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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

phillip.paul.waclawski@mesacc.edu

Office Hours

Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM	3:00 PM - 4:00 PM	2:00 PM - 4:00 PM	2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Online	Online	Online	Online
By appointment	By appointment	By appointment	By appointment	By appointment

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
17365	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. Some materials may be provided by the college and only be available while enrolled in the course. 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
17284	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. Some materials may be provided by the college and only be available while enrolled in the course.

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. Some materials may be provided by the college and only be available while enrolled in the course. 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.
	Book Information

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
19124	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. Some materials may be provided by the college and only be available while enrolled in the course. 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.
	Book Information

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
19664	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. Some materials may be provided by the college and only be available while enrolled in the course.

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
26688	Dobson Campus DTC 403 DTC/Centennial Way Room 403	Hybrid Lecture/Lab	01/17/2024 - 05/10/2024	MoWe	5:20 PM - 7:00 PM	Open 15 of 20 Seats Available
26688	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 16 of 20 Seats Available
32049	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

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
26670	Downtown Center DTC/Centennial Way Room 403	Hybrid Lecture/Lab	02/01/2024 - 05/10/2024	Th	5:20 PM - 7:00 PM	Open 20 of 20 Seats Available
26670	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 26670 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 Meets for Fifteen (15) Weeks

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	Open 14 of 20 Seats Available
28096	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	Open 16 of 20 Seats Available
32040	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 15 of 20 Seats Available
32050	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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