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COMPUTER SCIENCE – STARS Transfer

 

The Associate  of  Arts  for  Computer Science  Transfer

The Associate  in Science for  Computer Science Transfer Program is designed for students who are planning to transfer into baccalaureate degree programs in computer science.  Students are introduced to the various areas of computer science of choice. The major emphasis is on completion of general education requirements that are part of the senior institution's requirements for computer science/information technology/etc. majors. These are in the liberal arts areas of math, science, humanities and social sciences.  Students enrolling in this transfer program should be aware of the course requirements and application of transfer credits at the institutions to which they are considering transferring.  Each student should work closely with the STARS program, their advisor, and transfer counselor to be sure that their requirements are sufficient.

ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE DEGREE

Computer Science

           

   

Semester Hours

 

Area I –  Written Composition                                       

6

ENG 101 -  English Composition I                       

3

ENG 102 - English Composition II                      

3

 

 

Area II – Humanities & Fine Arts                                 

12

SPH 107 - Fundamentals of Public Speaking                       

3

Humanities Requirement                                           

3

Fine Arts Requirement                                                                

6

Area III – Natural Science & Mathematics                 

11

Natural Science/Lab                                                   

8

Math Requirement                                                     

3

 

 

Area IV – History, Social, & Behavioral Sciences                 

12

History Requirement                                                 

6

Social and Behavioral Sciences Requirement              

6

 

 

Area V – Pre-Professional/Elective Courses                 

17-23

Two 1-hour PED activity courses                             

2

Students may be required to take Reading 114, Critical Reading for College (2 hours) based     on placement test scores                            

2

CIS 146 - Microcomputer Applications            

3

Electives (ACC, BUS, CIS, ECO, OAD)                  

15*

Total Required Hours For Degree                        

62-64

 

The following applies for the Business Education Program

  •  *Elective(s) and/or substitutions must be approved by the area advisor

  • PSY 100 is a prerequisite for this program

  • BUS 210 (Introduction to Accounting) is recommended as a prerequisite for BUS 241

 

COMPUTER SCIENCE - Business

 

The Computer Science/Business Program is designed for students with an interest in computer science and its application in business. With the current trends to outsourcing and contracting for the provision of computing resources in business, it is imperative that computing practitioners have a strong grounding in business and business practices. These practitioners need entrepreneurial skills as they will often have to establish themselves as independent consultants and compete for contracts. This degree is intended to prepare students to compete in this market.   Co-op is required of each student in the degree program.  Co-op contributes to the overall skill development which builds self-confidence, maturity, and the ability to work independently. 

 

 

ASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCE DEGREE

Computer Science – Business

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General Studies Courses                           

Semester Hours

ENG 101 - English Composition I                       

3

ART 100 - Art Appreciation /OR                    

 
MUS 101 - Music Appreciation / OR                   
REL 152 - Survey of New Testament / OR  
SPA 101 - Introduction to Spanish I                  3

SPH 107 - Fund. Public Speaking                    

3

BIO 101 - Intro to Biology I W/Lab               

4

CIS 146 - Microcomputer Applications           

3

MTH 110 - Finite Mathematics / OR               

3
MTH 112 - Pre-Calculus                                3
(or higher level math from STARS)  

PSY 200 - General Psychology / OR              

3
SOC 200 - Intro to Sociology                               3

·     Two 1-hour PED activity courses                    

2

·     RDG 114 - Critical Reading for College

 

(depending on  placement test scores)                    

2

·     WKO 107 -  WorkKeys                                    

1

Total General Studies Courses                                 

27

 

 

Field of Concentration Courses                        

49

BSS 220 - Professional Transition                 

1

BUS 241 - Principles of Accounting               

3

CIS 149 - Introduction to Computers             

3

CIS 161 - CISCO I                                       

3

CIS 189 - Co-op for CIS I                       

3

CIS 191 - Intro to Comp. Prog. Concepts  

3

CIS 193 - Intro to Comp. Prog. Lab        

1

CIS 212 - Visual Basic Programming  

3

CIS 281 - Systems Analysis and Design   

3

Electives (ACC, BUS, CIS, OAD, RLS)                  

24*

Total Required Hours For Degree                            76

76

 

The following applies for the Business Education Program

  •  *Elective(s) and/or substitutions must be approved by the area advisor

  • PSY 100 is a prerequisite for this program

  • BUS 210 (Introduction to Accounting) is recommended as a prerequisite for BUS 241

 

COMPUTER SCIENCE - Math

 

The Computer Science/Math Program provides students with a background in the principles of computing and their applications in software and systems.   Students are provided real-life experience together with the development of a sound basis in theory.  Students work individually and cooperatively, on projects designed to foster an understanding of basic theoretical principles. Whether you plan to enter the computing industry per se or only to use computing as a tool for other purposes, the program prepares each student for great preparation for the future.  Co-op is required of each student in the degree program.  Co-op contributes to the overall skill development which builds self-confidence, maturity, and the ability to work independently. 

