On-Campus OnlineProvides an introduction to computer operating systems and maintenance concepts. Students will study the Microsoft Windows family of operating systems and will receive a brief introduction to Linux. This course will assist students in their preparation for the CompTIA A+ Essentials Exam. 45 hours of lecture are required.
Prerequisite(s):
None
Corequisite(s):
None
Introduces students to the underlying principles of information and database structure in electronic database management systems. Students will be introduced to types of information, table structure, features of a relational database, basic concepts of database design and normalization, and basic overviews of the roles of database administrators and professionals. Students will also be introduced to introductory SQL commands using a command line and existing databases. Expands on the concepts learned in the introductory course in database creation by introducing students to higher levels of database development and computer science concepts. Students learn SQL in order to study the manipulation of a relational database. This course also includes a survey of database platforms.
Prerequisite(s):
CIS 1110A or CS 1110
Corequisite(s):
None
Presents traditional methodologies of system analysis, design, and implementation along with recent developments in the field providing a total approach to information systems development. This course focuses on how to develop information systems in an engineered, disciplined manner utilizing real-world situations and applications.
Prerequisite(s):
None
Corequisite(s):
None
Provides coverage of computer hardware in relation to the system: mechanical implementation, electrical implementation, and optical implementation; system capabilities regarding processor function, storage functions, and communications functions; and computer system design factors. Data representation is covered in-depth, including integer data, floating point notation, character data as well as data structures. Processor technology and architecture will be covered, as will system integration and performance through logical and physical I/O, device controllers, I/O processing, data and network communication technologies, networks and distributed systems, network architecture, and OSI network layers.
Prerequisite(s):
CS 2010, MTH 1410
Corequisite(s):
None
Introduces students to programming concepts such as logic and flow charting as well as basic C language programming techniques.
Prerequisite(s):
None
Corequisite(s):
MTH 1010
Explores program design and development using Python. Students will demonstrate the ability to use Python to design solutions to problems and develop object-oriented applications.
Prerequisite(s):
CS 1110 or EGR 2710
Corequisite(s):
None
Examines the elements of global communication, networking, cloud computing, Internet programming, and programming for mobile devices. Students will experience working as a team to integrate technology used for networking on the Internet to support various users.
Prerequisite(s):
CS 1110
Corequisite(s):
None
Introduces program design and development in the C++ language. Uses Microsoft Visual C++ to provide students with experience using visual development tools. Students will demonstrate the ability to use C++ to design solutions to problems, modify existing C++ programs, and develop complex object-oriented applications.
Prerequisite(s):
CS 1110 and MTH 1110 or EGR 2710
Corequisite(s):
None
Introduces students to using the JAVA programming language for developing applications. This is the first of two JAVA programming courses. The use of JAVA in Web-based client and server programming is also covered.
Prerequisite(s):
CS 1110
Corequisite(s):
None
Continues the use of the Java programming language for developing applications.
Prerequisite(s):
CS 2410
Corequisite(s):
None
Introduces students to program design and development using C#. Students will recognize and interpret basic concepts, types, variables, conversions, expressions, statements, namespaces, structs, arrays, interfaces and attributes of C# programming language.
Prerequisite(s):
CS 2150
Corequisite(s):
None
Introduces concepts and techniques for the implementation of data structures and the design and analysis of computer algorithms. Topics include abstract data types and algorithm development using C++.
Prerequisite(s):
CS 2150
Corequisite(s):
None
Expands on the concepts begun in Data Structures and Algorithms I, including stacks, queues, trees, and binary trees as fundamental conceptual structures of data. Various physical implementations for each conceptual view are examined with emphasis on the concept of abstract data types. Algorithm development continues with coverage of methods solving recurrences, divide-and-conquer algorithms, dynamic programming, greedy algorithms, and graph algorithms.
Prerequisite(s):
CS 3210
Corequisite(s):
None
Provides students with the ability to recognize, design, and build software security into project development. Strategies and methods of preventing attacks and mitigating exploits, focusing on threat modeling analysis and best security practices will be explored.
