Computer Science Course List

CSCI 151 Computers and Problem Solving ( 3 Credits )

Introduces various aspects of computing, including algorithm design, programming, and computer applications. Considers problem-solving techniques applicable to any discipline.

Prerequisite: None

CSCI 153 Introduction to Programming using Java I ( 3 Credits )

Introduces the concepts of program development using the Java programming language. This course focuses on an introduction to Java, simple variables and control structures, and on an introduction to object concepts.

Prerequisite: None

CSCI 247 Computing Topics ( 3 Credits )

Provides an understanding of a topic in computing which may be of interest to non-majors or may serve as a service course for other departments. The course introduces a topic not currently part of the department curriculum. Students are required to write about a topic related to the course material.

Prerequisite: CSCI 153 & permission of instructor

CSCI 252 Systems Development ( 3 Credits )

Introduces the systems-development life cycle, information gathering techniques, and techniques of systems analysis, design, and implementation. Computer-assisted software engineering (CASE) concepts will be introduced. Teams will analyze and design portions of computer-based systems. Oral and written presentations will be required.

Prerequisite: CSCI 153

CSCI 253 Introduction to Programming using Java II ( 3 Credits )

Introduces the concepts of program development using the Java programming language. This course focuses on advanced Java concepts including structured variables, additional control structures, object creation, code reuse, and dynamic storage allocation.

Prerequisite: CSCI 153

CSCI 312 Windows Programming ( 3 Credits )

Introduces the development of programs designed to run in a windowing environment. Topics include event-driven programming, graphical user interface (GUI) design and implementation, and the use of a visual integrated development environment. (IDE).

Prerequisite: CSCI 253

CSCI 318 Computer Organization and Assembly Language ( 3 Credits )

Introduces students to the major hardware components of a computer system and to the organization of computers as a hierarchy of hardware and software. Considers the basic functional units of a computer system and then examines the following levels: digital logic, microprogramming, conventional machine language, operating system, and assembly languages.

Prerequisite: CSCI 315

CSCI 325 Advanced Programming using Java I ( 3 Credits )

Introduces the concepts of program development using Java programming language. This course focuses on additional Java concepts including data structures, file usage, object concepts, code reuse, and template classes, and an introduction to the Standard Template Library.

Prerequisite: CSCI 253

CSCI 326 Advanced Programming using ava II ( 3 Credits )

Introduces the concepts of program development using the Java programming language. The course focuses on additional Java concepts including virtual functions, abstract classes, polymorphism, run-time type identification, class hierarchies, and the Standard Template Library.

Prerequisite: CSCI 325

CSCI 328 Object Oriented Design ( 3 Credits )

Introduces two related topics, the design of software, and the tools used in the design process. As the dominant, technology object oriented design will be addressed in this course. The Unified Modeling Language (UML) has evolved as the tool used in designing object oriented software systems, and will be covered in the course. Students are required to write about and present a topic related to the course material.

Prerequisite: CSCI 325 and concurrent enrollment in CSCI 326

CSCI 331 Operating Systems ( 3 Credits )

Examines the role played by operating systems and offers insight into their design and implementation. Considers major components of an operating system, including process management, memory management, disk management, resource allocation, and security and protection. Covers both single and multi-processing systems.

Prerequisite: CSCI 316 and CSCI 318

CSCI 335 Web Development I ( 3 Credits )

Introduces the development of World Wide Web applications. It emphasizes the client side tools and techniques used to develop web applications, and will include HTML, Dynamic HTML, client side scripting, Web page design issues, etc. The course will make use of interdisciplinary contributions from other departments on selected topics.

Prerequisite: CSCI 312

CSCI 336 Web Development II ( 3 Credits )

Introduces the development of World Wide Web applications. It emphasizes the server side tools and techniques used to develop web applications, and will include CGI programming, active server pages (ASP and/or JSP), server side scripting, and middleware. Students are required to write about and present a topic related to the course material.

