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CIS 199 Special Studies
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4 creditsIntroduction to computer and information sciences and the support infrastructure for CS and CIS majors and those who want a technical survey of computer systems. Topics include fundamental control and data structures in computer science, graphical user interfaces, and databases. Prerequisites: skill with two or three application packages and the ability to learn new software from the manual. This can be obtained from CS 115, BA 131, or self-study and competency exams.
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4 creditsProgramming techniques applied to business problems using COBOL. Covers the syntax of the language, break processing, and introduces the concept of indexed files. Prerequisite: CS 257.
CIS 326 System Software and Architecture
4 creditsA functional, systems-level review of computing equipment and the organization of components and devices into computer architectural configurations. Students learn how computer systems are configured, the principles of system software, and how hardware and software can be combined within architectural designs. Prerequisite: CS 257.
4 creditsSurvey of local area network systems focused on data communications. Serial transmission, LAN setup and administration, communication models (TCP, OSI, etc.), and protocols are explored. Hands-on experience in LAN setup, maintenance, and administration is emphasized. Prerequisite: CS 257.
4 creditsIntroduction to the information center concept and its methods for system configuration in contrast to the traditional life cycle development methodologies. Includes information center techniques for providing consultation and assistance in the assembly and testing of systems components. Prerequisite: CS 257.
4 creditsStresses basic knowledge of data structures, normalization of data, data modeling, and database methods. Students learn the basics of construction of database schema. Prerequisite: CS 257.
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4 creditsIntroduction to artificial intelligence with emphasis on business applications such as expert systems. Includes a mix of theory, design, and programming. Prerequisites: Mth 243 and either CS 258 or CIS 360.
4 creditsIntroduces basic image processing techniques, file formats, display methods, and the importance of imaging in the business and scientific community. Specific topics include point, area, and geometric processing techniques, convolution techniques, and image enhancement. Prerequisite: CS 257 or equivalent programming experience.
4 creditsExamines issues and examples of client-server application development. Programming labs focus on database access methods, transaction processing, and lab-server issues. Prerequisites: CIS 336 and CIS 360.
4 creditsContinuation of Networks I. An in-depth study of network administration. Possible topics include Internet access, distributed programming methods, routing, congestion control, security, RPC, name resolution, message based distributed applications, and Internet architectures. Prerequisite: CIS 336.
4 creditsConcentrates on the development of a project using GUIs and traditional programming. This project includes multiuser and networking features, a setup process, a transaction file, and a backup procedure. Cross platforms applications, team programming, event-driven programming, and performance tools are introduced. Prerequisite: CIS 360.
4 creditsThe project sequence provides a problem to analyze and solve through design of a solution, creation of a software solution, implementation of the solution, and documentation of the entire process. Project I is project selection and completion of the design phase. Prerequisite: CS 469.
4 creditsCapstone II goal is to finish the work started in Capstone I by creating and implementing the software solution and completing documentation. The documentation should address operating procedures required to run software produced by the student and should also address project maintenance. Prerequisite: CIS 470/570.
CS 101 Computers in Society
3 creditsNontechnical introduction to the nature of computers and their importance in society. Explores the structure, capabilities, and limitations of computers.
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maximum total credit: 9 credits.
4 creditsSurvey of computer applications including operating systems, word processors, spreadsheets, and databases. This is an introductory hands-on course.
4 creditsThorough introduction to word processing and desktop publishing for students in most disciplines. The capabilities and limitations of word processors are covered. Adjunct software such as spelling checkers and thesauruses are covered. Prerequisite: CS 115.
4 creditsStudents apply popular spreadsheet and database programs to problems involving data analysis, bookkeeping, or accounting. Includes use of graphics for visual display of information, macros for tailor-made systems, and import/export facilities that allow integration with other packages. Prerequisite: CS 115.
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4 creditsAn introduction to UNIX for non majors. Possible topics include characteristics of multiuser systems, ways to get help, remote access, the UNIX file system, UNIX commands, editing, mail, and an introduction to command files and programming in UNIX if time permits. Note: credit is not given to students who have already taken CS 426. Prerequisite: programming experience recommended.
4 creditsIntroduction to computers and computer programming in the FORTRAN language with emphasis on scientific applications. Prerequisite: Mth 112.