 

 

ASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCE DEGREE

Computer Science – Math

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General Studies Courses                                     

Semester Hours

ENG 101 - English Composition I                       

3

ART 100 - Art Appreciation /OR                    

 
MUS 101 - Music Appreciation / OR                   
REL 152 - Survey of New Testament / OR  
SPA 101 - Introduction to Spanish I                  3

SPH 107 - Fund. Public Speaking                    

3

PHY 201 - General Physics I - Trig Based              

4

CIS 146 - Microcomputer Applications           

3
MTH 112 - Pre-Calculus                                3
(or higher level math from STARS)  

PSY 200 - General Psychology / OR              

3
SOC 200 - Intro to Sociology                               3

·     Two 1-hour PED activity courses                    

2

·     RDG 114 - Critical Reading for College

 

(depending on  placement test scores)                    

2

·     WKO 107 -  WorkKeys                                    

1

Total General Studies Courses                                 

27

 

 

Field of Concentration Courses                        

49

BSS 220 - Professional Transition                 

1

BUS 241 - Principles of Accounting               

3

CIS 149 - Introduction to Computers             

3

CIS 161 - CISCO I                                       

3

CIS 189 - Co-op for CIS I                       

3

CIS 191 - Intro to Comp. Prog. Concepts  

3

CIS 193 - Intro to Comp. Prog. Lab        

1
CIS 199 - Network Communications 3

CIS 212 - Visual Basic Programming  

3
CIS 222 - Database Management Systems 3
CIS 268 - Software Support 3
CIS 269 - Hardware Support 3

CIS 281 - Systems Analysis and Design   

3

Electives (BUS, CIS, MTH)                  

12*

Total Required Hours For Degree                            76

74 - 76

 

The following applies for the Business Education Program

  •  *Elective(s) and/or substitutions must be approved by the area advisor

  • PSY 100 is a prerequisite for this program

  • BUS 210 (Introduction to Accounting) is recommended as a prerequisite for BUS 241

 

CERTIFICATE

Computer Science

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General Studies Courses                                         

Semester Hours

ENG 101 - English Composition I                 

3

SPH 107 - Fundamental of Public Speaking

3

CIS 146 - Microcomputer Applications         

3

CIS 147 - Adv. Microcomputer Apps.        

3

Total General Studies Credits               

12

 

 

Field of Concentration Courses                                 

47

BUS 246 - Accounting on the Microcomputer   

3

CIS 191 - Intro to Comp. Prog. Concepts       

3

CIS 193  - Intro to Comp. Prog. Lab                 

1

CIS 199 - Network Communications              

3

CIS 207 - Introduction to Web Dev.               

3

CIS 208 - Intermediate Web Dev.                     

3

CIS 268 - Software Support                             

3

CIS 269 - Hardware Support                            

3

CIS 281 - System Analysis and Design             

3

·     WKO 107 - WorkKeys                                        

1

Electives (ACC, BUS, CIS)                                   

21*

Total Required Hours For Certificate                 

59

 

The following applies for the Business Education Program

  •  *Elective(s) and/or substitutions must be approved by the area advisor

  • PSY 100 is a prerequisite for this program

  • BUS 210 (Introduction to Accounting) is recommended as a prerequisite for BUS 241

 

 

COMPUTER SCIENCE (CIS)

Course Descriptions

 

CIS 110 -  Introduction to computer logic and programming - 3 Hours

Prerequisite(s):       As required by program

This course includes logic, design and problem solving techniques used by programmers and analysts in addressing and solving common programming and computing problems. The most commonly used techniques of flowcharts, structure charts, and pseudocode will be covered and students will be expected to apply the techniques to designated situations and problems.   This is a CORE course.  

 

CIS 115 - Presentations Graphics software applications - 3 Hours

Prerequisite(s):       As required by program

This course provides students with hands-on experience using presentation graphics software.  Students will develop skills common to most presentation graphics software by developing a wide variety of presentations.  Emphasis is on planning, developing, and editing functions associated with presentations. 

