Jump to the main content

Quick Links

Office Hours
Classes Taught

Bob J. Danielson

Residential Faculty - Computer Information Systems

Computer Information Systems

Computer Information Systems

480-461-7725

robert.danielson@mesacc.edu

Office Hours

Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM	5:00 PM - 6:00 PM	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

Classes Taught

Fall 2024

CIS293	VMware ESXI Server Enterprise					4 Credits
Introduction to vSphere, vCenter and VMware ESXI server in the enterprise. Covers many aspects of virtualization for VMware ESXI server administration. Designed to develop knowledge and skills required to install, configure, and troubleshoot a VMware ESXI Server (vSphere) including basic network functions. Helps prepare you for the VMware Certified Professional v Datacenter Virtualization (VCP-DCV) exam. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in BPC270, or CIS126DL, or CIS126RH, or CIS190, or CNT140AB, or MST150++, or permission of Instructor.
Section	Location	Delivery	Dates	Days	Times	Availability
15872	Online Course	Online (On Your Time) Lecture/Lab Open Entry / Open Exit	08/19/2024 – 09/06/2024			Class Ended
15872	Notes: This is an Open Entry class that does not meet at specific class times. Student start dates can be 8/19, 8/26 or 9/3 and you will have 14 weeks to complete the classwork. Please contact Liz Murphy (c.murphy@mesacc.edu or 480-461-7711) if you wish to enroll in this class. 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 15872 has recorded lectures/demonstrations and access to live labs. This class helps prepare students for the VMware Certified Professional – DataCenter Virtualization (VCP-DCV) exam and upon successful completion students will receive a discounted voucher for the exam. Class 15872 does not meet on campus and is totally self-paced but has due dates for assignments and activities submissions. The class will cover vSphere 6.7 and has many hours of recorded discussion, lecture and demonstrations to help you with learning the content of the class. You will have access to live labs that relate to course content. This class is intended to help prepare you for the “VMware vSphere 6.7 Foundations” exam which is one of the exams required for the VCP-DCV 2020 certification. Upon passing the class you will receive a discount voucher to be used towards this exam and also provides the requirement to “attend one of the required training courses” for the VCP certification. Your instructor is a VMware Certified Instructor with many years of experience with many vSphere products. https://www.mesacc.edu/departments/computer-information-systems/open-entry Students may contact instructor at: robert.danielson@mesacc.edu

CIS294	VMware vSphere Operate, Scale and Secure					4 Credits
Designed for experienced VMware vSphere users. Teaches advanced skills for configuring and maintaining a highly available and scalable virtual infrastructure. Addresses advanced features of vSphere and vCenter infrastructure. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CIS293, or permission of Instructor.
Section	Location	Delivery	Dates	Days	Times	Availability
16053	Online Course	Online (On Your Time) Lecture/Lab Open Entry / Open Exit	08/19/2024 – 09/06/2024			Class Ended
16053	Notes: This is an Open Entry class that does not meet at specific class times. Student start dates can be 8/19, 8/26 or 9/3 and you will have 14 weeks to complete the classwork. Please contact Liz Murphy (c.murphy@mesacc.edu or 480-461-7711) if you wish to enroll in this class. 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 16053 does not meet on campus and is totally self-paced but has due dates for assignments and activities submissions. The class will cover vSphere 6.7 and has many hours of recorded discussion, lecture and demonstrations to help you with learning the content of the class. You will have access to live labs that relate to course content. This class is intended to help prepare you for the “VMware vSphere 6.7 Foundations” exam which is one of the exams required for the VCP-DCV 2020 certification. Upon passing the class you will receive a discount voucher to be used towards this exam and also provides the requirement to “attend one of the required training courses” for the VCP certification. Your instructor is a VMware Certified Instructor with many years of experience with many vSphere products. https://www.mesacc.edu/departments/computer-information-systems/open-entry Students may contact instructor at: robert.danielson@mesacc.edu

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
15087	Live Online	Live Online Lecture/Lab	08/19/2024 – 10/09/2024	MoWe	1:30 PM – 5:00 PM	Class Ended
15087	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. Class 15087 Students may contact instructor at: robert.danielson@mesacc.edu
15088	Live Online	Live Online Lecture/Lab	08/20/2024 – 10/10/2024	TuTh	6:00 PM – 9:30 PM	Class Ended
15088	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. Class 15088 Students may contact the instructor at robert.danielson@mesacc.edu

