Bob J. Danielson

Residential Faculty - Computer Information Systems

Computer Information Systems

Computer Information Systems

480-461-7725

[email protected]

Office Hours

Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM	5:00 PM - 6:00 PM		5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Online	Online	Online	Online	Online
By appointment	By appointment	By appointment	By appointment	By appointment

They will conducted by appointment, online. Contact me to set up a time.

Classes Taught

Fall 2026

BPC170	A+ Exam Prep: Computer Hardware Configuration and Support					3 Credits
Explore technical aspects of personal computers, including system components, installation, system configuration, peripheral devices, and notebooks. Emphasis placed on hardware installation, maintenance, mobile devices, and hardware troubleshooting. Helps prepare students for the CompTIA A+ examinations. Prerequisites: None.
Section	Location	Delivery	Dates	Days	Times	Availability
15209	Dobson Campus BA 5N	Hybrid In-Person Lecture/Lab	08/25/2026 – 10/13/2026	Tu	6:00 PM – 8:00 PM	Class Ended
	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.
	Book Information

CNT140AB	Introduction to Networks					4 Credits
Focus on the architecture, structure, functions, components, and models of the Internet and other computer networks. Principles and structure of IP addressing and the fundamentals of Ethernet concepts, media, and operations are introduced. Students will build simple LANs, perform basic configurations for routers and switches, and implement IP addressing schemes. Preparation for Cisco certification examination. Prerequisites: None.
Section	Location	Delivery	Dates	Days	Times	Availability
16521	Live Online	Live Online Lecture/Lab	08/24/2026 – 10/14/2026	MoWe	6:00 PM – 8:00 PM	Class Ended
16521	Notes: Live Online classes have sessions that meet online on specific days and times. Attendance in these sessions will be at the discretion of the instructor, and additional work will be required on the student’s own time. Access to a computer or mobile device with Internet connection is required. 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. Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
16520	Live Online	Live Online Lecture/Lab	08/25/2026 – 10/15/2026	TuTh	1:30 PM – 5:00 PM	Class Ended
16520	Notes: Live Online classes have sessions that meet online on specific days and times. Attendance in these sessions will be at the discretion of the instructor, and additional work will be required on the student’s own time. Access to a computer or mobile device with Internet connection is required. 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. Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.

Spring 2027

CNT140AB	Introduction to Networks					4 Credits
Focus on the architecture, structure, functions, components, and models of the Internet and other computer networks. Principles and structure of IP addressing and the fundamentals of Ethernet concepts, media, and operations are introduced. Students will build simple LANs, perform basic configurations for routers and switches, and implement IP addressing schemes. Preparation for Cisco certification examination. Prerequisites: None.
Section	Location	Delivery	Dates	Days	Times	Availability
11422	Dobson Campus BA 6W	Hybrid In-Person Lecture/Lab	01/20/2027 – 03/10/2027	We	6:00 PM – 9:00 PM	Open 10 of 24 Seats Available
11422	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. Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.

MST155DC	Installation, Storage, and Compute with Windows Server					4 Credits
This course focuses primarily on the installation, storage, and compute features and their functionality that is available within Windows Server. As Information Technology pushes towards more cloud based solutions and makes our classic approach obsolete, this course will help students prepare for a career within an Information Technology enterprise and help distinguish themselves in today's competitive job market. This course covers various topics like Windows Server installation, Hyper-V deployments and storage options in relation to this new cloud based reality. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MST150 or permission of Instructor.
Section	Location	Delivery	Dates	Days	Times	Availability
12361	Live Online	Live Online Lecture/Lab	01/19/2027 – 03/12/2027	Tu	6:00 PM – 7:00 PM	Open 23 of 24 Seats Available
12361	Notes: Live Online classes have sessions that meet online on specific days and times. Attendance in these sessions will be at the discretion of the instructor, and additional work will be required on the student’s own time. Access to a computer or mobile device with Internet connection is required. 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

MST150	Installing and Configuring Microsoft Windows					3 Credits
In-depth exploration of how to effectively install and configure the current version of, Windows. Includes features of Windows, virtualization improvements, network connectivity, access to resources, monitor and maintain Windows clients, and backup and recovery. Prerequisites: None. CIS190 or CNT140AB suggested but not required.
Section	Location	Delivery	Dates	Days	Times	Availability
11032	Live Online	Live Online Lecture/Lab	01/25/2027 – 03/12/2027	Mo	6:00 PM – 7:45 PM	Open 17 of 20 Seats Available
11032	Notes: Live Online classes have sessions that meet online on specific days and times. Attendance in these sessions will be at the discretion of the instructor, and additional work will be required on the student’s own time. Access to a computer or mobile device with Internet connection is required. 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 must attend either in-person at the location specified for this course section OR they must attend the live-online option at the scheduled class day and time (instructions on how to join the live-online session will be communicated by your instructor prior to the first class meeting).

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