 

CIS 115 - Presentations Graphics software applications - 3 Hours

Prerequisite(s):       As required by program

This course provides students with hands-on experience using presentation graphics software.  Students will develop skills common to most presentation graphics software by developing a wide variety of presentations.  Emphasis is on planning, developing, and editing functions associated with presentations.

 

CIS 117 - Database Management software applications - 3 Hours

Prerequisite(s):       As required by program

This course provides students with hands-on experience using database management software.  Students will develop skills common to most database management software by developing a wide variety of databases.  Emphasis is on planning, developing, and editing functions associated with database management. 

 

CIS 121 - Networking I - 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s):       As required by program

This course is designed to introduce basic network administration. The basics of network administration, installing and maintaining network software on a server, installation of applications on the server and how the networks are made ready for users are covered. Upon completion, students will demonstrate the ability to administer a computer network.

 

CIS 130 - Introduction to information systems - 3 Hours

Prerequisite(s):       As required by program

This course is an introduction to computers that reviews computer hardware and software concepts such as equipment, operations, communications, programming and their past, present and future impact on society. Topics include computer hardware, various types of computer software, communication technologies and program development using computers to execute software packages and/or to write simple programs. Upon completion, students should be to describe and use the major components of selected computer software and hardware.

 

CIS 135 - Internet Programming - 3 Hour
Prerequisite(s):       As required by program

This course focuses on Web-Site Programming software and requires the students to create their own web site using some of the most popular web software. Students will be required to demonstrate web-authoring proficiency through tests and programming projects. This course should be repeatable to allow for future web-authoring software releases.

 

CIS 145 - Advanced Web Page development - 3 hours

Prerequisite(s):       CIS 140 and/or as required by program

This course is a continuation of CIS 140 and will cover such advanced topics as Java-script, Dynamic HTML, Java Applets, style sheets, and creating interactive web pages and sites.

 

CIS 146 - Microcomputer  APPLICATIONS - 3 Hours

Prerequisite(s):       As required by program

This course is an introduction to the most common microcomputer software applications. These software packages should include typical features of applications, such as word processing, spreadsheets, database management, and presentation software. Upon completion, students will be able to utilize selected features of these packages. This course will help prepare students for the MOS and IC3 certification. This course or an equivalent is CORE for the AAT and AAS CIS programs.

 

CIS 147 - Advanced Microcomputer applications - 3 Hours

Prerequisite(s):       CIS 130, 146, and/or as required by program

This course is a continuation of CIS 146 in which students utilize the advanced features of topics covered   in CIS 146.  Advanced functions and integration of word processing, spreadsheets, database, and presentation packages among other topics are generally incorporated into the course and are to be applied to situations found in society and business.  Upon completion, the student should be able to apply the advanced features of selected software appropriately to typical problems found in society and business.  This course will help prepare students for the MOS certification.

 

CIS 148  - Post Advanced  microcomputer applications - 3 Hours

Prerequisite(s):       As required by program

This course builds on concepts associated with various microcomputer applications with emphasis on advanced features commonly found in software applications.  Advanced features of word processing, spreadsheets, database, and presentation packages are introduced.  Features such as macros, Visual Basic Applications, and online features are included in the content of the course.  Upon completion, the student will be able to apply the advanced features of selected software to the workplace.  This course will help prepare students for the MOS certification.

 

CIS 149 - Introduction to computers - 3 Hours

Prerequisite(s):       As required by program

This course is an introduction to computers and their impact on society.  The course covers the development of computers, their impact on society, as well as future implications of development of computer and related communication technologies.  This course introduces programming and computer operating systems.  Upon completion, students will have basic knowledge of computer technology and will be able to perform basic functions with a computer system.  The course will help prepare students for the IC3 certification. 

 

CIS 151 - Graphics For World WIDE WEB WIDE WEB - 3 Hours

Prerequisite(s):       As required by program

Graphics are as important to the World Wide Web as is the written word.  This course will provide an overview to the theory, tools, and techniques necessary for creating high-quality graphics using Adobe Photoshop.  This course may be substituted with CAT 150 Imaging I:  Principles of Photography and Introduction to Photoshop and CAT180 Imaging II:  Techniques of Photoshop and Painter.

 

CIS 160 - Multimedia For The WORLD WIDE WEB - 3 Hours

Prerequisite(s):       As required by program

This course covers contemporary, interactive multimedia technology systems, focusing on types, applications, and theories of operation.  In addition to the theoretical understanding of the multimedia technologies, students will learn how to digitize and manipulate images, voice, and video materials, including authoring a web page utilizing multimedia.


