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KEC Course Title: COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS (10003A001/10201A001)

Class Location: KEC

High School Credits Available: 2 College Credits Available: 6

Dual Credit Course Info: CIS101 - Introduction to Computers (3)
● Dual credit through Kishwaukee College CIS118 - Web Site Development (3)

Certification(s):

Days/Sessions/Semesters: ● Classes held daily, Monday-Friday.
● Potential KEC sessions available - 3
● Semester(s) - 1 and 2

Prerequisite / Minimum Competency NA
Required:

Additional Requirements / Costs: Textbook / $50 class software curriculum fee
Curriculum: Fee waived for 2026-2027 school year

* All fees and costs are subject to change annually Equipment / NA
as industry costs rise, however are believed to be
accurate as of the date of document creation. Lab Fees:
Indicated fees are separate from and in addition to
those that may be charged by your sending school. Uniform: NA

Miscellaneous: NA

Fall Semester 2026 - Introduction to Computers - Students will explore computer technology and its current and
future use in business, industry, and the home in this introductory course. Discussion topics include hardware and
software, networking, and the Internet. Students will use personal computers for an introduction to word
processing, spreadsheets, database, and presentation software.

Spring Semester 2027 - Web Site Development - Students will learn the fundamentals of web site design and
development using HTML. Students will work with a hypothetical client to create a functional, effective, and
visually appealing web site. Topics include web site planning, HTML, the user experience, design principles,
multimedia elements, and publishing.

Pathway Components: (for Counselor use)

⬚ 60 hours of Work Based Learning ✅ Dual Credit ⬚ State Licensure
✅ Career Exploration Activities ⬚ Dual Enrollment ⬚ Team Based Challenges

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