Computer & Information Systems A.A.S. Degree

Short Title : Introduction to Computer Science Using Java

Course Code : CSC-161

Department Description : Computer Science and Information Technology

Course Description : This course presents an introduction to programming and problem solving using Java. Algorithm development and basic procedural and object-oriented problem solving techniques are introduced. Fundamental topics of computer programming including sequence, selection, repetition, input/output, methods, parameter passing, scope, lifetime, and arrays are discussed in detail. Basic concepts of object-oriented programming such as objects, classes and class methods are introduced. This course is required of all Computer Science transfer students. The course is also recommended for students in other programs seeking a rigorous introduction to computer programming.

Prerequisites :

MAT-014 or appropriate score on the College placement test

• Credit : 4
• Lecture Hours : 3
• Lab Hours : 3

Short Title : English Composition I

Course Code : ENG-121

Department Description : English

Course Description :

Through a variety of writing projects requiring competence in clear, correct, and effective English, students use inferential and critical skills in the process of composing documented essays. Extensive reading materials serve as structural models and as the bases for discussion and for the writing of essays involving response, analysis, and synthesis.

Prerequisites :

A passing score on the College Placement Test; or a grade of "C" or better in ENG-010 and RDG-011 (RDG-011 can be a co-requisite; or a grade of "C" or better in ESL-097 and ESL-098.

Co requisites :

RDG-011 may be taken as a co-requisite if not previously completed with a grade of "C" or better.

• Credit : 3
• Lecture Hours : 3

Short Title : Precalculus

Course Code : MAT-129

Department Description : Mathematics

Course Description :

Emphasis is on those topics from algebra and trigonometry that best prepare students for the first course in calculus. The areas of study are algebraic and transcendental functions and their graphs. Of special interest are polynomials, rational, exponential, logarithmic and trigonometric functions. Additional topics include vectors, polar coordinate systems, matrices and determinants. TI83/84 graphing calculator required.

Prerequisites :

Appropriate score on the College placement test and/or satisfactory score on the diagnostic examination, “C” or better in MAT-014 or departmental approval

• Credit : 4

Short Title : GE Social Science Elective

Course Code : GE SS

Department Description : GE Social Science Elective

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Web Markup Languages

Course Code : CSC-125

Department Description : Business and Computer Science

Course Description :

This course focuses on using the markup languages HTML, CSS and scripting languages to create Web documents. This course will produce web pages using HTML, CSS and JavaScript. The student will produce fully interactive client side web pages. Focus will be on creating the Web Page using the latest versions of HTML and CSS and will concentrate on providing a working in depth knowledge of the programming language JavaScript and its usage in user interactivity.

Prerequisites :

CSC-161

• Credit : 3
• Lecture Hours : 2
• Lab Hours : 2

Short Title : Object-Oriented Programming Using Java

Course Code : CSC-162

Department Description : Computer Science and Information Technology

Course Description :

This course builds on the Java foundation developed in CSC 161 and is the second core course required for students in the Computer Science Transfer program. It investigates the software engineering principles of encapsulation, information hiding and code reuse, and discusses how these concepts are used to build abstract data types. The object oriented programming features of classes, inheritance, polymorphism and composition are studied, along with constructors and method overloading. Students implement Java programs incorporating features from the Java programming language.

Prerequisites :

CSC-161 with a grade of "C" or better and MAT-129 or MAT-129A

• Credit : 4
• Lecture Hours : 3
• Lab Hours : 3

Short Title : English Composition II

Course Code : ENG-122

Department Description : English

Course Description : Through a variety of writing projects requiring competence in clear, correct, and effective English, students use inferential and critical skills in the process of composing argument synthesis essays. Students engage in formal written argumentation based on extensive reading and analysis of complex texts. Through the research process, students will locate, analyze, and synthesize scholarly sources to advance their own informed positions on relevant issues in the composition of a formal research paper.

Prerequisites :

A grade of “C” or better in ENG-121

• Credit : 3
• Lecture Hours : 3

Short Title : Analytic Geometry and Calculus I

Course Code : MAT-131

Department Description : Mathematics

Course Description :

Presents fundamental ideas of calculus such as the derivative, integral and their applications. Topics include fundamentals of analytic geometry. The first course in a sequence of calculus courses intended for the student interested in mathematics, engineering and the natural, physical and social sciences. TI83/84 graphing calculator required.

