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| CSC100 |
Computing Topics |
1 credit |
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This course covers specific uses for computers and technology in a
variety of tasks, such as spreadsheet or Internet use. Each section of
the course exposes students to a different topic. Different sections may
be required by different disciplines. Different sections may be taken for
credit, but individual sections may not be repeated for credit. (1 credit)
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| CSC102 |
Business Computing |
2 credits |
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This course serves as an introduction to common business-oriented
computer technologies and issues. Computer applications, misuse and the
ethical use of computers in business are explored in detail. Current
software applications are studied through laboratories, demonstrations
and assignments. Students will learn advanced uses of application
programs including spreadsheet processing and information processing with
databases. (2 credits)
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| CSC151 |
Office Application Programming |
2 credits |
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This course focuses on the customization and programmability of commonly
used business applications. The main topics covered will include writing
macros, controlling spreadsheets, databases and other business
applications using scripts and short programs, and customizing
applications to fit specific busines needs. Prerequisite: CSC102 or
permission of instructor. (2 credits)
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| CSC171 |
Computer Science I |
4 credits |
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(general education option under mathematics) This is the first in a
two-semester sequence of courses that introduces students to fundamental
aspects of the field of computing; focusing on problem-solving, software
design concepts and their realization as computer programs. Topics
include procedural abstraction, control structures, iteration, data types
and their representation. An introduction to a high-level language, for
the purpose of gaining mastery of these principles, will be provided in
lectures and hands-on laboratory experiences. Prerequisite: C- or better
in MAT90, an ACT math score of 20 or above (SAT 480 or above),
or a passing score on the MAT90 placement exam. (4 credits)
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| CSC172 |
Computer Science II |
4 credits |
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This course moves students into the domain of software design,
introducing principles that are necessary for solving large problems.
Here, the classical software design process serves as a basis for
treating such topics as abstract data types, specifications, complexity
analysis and file organization. Basic data structures and
transformations are introduced as representative of the fundamental tools
that are used to aid in this process. A high-level language will be used
for the purpose of gaining mastery of these principles through lectures
and independent hands-on laboratory experiences. Prerequisite: CSC171. (4
credits)
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| CSC200 |
Principles of Computer Information Systems |
2 credits |
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This course outlines the concepts of computer information systems, data
as a resource, information technology planning and implementation, and
project management. Topics covered include decision theory, information
theory, the role of information technology in an organization, evaluation
of system performance, the development process, and societal and ethical
issues related to information systems design and use. (3 credits;
alternate years, consult department)
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| CSC270 |
Computer Organization |
4 credits |
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This course explores architecture and computer design issues in modern
computers. Part of the course is spent looking at the basic building
blocks used to design and build a computer. The rest of the course deals
with how to work with the computer at the level of the central processing
unit, main memory and registers. Programming assignments are done in
assembly language to see what commands the computer really understands.
Co-requisite: CSC172. (4 credits; alternate years, consult
department)
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| CSC280 |
Computer Systems Management |
2 credits |
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Provides a practical introduction to the management and administration of
a computer system. This course covers what it takes to keep a computer
system going and how to ensure that users can and do use the computer
efficiently. Topics covered include managing users, managing networks,
hardware, operating systems, and software management, developing
administration policy, ethics, and various related topics. The Unix
operating system is used to provide practical demonstration of the topics
covered. A version of Unix that can operate on a 386 or better machine
will be provided. Prerequisites: CSC171, 172, and 270. (2 credits;
alternate years, consult department)
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| CSC291 |
Database Management Systems |
4 credits |
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This course examines database concepts, theory, design and management.
Common database models that are examined will be the hierarchical,
network and relational models. Emphasis will be on the relational model.
Topics will also include normalization, query languages, database
recovery and security aspects. This course will include experience with
a relational database system. Prerequisite: CSC171. (3 credits; alternate
years, consult department)
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| CSC300 |
Electronic Commerce Development |
4 credits |
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This course provides an introduction to electronic commerce strategy and
the development and architecture of electronic business solutions and
their components. Topics covered include the business models and
economics associated with e-commerce, system design and implementation,
building a web interface for e-commerce, reliability, security concerns,
and legal and ethical issues. Prerequisite: CSC172. (3 credits; alternate
years, consult department)
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| CSC321 |
Human-Computer Interaction |
4 credits |
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Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) focuses on how a user interacts with and
interprets the interface of a program. A good interface can make an
average program seem better than it is, and a poor interface can ruin a
technically superior piece of software. This course will include theory
and case studies in lecture and practical programming exercises in lab. A
final project will combine theory with programming by designing,
implementing, testing and evaluating a complete interface to an
application. Prerequisite: CSC172 (3 credits; alternate years, consult
department)
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| CSC351 |
Data Structures |
4 credits |
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This course deals with data structures and their algorithms. Emphasis is
given to good data abstraction and efficiency. The data structures
covered include arrays, linked lists, trees, graphs and strings. Other
topics covered may include design patterns, analysis of algorithms and
complexity classes. Programming is done in an object-oriented language.
Prerequisite: CSC172. (4 credits; alternate years, consult
department)
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| CSC361 |
Networking |
4 credits |
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This course introduces the student to the field of computer networking.
Students will develop an understanding of the general principles of
computer communication as they are worked out in an appropriate protocol
suite. Specific attention will be paid to principles of architecture,
layering, multiplexing, addressing and address mapping, routing and
naming. Problems considered include the writing of network software, the
physical construction of networks, the Internet and its future
development, and network security. Prerequisite: CSC351. (3
credits; alternate years, consult department)
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| CSC371 |
Operating Systems |
4 credits |
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Introduction to hardware and software related to system organization.
Such topics as process management, device management and memory
management are discussed, as are relevant issues associated with security
and protection. Prerequisite: CSC270. (4 credits; alternate years,
consult department)
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| CSC381 |
Programming Languages |
4 credits |
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This course discusses programming languages from a general viewpoint -
what are the properties of all successful programming languages? Also
discussed are various programming paradigms: iterative programming,
object-oriented programming, functional programming, logic programming,
concurrent programming, etc. Programming may be done all in one language
(emulate other paradigms), in a few select languages (one for each
paradigm), or in a large variety of languages. Prerequisites: CSC270 and
351. (4 credits; alternate years, consult department)
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| CSC398 |
Directed Study |
2-4 credits |
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| CSC417 |
Internship |
6-8 credits |
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(2 credits may apply toward the major)
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| CSC420 |
Special Topics |
3-4 credits |
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This course is for upper-level computer science majors to cover current
topics in computer science. Possible topics for this course include
computer graphics, compiler construction, parallel processing,
high-performance computing and artificial intelligence. Prerequisite:
junior or senior class standing or permission of instructor. (3 or 4
credits; alternate years, consult department)
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| CSC450 |
Value Issues in Computing |
2 credits |
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This course focuses on a range of social and ethical issues involved in
computer science and computer use. Computer professionals have to face
these issues and deal with them in a responsible way. Some issues
discussed in the course include ethical decision making, software piracy,
software protection, computer crime, privacy, errors and reliability,
computers and the workplace, responsibility and reliability, artificial
intelligence and virtual reality. (2 credits)
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| CSC470 |
Senior Project |
2 credits |
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This course gives the student an opportunity to branch off into an area
of their own selection. The student must obtain approval of a project
proposal from a member of the department before registering for this
course. The project will require planning, design and implementation of
a computer application in such a way as to integrate the material from
computer science courses and courses outside computer science. Students
with career concentrations or minors are encouraged to make use of
materials from their other subject areas. (2 credits)
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| CSC499 |
Honors Research |
2-4 credits |
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