CIS 161 - Cisco I - 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s):       As required by program

This course is the first part of a four-part curriculum leading to Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification.  This course concentrates on the physical part of networking including basic electronics, computer basics, network basics, addressing, number conversions, cabling, and planning.  After completing this course the student will be able to:  identify the functions of each layer of the OSI reference model; describe data link and network addresses; define and describe the function of the MAC address; explain the five conversion steps of data encapsulation; describe the different classes of IP addresses and subnetting; identify the functions of the TCP/IP network-layer protocols.


CIS 162 - Cisco II - 3 Hours

Prerequisite(s):       As required by program

This course is the second part of a four-part curriculum leading to Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification.  This course concentrates on router configuration.  After completing this course the student will be able to:  prepare the initial configuration of a router and enable IP; control router passwords and identification; configure IP addresses; add the RIP and IGRP routing protocols to a configuration.

 

CIS 163 - Cisco III - 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s):       As required by program

This course is the third part of a four-part curriculum leading to Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification.  This course concentrates on LAN design, routing, switching, and network administration.  After completing this course the student will be able to:  describe LAN segmentation using bridges, routers, and switches; distinguish between cut-through and store and forward LAN switching; describe the operation of the Spanning Tree Protocol and its benefits; describe the benefits of virtual LANs.


CIS 164 - CIsco IV - 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s):       As required by program

This course is the fourth part of a four-part curriculum leading to Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification.  This course concentrates on WANs and WAN design.  After completing this course the student will be able to:  differentiate between LAPB, Frame Relay, ISDN, HDLC, PPP, and DDR; list commands to configure Frame Relay LMIs, maps, and subinterfaces; identify PPP operations to encapsulate WAN data on Cisco routers; identify ISDN protocols, function groups, reference points, and channels; describe Cisco's implementation of ISDN BRI.


CIS 185 - Computer Ethics - 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s):       As required by program

This course will survey the various issues surrounding computer ethics.

 

CIS 187 - Marketing On The world wide web - 3 Hours

Prerequisite(s):       As required by program

Technological change has provided businesses with tremendous opportunities for increasing the efficiency and effectiveness of many activities.  By using the tools of the Internet, businesses have taken information and information sharing to new levels, transforming the very core of business.  This course will examine how the Internet has changed business with an emphasis on increasing a professional's ability to use and understand the tools of the Internet.

 

CIS 189 - Co-op For CIS I - 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s):       As required by program

This course is part of a series wherein the student works in a degree/program related job. Emphasis is placed on student's work experience as it integrates academic knowledge with practical application through exposure to computer practices in informational technologies environment. The grade is based on the employer's evaluation of each student's productivity, content of a descriptive report submitted by the student, and student development and assessment of a learning contract.

 

CIS 191 - Introduction To computer programming concepts - 3 hours

Prerequisite(s):       College algebra and/or as required by program

This course introduces fundamental concepts, including an algorithmic approach to problem solving via the design and implementation of programs in selected languages. Structured programming techniques involving input/output, conditional statements, loops, files, arrays and structures and simple data structures are introduced.  Students are expected to write programs as part of this course.

 

CIS 192 - Advanced Computers programming concepts - 3 Hours

Prerequisite(s):       As required by program

This course covers the concepts of algorithm specifications, structured programming, data representation, searching, sorting, recursion, simple data structures, language description, and problem testing. Emphasis is placed on development of problem-solving skills. Upon completion, the student will been able to demonstrate knowledge of the topics through the completion of programming projects and appropriate tests.

 

CIS 191 - Introduction To computer programming concepts lab - 1 Hour

Prerequisite(s):       As required by program

Programming laboratory. Students develop and apply the basic programming skills.

 

CIS 196 - Commercial Software applications - 1-3 Hours

Prerequisite(s):       As required by program

This is a "hands-on" introduction to software packages, languages, and utility programs currently in use, with the course being able to repeated for credit for each different topic being covered. Emphasis is placed on the purpose capabilities and utilization of each package, language or program. Upon completion, students will be able to use the features selected for the application covered.

 

CIS 197 - Advanced Commercial software applications - 1-3 Hours

Prerequisite(s):       CIS 196 and/or as required by program

This course provides the student with hands-on experience in using the advanced features of software packages, languages, and utility programs currently in use. Each offering focuses on one software package with credit being received for each different package. Upon completion, students will be able to use the features selected for the application covered.