Prerequisites :

Precalculus, MAT-129, or Precalculus for Busines and Economics  MAT-139 or the equivalent as demonstrated through multiple measures.

• Credit : 4

Short Title : Intro to Info Systems Security

Course Code : CSC-116

Department Description : Business and Computer Science

Course Description :

Introduces the student to the field of information security. The managerial, legal, ethical and technical aspects of information security are covered. Students will learn about the need for information security, planning for security and risk management. The function of firewalls, virtual private networks, intrusion detection systems, cryptography and access control mechanisms will be discussed. Physical security and the role of personnel in properly executing security standards and controls are also covered.

Prerequisites :

CSC-105 or CSC-106 or  CSC-133 or  CSC-161

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Telecommunications and Networks

Course Code : CSC-200

Department Description : Business and Computer Science

Course Description :

This course will provide students with a thorough understanding of the basic concepts of data communications, networking and connectivity.  The course covers a broad range of computer networking technologies and topologies (devices, media, network, operating systems, protocols, WAN and troubleshooting and support) providing students with a solid networking background.  Students use a network simulation tool to create virtual networks that imitate today's modern computer networks.

Prerequisites :

CSC-105 or CSC-106

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Web Programming

Course Code : CSC-241

Department Description : Business and Computer Science

Course Description :

This course will provide students with the information necessary to develop web sites using Server-Side Technology. PHP will be used to create dynamic web pages and process form data. Students will learn how to integrate functions into their programs as well as using hashing and regular expressions to solve problems and implement algorithms. They will also use array structures to better organize and process data. Students will also work to develop web pages which access and maintain data using a database system such as MySQL.

Prerequisites :

CSC-125 and CSC-161

• Credit : 4

Short Title : LINUX/UNIX and Shell Programming

Course Code : CSC-245

Department Description : Business and Computer Science

Course Description :

This course introduces the basic concepts of the LINUX/UNIX operating system including the LINUX/UNIX file system, shell programming and process management. Features of the LINUX/UNIX shell are explored, including: input and output redirection, pipes, variable and filename substitution, and shell and environmental variables. Regular expressions are covered. Students learn a POSIX compliant shell and develop the ability to use shell utilities and editors and create shell programs of moderate difficulty.

Prerequisites :

CSC-133 or CSC-161

• Credit : 4

Short Title : Technical Elective

Course Code : TEC-EL1

Department Description : Engineering Technologies

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Systems Analysis and Design

Course Code : CSC-225

Department Description : Business and Computer Science

Course Description :

Provides an introductory systems analysis and design course for computer programmers, systems analysts and business analysts.   Presents an overview of information systems and the systems development life cycle.  Stresses techniques for systems development using case tools and methodologies including structured and object oriented methods for describing data modeling, process modeling, file and database design, input and output design, and programming specifications.  Also surveys other important skills including fact-finding, communications, and project management.

Prerequisites :

CSC-106 or CSC-133 or CSC-161

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Database Concepts

Course Code : CSC-239

Department Description : Business and Computer Science

Course Description :

This course will provide the student with a thorough understanding of what a database is and how it is used. Emphasis will be placed on the relationship and use of a database for the effective storage and retrieval of user data. The use of structured query language (SQL) will be presented. Hands-on laboratory experience will provide the student with practical applications in the use of databases.

Prerequisites :

CSC-106 or CSC-133 or CSC-161

• Credit : 3

Short Title : GE Humanities Elective

Course Code : HUM-EL2

Department Description : Humanities

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Technical Elective

Course Code : TEC-EL1

Department Description : Engineering Technologies

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Introduction to Computer Science Using Java

Course Code : CSC-161

Department Description : Computer Science and Information Technology

Course Description : This course presents an introduction to programming and problem solving using Java. Algorithm development and basic procedural and object-oriented problem solving techniques are introduced. Fundamental topics of computer programming including sequence, selection, repetition, input/output, methods, parameter passing, scope, lifetime, and arrays are discussed in detail. Basic concepts of object-oriented programming such as objects, classes and class methods are introduced. This course is required of all Computer Science transfer students. The course is also recommended for students in other programs seeking a rigorous introduction to computer programming.

