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BPC110: Computer Usage and Applications – 3 credits

Introduction to business and personal computer operations and usage. Software applications for analyzing and solving business problems including word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation graphics. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: CS

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
12070
Chandler-Gilbert: Pecos Campus
Pecos Cholla Hall Rm 106
Hybrid In-Person
3/24 – 5/15
Spring 2026
Tu,Th
10:00AM – 11:15AM
  • D. Vazquez
Open
14 of 24 seats available
  • Costs include BPC Course Fee: $95.00
  • Second Eight (8) Week Class
    Course fee includes ebook and Simnet access.
    Hybrid classes combine a reduced amount of scheduled classroom time with required out-of-class learning activities, typically conducted online.
    Class 12070 costs include BPC Course Fee: $95
    Uses Microsoft Office. Through a partnership between Microsoft and MCCCD, this software is available for student use for free.
    Students are required to use a PC or MAC computer for this course. A Chromebook, tablet, or phone are not acceptable devices. To complete the Microsoft Access portion of the course, you must have access to a computer with a Microsoft-based operating system.
12157
Chandler-Gilbert
CGCC Online
Online
3/23 – 5/15
Spring 2026
N/A
N/A
  • L. Short
Open
1 of 28 seats available
  • Costs include BPC Course Fee: $95.00
  • Second Eight (8) Week Class
    Course fee includes ebook and Simnet access.
    Class 12157 costs include BPC Course Fee: $95
    Uses Microsoft Office. Through a partnership between Microsoft and MCCCD, this software is available for student use for free.
    Students are required to use a PC or MAC computer for this course. A Chromebook, tablet, or phone are not acceptable devices. To complete the Microsoft Access portion of the course, you must have access to a computer with a Microsoft-based operating system.
17955
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online : You can start on any Monday between dates:
3/9 – 4/27
Spring 2026
N/A
N/A
  • T. Smith
Open
4 of 25 seats available
  • Fourteen (14) Week Class
    8-week class option available
    MS Office 2021
    Software Required
    Microsoft Office 2021 or 365 (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access)
    Additional Materials an account on SIMnet. Refer to the Course Introduction for details.
    Note: If you are on a Mac or Chromebook computer, you will not be able to run Microsoft Access required for this course as it is a Windows only course. If you do not have access to a Microsoft Windows computer, Rio has several computer labs that have the necessary software for the course that you can use.

BPC170: A+ Exam Prep: Computer Hardware Configuration and Support – 3 credits

Explore technical aspects of personal computers, including system components, installation, system configuration, peripheral devices, and notebooks. Emphasis placed on hardware installation, maintenance, mobile devices, and hardware troubleshooting. Helps prepare students for the CompTIA A+ examinations.
Prerequisites: None.

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
17915
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online : You can start on any Monday between dates:
3/9 – 4/27
Spring 2026
N/A
N/A
  • G. Jensen
Open
7 of 15 seats available
  • Fourteen (14) Week Class
    8-week class option available
    Software Required
    Required Training Materials
    CertMaster Learn A+ Core 1 and Core 2, which can be purchased directly from CompTIA. See Syllabus for ISBN information.
    NOTE: Student pricing is only available when purchased directly from CompTIA. Instructions on how to qualify for student pricing will be provided in your Course Introduction. This product is also used in sections of BPC171 and BPC270 taken at Rio Salado College.
    Microsoft Office 365
    Microsoft Azure Dev Tools for Teaching. See Syllabus for more information.
    Microsoft Windows Operating System Required
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor

BPC171: Recycling Used Computer Technology – 1 credit

Use of hardware maintenance knowledge and skills to refurbish used computers. Note: BPC171 may be repeated for a total of three (3) credit hours. A grade of C or better required in all Prerequisites. Prerequisites or Corequisites: BPC170 or permission of instructor.

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
21505
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online : You can start on any Monday between dates:
3/9 – 4/27
Spring 2026
N/A
N/A
  • M. Miller
Open
7 of 7 seats available
  • Eight (8) Week Class
    Software Required
    Microsoft Word, or similar word processing software that can save and export PDF files.
    Required Training Materials:
    CertMaster Learn A+ Core 1 and Core 2, which can be purchased directly from CompTIA. See syllabus for ISBN information.
    NOTE: Student pricing is only available when purchased directly from CompTIA. Instructions on how to qualify for student pricing will be provided in your Course Introduction. This product is also used in sections of BPC170 and BPC270 taken at Rio Salado College.
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor

BPC270: A+ Exam Prep: Operating System Configuration and Support – 3 credits

Explore advanced technical aspects of maintaining and servicing computers. Emphasis placed on OS installation, maintenance, mobile devices, security, software troubleshooting, and on proper usage of tools, safety procedures, and professionalism. Helps prepare students for the CompTIA A+ examinations. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CIS105 or permission of Instructor.

