
Phone: 650-574-6691
E-mail: rcbrown@immersionsystems.com
Office Hours Monday, Wednesday and Friday 11:00am-1:00pm
Class meets Monday, Wednesday and Friday in Building 19 10:10am-11:00am

Course Description:
As a student in this course, you will learn the most important topics in Computer Concepts, including computer hardware, software, the Internet, e-mail, programming, security, and much more. No prior computer experience with these topics is assumed.

You will first be presented with an overview of the text and accompanying Web sites and multimedia elements, followed by an introduction to Computers and Digital Basics.   You will then learn about computer hardware, software, operating systems, and file management.  We’ll then move on to LANs and WLANs, the Internet, the Web and e-mail, before we move on to look at digital media and the computer industry.  We wrap up the course with more advanced topics, such as information systems, databases, and computer programming.  By the close of this course, you should have a well-rounded education in the most important topics in computer concepts and the IT industry.

Text/Materials:
Text: Parsons/Oja, New Perspectives on Computer Concepts, 2010 Edition, Course Technology, 2009.  ISBN-13: 978-1-4239-0610-0; ISBN-10: 1-4239-0610-1
Software: Microsoft Windows 98, NT, 2000 or higher, Microsoft Excel 2003, and Internet Explorer will be used.  Instructor will provide information on how to use these packages.
Handouts: Additional handouts may be required. Instructor will provide information on obtaining this material.

Teaching Methods:
1.     Lectures: Important material from the text and outside sources will be covered in class. Students should plan to take careful notes as not all material can be found in the texts or readings. Discussion is encouraged as is student-procured outside material relevant to topics being covered.
2.     Assignments: End of chapter activities and online activities will be assigned weekly to reinforce material in the text. These assignments may require the application of various software packages.
3.     Quizzes: Occasional unannounced quizzes will be given to help ensure students stay up with assigned material.
4.     Exams: Three exams will be administered. Exams will be closed book/notes and will test assigned readings and material discussed in class. Review sheets will be provided prior to the exam day. The final exam will not be comprehensive in nature. However, the instructor reserves the right to retest on material that was not appropriately comprehended. These topics will be noted on exam review sheets.
5.     Participation: Student participation will be graded by the level of class participation and attendance. 

Grading:

Total points will be computed as follows. The total points for quizzes, cases, and assignments may vary.
Quizzes #1:  30%
Midterm #2:  20 %
Final #3:  20%
Assignments:  30 %

A             >= 90
B             >= 80
C             >= 70
D             >= 65

Course Policies:
Missed Classes: The student is responsible for obtaining material distributed on class days when he/she was absent. This can be done through contacting a classmate who was present or by contacting the instructor during his office hours or other times. Missed or late quizzes can not be made up under any circumstances but with good cause and adequate notice, an early quiz may be given. One quiz (lowest score) will be dropped at the end of the semester.

Assignments: All assignments are due at the beginning of class on the date due. Late submission of assignments will be assessed a penalty of 10% per day. No exceptions are made.

Academic Dishonesty: Plagiarism and cheating are serious offenses and may be punished by failure on exam, paper or project; failure in course; and or expulsion from the University. For more information refer to the "Academic Dishonesty" policy in the University Undergraduate Catalog.  For this class, it is permissible to assist classmates in general discussions of computing techniques. General advice and interaction are encouraged. Each person, however, must develop his or her own solutions to the assigned projects, assignments, and tasks. In other words, students may not "work together" on graded assignments.

Need for Assistance: If you have any condition, such as a physical or learning disability, which will make it difficult for you to carry out the work as I have outlined it, or which will require academic accommodations, please notify me as soon as possible.

Internet Support: Check the class Web page for additional information about Office 2003, or to post a question about this course.

Posting of Grades: If you wish to have your final exam returned to you, please bring a self-addressed, stamped envelope to the exam.  All other exams will be returned in class within one week following administration.

Incomplete Policy: Students will not be given an incomplete grade in the course without sound reason and documented evidence as described in the Student Handbook. In any case, for a student to receive an incomplete, he or she must be passing and must have completed a significant portion of the course.

Course Outline

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        CIS 151 Data Networks Fundamentals

Fall, 2009

General Course Information

Instructor: Professor Ronald C. Brown
Office: Build 29 Room 100
Office Hours: Monday, Wednesday and Friday 11:00am – 1:00pm
Phone: 650-574-6691
E-mail: datanetworks@immersionsystems.com
             brownr@smccd.edu

Classroom: On-line WebAccess

Online Weekly Chat Sessions on Thursday 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Prerequisites: none

Textbook: Computer Networking a Top Down Approach
Authors Kurose and Ross Fifth Edition. Pearson 2009, ISBN 10: 0-13-607967-9. ISBN-13: 978-0-13-607967-5

Student Learning Objectives
This course introduces students to the techniques and tools of Data Network Trouble Shooting. Students will receive step-by-step explanations on how to use WireShark Network Sniffing tool which allow students to practice skills as they are learned. And the end of this course student will have a strong foundation in Network Theory and practical approaches to diagnosing and troubleshooting a Data Network.

Specific topic coverage includes:

1. Computer Networks and the Internet
2. Application Layer
3. Transport Layer
4. Network Layer
5. The Link Layer and Local Area Networks
6. Wireless and Mobile Networks
7. Multimedia Networking
8. Security in Computer Networks
9. Network Management

1. Web Site  CSM Web Access

Web Access class announcements, the course syllabus, test dates, and other information for the course.