Prerequisites :

MAT-014 or appropriate score on the College placement test

• Credit : 4
• Lecture Hours : 3
• Lab Hours : 3

Short Title : English Composition I

Course Code : ENG-121

Department Description : English

Course Description :

Through a variety of writing projects requiring competence in clear, correct, and effective English, students use inferential and critical skills in the process of composing documented essays. Extensive reading materials serve as structural models and as the bases for discussion and for the writing of essays involving response, analysis, and synthesis.

Prerequisites :

A passing score on the College Placement Test; or a grade of "C" or better in ENG-010 and RDG-011 (RDG-011 can be a co-requisite; or a grade of "C" or better in ESL-097 and ESL-098.

Co requisites :

RDG-011 may be taken as a co-requisite if not previously completed with a grade of "C" or better.

• Credit : 3
• Lecture Hours : 3

Short Title : Precalculus

Course Code : MAT-129

Department Description : Mathematics

Course Description :

Emphasis is on those topics from algebra and trigonometry that best prepare students for the first course in calculus. The areas of study are algebraic and transcendental functions and their graphs. Of special interest are polynomials, rational, exponential, logarithmic and trigonometric functions. Additional topics include vectors, polar coordinate systems, matrices and determinants. TI83/84 graphing calculator required.

Prerequisites :

Appropriate score on the College placement test and/or satisfactory score on the diagnostic examination, “C” or better in MAT-014 or departmental approval

• Credit : 4

Short Title : GE Social Science Elective

Course Code : GE SS

Department Description : GE Social Science Elective

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Web Markup Languages

Course Code : CSC-125

Department Description : Business and Computer Science

Course Description :

This course focuses on using the markup languages HTML, CSS and scripting languages to create Web documents. This course will produce web pages using HTML, CSS and JavaScript. The student will produce fully interactive client side web pages. Focus will be on creating the Web Page using the latest versions of HTML and CSS and will concentrate on providing a working in depth knowledge of the programming language JavaScript and its usage in user interactivity.

Prerequisites :

CSC-161

• Credit : 3
• Lecture Hours : 2
• Lab Hours : 2

Short Title : Object-Oriented Programming Using Java

Course Code : CSC-162

Department Description : Computer Science and Information Technology

Course Description :

This course builds on the Java foundation developed in CSC 161 and is the second core course required for students in the Computer Science Transfer program. It investigates the software engineering principles of encapsulation, information hiding and code reuse, and discusses how these concepts are used to build abstract data types. The object oriented programming features of classes, inheritance, polymorphism and composition are studied, along with constructors and method overloading. Students implement Java programs incorporating features from the Java programming language.

Prerequisites :

CSC-161 with a grade of "C" or better and MAT-129 or MAT-129A

• Credit : 4
• Lecture Hours : 3
• Lab Hours : 3

Short Title : English Composition II

Course Code : ENG-122

Department Description : English

Course Description : Through a variety of writing projects requiring competence in clear, correct, and effective English, students use inferential and critical skills in the process of composing argument synthesis essays. Students engage in formal written argumentation based on extensive reading and analysis of complex texts. Through the research process, students will locate, analyze, and synthesize scholarly sources to advance their own informed positions on relevant issues in the composition of a formal research paper.

Prerequisites :

A grade of “C” or better in ENG-121

• Credit : 3
• Lecture Hours : 3

Short Title : Analytic Geometry and Calculus I

Course Code : MAT-131

Department Description : Mathematics

Course Description :

Presents fundamental ideas of calculus such as the derivative, integral and their applications. Topics include fundamentals of analytic geometry. The first course in a sequence of calculus courses intended for the student interested in mathematics, engineering and the natural, physical and social sciences. TI83/84 graphing calculator required.

Prerequisites :

Precalculus, MAT-129, or Precalculus for Busines and Economics  MAT-139 or the equivalent as demonstrated through multiple measures.

• Credit : 4

Short Title : Intro to Info Systems Security

Course Code : CSC-116

Department Description : Business and Computer Science

Course Description :

Introduces the student to the field of information security. The managerial, legal, ethical and technical aspects of information security are covered. Students will learn about the need for information security, planning for security and risk management. The function of firewalls, virtual private networks, intrusion detection systems, cryptography and access control mechanisms will be discussed. Physical security and the role of personnel in properly executing security standards and controls are also covered.