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructors Availability
26551
Mesa
Live Online
Live Online
3/23 – 5/15
Spring 2026
M,W
5:45PM – 9:00PM
  • J. Bodine
Open
4 of 24 seats available
  • Costs include BPC Course Fee: $5.00
  • Live Online classes have sessions that meet online on specific days and times. Attendance in these sessions will be at the discretion of the instructor, and additional work will be required on the student’s own time. Access to a computer or mobile device with Internet connection is required.
    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 26551 costs include BPC Course Fee: $5
11990
Chandler-Gilbert: Pecos Campus
Pecos Bradshaw Hall Rm 123B
Hybrid In-Person
3/23 – 5/15
Spring 2026
M,W
6:00PM – 8:30PM
  • D. Burhenn
Open
10 of 25 seats available
  • Costs include BPC Course Fee: $25.00
  • Hybrid classes combine a reduced amount of scheduled classroom time with required out-of-class learning activities, typically conducted online.
    Second Eight (8) Week Class
    Class 11990 costs include BPC Course Fee: $25
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
27527
Glendale
T1 109
Hybrid In-Person
3/23 – 5/15
Spring 2026
M,W
6:10PM – 9:00PM
  • N. Critz-Lane
Open
5 of 18 seats available
31237
Paradise Valley
Hybrid Virtual
Hybrid Live Online
3/24 – 5/15
Spring 2026
Tu,Th
1:00PM – 3:10PM
  • A. Francuzik
Open
13 of 26 seats available
  • Hybrid Virtual courses require both online and live online components.
    If you have not taken an online course or used the Canvas Classroom, please contact the PVCC Technology Help Desk for more information at 602.787.7780.
17355
Paradise Valley
E 154: Comp Commons
Hybrid In-Person
3/24 – 5/15
Spring 2026
Tu,Th
1:00PM – 3:10PM
  • A. Francuzik
Open
13 of 26 seats available
  • Hybrid Class meets in-person on campus at the designated location, days and times. Additional online work will be required. This type of class is designed for highly motivated, self disciplined, technology-literate students; requires reliable Web and e-mail address for communication and assignments outside of the classroom. Contact the PVCC Technology Help Desk for more information at 602.787.7780.
24478
Mesa: Dobson Campus
BA 5N
In Person
3/24 – 5/15
Spring 2026
Tu,Th
5:45PM – 9:15PM
  • J. Bodine
Open
12 of 20 seats available
31236
Paradise Valley
ONLINE
Online
3/24 – 5/15
Spring 2026
N/A
N/A
  • A. Francuzik
Open
6 of 23 seats available
  • Online courses require reliable internet access. If you have not taken an online course or used the Canvas Classroom, please contact the PVCC Technology Help Desk for more information at 602.787.7780.
    Online classes do not meet at specific class times. Coursework must be completed according to deadlines. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device.
18871
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online : You can start on any Monday between dates:
3/9 – 4/27
Spring 2026
N/A
N/A
  • J. Alessi
Open
10 of 22 seats available
  • Fourteen (14) Week Class
    8-week class option available
    Software Required
    Microsoft Office 365
    Required Training Materials
    CertMaster Learn A+ Core 1 and Core 2, which can be purchased directly from CompTIA. See Syllabus for ISBN information. NOTE: Student pricing is only available when purchased directly from CompTIA. Instructions on how to qualify for student pricing will be provided in your Course Introduction. This product is also used in sections of BPC170 and BPC171 taken at Rio Salado College.
    Microsoft Azure Dev Tools for Teaching. See Syllabus for more information.
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
23757
South Mountain
ONLINE
Online
3/23 – 5/15
Spring 2026
N/A
N/A
  • T. Nero
Open
19 of 30 seats available
  • Costs include BPC Course Fee: $5.00
  • Class Meets Second Eight (8) Weeks
    This class is offered Online. Click the link to view a video on how the class will be
    held: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VE29UfWcGsQ What is an Online Class?
    This class uses amazing online courseware (LabSim for PC Pro eBook) that includes videos and hands-on simulations. Read the class syllabus at https://learn.maricopa.edu/login to learn how to purchase the course materials at a discount and purchase the course materials prior to the first day of class.
    Class 23757 costs include BPC Course Fee: $5
  • No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor