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Phillip Waclawski

Residential Faculty - Linux, PHP, Python, MySQL, Javascript, HTML/CSS, Game Development

Computer Information Systems

Computer Information Systems

Office: Downtown Center - Room: 408

480-461-7468

Office Hours

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3:00 PM - 4:00 PM3:00 PM - 4:00 PM2:00 PM - 4:00 PM2:00 PM - 3:00 PM 

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My up to date lab and office hours can be found at

http://www.felitaur.com/schedule.html

Classes Taught

Fall 2023

CIS276DA MySQL Database 3 Credits

A broad overview of the MySQL database. Includes Structured Query Language (SQL) instruction for data definition, data manipulation, and data retrieval. Develops knowledge and skills required to install MySQL, 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
17365
Downtown Center

DTC/Centennial Way Room 403
Hybrid
Lecture/Lab
08/21/2023 - 12/15/2023
MoWe
5:20 PM - 7:00 PM

Closed

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.

Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.

Class 17365 This class has optional attendance via live-online sessions that meet on Mondays and Wednesdays, 5:20-7:00 pm. A headset with built-in microphone is required. Students may contact instructor at: phil.waclawski@mesacc.edu

Fall Flex Start 2023

CIS151 Computer Game Development -Level I 3 Credits

Introduction to object-oriented game development, game design, and game theory. Use of computer software to demonstrate and teach concepts using an appropriate game development platform to model real-time simulations and create computer games using object oriented tools. Introduction to developing PC games, educational software, and training software using windows based object oriented developments tools.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CIS105 or permission of Instructor.
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
17284
Downtown Center

DTC/Centennial Way Room 403
Hybrid
Lecture/Lab
09/07/2023 - 12/15/2023
Th
5:20 PM - 7:00 PM

Class Started

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 17284 Students may contact instructor at: phil.waclawski@mesacc.edu

Class 17284 This class has optional live-online sessions that meet during class on Thursdays, 5:20-7:00 pm. A headset with built-in microphone is required.

Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.
CIS156 Python Programming: Level I 3 Credits

Introduction to Python programming. Includes 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.
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
18906
Downtown Center

DTC/Centennial Way Room 403
Hybrid
Lecture/Lab
09/05/2023 - 12/15/2023
Tu
5:20 PM - 7:00 PM

Class Started

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.

Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.

Class 18906 This class has optional live-online sessions that meet on Tuesdays, 5:20-7:00 pm. A headset with built-in microphone is required. Students may contact instructor at: phil.waclawski@mesacc.edu.
CIS166AE Web Scripting with PHP: Hypertext Preprocessor (PHP) 3 Credits

Introduction to web scripting with PHP (PHP: Hypertext Preprocessor). Web application development using Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), PHP, programming logic, and Structured Query Language (SQL).

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CIS133DA or permission of Instructor.

Course Notes: CIS166AE is only offered Fall Semester.
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
19124
Downtown Center

DTC/Centennial Way Room 403
Hybrid
Lecture/Lab
09/07/2023 - 12/15/2023
Th
7:10 PM - 9:15 PM

Class Started

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 19124 This class has optional live-online sessions that meet on Thursdays, 7:10-9:15 pm. A headset with built-in microphone is required. All textbook and course materials available at no or low cost (<$40) - may include OER (Open Educational Resources). Students may contact instructor at: phil.waclawski@mesacc.edu.
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
33769
Downtown Center

DTC/Centennial Way Room 403
Hybrid
Lecture/Lab
09/05/2023 - 12/15/2023
Tu
7:10 PM - 9:15 PM

Class Started

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.

Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.