Prerequisites :

CSC-105 or CSC-106 or  CSC-133 or  CSC-161

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Telecommunications and Networks

Course Code : CSC-200

Department Description : Business and Computer Science

Course Description :

This course will provide students with a thorough understanding of the basic concepts of data communications, networking and connectivity.  The course covers a broad range of computer networking technologies and topologies (devices, media, network, operating systems, protocols, WAN and troubleshooting and support) providing students with a solid networking background.  Students use a network simulation tool to create virtual networks that imitate today's modern computer networks.

Prerequisites :

CSC-105 or CSC-106

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Web Programming

Course Code : CSC-241

Department Description : Business and Computer Science

Course Description :

This course will provide students with the information necessary to develop web sites using Server-Side Technology. PHP will be used to create dynamic web pages and process form data. Students will learn how to integrate functions into their programs as well as using hashing and regular expressions to solve problems and implement algorithms. They will also use array structures to better organize and process data. Students will also work to develop web pages which access and maintain data using a database system such as MySQL.

Prerequisites :

CSC-125 and CSC-161

• Credit : 4

Short Title : LINUX/UNIX and Shell Programming

Course Code : CSC-245

Department Description : Business and Computer Science

Course Description :

This course introduces the basic concepts of the LINUX/UNIX operating system including the LINUX/UNIX file system, shell programming and process management. Features of the LINUX/UNIX shell are explored, including: input and output redirection, pipes, variable and filename substitution, and shell and environmental variables. Regular expressions are covered. Students learn a POSIX compliant shell and develop the ability to use shell utilities and editors and create shell programs of moderate difficulty.

Prerequisites :

CSC-133 or CSC-161

• Credit : 4

Short Title : Technical Elective

Course Code : TEC-EL1

Department Description : Engineering Technologies

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Systems Analysis and Design

Course Code : CSC-225

Department Description : Business and Computer Science

Course Description :

Provides an introductory systems analysis and design course for computer programmers, systems analysts and business analysts.   Presents an overview of information systems and the systems development life cycle.  Stresses techniques for systems development using case tools and methodologies including structured and object oriented methods for describing data modeling, process modeling, file and database design, input and output design, and programming specifications.  Also surveys other important skills including fact-finding, communications, and project management.

Prerequisites :

CSC-106 or CSC-133 or CSC-161

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Database Concepts

Course Code : CSC-239

Department Description : Business and Computer Science

Course Description :

This course will provide the student with a thorough understanding of what a database is and how it is used. Emphasis will be placed on the relationship and use of a database for the effective storage and retrieval of user data. The use of structured query language (SQL) will be presented. Hands-on laboratory experience will provide the student with practical applications in the use of databases.

Prerequisites :

CSC-106 or CSC-133 or CSC-161

• Credit : 3

Short Title : GE Humanities Elective

Course Code : HUM-EL2

Department Description : Humanities

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Technical Elective

Course Code : TEC-EL1

Department Description : Engineering Technologies

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Introduction to Computer Science Using Java

Course Code : CSC-161

Department Description : Computer Science and Information Technology

Course Description : This course presents an introduction to programming and problem solving using Java. Algorithm development and basic procedural and object-oriented problem solving techniques are introduced. Fundamental topics of computer programming including sequence, selection, repetition, input/output, methods, parameter passing, scope, lifetime, and arrays are discussed in detail. Basic concepts of object-oriented programming such as objects, classes and class methods are introduced. This course is required of all Computer Science transfer students. The course is also recommended for students in other programs seeking a rigorous introduction to computer programming.

Prerequisites :

MAT-014 or appropriate score on the College placement test

• Credit : 4
• Lecture Hours : 3
• Lab Hours : 3

Short Title : English Composition I

Course Code : ENG-121

Department Description : English

Course Description :

Through a variety of writing projects requiring competence in clear, correct, and effective English, students use inferential and critical skills in the process of composing documented essays. Extensive reading materials serve as structural models and as the bases for discussion and for the writing of essays involving response, analysis, and synthesis.

Prerequisites :

A passing score on the College Placement Test; or a grade of "C" or better in ENG-010 and RDG-011 (RDG-011 can be a co-requisite; or a grade of "C" or better in ESL-097 and ESL-098.

Co requisites :

RDG-011 may be taken as a co-requisite if not previously completed with a grade of "C" or better.

