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  • 3.00 Credits

    An introduction to the fundamental concepts of object-oriented programming, including classes, objects, and basic program control flow statements. Using the programming language Java, students are introduced to principles of software design and reuse. Prerequisites: CISC/MATH120 and MATH116 or departmental approval. 2 sem. hrs. & 2 hrs. lab. 3 crs.
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course presents an introduction to basic Web design and information architecture. It introduces concepts of good design and usability in theory and practice by exploring and comparing existing sites. Elements of page and site design and structure are discussed, including color, typography, simple image manipulation, links, and site organization. The course has a strong hands-on component where students will be introduced to elements of HTML and use up-to-date image manipulation software and a web-authoring tool. Prerequisite: CISC/MATH 120. (Prospective students who have significant computer experience are encouraged to seek departmental approval for waiver of CISC/MATH 120). 3 sem. hrs. 3 crs.
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course is a hands-on introduction to building a simple information management system using commercial relational database management software such as Microsoft Access. Students learn to build application systems using simple design tools and are exposed to database programming tools and the relational database model. Students design and build tables, forms, reports, queries and data access pages. Students complete a term project where they develop a functioning database application. Prerequisite: CISC/ MATH120. 3 sem. hrs.3 crs.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Students will study the fundamentals of modern PC hardware: including standard interfaces, ports, bus structures, architectures and interconnection methodologies. At the end of the course the student will be able to identify the principal components of microcomputers, assemble systems, upgrade memory, install cards and hard drives. The student will have hands on laboratory experience centered on installation, configuration and troubleshooting of PC’s with emphasis on current Windows Operating systems. Prerequisite: CISC/MATH 120. 3 sem. hrs. 3 crs. (Offered in alternate semesters only).
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course continues the exploration of fundamental concepts of object-oriented programming using the programming language Java. Students are introduced to the principles of basic data structures, elementary file input/output and exception handling and GUI. Prerequisite: CISC/MATH 131 or departmental approval. 2 sem. hrs. & 2 hrs. lab. 3 crs.
  • 3.00 Credits

    The student is introduced to application development using a graphical user interface (GUI). Topics include: graphics user interface design, properties of interface objects, attaching code to interface objects, developing and running entire applications using graphics and drawing, and building and updating databases. Prerequisite: CISC/MATH 231 (Offered in alternate semesters only).
  • 3.00 Credits

    The course centers around the basic data communication concepts involved in Local Area Networks. The ethernet, token ring, and token bus topologies are analyzed and compared. Relating the OSI model and TCP/IP to Microsoft’s NT, and Novell’s NetWare will also be ofmajor interest. The lab will be centered on implementation, configuration, and troubleshooting of a LAN, in particular Windows NT. Prerequisite: CISC/MATH131. 3 sem. hr. 3 crs. (Offered in Fall semesters).
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course presents advanced design techniques for web site development and information architecture. The overall structure, flow, and organization of the web site are discussed. The concepts and criteria introduced in Web Design I are utilized with added sophistication to page layout, image manipulation and typographical design. The use of tables and frames is described as well as several special effects, like rollovers and tweening, and elementary animation techniques. The course has a strong hands-on component where, in addition to the software packages used in Web Design I, students will be introduced to DHTML, CSS, and Flash. Prerequisite: CISC/CART 219 or approval of instructor. 3 sem. hrs. 3 crs.
  • 3.00 Credits

    A comprehensive introduction to the concepts and theories that explain and/or motivate methods and practices in the development and use of information systems (IS) in organizations. The concepts and theories will include systems, management and organization, information, quality and decision making. The relationship of information systems to corporate planning and strategy and concepts relating information technology (IT) to competitive advantage and productivity are explored and explained. The concepts and practices underlying the use of information technology and systems in improving organizational performance, as well as the roles of management, users and Information Systems professionals are presented. Prerequisites: CISC/MATH 220 and ACCT 120. 3 sem hrs. 3 crs. (Offered in Spring semesters).
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course builds upon the Foundations of Computing courses and presents concepts and techniques essential for working in a modern software development environment. These include object-oriented programming, exception handling, algorithmic analysis, linear and nonlinear data structures, and data structure libraries. Software engineering and object-oriented design concepts are discussed using case studies and software projects. Prerequisites: CISC/MATH231 & MATH244. 3 sem. hrs. 3 crs. (Offered in Fall semesters).
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