E-Mail

All students are requested to obtain an e-mail account. If you have any questions about the course or need assistance, please contact me in person or by telephone during office hours; or by e-mail at any time. Also, you may submit the end-of-chapter case project assignments in class on the due date or by e-mail with a date stamp at or before
5:00 PM on the due date. E-mail submissions should be submitted as an attachment in Microsoft Word format.

Grading and Evaluation Criteria

40% of the grade is based on a midterm and a final examination.

50% of the grade is based on WireShark Labs and Chat Participation. 

10% of the grade is based on review question assignments at the end of each chapter in the text.

16-Week Course Outline

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CIS 479 Security Fundamentals
Fall, 2009

General Course Information

Instructor: Professor Ronald C. Brown
Office: Building 29 Room 100
Office Hours: Monday, Wednesday and Friday 11:00am – 1:00pm
Phone: 650-574-6691
Mail:
E-mail: brownr@smccd.edu
security@immersionsystems.com
Web site: Web Access Class Site
Classroom: Online
Class Times: Weekly Chat Session Monday 6:00pm-7:00pm
Prerequisites:

Textbook: Mark Ciampa, Security+ Guide to Network Security Fundamentals. Course Technology Incorporated, 2009, ISBN 13: 978-1-4283-4066-4

Student Learning Objectives
This course is a comprehensive guide for anyone wishing to take the CompTIA Security+ 2008 exam. The course covers all of the new CompTIA Security+ 2008 exam objectives and maps to the new Security+ 2008 exam.  The course covers newly covered exam topics including cross site scripting, SQL injection, rootkits, and virtualization, as well as topics of increasing importance in the industry as a whole, like the latest breeds of attackers, Wi-Fi Protected Access 2, and Microsoft Windows Vista security.

Specific topic coverage includes:
Introduction to Security
System Threats and Risks
Protecting Systems
Network Vulnerabilities and Attacks
Network Defenses
Wireless Network Security
Access Control Fundamentals
Authentication
Performing Vulnerability Assessments
Conducting Security Audits
Basic Cryptography
Applying Cryptography
Business Continuity Planning and Procedures
Policies and Legislation

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• Web Site Web Access Class Site

The Web site contains class notes, class announcements, the course syllabus, test dates, and other information for the course.

E-Mail

All students are requested to obtain an e-mail account. If you have any questions about the course or need assistance, please contact me in person or by telephone during office hours; or by e-mail at any time. Also, you may submit assignments by e-mail. E-mail submissions should be submitted as an attachment in Microsoft Word format.

Grading and Evaluation Criteria

70% of the grade is based on quizzes.

10% of the grade is based Term Paper.

20% of the grade is based on Weekly Class Chat Room session participation.

• 14-Week Course Outline

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CIS 489       
Computer Forensics Fundamentals

Fall, 2009

General Course Information

Instructor: Professor Ronald C. Brown
Office: Build 29 Room 100
Office Hours: Monday, Wednesday and Friday 11:00am – 1:00pm
Phone: 650-574-6691
E-mail: forensics@immersionsystems.com
Office: Build 29 Room 100
Online Weekly Chat Sessions on Thursday 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Prerequisites: none

Textbook: Bill Nelson, Amelia Phillips, Frank Enfinger, Christopher Steuart, Guide to Computer Forensics and Investigations, Third Edition. Course Technology Incorporated, 2008, ISBN 10: 1-4180-6733-4. ISBN-13: 978-1-4180-6733-5

Student Learning Objectives
This course introduces students to the techniques and tools of computer forensics investigations. Students will receive step-by-step explanations on how to use the most popular forensic tools. The course maps to the objectives of the International Association of Computer Investigative Specialists (IACIS) certification to provide credible, standards-based information. Topics include coverage of the latest technology including PDAs, cell phones, and thumb drives. Many hands-on activities are included, which allow students to practice skills as they are learned.

Specific topic coverage includes:

1. Computer Forensics and Investigation as a Profession
2. Understanding Computing Investigations
3. The Investigator's Office and Laboratory
4. Data Acquisitions
5. Processing Crime and Incident Scenes
6. Working with Windows and DOS Systems
7. Current Computer Forensics Tools
8. Macintosh and Linux Boot Processes and File Systems
9. Computer Forensics Analysis and Validation
10. Recovering Graphics Files
11. Network Forensics
12. E-mail Investigations
13. Cell Phone and Mobile Device Forensics
14. Report Writing for High-Tech Investigations
15. Expert Testimony in High-Tech Investigations
16. Ethics for the Expert Witness

1. Web Site

Web Access class announcements, the course syllabus, test dates, and other information for the course.

E-Mail

All students are requested to obtain an e-mail account. If you have any questions about the course or need assistance, please contact me in person or by telephone during office hours; or by e-mail at any time. Also, you may submit the end-of-chapter case project assignments in class on the due date or by e-mail with a date stamp at or before
5:00 PM on the due date. E-mail submissions should be submitted as an attachment in Microsoft Word format.

Grading and Evaluation Criteria

40% of the grade is based on a midterm and a final examination. On-line class review will be held prior to each examination.

40% of the grade is based on quizzes. 

20% of the grade is based on Term Paper and Hands-On Projects at the end of each chapter in the text.

14-Week Course Outline