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Miriam Lierley
Residential Faculty - CIS Assistant Department Chair; Occupational Program Director- Video Game Design, Web Design and Development; CIS105/Microsoft Apps Lead Faculty Supervisor
Office: BP 43A - Room: BP 30
480-461-7118
480-461-7118 (alt)
Office Hours
Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
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11:00 AM - 11:50 AM | 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM | 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM | ||
12:30 PM - 12:50 PM | ||||
Online | Online | Online | ||
By appointment | By appointment |
Monday - Virtual (by appointment)
Tuesday 11:00am - 11:50am (BA 13 and/or BA 40 Lab)
Wednesday 9:30am 10:20am (Virtual) Join Zoom Meeting (ID: 8157663129; Passcode: 507399)
Thursday 10:00am 10:30am and 12:30pm - 12:50pm (BA 13 and/or BA 40 Lab)
Friday - Virtual (by appointment)
Classes Taught
Summer 2026
| CIS105 | Survey of Computer Information Systems | 3 Credits | ||||
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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. |
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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. |
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| General Education Designations: Computer/Statistics/Quantitative Application [CS] | ||||||
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13816
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Online (On Your Time)
Lecture/Lab
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05/26/2026 – 07/16/2026
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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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14101
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Online (On Your Time)
Lecture/Lab
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05/26/2026 – 07/16/2026
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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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14120
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Online (On Your Time)
Lecture/Lab
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05/26/2026 – 07/16/2026
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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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14121
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Online (On Your Time)
Lecture/Lab
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05/26/2026 – 07/16/2026
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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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Fall 2026
| CIS105 | Survey of Computer Information Systems | 3 Credits | ||||
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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. |
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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. |
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| General Education Designations: Computer/Statistics/Quantitative Application [CS] | ||||||
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15139
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Dobson Campus
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Hybrid In-Person
Lecture/Lab
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08/25/2026 – 12/18/2026
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Tu
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9:00 AM – 11:15 AM
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Open 12 of 20 |
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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. |
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15137
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Online (On Your Time)
Lecture/Lab
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08/24/2026 – 12/18/2026
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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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| CIS224 | Project Management Microsoft Project for Windows | 3 Credits | ||||
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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. |
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Course Notes: CIS105 strongly recommended. Requires an additional 50-minute lab per week. |
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15190
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Online (On Your Time)
Lecture/Lab
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08/24/2026 – 10/16/2026
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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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Fall Flex Start 2026
| CIS224 | Project Management Microsoft Project for Windows | 3 Credits | ||||
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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. |
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Course Notes: CIS105 strongly recommended. Requires an additional 50-minute lab per week. |
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| Section | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Availability |
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16388
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Online (On Your Time)
Lecture/Lab
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10/19/2026 – 12/18/2026
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Open 10 of 24 |
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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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| CIS324 | Information Technology Project Management | 3 Credits | ||||
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Covers the general aspects of project management and emphasizes the important special considerations which apply to information technology projects. Covers principles for managing multiple IT projects and project portfolios, including use of waterfall and agile methodologies. Explores best practices for project management in information technology departments. Includes analysis of budgets, risk management, and cost estimation / justification techniques. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CIS224. |
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32077
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Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
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10/19/2026 – 12/18/2026
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Open 6 of 24 |
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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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