Rachel McClellan

Adjunct Faculty

Computer Information Systems

Computer Information Systems

[email protected]

Classes Taught

Fall 2025

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
24336	Dobson Campus BA 2E	Hybrid In-Person Lecture/Lab	08/26/2025 – 12/19/2025	Tu	7:10 PM – 9:15 PM	Open 2 of 20 Seats Available
24336	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 24336 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: [email protected]

CIS415	Big Data					3 Credits
Study of the fundamentals and characteristics of Big Data. Evaluation of existing Big Data processing platforms and tools. Developing skills to handle and implement Big Data projects, including machine learning concepts. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CIS256, CIS256DA, CIS262AD and CIS318, or permission of Instructor.
Section	Location	Delivery	Dates	Days	Times	Availability
32776	Online Course	Online (On Your Time) Lecture/Lab	08/25/2025 – 10/17/2025			Open 1 of 24 Seats Available
32776	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 32776 Students may contact instructor at: [email protected]

Fall Flex Start 2025

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
24903	Online Course	Online (On Your Time) Lecture/Lab	09/08/2025 – 12/19/2025			Closed
24903	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. Students may contact instructor at: [email protected]
33284	Online Course	Online (On Your Time) Lecture/Lab	09/08/2025 – 12/19/2025			Closed
33284	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. Students may contact instructor at: [email protected]

CIS415	Big Data					3 Credits
Study of the fundamentals and characteristics of Big Data. Evaluation of existing Big Data processing platforms and tools. Developing skills to handle and implement Big Data projects, including machine learning concepts. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CIS256, CIS256DA, CIS262AD and CIS318, or permission of Instructor.
Section	Location	Delivery	Dates	Days	Times	Availability
33423	Online Course	Online (On Your Time) Lecture/Lab	10/20/2025 – 12/19/2025			Open 17 of 24 Seats Available
33423	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 33423 Students may contact instructor at: [email protected]

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