COMPUTER SCIENCE DEPARTMENT OF COMPUTER SCIENCE,
CS 351 SYSTEM DEVELOPMENT METHODOLOGIES: A SURVEY (3) Traditional analysis, design, and implementation through a data flow analysis
and systems development life cycle approach. Methods for structured analysis and design, data structures, data definition, and normalization are covered. Three hours lecture. Prerequisite: CS 235 or 237.
CS 360 END USER TRAINING AND SUPPORT. (3). Stresses information center methods for building systems in direct collaboration between users and analysts. This course covers end user services including education and training, hardware and software support, consulting, data access support and productivity aids. Prerequisites: CS 105.
CS 365 SCRIPTING LANGUAGES. (3). Introduction to Scripting Languages, using PYTHON and PERL as primary tools, especially suitable for making complex data selections and file changes. Prerequisites: CS 105.
CS 370 INFORMATION ENGINEERING. (3). An introduction to Information Engineering (IE) modeling. Emphasis will be on the analysis phase of the IE life cycle. Students will analyze a process and model the data and the activities using IE modeling concepts and the Sterling Software COOL: Gen Tool. Three hours lecture. Prerequisite: CS 321 and 351.
CS 385 DIRECTED TUTORING. (1-3). Within a laboratory environment, students provide CS/CIS tutoring to other students. One hour credit given for each 3
393 topics of concern to computer science and computer information systems will be offered under this category. Prerequisite(s): Listed in the schedule when specific topic is offered. May be lecture only or a combination of lecture and laboratory (lab fee charged).
CS 394 INDEPENDENT STUDY. (3). A course of independent study on a computer science topic, in a mentoring environment, with one-on-one collaboration between faculty and student. Prerequisite: Must be a Computer Science major with at least junior standing. Permission of Department Head required.
CS 395 RESEARCH SEMINAR (1-3). Seminar to provide a forum for discussing research topics, methods, and results. Prerequisite: Consent of Instructor CS 441 ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE. (3, LF). Presents the manager's
responsibilities for problem solving and decision making using artificial intelligence, decision support systems and expert systems. The systems covered go beyond traditional program files and information. Three hours lecture with outside laboratory assignments. Prerequisite: CS 321.
CS 442 NETWORKING AND DATA COMMUNICATIONS. (3, LF). Covers microcomputer-based work stations, digital voice communication, local area networking, computer load sharing, decentralized transaction processing, distributed databases, and other evolving technologies. Three hours lecture with outside laboratory assignments. Prerequisite: CS 321.
CS 443 CIS COMMUNICATION TECHNIQUES. (3). Helps students to develop basic written communication techniques and presentation skills as they relate to Computer Information Systems. Theory and practice in writing and presenting technical papers, reports, and correspondence will be emphasized along with documentation procedures and handbook development. This course is designated writing intensive. Three hours lecture. Prerequisite: CS 351, ENG 102, SPT 206 or 207.
CS 444 TCP/IP FUNDAMENTALS. (3, LF). A study of TCP/IP Fundamentals. Topics covered include installation, addressing, subnetting, routing, WINS, DCHP and security. There will be hands on exercises as well as lecture. Prerequisite: CS 442.
CS 445 NETWORKING WITH MICROSOFT IIS. (3, LF). A study of Microsoft's Internet Information Services. Topics such as implementation and administration, WWW service, FTP service, Virtual directories and security will be covered. Prerequisite: CS 442.
CS 446 MANAGEMENT OF INFORMATION SYSTEMS. (3). Using the case study method, examines ways that information systems enable businesses to address customer demands, competition, and a rapidly changing technology. Three hours lecture. Prerequisite: CS 105.
CS 451 SYSTEMS DEVELOPMENT PROJECT. (3). A project course which emphasizes the development of a computer application using the life-cycle methodology. The class organizes into project teams, accepts developmental assignments, and follows the life cycle process to produce specifications for a current system. Three hours lecture. Prerequisites: CS 321 and 351.
CS 460 CIS SEMINAR. (1). A capstone course required for CIS majors in their final year. A research paper and an oral presentation of a CIS related topic will be required for completion of the degree program. Prerequisites: CS 443 and completion of 105 hours.
CS 481H HONORS SUMMER MENTORSHIP. (3). Designed to provide students with the opportunity to engage in individual research under the close supervision
of a faculty member. Twenty hours of research required per week. Prerequisites: Previous honors coursework with 3.2 GPA; 3.2 cumulative GPA; junior standing; consent of department and Honors Committee.
CS 482H HONORS THESIS. (3-6). Provides students with the opportunity to engage in a major research or creative project in their degree major under the direction of a thesis committee. Prerequisites: 18 hours of honors courses with 3.2 GPA; 3.2 cumulative GPA; senior standing; consent of department and thesis committee.
CS 486 INTERNET AND NETWORK SECURITY. (3). This course introduces students to the broad subject of network security through the study of computer and network security principles, network and server security, securing network transmission, security management, fault tolerance and disaster recovery, intrusion detection and response, and remote access and wireless security. Prerequisite: CS 442.
CS 497 NETWORKING INTERNSHIP. (3). May be repeated once for a total of 6 hours. Provides the student with an opportunity to apply networking skill in a supervised work setting. Each student will be required to complete a minimum of 320 hours at the designated internship facility. Prerequisites: Must be a major in CIS, have completed at least 5 upper division CIS courses, and must obtain consent of the Department Head.
CS 498 COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS INTERNSHIP. (3-6). Provides students with an opportunity to apply their computer knowledge and skills in a work setting and begin to formulate a career plan through supervised instruction in business or government environment. Each student will be required to complete a minimum of 320 hours at the designated internship facility. May be repeated twice for a total of six credit hours. Prerequisites: Must be a major in CIS, have completed at least 5 upper division CIS courses, and obtain consent of the department.
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