• Credit : 3
• Lecture Hours : 3

Short Title : Precalculus

Course Code : MAT-129

Department Description : Mathematics

Course Description :

Emphasis is on those topics from algebra and trigonometry that best prepare students for the first course in calculus. The areas of study are algebraic and transcendental functions and their graphs. Of special interest are polynomials, rational, exponential, logarithmic and trigonometric functions. Additional topics include vectors, polar coordinate systems, matrices and determinants. TI83/84 graphing calculator required.

Prerequisites :

Appropriate score on the College placement test and/or satisfactory score on the diagnostic examination, “C” or better in MAT-014 or departmental approval

• Credit : 4

Short Title : GE Social Science Elective

Course Code : GE SS

Department Description : GE Social Science Elective

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Web Markup Languages

Course Code : CSC-125

Department Description : Business and Computer Science

Course Description :

This course focuses on using the markup languages HTML, CSS and scripting languages to create Web documents. This course will produce web pages using HTML, CSS and JavaScript. The student will produce fully interactive client side web pages. Focus will be on creating the Web Page using the latest versions of HTML and CSS and will concentrate on providing a working in depth knowledge of the programming language JavaScript and its usage in user interactivity.

Prerequisites :

CSC-161

• Credit : 3
• Lecture Hours : 2
• Lab Hours : 2

Short Title : Object-Oriented Programming Using Java

Course Code : CSC-162

Department Description : Computer Science and Information Technology

Course Description :

This course builds on the Java foundation developed in CSC 161 and is the second core course required for students in the Computer Science Transfer program. It investigates the software engineering principles of encapsulation, information hiding and code reuse, and discusses how these concepts are used to build abstract data types. The object oriented programming features of classes, inheritance, polymorphism and composition are studied, along with constructors and method overloading. Students implement Java programs incorporating features from the Java programming language.

Prerequisites :

CSC-161 with a grade of "C" or better and MAT-129 or MAT-129A

• Credit : 4
• Lecture Hours : 3
• Lab Hours : 3

Short Title : English Composition II

Course Code : ENG-122

Department Description : English

Course Description : Through a variety of writing projects requiring competence in clear, correct, and effective English, students use inferential and critical skills in the process of composing argument synthesis essays. Students engage in formal written argumentation based on extensive reading and analysis of complex texts. Through the research process, students will locate, analyze, and synthesize scholarly sources to advance their own informed positions on relevant issues in the composition of a formal research paper.

Prerequisites :

A grade of “C” or better in ENG-121

• Credit : 3
• Lecture Hours : 3

Short Title : Analytic Geometry and Calculus I

Course Code : MAT-131

Department Description : Mathematics

Course Description :

Presents fundamental ideas of calculus such as the derivative, integral and their applications. Topics include fundamentals of analytic geometry. The first course in a sequence of calculus courses intended for the student interested in mathematics, engineering and the natural, physical and social sciences. TI83/84 graphing calculator required.

Prerequisites :

MAT-129, MAT-129A/MAT-129B or equivalent, or appropriate score on the College placement test or satisfactory score on the diagnostic examination, or departmental approval

• Credit : 4

Short Title : Intro to Info Systems Security

Course Code : CSC-116

Department Description : Business and Computer Science

Course Description :

Introduces the student to the field of information security. The managerial, legal, ethical and technical aspects of information security are covered. Students will learn about the need for information security, planning for security and risk management. The function of firewalls, virtual private networks, intrusion detection systems, cryptography and access control mechanisms will be discussed. Physical security and the role of personnel in properly executing security standards and controls are also covered.

Prerequisites :

CSC-105 or CSC-106 or  CSC-133 or  CSC-161

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Telecommunications and Networks

Course Code : CSC-200

Department Description : Business and Computer Science

Course Description :

This course will provide students with a thorough understanding of the basic concepts of data communications, networking and connectivity.  The course covers a broad range of computer networking technologies and topologies (devices, media, network, operating systems, protocols, WAN and troubleshooting and support) providing students with a solid networking background.  Students use a network simulation tool to create virtual networks that imitate today's modern computer networks.

Prerequisites :

CSC-105 or CSC-106

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Web Programming

Course Code : CSC-241

Department Description : Business and Computer Science

Course Description :

This course will provide students with the information necessary to develop web sites using Server-Side Technology. PHP will be used to create dynamic web pages and process form data. Students will learn how to integrate functions into their programs as well as using hashing and regular expressions to solve problems and implement algorithms. They will also use array structures to better organize and process data. Students will also work to develop web pages which access and maintain data using a database system such as MySQL.