MST150WT	Installing and Configuring Microsoft Windows 10					3 Credits
In-depth exploration of how to effectively install and configure Windows 10. Includes features of Windows 10, virtualization improvements, network connectivity, access to resources, monitor and maintain Windows clients and backup and recovery. Designed to prepare students for the Microsoft Windows 10 certification examination. Prerequisites: None. CIS190 or CNT140AB suggested but not required.
Section	Location	Delivery	Dates	Days	Times	Availability
14654	Live Online	Live Online Lecture/Lab	08/21/2024 – 10/09/2024	We	5:45 PM – 9:15 PM	Class Ended
14654	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. Every student needs to have a headset with a built-in microphone to participate in this class. Students may contact instructor at: robert.danielson@mesacc.edu

Fall Flex Start 2024

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
33808	Online Course	Online (On Your Time) Lecture/Lab	10/14/2024 – 12/13/2024			Class Started
33808	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. Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0. Students may contact instructor at: robert.danielson@mesacc.edu

ITS240	Ethical Hacking and Network Defense					3 Credits
Preparation for the EC-Council Certified Ethical Hacking examination. In-depth exploration of how to effectively protect computer networks from risks ranging from malicious infiltration to cyber-warfare. Includes examination of ethical hacking, relevant tools and methodologies, and its importance to network security. Resources to identify new computer network vulnerabilities and counter security strategies will be discussed as well as an overview of relevant computer crime laws and penalties. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ITS110, or CNT205, or CIS270, or permission of Instructor.
Section	Location	Delivery	Dates	Days	Times	Availability
15769	Online Course	Online (On Your Time) Lecture/Lab	10/14/2024 – 12/13/2024			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. Class 15769 Students may contact instructor at: jack.files@mesacc.edu or robert.danielson@mesacc.edu
	Book Information

Spring 2025

CLD110	Amazon Web Services Cloud Foundations					3 Credits
Provides a detailed overview of cloud concepts, Amazon Web Services (AWS) core services, security, architecture, pricing, and support. Intended for students who seek an overall understanding of cloud computing concepts, independent of specific technical roles. Helps to prepare students for the AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner exam. Prerequisites: None. CIS105 suggested but not required.
Section	Location	Delivery	Dates	Days	Times	Availability
28811	Live Online	Live Online Lecture/Lab	01/16/2025 – 03/06/2025	Th	6:00 PM – 8:30 PM	Open 3 of 24 Seats Available
28811	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. This course will be taught with multiple attendance options. Contact your instructor for more information. Class 28811 Students may contact instructor at: robert.danielson@mesacc.edu

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
27879	Live Online	Live Online Lecture/Lab	01/15/2025 – 03/07/2025	We	6:00 PM – 9:30 PM	Open 15 of 24 Seats Available
27879	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. Class 27879 Students may contact instructor at: robert.danielson@mesacc.edu
27880	Online Course	Online (On Your Time) Lecture/Lab	01/13/2025 – 03/07/2025			Open 1 of 24 Seats Available
27880	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. Class 27880 Students may contact instructor at: mark.lierley@mesacc.edu

Spring Flex Start 2025

CNT160AB	Enterprise Networking, Security, and Automation					4 Credits
Focus on the configuration of routers and switches within small and medium size networks for advanced functionality including Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Network security, Access Control Lists (ACLs), Network Address Translation (NAT), Wide Area Network (WAN) concepts, Virtual Private Networks (VPNs), Quality of Service (QOS), network management, design, troubleshooting, virtualization, and automation. Preparation for Cisco certification examination. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CNT150AB or permission of Instructor.
Section	Location	Delivery	Dates	Days	Times	Availability
27882	Live Online	Live Online Lecture/Lab	03/18/2025 – 05/09/2025	TuTh	1:30 PM – 5:30 PM	Open 19 of 24 Seats Available
27882	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. Class 27882 Students may contact instructor at: jack.files@mesacc.edu or robert.danielson@mesacc.edu

MST150WT	Installing and Configuring Microsoft Windows 10					3 Credits
In-depth exploration of how to effectively install and configure Windows 10. Includes features of Windows 10, virtualization improvements, network connectivity, access to resources, monitor and maintain Windows clients and backup and recovery. Designed to prepare students for the Microsoft Windows 10 certification examination. Prerequisites: None. CIS190 or CNT140AB suggested but not required.
Section	Location	Delivery	Dates	Days	Times	Availability
27339	Dobson Campus BA 6W	Hybrid Lecture/Lab	03/19/2025 – 05/09/2025	We	6:00 PM – 9:15 PM	Open 9 of 24 Seats Available
27339	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. This course will be taught with multiple attendance options. Contact your instructor for more 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). Class 27339 Students may contact instructor at: robert.danielson@mesacc.edu

MCC directories are not to be used for commercial or political solicitation of college employees by mail, email or telephone. MCC treats all student information as confidential.