Class 33769 This class has optional live-online sessions that meet on Tuesdays, 7:10pm - 9:15pm. A headset with built-in microphone is required. Students may contact instructor at: phil.waclawski@mesacc.edu.
CIS256 Python Programming Level II 3 Credits

Advanced Python object-oriented programming concepts and applications. Emphasis on code documenting, versioning, unit testing strategies, and security practices for Python project/package development. Includes Python applications for data analysis, networking, database manipulation, and web application development.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CIS156 or permission of Instructor.
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
19664
Downtown Center

DTC/Centennial Way Room 403
Hybrid
Lecture/Lab
09/11/2023 - 12/15/2023
Mo
7:10 PM - 9:15 PM

Class Started

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 19664 This class has optional attendance via live-online sessions that meet on Mondays, 7:10-9:15 pm. A headset with built-in microphone is required. Students may contact instructor at: phil.waclawski@mesacc.edu

Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.

Spring 2024

CIS276DA MySQL Database 3 Credits

A broad overview of the MySQL database. Includes Structured Query Language (SQL) instruction for data definition, data manipulation, and data retrieval. Develops knowledge and skills required to install MySQL, 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
33881

Live Online
Live Online
Lecture/Lab
01/18/2024 - 05/10/2024
Th
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Open

10 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 33881 Students may contact instructor at: phil.waclawski@mesacc.edu
26688
Downtown Center

DTC/Centennial Way Room 403
Hybrid
Lecture/Lab
01/17/2024 - 05/10/2024
MoWe
5:20 PM - 7:00 PM

Closed

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 26688 If you can not attend in person, there is an option to attend via live online/zoom. Regardless of what you choose, attendance is required. Contact instructor at: phil.waclawski@mesacc.edu.

Class 26688 Class requires a virtual box setup (student will need either a laptop or a portable Hard Drive).
CIS276DC NoSQL 3 Credits

A broad overview of Not Only SQL (NoSQL) databases. Contrast NoSQL databases to the Structured Query Language (SQL) databases. Includes NoSQL instruction for data definition, data manipulation, and data retrieval. Develops knowledge and skills required to install NoSQL Servers, model and create NoSQL databases, manage users, authentication, and stored procedures equivalents, and develop backup/restore strategies.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CIS215 and (CIS276DA or CIS276DB), or permission of Instructor.
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
32049
Downtown Center

DTC/Centennial Way Room 403
Hybrid
Lecture/Lab
01/17/2024 - 05/10/2024
We
7:10 PM - 9:15 PM

Open

10 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 32049 If you can not attend in person, there is an option to attend via live online/zoom. Regardless of what you choose, attendance is required. Contact instructor at: phil.waclawski@mesacc.edu.

Spring Flex Start 2024

CIS156 Python Programming: Level I 3 Credits

Introduction to Python programming. Includes 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.
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
28096
Downtown Center

DTC/Centennial Way Room 403
Hybrid
Lecture/Lab
01/30/2024 - 05/10/2024
Tu
5:20 PM - 7:00 PM

Closed

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 28096 If you can not attend in person, there is an option to attend via live online/zoom. Regardless of what you choose, attendance is required. Contact instructor at: phil.waclawski@mesacc.edu.
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
32040
Downtown Center

DTC/Centennial Way Room 403
Hybrid
Lecture/Lab
01/30/2024 - 05/10/2024
Tu
7:10 PM - 9:15 PM

Closed

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 32040 If you can not attend in person, there is an option to attend via live online/zoom. Regardless of what you choose, attendance is required. Contact instructor at: phil.waclawski@mesacc.edu.
CIS256 Python Programming Level II 3 Credits

Advanced Python object-oriented programming concepts and applications. Emphasis on code documenting, versioning, unit testing strategies, and security practices for Python project/package development. Includes Python applications for data analysis, networking, database manipulation, and web application development.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CIS156 or permission of Instructor.
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
32050
Downtown Center

DTC/Centennial Way Room 403
Hybrid
Lecture/Lab
01/29/2024 - 05/10/2024
Mo
7:10 PM - 9:15 PM

Open

7 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 32050 If you can not attend in person, there is an option to attend via live online/zoom. Regardless of what you choose, attendance is required. Contact instructor at: phil.waclawski@mesacc.edu.

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