Prerequisites :

CSC-125 and CSC-161

• Credit : 4

Short Title : LINUX/UNIX and Shell Programming

Course Code : CSC-245

Department Description : Business and Computer Science

Course Description :

This course introduces the basic concepts of the LINUX/UNIX operating system including the LINUX/UNIX file system, shell programming and process management. Features of the LINUX/UNIX shell are explored, including: input and output redirection, pipes, variable and filename substitution, and shell and environmental variables. Regular expressions are covered. Students learn a POSIX compliant shell and develop the ability to use shell utilities and editors and create shell programs of moderate difficulty.

Prerequisites :

CSC-133 or CSC-161

• Credit : 4

Short Title : Technical Elective

Course Code : TEC-EL1

Department Description : Engineering Technologies

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Systems Analysis and Design

Course Code : CSC-225

Department Description : Business and Computer Science

Course Description :

Provides an introductory systems analysis and design course for computer programmers, systems analysts and business analysts.   Presents an overview of information systems and the systems development life cycle.  Stresses techniques for systems development using case tools and methodologies including structured and object oriented methods for describing data modeling, process modeling, file and database design, input and output design, and programming specifications.  Also surveys other important skills including fact-finding, communications, and project management.

Prerequisites :

CSC-106 or CSC-133 or CSC-161

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Database Concepts

Course Code : CSC-239

Department Description : Business and Computer Science

Course Description :

This course will provide the student with a thorough understanding of what a database is and how it is used. Emphasis will be placed on the relationship and use of a database for the effective storage and retrieval of user data. The use of structured query language (SQL) will be presented. Hands-on laboratory experience will provide the student with practical applications in the use of databases.

Prerequisites :

CSC-106 or CSC-133 or CSC-161

• Credit : 3

Short Title : GE Humanities Elective

Course Code : HUM-EL2

Department Description : Humanities

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Technical Elective

Course Code : TEC-EL1

Department Description : Engineering Technologies

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Introduction to Computer Science Using Java

Course Code : CSC-161

Department Description : Computer Science and Information Technology

Course Description :

This course presents an introduction to programming and problem solving using Java. Algorithm development and basic procedural and object-oriented problem solving techniques are introduced. Fundamental topics of computer programming including sequence, selection, repetition, input/output, methods, parameter passing, scope, lifetime, and arrays are discussed in detail. Basic concepts of object-oriented programming such as objects, classes and class methods are introduced. This course is required of all Computer Science transfer students. The course is also recommended for students in other programs seeking a rigorous introduction to computer programming.

Prerequisites :

MAT-014 or appropriate score on the College placement test

• Credit : 4

Short Title : English Composition I

Course Code : ENG-121

Department Description : English

Course Description :

Through a variety of writing projects requiring competence in clear, correct, and effective English, students use inferential and critical skills in the process of composing documented essays. Extensive reading materials serve as structural models and as the bases for discussion and for the writing of essays involving response, analysis, and synthesis.

Prerequisites :

A passing score on the College Placement Test; or a grade of "C" or better in ENG-010 and RDG-011 (RDG-011 can be a co-requisite; or a grade of "C" or better in ESL-097 and ESL-098.

Co requisites :

RDG-011 may be taken as a co-requisite if not previously completed with a grade of "C" or better.

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Precalculus

Course Code : MAT-129

Department Description : Mathematics

Course Description :

Emphasis is on those topics from algebra and trigonometry that best prepare students for the first course in calculus. The areas of study are algebraic and transcendental functions and their graphs. Of special interest are polynomials, rational, exponential, logarithmic and trigonometric functions. Additional topics include vectors, polar coordinate systems, matrices and determinants. TI83/84 graphing calculator required.

Prerequisites :

Appropriate score on the College placement test and/or satisfactory score on the diagnostic examination, “C” or better in MAT-014 or departmental approval

• Credit : 4

Short Title : GE Social Science Elective

Course Code : GE SS

Department Description : GE Social Science Elective

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Web Markup Languages

Course Code : CSC-125

Department Description : Business and Computer Science

Course Description :

This course focuses on using the markup languages HTML, CSS and scripting languages to create Web documents. This course will produce web pages using HTML, CSS and JavaScript. The student will produce fully interactive client side web pages. Focus will be on creating the Web Page using the latest versions of HTML and CSS and will concentrate on providing a working in depth knowledge of the programming language JavaScript and its usage in user interactivity.