 

CIS 199 - Network communications - 3 Hours

Prerequisite(s):       As required by program

This course is designed to introduce students to the basic concepts of computer networks.  Emphasis is placed on gaining an understanding of the terminology and technology involved in implementing networked systems. The course will cover the OSI and TCP/IP network models, communications protocols, transmission media, networking hardware and software, LANs (Local Area Networks) and WANs (Wide Area Networks), Client/Server technology, the Internet, Intranets and network troubleshooting.  Upon completion of the course, students will be able to design and implement a computer network. Students will create network shares, user accounts, and install print devices while ensuring basic network security. They will receive hands-on experience building a mock network in the classroom. This course will help prepare students for the CCNA and Network + certifications.   This is a CORE course for the AAT, AAS CIS programs.  CIS 161 or CIS 273 may be used as a suitable substitute for this course.

 

CIS 202 - Local Area Network basics - 3 Hours

Prerequisite(s):       CIS 266, 267 and/or as required by program

This course provides the student with an overview of personal computer networks, equipment, and networking software. Students enrolled in this course are expected to spend two practice hours per week in the computer laboratory.

 

CIS 207 - Introduction to Web development - 3 Hours

Prerequisite(s):       As required by program

At the conclusion of this course, students will be able to use specified markup languages to develop basic Web pages.

 

CIS 208 - Intermediate Web development - 3 Hours

Prerequisite(s):       As required by program

This course builds upon basic skills in Web authoring.  Various Web authoring tools are introduced.  Upon completion students will be able to use these tools to enhance Web sites.

 

CIS 209 - Advanced Web development - 3 Hours

Prerequisite(s):       As required by program

This is an advanced Web design course emphasizing the use of scripting languages to develop interactive Web sites.  Upon completion students will be able to create data driven Web sites.  This course helps prepare students for the Certified Internet Webmaster (CIW) Foundations certification.

 

CIS 212 - Visual Basic programming - 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s):       CIS 130, 190, 211 and/or equivalent background

This course is a continuation of CIS 211, with emphasis being on BASIC programming using a graphical user interface. The course will emphasize graphical user interfaces with additional topics on such topics as advanced file handling techniques, simulation, and other selected areas. Upon completion, the student will been able to demonstrate knowledge of the topics through the completion of programming projects and appropriate tests.

 

CIS 213 - Advanced Basic programming - 3 Hours

Prerequisite(s):       CIS 212 and/or as required by program

This course is a continuation of CIS 212, Basic Programming.

 

CIS 222 - Database Management  system - 3 Hours

Prerequisite(s):       As required by program

This course will discuss database system architectures, concentrating on Structured Query Language (SQL).  It will teach students how to design, normalize and use databases with SQL, and to link those to the Web.

 

CIS 223 - Three-Dimensional computer modeling - 3 Hours

Prerequisite(s):       As required by program

This course is a study in 3D computer modeling and 3D painting beginning with primitive shapes and creating compelling 3D objects for use in model libraries, games, print material, web sites, visual simulation, and architectural applications.  Powerful operations for modeling and 3D painting are incorporated into an interface that is simple and intuitive to use.

 

CIS 224 - Three-Dimensional computer animation - 3 Hours

Prerequisite(s):       As required by program

This course is a study in 3D computer animation.  Course contents include a review of 3D modeling, rendering the 3D animations, compositing and special effects for both video and digital editing, video and film recording, storyboarding and sound design, technical testing and production estimates and scheduling.

 

CIS 239 - Networking Software - 3 Hours

Prerequisite(s):       As required by program

This course provides students with hands-on practical experience in installing computer software, operating systems, and trouble-shooting.  It covers IBM compatible PC software.  The class will help to prepare participants for the Network A+ Certification sponsored by CompTIA.  This is a CORE course for the AAT and AAS CIS programs.  

 

CIS 240 - Networking Hardware - 3 Hours

Prerequisite(s):       As required by program

This course is a fundamental study of the systems and subsystems in a microcomputer.  The class will help to prepare participants for the Network A+ Certification sponsored by CompTIA.  This is a CORE course for the AAT and AAS CIS programs.  

 

CIS 249 - Microsoft Operating systems - 3 Hours

Prerequisite(s):       As required by program

This course provides an introduction to microcomputer operating systems.  Topics include a description of the operating system, system commands, and effective and efficient use of the microcomputer with the aid of its system programs.  Upon completion, students should understand the function and role of the operating system, its operational characteristics, its configuration, how to execute programs, and efficient disk and file management.

 

CIS 250 - E-Commerce - 3 Hours

Prerequisite(s): CIS 130 and Web related computer experience.

This course is an introduction into e-commerce.  Topics include marketing, building an e-commerce store, security, and electronic payment systems.  Upon completion students will be able to build an e-commerce presence.

