CSIS 1100 - Computer Science: an Overview Prerequisite

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Stockton University

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Description:

MATH 1100 or a working knowledge of high school algebra (two years). No previous computer experience is required. Designed for students of all majors, this course provides the background to understand and productively use modern computer-based information and communications systems. Students will study key issues and concepts of computer and information science, learn to use various hardware and software systems available at Stockton (including PCs, Unix workstations, multimedia labs and the Internet), and develop World Wide Web pages. Comprehensive lab sessions will provide an introduction to Stockton's microcomputer and minicomputer systems and provide hands-on experience to illustrate major concepts. Specific topics covered include computer organization and architecture, data structures and algorithms, programming languages, World Wide Web and HTML, graphics and multimedia, analysis of information, simulation, virtual reality, JavaScript and interactive web pages. Emerging areas of computer science including intelligent agents, privacy and security, data mining, ubiquitous computing and gaming will also be included. Faculty: M. KIRCH 4.000 Credit hours 4.000 Lecture hours Levels: Undergraduate Schedule Types: Lecture Business Division Computer Science & Information Department

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4.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.stockton.edu

Phone Number:

(609) 652-1776

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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