Prerequisites :

CSC-161

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Object-Oriented Programming Using Java

Course Code : CSC-162

Department Description : Computer Science and Information Technology

Course Description :

This course builds on the Java foundation developed in CSC 161 and is the second core course required for students in the Computer Science Transfer program. It investigates the software engineering principles of encapsulation, information hiding and code reuse, and discusses how these concepts are used to build abstract data types. The object oriented programming features of classes, inheritance, polymorphism and composition are studied, along with constructors and method overloading. Students implement Java programs incorporating features from the Java programming language.

Prerequisites :

CSC-161 with a grade of "C" or better and MAT-129 or MAT-129A

• Credit : 4

Short Title : English Composition II

Course Code : ENG-122

Department Description : English

Course Description :

Through a variety of writing projects requiring competence in clear, correct, and effective English, students use inferential and critical skills in the process of composing argument synthesis essays. Students engage in formal written argumentation based on extensive reading and analysis of complex texts. Through the research process, students will locate, analyze, and synthesize scholarly sources to advance their own informed positions on relevant issues in the composition of a formal research paper.

Prerequisites :

A grade of “C” or better in ENG-121

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Analytic Geometry and Calculus I

Course Code : MAT-131

Department Description : Mathematics

Course Description :

Presents fundamental ideas of calculus such as the derivative, integral and their applications. Topics include fundamentals of analytic geometry. The first course in a sequence of calculus courses intended for the student interested in mathematics, engineering and the natural, physical and social sciences. TI83/84 graphing calculator required.

Prerequisites :

MAT-129, MAT-129A/MAT-129B or equivalent, or appropriate score on the College placement test or satisfactory score on the diagnostic examination, or departmental approval

• Credit : 4

Short Title : Intro to Info Systems Security

Course Code : CSC-116

Department Description : Business and Computer Science

Course Description :

Introduces the student to the field of information security. The managerial, legal, ethical and technical aspects of information security are covered. Students will learn about the need for information security, planning for security and risk management. The function of firewalls, virtual private networks, intrusion detection systems, cryptography and access control mechanisms will be discussed. Physical security and the role of personnel in properly executing security standards and controls are also covered.

Prerequisites :

CSC-105 or CSC-106

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Telecommunications and Networks

Course Code : CSC-200

Department Description : Business and Computer Science

Course Description :

This course will provide the student with a thorough understanding of the basic concepts of data communications, networking and connectivity. This includes the topics covered in the Novell Networking Technologies course and the topics covered in the Microsoft Networking Essentials course. Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be prepared to take the associated A+ certification test.

Prerequisites :

CSC-106

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Web Programming

Course Code : CSC-241

Department Description : Business and Computer Science

Course Description :

This course will provide students with the information necessary to develop web sites using Server-Side Technology. PHP will be used to create dynamic web pages and process form data. Students will learn how to integrate functions into their programs as well as using hashing and regular expressions to solve problems and implement algorithms. They will also use array structures to better organize and process data. Students will also work to develop web pages which access and maintain data using a database system such as MySQL.

Prerequisites :

CSC-125 and CSC-161

• Credit : 4

Short Title : LINUX/UNIX and Shell Programming

Course Code : CSC-245

Department Description : Business and Computer Science

Course Description :

This course introduces the basic concepts of the LINUX/UNIX operating system including the LINUX/UNIX file system, shell programming and process management. Features of the LINUX/UNIX shell are explored, including: input and output redirection, pipes, variable and filename substitution, and shell and environmental variables. Regular expressions are covered. Students learn a POSIX compliant shell and develop the ability to use shell utilities and editors and create shell programs of moderate difficulty.

Prerequisites :

CSC-133 or CSC-161

• Credit : 4

Short Title : Technical Elective

Course Code : TEC-EL1

Department Description : Engineering Technologies

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Systems Analysis and Design

Course Code : CSC-225

Department Description : Business and Computer Science

Course Description :

Provides an introductory systems analysis and design course for computer programmers, systems analysts and business analysts.   Presents an overview of information systems and the systems development life cycle.  Stresses techniques for systems development using case tools and methodologies including structured and object oriented methods for describing data modeling, process modeling, file and database design, input and output design, and programming specifications.  Also surveys other important skills including fact-finding, communications, and project management.

