Burton Borlongan

Residential Faculty - Computer Information Systems

Computer Information Systems

Office: BP 43A - Room: 53

480-461-7463

Office Hours

MondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFriday
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM12:00 PM - 1:00 PM3:00 PM - 4:00 PM4:00 PM - 5:00 PM9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Online

Online

Online

Online

Online

Monday/Wednesday Office Hours are also in the BA Multi-Use lab

Classes Taught

Fall 2023

CIS107 The Electronic Game Industry 3 Credits

Introduction to the electronic game industry, including history, market, distribution and publishing channels, business models, team roles, and career landscape. Technical topics covered include software engineering, artificial intelligence, game physics, computer graphics, and networking.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CIS105 or permission of Instructor.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
17312
Dobson Campus
Hybrid
Lecture/Lab
08/22/2023 - 10/13/2023
TuTh
12:00 PM - 1:15 PM

Open

10 of 20
Seats Available

Notes: Hybrid classes include face-to-face format on campus at the time listed in the class schedule. The other part will be held online either without a set time to attend or a Live Online session. Students enrolling in a hybrid class acknowledge they already possess the skills described in the Minimum Computer and Technology Requirements at https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 17312 Students may contact instructor at: burton.borlongan@mesacc.edu

Fall Flex Start 2023

CIS120DC Introduction to Adobe Animate 3 Credits

Focuses on entry-level skill expectations for digital animation using Adobe Animate. Covers basic animation techniques used in the creation, manipulation, and editing of animation graphics. Prepares students for the Adobe certifications related to Adobe Animate.

Prerequisites: None.

Course Notes: Students in this class will be provided an Adobe Creative Cloud account tied to their MEID username, for home use on PC or Mac computers (smartphone or tablet mobile devices are not supported) during the duration of this course. Students should review the minimum configuration requirements to run Adobe CC on their personal device at:

https://helpx.adobe.com/creative-cloud/system-requirements.html. Your instructor will provide login directions on the first day of class.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
17325

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture/Lab
09/05/2023 - 12/15/2023

Open

15 of 20
Seats Available

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Students may contact instructor at burton.borlongen@mesacc.edu

CIS130DA 3D Studio Max: Modeling 3 Credits

Introduction to 3D modeling using 3D Studio Max. Emphasis will be placed on polygonal, solid, and surface modeling tools. Students will also understand concepts such as modifiers, sub-object editing, extruding, Booleans, lofting, lathing and compound object modeling. Introduction to basic lighting, texturing and rendering techniques.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CIS105.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
18697
Dobson Campus
In Person
Lecture/Lab
10/17/2023 - 12/15/2023
TuTh
3:00 PM - 4:15 PM

Open

15 of 20
Seats Available

Notes: Class 18697 Students may contact instructor at: burton.borlongan@mesacc.edu

CIS151 Computer Game Development -Level I 3 Credits

Introduction to object-oriented game development, game design, and game theory. Use of computer software to demonstrate and teach concepts using an appropriate game development platform to model real-time simulations and create computer games using object oriented tools. Introduction to developing PC games, educational software, and training software using windows based object oriented developments tools.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CIS105 or permission of Instructor.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
18905

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture/Lab
09/05/2023 - 12/15/2023

Open

9 of 20
Seats Available

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 18905 Students may contact instructor at: burton.borlongan@mesacc.edu

CIS285 Computer Information Systems Capstone Project 3 Credits

Students will create a capstone project with opportunities for individualized research and application of aggregate technology and professional knowledge and skills obtained throughout the student's program of study. Focus on communication, problem solving, critical thinking, and project management skills.

Prerequisites: Permission of Program Director or Instructor.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
19418
Dobson Campus

Online Course

Independent Study
Lecture/Lab
09/05/2023 - 12/15/2023

Open

10 of 10
Seats Available

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 19418 Please contact Burton Borlongan at burton.borlongan@mesacc.edu for enrollment information. Enrollment is by permission only and is for students in the Web Technology, Digital Media and/or Game Technology degree programs. (This course is replacing CIS298AC Special Projects)

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