Bethann Partin

Residential Faculty - BPC/CIS

Computer Information Systems

Office: BP 43A - Room: BP6D

480-461-7764

480-461-7430 (alt)

Office Hours

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
 
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
 
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
  
Online
Online
Online
Online
Online
Online
Online
By appointment
By appointment
By appointment
By appointment
By appointment
  

Instructional Contact Hours - Academic Support and Office Hours are virtual this semester. If these times do not work, I will be happy to work with you on another scheduled time! I am available most days from 1-10pm 7 days a week. All office hours are virtual using google meet. 

Tuesday 2-4pm
Thursday: 5-7pm
Friday: By appointment

Classes Taught

Summer 2026

CIS105 Survey of Computer Information Systems 3 Credits

Overview of computer technology, concepts, terminology, and the role of computers in business and society. Discussion of social and ethical issues related to computers. Use of word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation software. Includes uses of application software and the Internet for efficient and effective problem solving. Exploration of relevant emerging technologies. Prerequisites: None.

Course Notes: CIS105 is a lecture course with computers demonstrations and open lab assignments. CIS105 uses Windows-based computers to cover word processing, presentation, spreadsheet and database management software. Includes overview of computer technology, concepts, terminology, and the role of computers in business and society. Discussion of social and ethical issues related to computers and exploration of relevant emerging technologies. Knowledge or basic features of Windows and ability to type 30 WPM recommended. Students are required to use Microsoft Office 2016, 2019 or 365 software to complete assignments which can be downloaded for free. Students must be using a PC or a MAC to complete this course. Chromebooks are not supported. Internet connectivity is needed.

Course Fee includes an e-book.

General Education Designations: Computer/Statistics/Quantitative Application [CS]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
14129
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture/Lab
05/26/2026 – 07/16/2026

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.

Course Fee includes ebook.

16498
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture/Lab
05/26/2026 – 07/16/2026

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.

Course Fee includes ebook.

16499
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture/Lab
05/26/2026 – 07/16/2026

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.

Course Fee includes ebook.

16500
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture/Lab
05/26/2026 – 07/16/2026

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.

Course Fee includes ebook.

Fall 2026

BPC110 Computer Usage and Applications 3 Credits

Introduction to business and personal computer operations and usage. Software applications for analyzing and solving business problems including word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation graphics. Prerequisites: None.

Course Notes: BPC110 uses Microsoft Office 2016, 2019 or Office 365 and includes extensive hands-on experience with word processing, excel spreadsheets, presentation and database management software. Knowledge of basic features of Windows and ability to type 30 WPM recommended. Macintosh users should consult with their instructor for information on how to take BPC110 on a Mac. Chromebooks and iPads are not supported. Students require access to a PC and/or Mac to complete coursework.

General Education Designations: Computer/Statistics/Quantitative Application [CS]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
15152
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture/Lab
08/24/2026 – 12/18/2026

Closed

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.

BPC110 uses Microsoft Office 2019, 2021 or Office 365 and includes extensive practical hands-on experience in the application with word processing, excel spreadsheets, presentation and database management software. Knowledge of basic features of Windows and ability to type 30 WPM recommended.

15153
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture/Lab
08/24/2026 – 10/16/2026

Open

3 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.

BPC110 uses Microsoft Office 2019, 2021 or Office 365 and includes extensive practical hands-on experience in the application with word processing, excel spreadsheets, presentation and database management software. Knowledge of basic features of Windows and ability to type 30 WPM recommended.

CIS105 Survey of Computer Information Systems 3 Credits

Overview of computer technology, concepts, terminology, and the role of computers in business and society. Discussion of social and ethical issues related to computers. Use of word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation software. Includes uses of application software and the Internet for efficient and effective problem solving. Exploration of relevant emerging technologies. Prerequisites: None.

Course Notes: CIS105 is a lecture course with computers demonstrations and open lab assignments. CIS105 uses Windows-based computers to cover word processing, presentation, spreadsheet and database management software. Includes overview of computer technology, concepts, terminology and the role of computers in business and society. Discussion of social and ethical issues related to computers and exploration of relevant emerging technologies. Knowledge or basic features of Windows and ability to type 30 WPM recommended. CIS105 uses Microsoft Office 2016 or 2019 and either Windows 7, 8, or 10 software. Chromebooks and iPads are not supported. Students require access to a PC and/or Mac to complete coursework.

General Education Designations: Computer/Statistics/Quantitative Application [CS]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
15145
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture/Lab
08/24/2026 – 12/18/2026

Open

8 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.

Course fee includes ebook.

15146
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture/Lab
08/24/2026 – 12/18/2026

Open

22 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.

Course fee includes ebook.

15147
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture/Lab
08/24/2026 – 12/18/2026

Open

21 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.

Course fee includes ebook.

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