Class information
CIS121 Info Systems and Programming
- CRN: 20631
- Credits: 4
- Locations, days, times, and instructors:
- Online (no scheduled meetings), Available 24/7
From March 30 through June 13, 2026, Walter T Morales
- Online (no scheduled meetings), Available 24/7
Details about this class
Please log in on the first day of class to review all course requirements. Students who do not log in may be dropped as a no‑show.
You can purchase the required textbook directly through the zyBooks publisher website for approximately $70 (price subject to change). All CIS 121 Information Systems and Programming sections use the same textbook, and it is required for completing assignments.
This is a fully online course (100% web‑based) with no scheduled meeting times. However, you are expected to log in on at least three different days each week. Regular participation is essential for activities such as discussions, which rely on interaction with classmates to build a learning community. Frequent logins also ensure you stay updated on announcements, assignment adjustments, and any changes to the tentative course calendar.
Technology
Required Hardware
In addition to having access to a computer that can run the required software, you need to have a microphone for one assignment and your final presentation.
Required Software
Windows 7, 8.1, 10, or 11, macOS and Linux. If you have a MacOS, I recommend that you set it up as dual boot with windows.
Microsoft Office (including Access) OR LibreOffice (for Non-Windows users, there is a web-based version of Access available)
Web browser (like Microsoft Edge, Internet Explorer, Firefox, Google Chrome, or Safari)
Zip program (normally included in your operating System)
Text Editor like Brackets or NotePad++
Diagram Software like Visio, or draw.io (a web-based one, like Lucidchart, is fine too)
Pycharm Edu or Pycharm with EDU Tools plug in
All the above software is available for free.
No show policy
Your instructor can mark you as a "no show" if you do not participate in your class during the first week. This will remove you from the class. It is important to log in as soon as the class starts to see what the participation requirements are.
Online technical requirements
Please be sure to read the quick guide to Online Learning technical requirements.
Students with disabilities
Students with disabilities should notify their instructor if accommodations are needed to take this class. For information about technologies that help people with disabilities taking Online based classes please visit the Disability Services website.
Prerequisite for online classes
Before you take your first online class at PCC, you must complete the start guide. The start guide will help you decide if these classes are right for you. Once you complete the start guide, you will be able to register for these classes.