Apple App Development

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Deb LaVergne

Residential Faculty - CIS/MGT; Web Technology/Programming
Program Director : Computer Information Systems
Business & Information Systems
Office: BP 43A - Room: BPO35
P. 480-461-7754
debra.lavergne@mesacc.edu

Angeline Margaret Surber

Department Chair - CIS/BPC
Multimedia & Game Technology
Business & Information Systems
P. 480-461-7298
Email: angeline.surber@mesacc.edu

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Learn to Build Apps for iPhones and iPads taking only 3 Courses.

Did you know there are 10,000+ jobs open for programmers in Maricopa County? 

Get a head start by earning a certificate in Apple Coding and begin to pursue your career in the fast-growing app economy. 

App Development with Swift is a full-year course designed by Apple engineers and educators to teach students elements of app design using Swift, one of the world’s most popular programming languages.

What will I learn with the Apple app classes?

Students will learn to code and design fully functional apps, gaining critical job skills in software development and information technology. Students will learn to build apps for iPhones and iPads taking only three courses.

The CIS150AB Object-Oriented Programming – Apple Swift/xCode classes include an introduction to Apple app development using Swift/xCode and is taught within an IOS classroom environment. The hybrid classes combine regularly scheduled classroom meetings with online learning activities.  The hybrid class instructor provides book information the first day of class. All textbook and course materials are available at no or low cost (<$40) - and may include Open Educational Resources (OER). The Internet only sections are taught exclusively online.

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CIS105 Survey of Computer Information Systems 3 Credits

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.
General Education Designations: Computer/Statistics/Quantitative Application [CS]
Class Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructor Availability
24951
Dobson Campus
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture/Lab
10/18/2021 - 12/17/2021

Fall Flex Start

Vicki Schomaker

Open

4 of 24
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 24951 Students may contact instructor at: vicki.schomaker@mesacc.edu

This class is a Zero-Textbook-Cost Course, also known as a "Z Class." You will have access to class materials online without having to purchase a textbook.

All textbook and course materials available at no or low cost (<$40) - may include OER (Open Educational Resources).
23915
Dobson Campus
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture/Lab
10/18/2021 - 12/17/2021

Fall Flex Start

Staff

Open

9 of 24
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.

This class is a Zero-Textbook-Cost Course, also known as a "Z Class." You will have access to class materials online without having to purchase a textbook.

All textbook and course materials available at no or low cost (<$40) - may include OER (Open Educational Resources).
23975
Dobson Campus
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture/Lab
10/18/2021 - 12/17/2021

Fall Flex Start

Staff

Open

16 of 24
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.

This class is a Zero-Textbook-Cost Course, also known as a "Z Class." You will have access to class materials online without having to purchase a textbook.
40291
Downtown Center
DTC 403
Hybrid
Lecture/Lab
10/21/2021 - 12/17/2021

Fall Flex Start
Th
4:30 PM - 5:15 PM

Staff

Open

21 of 24
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 40291 This class has optional live-online sessions that meet during class on Thursdays, 4:30 - 5:15 pm. A headset with built-in microphone is required. Students may contact instructor at: mark.buckler@mesacc.edu
CIS150AB Object-Oriented Programming Fundamentals 3 Credits

Structured and Object-Oriented design and logic tools. Use of computer problems to demonstrate and teach concepts using an appropriate programming language.
Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CIS105 or permission of Instructor.
Class Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructor Availability
23832
Dobson Campus
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture/Lab
10/18/2021 - 12/17/2021

Fall Flex Start

David Levy

Open

17 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 23832 This class uses using Swift/xCode and will be taught within an iOS classroom environment. Instructor will provide book information the first day of class.

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

Class 23832 Students may contact instructor at: david.levy@mesacc.edu
23884
Dobson Campus
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture/Lab
10/18/2021 - 12/17/2021

Fall Flex Start

Jeffrey Anderson

Open

7 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 23884 uses Python programming language. Students may contact instructor at: jeffrey.anderson@mesacc.edu

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* CIS105 Survey of Computer Information Systems is a pre-requisite to enroll in CIS150AB. However, if you have prior programming experience, you may be able to obtain a waiver from your instructor.