We have provided answers to common questions below. For more answers, visit the official District FAQ page for the new Student System at: http://www.maricopa.edu/nss/faq.php
What is the Student Information System (SIS)?
The Student Information System (SIS) is a software application that was purchased by the Maricopa Community Colleges to replace the current SIS or "Legacy" system. The Student Information System is an Oracle product. For more information, visit the Oracle website.
How is the student ID used throughout the system?
After student data is entered into the new student system through the Prospect (Recruitment) process, the "Quick Admit" process, or the Student Self-Service process, the system self-generates a random ID number creating the single student record for campus use.
When will the new Student Information System go-live?
The new system is scheduled to go-live on February 19, 2008. The Legacy SIS will be taken offline on February 12, although it will remain viewable as read-only. A bi-weekly progress report (Project Status) is available reflecting the status of the project.
Will the new student system recognize when a student has enrolled in seven-plus credit hours and will the system calculate tuition according to Maricopa policy?
The system will recognize the difference between 6 or less and 7 or more credit hours and will calculate tuition correctly.
Will I be able to perform advanced schedule searches for class information?
Yes. For example, searches may be performed for classes across all Maricopa Community Colleges; or search for a list of open humanities classes, meeting on MWF between 10:00 m. and 12:00 p.m.
Will I be able to register for all classes on-line?
Generally, students that have met all pre-requisites and/or co-requisites for courses will be able to enroll using the self-service features. If you have not met these requirements, you will be directed to see an advisor.
Will all colleges go-live at the same time?
Yes. All colleges will go-live at the same time in February 2008.
It is important when building the schedule to have the option to assign several instructors (10+) to one course and several rooms (6+) to one course.
You can assign multiple instructors and rooms without specific limits. You can even assign specific instructors or rooms by date.
Can you see detail cost per class?
Yes. All charges are listed on the student's account in summary form; however, you can move down to see the detail, including lab and course fees - per class.
Will the system be able to access transfer work from other MCC\D campuses or other evaluated transfer credits so a student can meet a pre- or co- requisite in order to register online?
Yes, the system will be able to access the students transfer work as long as the student has requested it to be transferred and it has been entered and evaluated by the system.
How will I be trained to use SIS?
Prior to going live with the new system, training will be arranged at each college for SIS system users. For most employees, this will be a “just-in-time” training approach. Web-based and hard copy materials will be available during and after training for continued assistance. Training details will be available and communicated as the project progresses.
Will Faculty be able to enter and edit grades on-line?
Yes. After go-live, faculty members will be entering and editing grades on-line through the SIS self-service functionality. Training for faculty will be conducted at their college.
Can Faculty enter grades remotely?
Yes. Grades may be entered from any internet-linked computer with an up-to-date browser using your login and password.
Will the legacy data, such as course information and student enrollment, be available in the new SIS system?
Yes, historical data will be converted from the legacy system to new SIS. More detailed information will be available as the project progresses.
Will Faculty be able to print class rosters?
Yes. Faculty members will have access to view and print class rosters through the faculty self-service functionality. Training for faculty will be conducted at their colleges.
What is EASIS+?
EASIS+ stands for “Early Access SIS” and provides the college users an early version of what will ultimately become Maricopa’s SIS database. For employee login, click here.
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