Information Systems
13 courses · Porterville College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Classes: Summer 2026 · Fall 2026 · Spring 2027
INFS P010 Introduction To Word Processing/Word
- Units
- 2
- Hours
- Total lecture 36 hours
This course will familiarize students with the basic and advanced functions of Microsoft Word for Windows. Included topics are: creating, editing, illustrating, and formatting letters, tables, memos, outlines, forms, reports, merging word documents, and integrating Word with other programs.
INFS P020 Introduction to Windows Spreadsheet/Excel
- Units
- 2
- Hours
- Total lecture 36 hours
This course is designed to provide students with an overview of the spreadsheet using the most current version of Microsoft Excel. A task-driver approach will be employed throughout the course. By working through realistic cases, students will learn how to apply knowledge and skills in situations they are likely to encounter in the workplace. Weekly projects and case problems will be assigned to reinforce classroom instruction and to facilitate students' understanding of common business applications in the real world.
INFS P052 Introduction to Web Design
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- Total lecture 54 hours
- Advisory
- Information Systems P001.
This course provides hands-on learning in web design and publishing using several web authoring tools, including Dreamweaver; as well as examining other programs. Students will learn how to create web pages with various links, pictures, images, tables, and CSS layout. Use of HTML, XHTML, and CSS will be discussed. Students will be required to complete weekly homework assignments. As a part of the course, students will also demonstrate their ability in creating a properly designed and fully functional web site.
INFS P055 Internet Research
- Units
- 2
- Hours
- Total lecture 36 hours
This course instructs students in a wide variety of Internet research techniques. Students will learn web search strategies and the use of appropriate search engines and directories. The course also covers evaluation techniques for web resources, and MLA / APA citation formats for web resources.
INFS P90Z Introduction to Drone Operation
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- Total lecture 20 hours; laboratory 7 hours
Introduction to using drones for commercial and recreational use. Learn how to fly drones safely and legally. Topics include types of drones, taking photos, recording videos, live stream for social media, FAA regulations, preflight, and problem solve flight situations. Learn about the many careers and industries using drones (public safety, investigations, construction, engineering, inspections, real estate, marketing, media, delivery, insurance). You do not need to own or purchase a drone to take this course.
INFS P100 Introduction to Information Systems
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- Total lecture 36 hours, laboratory 54 hours
- Transfers to
- CSU
- C-ID
- ITIS 120
Examination of information systems and their role in business. Focus on information systems, database management systems, networking, e-commerce, ethics and security, computer systems hardware and software components. Application of these concepts and methods through hands-on projects developing computer-based solutions to business problems.
INFS P110 Information & Communication Technology Essentials
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- Total lecture 72 hours
- Transfers to
- CSU
- C-ID
- ITIS 110
This course provides an introduction to the computer hardware and software skills needed to help meet the growing demand for entry-level ICT professionals. The fundamentals of computer hardware and software as well as advanced concepts such as security, networking, and the responsibilities of an ICT professional will be introduced. Preparation for the CompTIA A+ certification exams.
INFS P113 Structured Programming
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- Total lecture 54 hours
- Prerequisite
- Information Systems P100.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- ITIS 130
An introduction to the fundamental concepts and models of application development including the basic concepts of program design, data structures, programming, problem solving, programming logic, and fundamental design techniques for event-driven programs. Hands-on experience with a modern application programming language and development platform.
INFS P164 Introduction to Information Systems Security -- Ethical Hacking
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- Total 54 lecture hours
- Advisory
- INFS P220.
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course introduces the network security specialist to the various methodologies for attacking a network. Students will be introduced to the concepts, principles, and techniques, supplemented by hands-on exercises, for attacking and disabling a network within the context of properly securing a network. The course will emphasize network attack methodologies with the emphasis on student use of network attack techniques and tools and appropriate defenses and countermeasures. Students will receive course content information through a variety of methods: lecture and demonstration of hacking tools will be used in addition to a virtual environment. Students will experience a hands-on practical approach to penetration testing measures and ethical hacking.
INFS P170 Internet Protocols and Principles
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- Total lecture 54 hours
- Transfers to
- CSU
Recommend INFS P100. Overview of the TCP/IP and OSI models, addressing, local and wide-area networks, routing protocols, transport protocols (TCP/UDP), switched and routed networks, name lookup, IPv6, network security, and address translation.
INFS P180 Introduction to Database Management Systems
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- Total lecture 54 hours
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course addresses database management, both on-premises and cloud-based, along with different approaches for storing data. In the course, students define, develop, operate, and scale both Structured Query Language (SQL) and noSQL data storage solutions and basic related applications. This course considers strategic, operational, and ethical factors that should be balanced during the design of a storage solution. Students will apply principles using a common Relational Database Management System and SQL to create and fill tables, and to retrieve and manipulate data. Object-based APIs and noSQL solutions will be covered. Topics include automated backups, transaction logs, restoration, and retention.
INFS P210 System Analysis and Design
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- Total lecture 54 hours
- Prerequisite
- Information Systems P100.
- Transfers to
- CSU
- C-ID
- ITIS 140
The course presents a systematic methodology for analyzing a business problem or opportunity, determining what role, if any, computer-based technologies can play in addressing the business need, articulating business requirements for the technology solution, specifying alternative approaches to acquiring the technology capabilities needed to address the business requirements, and specifying the requirements for the information systems solution in particular, in-house development, development from third-party providers, or purchased commercial-off-the-shelf packages.
INFS P220 Data Communications and Networking
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- Total lecture 54 hours
- Transfers to
- CSU
- C-ID
- ITIS 150
This course introduces the architecture, structure, functions, components, and models of the Internet and other computer networks. The principles and structure of IP (Internet Protocol) addressing and the fundamentals of Ethernet concepts, media, and operations are introduced to provide a foundation for further study of computer networks. It uses the OSI (Open Systems Interconnection) and TCP (Transmission Control Protocol) layered models to examine the nature and roles of protocols and services at the application, network, data link, and physical layers. Preparation for the CompTIA Network+ certification exam.