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Offered by Department of Computer Science and Information Systems
College of Natural and Social Sciences

CSIS 100 - Computing Environments - 1 hour
Prereq: none
This course presents any one of a variety of currently demanded computer topics. It focuses on hands-on exposure to computer-based enhancement of personal productivity. Grading method is credit/no credit. Sample courses are:
CSIS 100.1 Word Processing
CSIS 100.2 Spreadsheet
CSIS 100.3 Data Base
CSIS 100.5 Presentation Graphics
CSIS 100.6 Internet
CSIS 100.9 Software Sampler
CSIS 100.C UNIX
CSIS 100.D Windows
CSIS 100.E WWW Home Pages
CSIS 100.F MVS
CSIS 100.G JCL
 
CSIS 108GS - Computers in Society - 3 hours
Prereq: none
An elementary description of the components and principles of digital computers. Background and implications of information processing, computer influence on society, and uses of computers. Hands-on computer applications to reinforce concepts of problem solving and critical thinking and to illustrate modern applications of computers.
 
CSIS 111GS - Applied BASIC Programming - 3 hours
Prereq: none
This course is a study of advanced concepts, techniques, and applications in structured BASIC programming; includes table handling, subprograms, sequential and direct files, sorting and graphics. Emphasis is on development of applications.
 
CSIS 112 - Programming in C - 3 hours
Prereq: none
Study of programming and problem-solving concepts and the implementation of these concepts using the C programming language. Demonstrates the power of C as a high and low level language.
 
CSIS 130GS - Introduction to Computer Science - 3 hours
Prereq: MATH 102 or math placement into MATH 103 or above; general computer knowledge
A first course in problem solving and software development; including logic, data storage and manipulation, data types, assignment statements, standard input/output, selection control, repetition control, subprograms, parameter passage, scope of identifiers, data file input/output, simple GUIs, software classes, objects, one dimensional arrays and rudimentary software engineering techniques. Students complete programming projects using a modern programming language. Good programming techniques, object-oriented design, program clarity, style, and effective documentation are emphasized through practice in designing, coding, and debugging programs. Intended for students interested in improving their problem-solving abilities through the use of software development.
 
CSIS 150 - Object Oriented Programming - 3 hours
Prereq: CSIS 130
Structured programming concepts and principles including an introduction to data structures. Comprehensive study of a structured programming language with a variety of programming applications. An appropriate state-of-the-art language will be used.
 
CSIS 180 - Discrete Structures - 3 hours
Prereq: CSIS 130MATH 115*
The study of mathematical topics and data structures necessary for a successful program of study in Computer Science. Topics include set theory, Boolean algebra, propositional calculus, logic circuits and finite state machines. (May be taken concurrently with MATH 115.)
 
CSIS 210GS - Structured Transaction Programming - 3 hours
Prereq: a working knowledge of computers
This is an introductory programming course. The topics include basic computer concepts and terminology, in conjunction with program development using elements of a programming language. Stress is placed upon transaction processing algorithm using structured programming. The assignments are exercises that develop in-depth skills and techniques from the lecture topics. CSIS 100.F MVS and CSIS 100.G JCL are recommended co-requisites.
 
CSIS 223 - Computer Organization for Computer Information Systems - 3 hours
Prereq: CSIS 150*
A study of computer organization. Topics include basic logic design, addressing modes and instruction sets, data path, memory hierarchy, Buses and peripherals, parallel processing, error detection and recovery, encryption and compaction.
 
CSIS 250 - Information Systems Concepts - 3 hours
Prereq: CSIS 130* and ENG 102*
This course deals with the role, structure and objectives of information systems. Other topics include theory of systems and information, decision support, human considerations, applications of information systems, system evaluation and selection.
 
CSIS 280HGS - Special Topics - 3 hours
Prereq: none
A General Studies course for Honors students. Interdisciplinary course that examines the connections between disciplines.
 
CSIS 301 - Computer Organization - 3 hours
Prereq: CSIS 150*, CSIS 180*
A study of computer organization and Assembly language. Topics include basic logic design, addressing modes and instruction sets, data path, memory hierarchy, buses and peripherals, parallel processing, error detection and recovery, encryption and compaction.
 
CSIS 310 - Programming Data and File Structures - 3 hours
Prereq: CSIS 210GS
Study of advanced structured COBOL programming techniques and applications with respect to table handling, subprograms, sequential files, and indexed sequential files.
 
CSIS 330 - Algorithms and Data Structures - 3 hours
Prereq: ENG 102* and junior standing; Prereq or coreq: CSIS 301*
A comprehensive study of data structures and algorithms with programming applications. Topics include: a review of basic data structures (linked-lists, stacks, queues) and abstract data types, advanced data structures and their associated algorithms, heaps, priority queues, hash tables, trees, binary search trees, and graphs, advanced sorting and searching algorithms, divide and conquer algorithms, greedy algorithms, and dynamic programming. Problem analysis is emphasized. Computability, asymptotic notation and NP-completeness are introduced. An object-oriented programming language will be used.
 
