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Fall 2023 Office Hours:
Mondays, 4:30pm-6:00pm, meet on-line at the link below only
Tuesdays, 4:30pm-6:00pm, meet either on-line at the link below or at my office in the downtown center at DTC 411
Fridays, 1:00pm-3:00pm, meet either on-line at the link below or at my office in the downtown center at DTC 411
Link to on-line (WebEx) office hours:
https://maricopa.webex.com/meet/csanto
Classes Taught
Fall 2023
| CIS215 | Foundations of Data Analytics and Programming | 3 Credits | ||||
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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. |
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| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
36357 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture/Lab
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08/21/2023 - 10/13/2023 |
Class Ended |
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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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33770 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture/Lab
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08/21/2023 - 10/13/2023 |
Class Ended |
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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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35550 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture/Lab
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08/21/2023 - 10/13/2023 |
Class Ended |
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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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Fall Flex Start 2023
| CIS215 | Foundations of Data Analytics and Programming | 3 Credits | ||||
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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. |
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| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
35255 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture/Lab
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09/05/2023 - 12/15/2023 |
Class Started |
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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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36723 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture/Lab
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10/16/2023 - 12/15/2023 |
Class Started |
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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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| CIS256DA | Python for Data Analysis | 3 Credits | ||||
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Introduction to data analysis concepts using Pythonªs rich set of tools, libraries, and packages. Includes basic data analysis, creation of meaningful data visualizations, and advanced topics such as supervised and unsupervised machine learning techniques. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CIS156 or permission of Instructor. |
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| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
20184 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture/Lab
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09/05/2023 - 12/15/2023 |
Class Started |
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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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| CIS285 | Computer Information Systems Capstone Project | 3 Credits | ||||
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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. |
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| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
19419 |
Downtown Center SD Instructor Office |
Independent Study
Lecture/Lab
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09/05/2023 - 12/15/2023 |
Class Started |
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Notes: Class 19419 Please contact Chris Santo at chris.santo@mesacc.edu for enrollment information. Enrollment is by permission only and is for students in the Programming, Data Analytics and/or Mobile App degree programs. (This course is replacing CIS298AC Special Projects) |
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Spring 2024
| CIS215 | Foundations of Data Analytics and Programming | 3 Credits | ||||
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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. |
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| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
32041 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture/Lab
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01/16/2024 - 03/08/2024 |
Closed |
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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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33795 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture/Lab
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01/16/2024 - 03/08/2024 |
Closed |
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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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| CIS260TB | Data Visualization: Tableau | 3 Credits | ||||
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This data visualization course covers the graphic representation of data and how to effectively and efficiently communicate it from singular and disparate data sources using Tableau. Helps students prepare for the Tableau Certified Data Analyst certification. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CIS114DE, CIS215, and (CIS276DA or CIS276DB), or permission of Instructor. |
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| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
32047 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture/Lab
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01/16/2024 - 03/08/2024 |
Open 18 of 20 |
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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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32048 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture/Lab
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01/16/2024 - 03/08/2024 |
Closed |
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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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Spring Flex Start 2024
| CIS256DA | Python for Data Analysis | 3 Credits | ||||
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Introduction to data analysis concepts using Pythonªs rich set of tools, libraries, and packages. Includes basic data analysis, creation of meaningful data visualizations, and advanced topics such as supervised and unsupervised machine learning techniques. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CIS156 or permission of Instructor. |
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| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
29520 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture/Lab
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01/29/2024 - 05/10/2024 |
Closed |
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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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33777 |
Online Course |
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture/Lab
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01/29/2024 - 05/10/2024 |
Open 16 of 20 |
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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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Degrees & Awards
1998 Bachelor's Degree, Mathematics & Computer Science, PennWest California (formerly California University of Pennsylvania) (https://www.calu.edu)
2000 Master's Degree, Information Sciences, MSIS, University of Pittsburgh, School of Computing and Information (https://www.sci.pitt.edu/)
2004 Master's Degree, Business Administration, MBA, Arizona State University, W. P. Carey School of Business (https://wpcarey.asu.edu/)
2023 Master's Degree, Computer Science, MSCS, Cybersecurity and Big Data Concentration, Arizona State University, School of Computing and Augmented Intelligence (https://scai.engineering.asu.edu/)
2023 CRL - Certified Reliability Leader #154670, AMP Association of Asset Management Professionals (more info)
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