(Same as CIS-20) CSU
Prerequisite: CIS/CSC-2.
Advisory: Students should have a working knowledge of MS Access.
Structured design techniques for the development and implementation of computerized business applications. Course includes project planning, analysis of current system, design of a new system, implementation, consideration of data base design and development; file organization, and modular programming techniques. 54 hours lecture and 18 hours laboratory. (Letter Grade, or Pass/No Pass option.)
CSC-21 - Introduction to Operating Systems 3 units (Same as CIS-21)
CSU
Prerequisite: CIS-1A.
An introduction to operating concepts, structure, functions, performance and management is covered. A current operating system, such as Windows, Linux or UNIX is used as a case study. File multi-processing, system security, device management, network operating systems, and utilities are introduced. 54 hours lecture and 18 hours laboratory. (Letter Grade, or Pass/No Pass option.)
CSC-25 - Introduction to Data Communications 3 units (Same as CIS-25)
CSU
Prerequisite: CIS-1A.
Fundamentals of data communications and network concepts. Emphasis on planning, analyzing, designing, and implementing computer communications networks. 54 hours lecture. (Letter Grade, or Pass/No Pass option.)
CSC-27 - Information and Network Security 3 units (Same as CIS-27)
CSU
Prerequisite: None. Advisory: CIS-23.
The increased use of the local area networks, data communications and Internet technologies has also increased the need for information security. The course explores topics related to security technology physical design including firewalls, VPNs, ethical and professional issues, and information security maintenance. The course is an elective in the Computer Information Systems Discipline’s Networking Certificate Program. 54 hours lecture.
CSC-28A - MS Access Programming 3 units (Same as CIS-28A)
CSU
Prerequisite: None. Advisory: CIS/CSC-5.
Use of the data management program, MS Access, in writing command file programs to automate database management applications with the use of Visual Basic Applications variables, expressions and functions. This course shows students how event driven programs operate. 54 hours lecture and 18 hours laboratory. (Letter Grade, or Pass/No Pass option)
CSC-61 - Intro to Database Theory 3 units (Same as CIS-61)
CSU
Prerequisite: None.
This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the design and development of professional database management systems. This course will demonstrate how to build database structures using “Entity-Relationship” models and relationships. The student will encounter design and development techniques for work groups and enterprise level database models. The course will cover the Systems Development Life Cycle, as well as data validation, business rules, security and disaster recovery techniques. 54 hours lecture.
CSC-62 - MS Access DBMS: Comprehensive 3 units (Same as CIS-62)
Prerequisite: None.
Provides a comprehensive introduction to the implementation of database management systems using Microsoft Access. The student will be provided hands-on experience in modeling work problems and transforming them to a relational data model. The student will design data tables to efficiently store data. The student will be shown techniques for entering, changing, and deleting data using datasheets and forms. The student will learn to filter and modify data using queries and to output data using both forms and reports. Access macros will be applied to forms and reports. The student will be presented with database projects to reinforce their lectures. 54 hours lecture and 18 hours laboratory.
CSC-63 - Introduction to Structured 3 units Query Language (SQL)
(Same as CIS-63) Prerequisite: None.
This course provides an introduction to the relational database management system industry standard - Structured Query Language (SQL). Students will analyze, design, and implement database schema using the SQL programming language. SQL will be utilized to develop a database structure (DDL). The student will use SQL to create both Select and action queries(DML). Joins, Unions, Differences and sub-query statements will be covered. Both the Access and Oracle SQL statements will be covered. 54 hours lecture, and 18 hours laboratory.
COSMETOLOGY
The cosmetology curriculum consists of a minimum of, but not limited to, 1600 hours of instruction and requires a 2.0 average or higher in each of the five sequential courses to earn 47.5 units of college credit and a Certificate of Completion in Cosmetology. It prepares the student to qualify for the California State Board of Barbering and Cosmetology examination and the workforce. Upon passing the state examination, the student will be issued a cosmetologist license by the California State Board of Barbering and Cosmetology. Consult the Schedule of Classes for admittance and registration periods.