 

CIS 251 - C Programming - 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s):       CIS 130, 191, and/or as required by program

This course is an introduction to the C programming language. Included in this course are topics in an algorithmic approach to problem solving, structured programming techniques and constructs, using functions and macros, simple data structures, and using files for input and output. Upon completion, the student will been able to demonstrate knowledge of the topics through the completion of programming projects and appropriate tests.

 

CIS 252 - Advanced C ++ programming - 3 Hours

Prerequisite(s):       CIS 251 and/or as required by program

This course is a continuation of the CIS 251 course in C programming. Techniques for the improvement of application and systems programming will be covered and other topics may include memory management, C Library functions, debugging, portability, and reusable code. Upon completion, the student will been able to demonstrate knowledge of the topics through the completion of programming projects and appropriate tests.

 

CIS 253 - Basic Router technology - 3 Hours

Prerequisite(s):       As required by program

This course is designed to prepare students to apply the basics of networking hardware.  The course covers beginning router configurations, routed and routing protocols, and an introduction to LAN switching.

 

CIS 254 - advanced Router technology - 3 Hours

Prerequisite(s):       As required by program

This course is designed to prepare students to apply the advanced principles and applications of networking hardware.  The course covers advanced router configurations, LAN switching, network management, and advanced network issues. 

 

CIS 255 - Java Programming - 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s):  CIS 130 or equivalent.

This course is an introduction to the Java programming language. Topics in this course include object-oriented programming constructs, Web page applet development, class definitions, threads, events and exceptions. Upon completion, the student will be able to demonstrate knowledge of the topics through the completion of programming projects and appropriate tests.

 

CIS 256 - Advanced Java  programming - 3 Hours

Prerequisite(s):       As required by program

This course is a second course of a sequence using the Java programming language.  Topics include:  Sun’s Swing GUI components, JDBC, JavaBeans, RMI, servlets, and Java media framework.  Upon completion, the student will be able to demonstrate knowledge of the topics through programming projects and appropriate exams. 

 

CIS 257 - Novell administration - 3 Hours

Prerequisite(s):       As required by program

This course introduces the basics of managing a Novell network. It teaches students how to use Novell tools to set up, manage, and use basic network services including file systems, networking printing, security and E-Mail.  After completing this course students will be able to:  add users to the network; execute network applications and share software resources; make accessing the network seem invisible to users; set up and manage the network file system; provide transparent access to information and resources anywhere on the network; use a multicontext NetWare Directory Services (NDS) environment; set up and manage network printing; create effective network security; back up and restore NetWare server data; set up and manage Novell messing services.


CIS 258 - Novell administration ii - 3 Hours

Prerequisite(s):       As required by program

This course is designed to develop advanced administration skills such as performance tuning for the network and server, and managing complex tree structures.  Students will learn how to oversee a complex Novell networking environment, including Novell partitioning and replication and time synchronization strategies.  After completing this course students will be able to manage a complex NDS.

 

CIS 259 - Novell Network administration II  - 3 Hours

Prerequisite(s):       As required by program

This course affords opportunities to design and create a Novell implementation plan.


CIS 261 - COBOL Programming - 3 Hours

Prerequisite(s):       As required by program

This course is an introduction to the COBOL programming language. Included are structured programming techniques, report preparation, arithmetic operations, conditional statements, group totals, and table processing. Upon completion, the student will been able to demonstrate knowledge of the topics through the completion of programming projects and appropriate tests.

 

CIS 262 - COBOL Programming II - 3 Hours               

Prerequisite(s):       As required by program

This course consists of development, completion, testing, and execution of complex problems in COBOL using various data file structures. A structured approach will be implemented as a methodological system. Upon completion, the student will been able to demonstrate knowledge of the topics through the completion of programming projects and appropriate tests.

 

CIS 264 - Business Applications - 3 Hours

Prerequisite(s):       As required by program

Prior programming training is put to use in implementing a practical business application such as accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, or other business system. A different application is selected each semester. Instructor will provide student with the necessary data and the student will create all the programs that are necessary to produce the expected results. This course will require outside laboratory time to produce programs for evaluation. Mastery of the language selected for the study, at the desired level, is required.

 

CIS 268 - Software Support - 3 Hours             

Prerequisite(s):       As required by program

This course provides students with hands-on practical experience in installing computer software, operating systems, and trouble-shooting.  The class will help to prepare participants for the A+ Certification sponsored by CompTIA.  This course is a suitable substitute for CIS 239, Networking Software. 
 