CSIS 380 - System Analysis and Design - 3 hours
Prereq: ENG 102*, CSIS 150*, junior standing
Explore the System Development Life Cycle. Learn tools and strategies for system and information analysis, including need identification, feasibility studies, data and process modeling, requirements assessment, project management and group dynamics.
 
CSIS 399 - Campus Lab Consultantship - 1-3 hours
Prereq: permission of instructor
Work in campus computer labs as a consultant to computer science and computer information system students. (A total of three credit hours in any combination of CSIS 399 and CSIS 492-495 may be applied toward a computer science/information systems major or minor.)
 
CSIS 401/801P - Operating Systems - 3 hours
Prereq: CSIS 330*
Introduction to modern operating system concepts and design. Topics will include: Processes, semaphores, monitors, concurrent process management, virtual memory, file systems, scheduling algorithms, deadlocks and protection, I/O control interrupt handling, client-server model, remote procedure call, distributed synchronization, threads and transactions.
 
CSIS 402/802P - Introduction to Automata, Formal Languages, and Computability - 3 hours
Prereq: CSIS 301*, CSIS 330*
A survey of the fundamental concepts and conclusions in the theory of computation. Topics cover regular languages and finite automata, Kleen's theorem, context-free languages and pushdown automata, formal grammars, Chomsky hierarchy, Turing machine and computability, computational complexity.
 
CSIS 404 - Software Engineering - 3 hours
Prereq: CSIS 330*
This course will include the fundamental principles of software engineering. Software specification techniques: rigorous methods and formal methods. Software design: object-oriented design, function-oriented design, real-time systems design, user interface design. Programming techniques and tools. Software reuse and software metrics. Design patterns and component-based software development. Computer-aided software engineering. Software validation and verification. The object-oriented language Java will be used as the major programming language for this course.
 
CSIS 405/805P - Compiler Construction - 3 hours
Prereq: CSIS 402*
Techniques and organization of compilers, assemblers, and interpreters. Structure of programming language symbol tables, scans, and object code generation.
 
CSIS 406 - Internet-based Information Systems Development - 3 hours
Prereq: CSIS 425*
This course is designed to assist students in learning the skills necessary to design and build Internet-based information systems. Skills and knowledge gained in this course can be applied in the development of information systems that support interactive Web sites, electronic commerce systems, and other systems that involve interaction with a database through the Internet. Security of Internet based information systems will also be covered.
 
CSIS 408 - Principles of Programming Languages - 3 hours
Prereq: CSIS 402*
Study of the essential concepts of programming languages including, language design concepts and semantics; examination of language features and major programming paradigns with a focus on functional programming; and design and implementation of language interpreters.
 
CSIS 422/822P - Computer Graphics - 3 hours
Prereq: CSIS 330*
Introduction to the techniques for generating lines, curves, surfaces, 2D and 3D graphics, modeling and rendering. Topics include display hardware, transformations, interactive technologies, geometric modeling, 2D and 3D display algorithms, graphics software system architecture, visible-surface algorithms, illumination and shading.
 
CSIS 425/825P - Database Systems - 3 hours
Prereq: CSIS 150*, junior standing
This course is a comprehensive study of multi-user database concepts. The relational model and relational database management systems along with proper database design will be emphasized. The normalization process and the various normal forms will be covered. Internet database applications are introduced. SQL will serve as the standard language for database manipulation. Several current database management systems will be introduced and will serve as the sample DBMSs for implementation of the course material.
 
CSIS 426/826P - Computer Architecture - 4 hours
Prereq: PHYS 205GS* or PHYS 275GS*; 6 hours of CSIS courses, preferably CSIS 130* and CSIS 301*
The study of the logic and theory of operation of the main hardware blocks of computers, their control, and their software/hardware interactions. The emphasis is on microcomputer architecture, including laboratory experiments with various systems and their I/O and interfacing characteristics.
 
CSIS 428/828P - Data Communications and Distributed Processing - 3 hours
Prereq: junior standing
The study of network topology, protocols, management, and communication media. Evaluate present communication hardware, software, and future advancements in networking.
 
CSIS 440/840P - Hypertext and Multimedia - 3 hours
Prereq: CSIS 150*
This course covers the wide range of state-of-the-art computer technologies that are used to present information in a multimedia context. Students will use current tools and strategies for the interfacing of text, graphics, sounds, and additional multimedia objects. Students will also learn the current techniques for creating hypertext documents as defined by the World Wide Web Consortium. Finally the students will learn an appropriate state-of-the-art scripting language to allow for dynamic content in their hypertext documents.
 