Requirements for Enrollment
1. Submit RCC online admissions application-select Cosmetology as the major.
2. Apply via WebAdvisor using the Cosmetology Application Form during submission dates.
3. Send one copy of high school transcript to Admissions and Records Office. (If tenth grade has not been completed, make application for equivalency test.)
4. Approximate cost to student:
(Prices for the kit and textbooks are subject to change, which is beyond our control.) Please call the Cosmetology Department for exact prices (951) 222-8185.
a) Cosmetology Principles and Practices - approximately $4000 for the total program.
b) Manicuring and Pedicuring - approximately $1000 for the total program.
c) Esthetician - approximately $4000 for the total program. For more information go to
www.academic.rcc.edu/cosmetology
COS-60A - Beginning Cosmetology Concepts 11 units Prerequisite: None.
Limitation on enrollment: Enrollment in the Cosmetology Program. An introduction to beginning cosmetology concepts, California Board of Barbering and Cosmetology Act and Regulations, cosmetology related sciences, and the practice of cosmetology principles. Theory subjects include: health and safety, cosmetology related sciences, level I hair care, skin care and nail care. Laboratory practices include: health and safety, level I hair care, skin care, and nail care. 144 hours lecture and 186 hours laboratory. COS-60B - Level II Cosmetology Concepts 10.5 units Prerequisite: COS-60A.
Limitation on enrollment: Enrollment in the Cosmetology Program. Level II cosmetology related sciences and the practice of cosmetology principles. Theory subjects include: health and safety, cosmetology related sciences, level II hair care, skin care and nail care. Laboratory practices include: health and safety, level II hair care, skin care, and nail care. 126 hours technical instruction and 204 hours laboratory.
COS-60C - Level III Cosmetology Concepts 10 units Prerequisite: COS-60B.
Limitation on enrollment: Enrollment in the Cosmetology Program. Level III study of California Board of Barbering and Cosmetology Act and Regulations, cosmetology related sciences and the practice of cosmetology principles. Theory subjects include: health and safety, level III cosmetology related sciences, level II hair care, skin care, and nail care. Laboratory practices include: health and safety, hair care, skin care, and nail care.108 hours technical instruction and 222 hours laboratory.
COS-60D - Level IV Cosmetology Concepts 8 units Prerequisite: COS-60C.
Limitation on enrollment: Enrollment in the Cosmetology Program. Level IV study of California Board of Barbering and Cosmetology Act and Regulations, cosmetology related sciences and the practice of cosmetology principles. Theory subjects include: health and safety, level IV cosmetology related sciences, advanced level IV hair care, skin care and nail care. Laboratory practices include: health and safety, level IV hair care, skin care, and nail care. 54 hours technical instruction and 276 hours laboratory.
COS-60E - Level V Cosmetology Concepts 8 units Prerequisite: COS-60D.
Limitation on enrollment: Enrollment in the Cosmetology Program. Level V study of California Board of Barbering and Cosmetology Act and Regulations, cosmetology related sciences and the practice of cosmetology principles. Theory subjects include: State licensing exam readiness, health and safety, business practices, level V cosmetology related sciences, advanced level V hair care, skin care and nail care. Laboratory practices include: health and safety, level V hair care, skin care, and nail care. 54 hours technical instruction and 276 hours laboratory.
COS-60E1 - Level V Cosmetology Concepts 4 units Prerequisite: COS-60A.
Limitation on enrollment: Enrollment in the Cosmetology Program. A study of safety and related hazardous chemicals, principles of salon management, employment skills and opportunities, retailing and salesmanship, and current fashion concepts of hair styling. Advanced level instruction and practice of salon clinic principles, chemical hair relaxing, and manicuring, facials, pedicuring, and current fashion concepts of hair styling. 27 hours lecture and 138 hours laboratory.
COS-60E2 - Level V Cosmetology Concepts 4 units Prerequisite: COS-60E-1.
Limitation on enrollment: Enrollment in the Cosmetology Program. An in-depth study relating principles of retailing, advertising and marketing. Current salon concepts and operations mandated by the Board of Barbering and Cosmetology will be practiced. 27 hours lecture and 138 hours laboratory.