FAQ

 General Information

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.

When will the new Student Information System go-live?
The new system is scheduled to go-live in October 2007.  A bi-weekly progress report (Project Status) is available reflecting the status of the project.

Will all colleges go-live at the same time?
Yes. All colleges will go-live at the same time in October 2007.

Are there additional project phases planned after October 2007?
Yes. Additional phases are planned that allow Maricopa to leverage system capabilities beyond initial implemented functionality.

Who is providing leadership for the project?
There are several levels of leadership for the SIS project including the Chancellor's Executive Council (CEC), Project Oversight Group (POG), Project Leads, and the College Implementation Team (CIT).

Which software version is Maricopa implementing?
Maricopa will implement the 8.9 software version for the latest in functionality available for students, faculty, and staff.

  Faculty Information

Will I 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.

Will I 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 I 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.

Sharon Blanton, Project Manager
Yira Brimage, Project Coordinator