Derek Rushing

Residential Faculty - CIS

Computer Information Systems

Office: BP 43A - Room: 38

480-461-7469

Office Hours

MondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFriday
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM5:30 PM - 6:30 PM5:30 PM - 6:30 PM5:30 PM - 6:30 PM 
  

Online

Online

Online

    By appointment

Classes Taught

Fall 2023

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
33767

Live Online

Live Online
Lecture/Lab
08/22/2023 - 10/13/2023
Tu
7:10 PM - 9:50 PM

Class Started

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.

All textbook and course materials available at no or low cost (<$40) - may include OER (Open Educational Resources).

Class 33767 Students may contact instructor at derek.rushing@mesacc.edu

CIS224 Project Management Microsoft Project for Windows 3 Credits

Introduction to project management concepts while working with MS Project to solve complex project management networks, including creating Gantt and PERT charts, tracking project progress, planning for restrictions, and integrating MS Project with other software packages such as Excel, Word, Powerpoint, and cc Mail. Prerequisites: None.

Course Notes: CIS105 strongly recommended. Requires an additional 50-minute lab per week.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
17340

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture/Lab
08/21/2023 - 10/13/2023

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 17340 Students may contact instructor at derek.rushing@mesacc.edu

CIS276DB SQL Server Database 3 Credits

A broad overview of the Microsoft Structured Query Language (SQL) Server database. Includes SQL instruction for data definition, data manipulation, and data retrieval. Develops knowledge and skills required to install SQL Server, model and create new databases, manage users, authentication, and stored procedures, and develop backup/restore strategies.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CIS105, or CIS117DM, or permission of Instructor.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
17368

Live Online

Live Online
Lecture/Lab
08/24/2023 - 12/15/2023
Th
7:10 PM - 9:50 PM

Class Started

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.

Class 17368 Students may contact instructor at: derek.rushing@mesacc.edu

Fall Flex Start 2023

CIS224 Project Management Microsoft Project for Windows 3 Credits

Introduction to project management concepts while working with MS Project to solve complex project management networks, including creating Gantt and PERT charts, tracking project progress, planning for restrictions, and integrating MS Project with other software packages such as Excel, Word, Powerpoint, and cc Mail. Prerequisites: None.

Course Notes: CIS105 strongly recommended. Requires an additional 50-minute lab per week.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
17318

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture/Lab
09/05/2023 - 12/15/2023

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 17318 Students may contact instructor at: derek.rushing@mesacc.edu

19068

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture/Lab
10/16/2023 - 12/15/2023

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.

Class 19068 Students may contact instructors at: derek.rushing@mesacc.edu

CIS276DB SQL Server Database 3 Credits

A broad overview of the Microsoft Structured Query Language (SQL) Server database. Includes SQL instruction for data definition, data manipulation, and data retrieval. Develops knowledge and skills required to install SQL Server, model and create new databases, manage users, authentication, and stored procedures, and develop backup/restore strategies.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CIS105, or CIS117DM, or permission of Instructor.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
35050

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture/Lab
10/16/2023 - 12/15/2023

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.

Class 35050 Students may contact instructor at: derek.rushing@mesacc.edu

Spring 2024

CIS276DB SQL Server Database 3 Credits

A broad overview of the Microsoft Structured Query Language (SQL) Server database. Includes SQL instruction for data definition, data manipulation, and data retrieval. Develops knowledge and skills required to install SQL Server, model and create new databases, manage users, authentication, and stored procedures, and develop backup/restore strategies.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CIS105, or CIS117DM, or permission of Instructor.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
28098

Live Online

Live Online
Lecture/Lab
01/18/2024 - 05/10/2024
Th
7:10 PM - 9:50 PM

Open

20 of 20
Seats Available

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.

Class 28098 Students may contact instructor at: derek.rushing@mesacc.edu

Spring Flex Start 2024

CIS162AD C#: Level I 3 Credits

Introduction to C# programming including general concepts, program design, development, data types, operators, expressions, flow control, functions, classes, input and output operations, debugging, structured programming, and object-oriented programming.

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

General Education Designations: Computer/Statistics/Quantitative Application [CS]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
28097

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture/Lab
03/18/2024 - 05/10/2024

Open

20 of 20
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.

Class 28097 Students may contact instructor at: derek.rushing@mesacc.edu

CIS224 Project Management Microsoft Project for Windows 3 Credits

Introduction to project management concepts while working with MS Project to solve complex project management networks, including creating Gantt and PERT charts, tracking project progress, planning for restrictions, and integrating MS Project with other software packages such as Excel, Word, Powerpoint, and cc Mail. Prerequisites: None.

Course Notes: Requires an additional 50-minute lab per week. CIS105 strongly recommended.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
26634
Dobson Campus
Hybrid
Lecture/Lab
01/31/2024 - 05/10/2024
We
7:10 PM - 9:50 PM

Open

20 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.

Class 26634 Students may contact instructor at: derek.rushing@mesacc.edu

28248

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture/Lab
03/18/2024 - 05/10/2024

Open

20 of 20
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.

Class 28248 Students may contact instructor at: derek.rushing@mesacc.edu

CIS262AD C# Level II 3 Credits

Advanced C# programming with emphasis on data structures, dynamic memory allocation, object-oriented programming, user interfaces, and database processing. Overview of web applications, network programming, and reporting tools.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CIS162AD, or permission of Instructor.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
28249

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture/Lab
01/29/2024 - 05/10/2024

Open

20 of 20
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.

Class 28249 Students may contact instructor at: derek.rushing@mesacc.edu

Degrees & Awards

PMP

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