CIS 269 - Hardware Support - 3 Hours

Prerequisite(s):       As required by program

This course provides students with hands-on practical experience in installation and troubleshooting computer hardware.  The class will help to prepare participants for the A+ Certification sponsored by CompTIA.  This is a suitable substitute for CIS 240, Networking Hardware.  

 

CIS 273 - Introduction to networking communications - 3 Hours

Prerequisite(s):       As required by program

This course is designed to introduce students to basic concepts of computer networks.  Emphasis is placed on terminology and technology involved in implementing selected networked systems. The course covers various network models, topologies, communications protocols, transmission media, networking hardware and software, and network troubleshooting.  Students gain hands-on experience in basic networking.  This course further helps prepare students for certification.  NOTE:  This course is a suitable substitute for CIS 199.  Additionally, CISCO I may be used as a suitable substitute for this course.  However, CIS 273 will not substitute for CISCO I. 

 

CIS 275 - Workstation administration - 3 Hours

Prerequisite(s):  As required by program

This course provides a study of client system administration in a network environment.  Topics include installing monitoring maintaining, and troubleshooting client operating system software and managing hardware devices and shared resources.  Students gain hands-on experience in client operating system installation and basic administration of network workstations.

 

CIS 276 - Server Administration - 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s):       CIS 273 and/or as required by program

This course introduces network operating system administration.  Topics included in this course are network operating system software installation, administration, monitoring, and maintenance; user, group, and computer account management; shared resource management; and server hardware management.  Students gain hands-on experience in managing and maintaining a network operating system environment.

 

CIS 277 - Network Services administration - 3 Hours

Prerequisite(s):       As required by program

This course provides an introduction to the administration of fundamental networking services and protocols.  Topics included in this course are implementing, managing, and maintaining essential network operating system services such as those for client address management, name resolution, security, routing, and remote access.  Students gain hands-on experience performing common network infrastructure administrative tasks.

 

CIS 278 - Directory Services administration - 3 Hours

Prerequisite(s):       As required by program

This course provides a study of planning, implementing, and maintaining a network directory service.  Topics included in this course are planning and implementing network directory organizational and administrative structures.  Students gain hands-on experience using a directory service to manage user, group, and computer accounts, shared folders, network resources, and the user environment.

 

CIS 279 - network infrastructure design - 3 Hours

Prerequisite(s):       As required by program

This course provides a study of network infrastructure design.  Topics included in this course are strategies for planning, implementing, and maintaining server availability and security, client addressing schemes, name resolution, routing, remote access, and network security.  Students gain experience by designing plans for implementing common network infrastructure and protocols.

 

CIS 280 - network Security - 3 Hours

Prerequisite(s):       As required by program

This course provides a study of threats to network security and methods of securing a computer network from such threats.  Topics included in this course are security risks, intrusion detection, and methods of securing authentication, network access, remote access, Web access, and wired and wireless network communications.  Upon completion students will be able to identify security risks and describe appropriate counter measures.

 

CIS 281 - system Analysis and design - 3 Hours

Prerequisite(s):       As required by program

This course is a study of contemporary theory and systems analysis and design. Emphasis is placed on investigating, analyzing, designing, implementing, and documenting computer systems. Upon completion, the student will been able to demonstrate knowledge of the topics through the completion of programming projects and appropriate tests.


CIS 282 - Computer Forensics - 3 Hours

Prerequisite(s):       As required by program

This course introduces students to methods of computer forensics and investigations.  This course helps prepare students for the International Association of Computer Investigative Specialists (IACIS) certification.

 

CIS 284 - CIS Internship - 3 Hours

Prerequisite(s):       As required by program

This course is designed to provide the student with an opportunity to work in a degree/program related environment.  Emphasis is placed on the student’s “real world” work experience as it integrates academics with practical applications that relate meaningfully to careers in the computer discipline.  Significance is also placed on the efficient and accurate performance of job tasks as provided by the “real world” work experience.  Grades for this course will be based on a combination of the employer’s evaluation of the student, and the contents of a report submitted by the student.  Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to demonstrate the ability to apply knowledge and skills gained in the classroom to a “real world” work experience.

 

CIS 285 - Object Oriented programming - 3 hours

Prerequisite(s):       As required by program

This course is an advanced object-oriented programming course and covers advanced program development techniques and concepts in the context of an object-oriented language. Subject matter includes object-oriented analysis and design, encapsulation, inheritance, polymorphism (operator and function overloading), information hiding, abstract data types, reuse, dynamic memory allocation, and file manipulation. Upon completion, students should be able to develop a hierarchical class structure necessary to the implementation of an object-oriented software system. 