CSIS 441/841P - Artificial Intelligence - 3 hours
Prereq: CSIS 150*, junior standing
An in-depth study of intelligent agents, tree and search methods, constraint satisfaction problems, optimization problems, game-playing, logical analysis, and uncertainty modeling. Machine learning techniques are introduced. Applications to robotics, psychology, business intelligence and data mining are also discussed.
 
CSIS 450 - E-commerce Information Systems - 3 hours
Prereq: CSIS 250* or BMIS 302*; junior standing
This course will present, develop, explore, and illustrate the nature and use of E-commerce Information System development methodologies in an inter-organizational setting, and discuss responsibilities at all life cycle stages. It is a comprehensive study of electronic commerce, with in-depth coverage of e-commerce technologies and e-commerce business models including business-to-consumer models, business-to-business models, consumer-to-consumer modesl, peer-to-peer models, and mobile commerce. It introduces global e-commerce, security and encryption issues, and ethical, social and political issues related to e-commerce. E-commerce interface designs for electronic storefronts, malls, catalogs, shopping carts, search engines, auctions, e-payment systems, e-learning, and e-government will be covered. Consumer interactions with payment processing mechanisms and relationships to information technology development and support will be studied.
 
CSIS 458 - Computer Security - 3 hours
Prereq: CSIS 428* or ITEC 430*; junior standing
This course provides an overview of security issues associated with the development and deployment of information systems. Topics include authentication, encryption, firewalls, security standards and protocols, attack prevention, detection, and recovery.
 
CSIS 492/892P - Practicum in Computer Science/Information Systems - 1-6 hours
Prereq: CSIS 223*, permission of department chair
This course provides the student the opportunity to gain experience in the application of computer science/computer information systems principles in a variety of settings Arrangements must be made in writing prior to registering for the course. (A total of three credit hours of any combination of CSIS 399 and CSIS 492-495 may be applied toward a computer science/information systems major or minor.)
 
CSIS 493/893P - Directed Readings in Computer Science/Information Systems - 1-3 hours
Prereq: CSIS 223*, permission of department chair
Independent readings on advanced or contemporary topics in computer science/computer information systems, to be selected in consultation with and directed by a computer science/computer information systems faculty member. A written contract specifying readings and requirements for the course is required before registering for the course. Any topic that is thoroughly covered by any regularly offered computer science or computer information systems course is not allowed for Directed Readings. (A total of three credit hours of any combination of CSIS 399 and CSIS 492-495 may be applied toward a computer science/information systems major or minor.)
 
CSIS 494/894P - Directed Research in Computer Science/Information Systems - 1-3 hours
Prereq: CSIS 223*, permission of department chair
Independent original research in computer science/computer information systems under the direction of a computer science/computer information systems faculty member. A written contract specifying topic and requirements is required before registering for the course. (A total of three credit hours in any combination of CSIS 399 and CSIS 492-495 may be applied toward a computer science/information systems major or minor.)
 
CSIS 495/895P - Independent Study in Computer Science/Information Systems - 1-3 hours
Prereq: CSIS 223*, permission of department chair
This course provides the opportunity for students to conduct independent study on any computer science/computer information systems topic not covered by other regularly offered courses. The topic will be selected in consultation with and the study will be supervised by a computer science/computer information systems faculty member. A written contract specifying the topic and requirements is required before registering for the course. (A total of three credit hours in any combination of CSIS 399 and CSIS 492-495 may be applied toward a computer science/information systems major or minor.)
 
CSIS 496/896P - Seminar in Computer Science - 3 hours
Prereq: CSIS 330*
Provides experience and background that will prepare the student for an actual working environment. Reinforcement of previous classwork, enhancement of communication skills, and learning to work with people will be stressed. Primary tasks include a team-based computer science project and the study of ethics for computer science professionals. Should be taken in student's senior year.
 
CSIS 497/897P - Seminar in Computer Information Systems - 3 hours
Prereq: CSIS 380*
Coreq or Prereq: CSIS 425*
This course provides experience and background that will prepare the student for an actual working environment.Reinforcement and validation of knowledge gained in previous course work, enhancement of communication skills, and learning to work with people will be stressed. Primary tasks will include a team-based information systems development project and the study of ethics for computer information systems development. Should be taken in student's senior year.
 
CSIS 499/899P - Special Topics in Computer Science & Information Systems - 3 hours
Prereq: varies with topic
A course is designed to enable students to become knowledgeable of recent trends and issues in computer science and information systems. The course format varies depending on subject matter, instructor and student needs.

* This course is the immediate prerequisite. Other preparation is required prior to this immediate prerequisite.

08 Mar 2006

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