Prerequisite(s):
CS 3110
Corequisite(s):
None
Emphasizes skills, tools, and methods related to unit testing and interface integration. Moving from unit testing to system testing is an important component of the course. Fault tolerances, validation testing, testing differences based on industry needs, safety/security, issues, and global collaboration issues will be examined.
Prerequisite(s):
CIS 2510
Corequisite(s):
CS 3220
Builds upon the theoretical concepts of the Development Cycle learned in the Systems Development Methods. The technical knowledge gained from programming will also be put to use for the tasks of this course. Students will use the appropriate systems development methodologies, in a team approach, and follow the life cycle methodology learned previously to achieve a demonstrable working solution to a particular Systems Development problem.
Prerequisite(s):
CS 3220, HUM 3910
Corequisite(s):
CS 4510
Continues the implementation of the system development project from Senior Project I, culminating in the demonstration of a complete, working solution to the problem selected.
Prerequisite(s):
CS 4910
Corequisite(s):
None
Provides an introduction to Linux/Unix, its history, characteristics, and system basics from a user's perspective. The following concepts are introduced: basic file structures; navigational tools; file manipulation tools; file permissions and access; 'vi' editor basics; remote terminal emulation; mail; shell fundamentals; quoting and special characters; filename generation; input/output redirection; pipelines; multitasking and input arguments. Students will demonstrate the ability to use Linux/Unix commands at the command-line level.†
Prerequisite(s):
None
Corequisite(s):
None
Explores legal and ethical issues faced in the information technology field. Students will learn about ethical issues within an organization as they relate to relationships internally as well as with customers, partners, and society. In addition, students will learn of current legal issues in information technology such as intellectual property, privacy rules, and legislative actions. Exploration of the impact of these issues on current and proposed technical strategies will help prepare students to provide influence with regard to legal and ethical issues they will face in today's organizations.
Prerequisite(s):
CIS 1110A, NET 1010
Corequisite(s):
None
Examines sets, functions, relations, graphs, trees, logic, mathematical induction and other proof techniques, counting techniques, Boolean Algebras and analysis of algorithms. Students experience mathematics in a larger context by studying both theoretical foundations and applications of the topics of the course.
Prerequisite(s):
MTH 1120 or MTH 1310
Corequisite(s):
None
Examines the topics of functions, limits, continuity, the process of taking derivatives, and the application of derivatives such as related rates, curve sketching, and optimization problems. Antiderivatives, and the process of integration are introduced.
Prerequisite(s):
MTH 1210 or MTH 1310
Corequisite(s):
None
Introduces students to the field of computing. Focuses on the basic issues related to data communications and networking technologies. Topics include the OSI model, network topologies, protocols, and the fundamentals of internetworking. TCP/IP addressing is also covered.†
Prerequisite(s):
None
Corequisite(s):
CIS 1110A
Provides a 150-hour minimum learning experience over a minimum of 10 week in an appropriate work environment structured to allow students to develop skills and gain training in their major field. A minimum grade of 73% is required on the supervisor evaluation and assignments to pass the course.
Prerequisite(s):
Senior Status
Corequisite(s):
None
Continues the study of processor function and system design. Students will evaluate the performance of a given microprocessor using common benchmarks, analyze instruction sets in HLL, RISC, and CISC architectures, and expand their understanding of binary operations and related impact on ALU design. Students will research and compare performance and design factors in parallel, pipelined, and multiprocessor designs; analyze branch prediction impact on program design; and evaluate the effectiveness of hierarchical memory designs. Throughout this course students will engage in periodic research on various topics and will also complete an independent, comprehensive, in-depth analysis of an instructor-approved topic in high performance computer architecture.
Prerequisite(s):
CIS 3010
Corequisite(s):
None
Provides students with opportunities and the experience of developing applications for various mobile devices (i.e. phones, tablets, other multi-media mobile devices).