 

CIS 286 - computerized management into system - 3 Hours

Prerequisite(s):       As required by program

The nature of computerized management information systems, problems created by the computer relative to personnel, components of computer systems, programming, and application of computers to business problems.

 

CIS 287 - SQL Server - 3 Hours        

Prerequisite(s):       As required by program

This course will provide students with the technical skill required to install, configure, administer and troubleshoot SQL Server client/server database management system.  At the completion of this series students will be able to:  identify the features of SQL Server and the responsibilities and challenges in system administration; identify the benefits of integrating SQL Server and setup clients for SQL Server; install and configure SQL Server; manage data storage using database devices and partition data using segments; manage the user accounts; manage user permissions; identify the various task scheduling and alerting abilities of SQL Executive; identify the concepts used in replication and implement replication of data between two SQL Services; identify the types of backup and create backup devices; identify the factors effecting SQL Server performance and the need for monitoring and tuning; locate and troubleshoot problems that occur on the SQL Server.

 

CIS 291- Special Topics - 1 Hour

Prerequisite(s):       As required by program

This course allows study of currently relevant computer science topics, with the course being able to be repeated for credit for each different topic covered.  Course content will be determined by the instructor and will vary according to the topic being covered.  Upon completion, the student will be able to demonstrate comprehension of the specified topics.   

 

CIS 291 - Case Study In computer science - 3 Hours

Prerequisite(s):       CIS 281 and/or as required by program

This course is a case study involving the assignment of a complete system development project for analysis, programming, implementation, and documentation. Topics include planning system analysis and design, programming techniques, coding and documentation. Upon completion, students should be able to design, code, test and document a comprehensive computer information system.

 

CIS 292 - Special Topics - 2 Hours

Prerequisite(s):       As required by program

This course allows study of currently relevant computer science topics, with the course being able to be repeated for credit for each different topic covered.  Course content will be determined by the instructor and will vary according to the topic being covered.  Upon completion, the student will be able to demonstrate comprehension of the specified topics.   

 

CIS 293 - special Topics - 1 Hour

Prerequisite(s):       As required by program

This course allows study of currently relevant computer science topics, with the course being able to be repeated for credit for each different topic covered.  Course content will be determined by the instructor and will vary according to the topic being covered.  Upon completion, the student will be able to demonstrate specified skills.   


CIS 294 - Special Topics - 3 Hours

Prerequisite(s):       As required by program

This course allows study of currently relevant computer science topics, with the course being able to be repeated for credit for each different topic covered.  Course content will be determined by the instructor and will vary according to the topic being covered.  Upon completion, the student will be able to demonstrate knowledge of the course topic through completion of assignments and appropriate tests.   

 

CIS 295 - Special Topics - 2 Hours

Prerequisite(s):       As required by program

This course allows study of currently relevant computer science topics, with the course being able to be repeated for credit for each different topic covered.  Course content will be determined by the instructor and will vary according to the topic being covered.  Upon completion, the student will be able to demonstrate specified skills.   

 

CIS 296 - Special Topics - 3 Hours

This course allows study of currently relevant computer science topics, with the course being able to be repeated for credit for each different topic covered.  Course content will be determined by the instructor and will vary according to the topic being covered.  Upon completion, the student will be able to demonstrate specified skills.   

 

CIS 297 - co-op for CIS II - 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s):       As required by program

This course is part of a series wherein the student works in a degree/program related job. Emphasis is placed on student's work experience as it integrates academic knowledge with practical application through exposure to computer practices in informational technologies environment. The grade is based on the employer's evaluation of each student's productivity, content of a descriptive report submitted by the student, and student development and assessment of a learning contract.

 

CIS 298 - Co-op for CIS III - 3 Hours
Prerequisite(s):       As required by program

This course is part of a series wherein the student works in a degree/program related job. Emphasis is placed on student's work experience as it integrates academic knowledge with practical application through exposure to computer practices in informational technologies environment. The grade is based on the employer's evaluation of each student's productivity, content of a descriptive report submitted by the student, and student development and assessment of a learning contract.

 

CIS 299 - Directed Studies/COMPUTER SCIENCE - 3 Hours             
Prerequisite(s):       As required by program

This course allows independent study under the direction of an instructor. Topics to be included in the course material will be approved by the instructor prior to or at the beginning of the class. Upon completion, the student will be able to demonstrate knowledge of the topics as specified by the instructor.

 

 

 

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