4 creditsIntroduction to structured programming and design using the Pascal language. Use of structured programming techniques are emphasized. Variable scoping, parameter passing, and the variety of available data structures are covered. Introduces recursive procedures. Students are expected to do several programming projects. Prerequisite: Mth 112.
4 creditsIntroduction to Object Oriented Programming. Reinforces fundamental control and date structures of computer science and introduces data abstraction, classes, objects, polymorphism, and inheritance. Prerequisite: programming experience equivalent to, or current registration in, CIS 200.
4 creditsInput, output, templates, exception handling, and object oriented introduction to linked lists, stacks, queues, and trees. Prerequisite: CS 257.
4 creditsAssembly language concepts are used to illustrate machine architecture and the translation of features in higher level programming languages. Hardware features and capabilities are discussed. Direct video access and simple interrupt processing are introduced. Prerequisite: CS 257 which may be taken concurrently.
CS 312 Simulation
4 creditsTheoretical and practical foundations for the science of computer simulation. Simulations of discrete and continuous systems are studied. Projects using standard higher programming languages are assigned as well as projects using currently available simulation languages. Prerequisites: Mth 243 and one course selected from CS 251, 253, or 257.
4 creditsIntroduction to computer graphics. Develops a graphics kernel system used to do several graphics projects. Presents the use of matrices to effect transformations of graphics displays, perspective, clipping, scaling, and hidden line techniques. Prerequisites: Mth 261 and CS 253 or 257.
4 creditsInvestigation of various philosophies for defining hardware and software interfaces within the computer system. Includes an introduction to general topics in computer architecture and organization, followed by a survey of representative case studies. Includes advanced topics such as interrupts, synchronization, fault-tolerant computing, and performance analysis. Prerequisites: knowledge of a programming language and CS 275.
4 creditsFormal definition of programming languages including specification of syntax and semantics. Simple statements, including precedence, infix, prefix, and postfix notation. Global properties of algorithmic languages, including scope of declarations, storage allocations, grouping of statements, binding time of constituents, subroutines, co-routines, and tasks. Prerequisite: CS 258.
4 creditsConcepts of the UNIX operating system and the 'C' programming language. Students will learn to use a UNIX operating system and program in 'C' on the UNIX operating system. Prerequisite: CS 258 or equivalent.
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4 creditsData structures are developed emphasizing algorithms, characteristics, and applications. Examination of alternative algorithms for manipulating data structures and their complexity is included. Applications include data management systems, file organization, information retrieval, list processing. Prerequisites: CS 257, 275, and Mth 235.
4 creditsContinues the study of computer graphics started in CS 316. More techniques to create displays with hidden line removal as well as shading, shadows, and stereo graphics. Ray tracing is developed. Prerequisite: CS 316.
4 creditsFormal language and automata theory from finite state automata to Turing machines. Presents the Chomsky hierarchy of languages and the relationship between languages and automata. Prerequisite: CS 411.
4 creditsSystems administration, programming, and networking in UNIX. Possible topics include installation, shell programming, administration, network installation, and the X window system. Prerequisite: CS 367.
4 creditsIntroduction to compiler construction. Students build a compiler for a mini-language. Topics include grammars, lexical analysis, parsers, parser generators, code generation and code optimization. Prerequisites: Mth 235 and CS 367.
3 to 5 credits, each topicSelected topics in computer science. Topics are offered based on interest and need. Repeated credit allowed for varying topics. Prerequisite and credit are determined by topic.
4 creditsOperating systems and components, operating characteristics, user services, and limitations. Implementation techniques for processing of input-output and interrupt handling. Overall structure of multiprogramming systems or multiprocessor configurations. Details of addressing techniques, core management, file system design and management, system accounting, and other user-related services. Prerequisite: CS 367.
4 creditsPresents classical systems analysis and the most recent advances in the field. Covers classical techniques such as structured analysis, system life cycle, data flow diagrams, data dictionaries, entity-relationship diagrams, and database models. Prerequisite: completion of at least 16 credits of upper division CS or CIS including either
CS 411 or CIS 360.
4 creditsThe project sequence provides a problem to analyze and solve through design of a solution, creation of a software solution, implementation of the solution, and documentation of the entire process. Project I is project selection and completion of the design phase. Prerequisite: CS 469.
4 creditsCapstone II goal is to finish the work started in Capstone I by creating and implementing the software solution and completing documentation. The documentation should address operating procedures required to run software produced by the student and should also address project maintenance. Prerequisite: successful completion of CS 470/570.