Prerequisite(s):
CS 2420 or CS 3110
Corequisite(s):
None
Examines emerging programming languages, their design, description, implementation and advanced features; facilities for creating secure distributed applications including API design and common patterns, facilities supporting software services, naming and composition; language paradigms and the resulting implications on execution; run-time systems and storage management; approaches to compilation and execution.
Prerequisite(s):
CS 3210
Corequisite(s):
None
Introduces data analytics as the science of analyzing the data, generating insights, and making predictions. It easily finds applications in social media analysis, computational biology, climate modeling, health care, traffic monitoring and so on. This class aims to provide an overview of advanced machine learning, data mining and statistic techniques that arise in real data analytic applications. Selected topics include topic modeling, structure learning, time-series analysis, learning with less supervision, and massive-scale data analytics. One or more applications associated with each technique will also be discussed.
Prerequisite(s):
CS 3210
Corequisite(s):
None
Introduces students to foundations of Artificial Intelligence. Discusses intelligent agents, search algorithms, logic, knowledge representation, uncertainty, machine learning, as well as different aspects of the performance of AI techniques.
Prerequisite(s):
CS 3110,CS 3210
Corequisite(s):
None
Explores various Internet of Things (IoT) devices and associated architecture. Students will learn the architecture's central components, common hardware components and chipsets, communication interfaces including UART and SPI, and related protocols (e.g. BLE, ZigBee, and ZWave). The course also examines trends, characteristics, and how IoT is implemented in various environments and applications.
Prerequisite(s):
CIS 4010, CS 3910
Corequisite(s):
None
Students will develop critical thinking, reading, and writing skills in the context of personal, professional, digital, and academic environments, with emphasis on analysis. This course will enable students to examine, develop, and employ the writing process while focusing on audience, invention, rhetorical context, language, style, purpose, written communication strategies, and digital demands.
Prerequisite(s):
None
Corequisite(s):
None
Students will extend and apply concepts introduced in Composition and Critical Thinking, and Quantitative Literacy, through the development of written arguments and oral presentations for a variety of academic and professional audiences.
Prerequisite(s):
COM 1010, MTH 1010
Corequisite(s):
None
COM 1020†This capstone course is designed to synthesize and transfer knowledge gained from the general education coursework. Students will apply learning experiences to professional, real world, complex, and ethical issues.
Prerequisite(s):
COM 1020, MTH 1010,PSY 2050,SOC 3050
Corequisite(s):
None
This course introduces skills in reasoning, critical thinking, and quantitative literacy. Students will develop the ability to reason and solve quantitative problems from a wide array of contexts and real-world situations. Students will develop the analytical skills necessary to ask questions and define problems; develop and apply quantitative models; and interpret data in order to evaluate arguments supported by quantitative evidence.
Prerequisite(s):
None
Corequisite(s):
None
Introduces elements of algebra including graphing, variable expressions, linear equations, polynomial operations and factoring, systems of equations, quadratic equations, rational equations, and functions.
Prerequisite(s):
None
Corequisite(s):
None
Examines functions, their inverses, graphs, and properties. Students solve equations and real-world problems involving polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic, and trigonometric functions. Topics also addressed are: conic sections, complex numbers, vectors, sequences and series. Limits are introduced. MTH 1310 - Pre-Calculus satisfies the MTA College Algebra Pathway.
Prerequisite(s):
MTH 1110
Corequisite(s):
None
The course provides a foundation for understanding human relationships and transferring that knowledge to personal/professional applications. Topics include basic dynamics of human relationships; awareness of self; the effect of environment on thoughts and behavior; the importance of intercultural competence; ethics and social responsibility; as well as building skills that will improve individual and team functions.
Prerequisite(s):
COM 1010, MTH 1010
Corequisite(s):
COM 1020
Students will develop their civic knowledge and cultural competence by exploring topics that demonstrate the relationship between the local, national, and global dimensions of complex issues. Students will develop their awareness of cultural diversity and sharpen their analytical skills by integrating economic, political science, sociological, and ethical concepts, theories, and perspectives. Requires completion of a service-learning experience.
Prerequisite(s):
COM 1020, MTH 1010, PSY 2050
Corequisite(s):
None
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