Classes Taught

Fall Flex Start 2026

CIS256 Python Programming Level II 3 Credits

Advanced Python object-oriented programming concepts and applications. Emphasis on code documenting, versioning, unit testing strategies, and security practices for Python project/package development. Includes Python applications for data analysis, networking, database manipulation, and web application development.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CIS156 or permission of Instructor.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
17840
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture/Lab
10/19/2026 – 12/18/2026

Class Started

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.

CIS416 Presentation of Analytics and Programming Results and Solutions 3 Credits

Use of data analytic tools, programming methods, nominal (components/elements), and ordered steps to proficiently and effectively deliver comprehensive results and understanding, ranging from simple to complex data. Guide technical and non-technical audiences in understanding data and establish opportunities for the audience to believe it. Mitigate the problems that can be caused by poor decision making due to mis-understandings, mis-interpretations, mis-representations and disconnections among organizational members with respect to the meaning of results.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CIS256, CIS260BI, CIS260TB, CIS262AD, (CIS276DA or CIS276DB), CIS317, and CIS318, or permission of Instructor.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
32453
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture/Lab
10/19/2026 – 12/18/2026

Class Started

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.

Spring Flex Start 2027

CIS215 Foundations of Data Analytics and Programming 3 Credits

Overview of data analytics and programming, concepts, terminology, and how analytics and programming are used professionally in business. Use of office application software, dashboards and Integrated Development Environments (IDEs). Includes exploration of relevant emergent technologies.

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

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
11841
Dobson Campus

BA 15

Hybrid In-Person
Lecture/Lab
01/25/2027 – 05/14/2027
Mo
7:10 PM – 9:15 PM

Open

19 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.

Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.

Class 11841 This class has required attendance either in-person or via Zoom, and is 50% hybrid. Contact your instructor for more information.

CIS415 Big Data 3 Credits

Study of the fundamentals and characteristics of Big Data. Evaluation of existing Big Data processing platforms and tools. Developing skills to handle and implement Big Data projects, including machine learning concepts.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CIS256, CIS256DA, CIS262AD and CIS318, or permission of Instructor.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
31179
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture/Lab
03/22/2027 – 05/14/2027

Open

24 of 24
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.

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