Prerequisite: CSCI 335

CSCI 342 Database Management & Programming I ( 3 Credits )

Introduces the design, management and programming of database systems. This course focuses on the design of a database and will provide hands-on experience with one or more DBMS products. It also examines the role of, and tasks performed by, a Database Administrator (DBA). The course will make use of interdisciplinary contributions from other departments on selected topics.

Prerequisite: CSCI 253

CSCI 343 Database Management & Programming II ( 3 Credits )

Introduces the design, management and programming of database systems. The course focuses on the development of applications which access data stored in a database management system. It examines applications in both non-distributed and distributed environments. Students are required to write about and present a topic related to the course material.

Prerequisite: CSCI 312 and CSCI 342

CSCI 347 Topics in Information Systems ( 3 Credits )

Provides in-depth study of an advanced topic in information systems. Introduces a topic not currently part of the departmental curriculum or examines a topic in more detail using current literature in the selected area. Each student will produce programs and/or a research paper relevant to the topic.

Prerequisite: CSCI 153 or CSCI 261, and permission of the instructor

CSCI 351 Distributed Programming Concepts ( 3 Credits )

Introduces the design, management and programming of distributed software systems, and examines the underlying technologies used to develop distributed applications (e.g. COM, DCOM, CORBA). Students are required to research and write about a topic related to the course material.

Prerequisite: CSCI 325

CSCI 402 Networked Systems Administration ( 3 Credits )

Introduces the architecture and administration of various network hardware components and operating systems. This course will focus on the architecture and administration of a number of operating systems as they might be found in a network environment including MS Windows 9x/NT/2000 and Unix/Linus. Students are required to write about a topic related to the course material.

Prerequisite: CSCI 325

CSCI 421 Comparative Programming Languages ( 3 Credits )

Compares programming languages in terms of models of computation, control and data structures, and implementation characteristics. Considers how these issues influence the choice of a language for a given application and prepares students to learn and evaluate new languages. Both traditional and recent languages will be considered as examples.

Prerequisite: CSCI 315

CSCI 441 Teaching Assistant in Computer Science ( 3 Credits )

Assigns students to assist a member of the computer science faculty. Students will be involved in developing materials for class, giving workshops and help sessions, and evaluating computer science projects. A member of the faculty will coordinate, counsel, and evaluate students enrolled in the course.

Prerequisite: Department approval

CSCI 447 Topics in Computing ( 3 Credits )

Provides an in-depth understanding of an advanced topic in computing. Starting with an examination of current literature, the course introduces a topic which is not currently part of the department curriculum or examines a topic that is part of the curriculum in more detail. Students are required to write about and present a topic related to the course material. The course will make use of interdisciplinary contributions from other departments on selected topics.

Prerequisite: CSCI 312, CSCI 325, and permission of instructor

CSCI 452 N-tiered Software Development I ( 3 Credits )

Integrates the various skills and concepts introduced in the curriculum. This course focuses on the design of an n-tiered software system, and the initial implementation of that system. A team approach to software development is employed throughout. Students are required to research and write about a topic related to the course material. The course will make use of interdisciplinary contributions from other departments on selected topics.

Prerequisite: CSCI 335, 343, and 351

CSCI 453 N-tiered Software Development II ( 3 Credits )

Integrates the various skills and concepts introduced in the curriculum. The course focuses on completing the implementation and testing of an n-tiered software system. A team approach to software development is employed throughout. Students are required to write about and present a topic related to the course material. The course will make use of interdisciplinary contributions from other departments on selected topics.

Prerequisite: CSCI 336 and CSCI 452

CSCI 500 Independent Study ( 3 Credits )

Designed for students who wish to undertake an in-depth examination of some topic of interest. The project will be carried out under the direction of a faculty sponsor.

Prerequisite: Junior/senior status; department approval

CSCI 540 Computer Science Internship ( 3-15 Credits )

Open to juniors and seniors who would like to gain practical field experience in the computer industry. The intern will work under close supervision of both industry and department personnel.

Prerequisite: CSCI 316, junior/senior standing, department approval