Prerequisites :

CSC-106 or CSC-133 or CSC-161

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Database Concepts

Course Code : CSC-239

Department Description : Business and Computer Science

Course Description :

This course will provide the student with a thorough understanding of what a database is and how it is used. Emphasis will be placed on the relationship and use of a database for the effective storage and retrieval of user data. The use of structured query language (SQL) will be presented. Hands-on laboratory experience will provide the student with practical applications in the use of databases.

Prerequisites :

CSC-106 or CSC-133 or CSC-161

• Credit : 3

Short Title : GE Humanities Elective

Course Code : HUM-EL2

Department Description : Humanities

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Technical Elective

Course Code : TEC-EL1

Department Description : Engineering Technologies

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Introduction to Computer Science Using Java

Course Code : CSC-161

Department Description : Computer Science and Information Technology

Course Description :

This course presents an introduction to programming and problem solving using Java. Algorithm development and basic procedural and object-oriented problem solving techniques are introduced. Fundamental topics of computer programming including sequence, selection, repetition, input/output, methods, parameter passing, scope, lifetime, and arrays are discussed in detail. Basic concepts of object-oriented programming such as objects, classes and class methods are introduced. This course is required of all Computer Science transfer students. The course is also recommended for students in other programs seeking a rigorous introduction to computer programming.

Prerequisites :

MAT-014 or appropriate score on the College placement test

• Credit : 4

Short Title : English Composition I

Course Code : ENG-121

Department Description : English

Course Description :

Through a variety of writing projects requiring competence in clear, correct, and effective English, students use inferential and critical skills in the process of composing documented essays. Extensive reading materials serve as structural models and as the bases for discussion and for the writing of essays involving response, analysis, and synthesis.

Prerequisites :

A passing score on the College Placement Test; or a grade of "C" or better in ENG-010 and RDG-011 (RDG-011 can be a co-requisite; or a grade of "C" or better in ESL-097 and ESL-098.

Co requisites :

RDG-011 may be taken as a co-requisite if not previously completed with a grade of "C" or better.

• Credit : 3
• Lecture Hours : 3

Short Title : Precalculus

Course Code : MAT-129

Department Description : Mathematics

Course Description :

Emphasis is on those topics from algebra and trigonometry that best prepare students for the first course in calculus. The areas of study are algebraic and transcendental functions and their graphs. Of special interest are polynomials, rational, exponential, logarithmic and trigonometric functions. Additional topics include vectors, polar coordinate systems, matrices and determinants. TI83/84 graphing calculator required.

Prerequisites :

Appropriate score on the College placement test and/or satisfactory score on the diagnostic examination, “C” or better in MAT-014 or departmental approval

• Credit : 4

Short Title : GE Social Science Elective

Course Code : GE SS

Department Description : GE Social Science Elective

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Web Markup Languages

Course Code : CSC-125

Department Description : Computer Science and Information Technology

Course Description :

This course focuses on using the markup languages HTML, CSS and scripting languages to create Web documents. This course will produce web pages using HTML, CSS and JavaScript. The student will produce fully interactive client side web pages. Focus will be on creating the Web Page using the latest versions of HTML and CSS and will concentrate on providing a working in depth knowledge of the programming language JavaScript and its usage in user interactivity.

Prerequisites :

CSC-161

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Object-Oriented Programming Using Java

Course Code : CSC-162

Department Description : Computer Science and Information Technology

Course Description :

This course builds on the Java foundation developed in CSC 161 and is the second core course required for students in the Computer Science Transfer program. It investigates the software engineering principles of encapsulation, information hiding and code reuse, and discusses how these concepts are used to build abstract data types. The object oriented programming features of classes, inheritance, polymorphism and composition are studied, along with constructors and method overloading. Students implement Java programs incorporating features from the Java programming language.

Prerequisites :

CSC-161 with a grade of "C" or better and MAT-129 or MAT-129A

• Credit : 4

Short Title : English Composition II

Course Code : ENG-122

Department Description : English

Course Description : Through a variety of writing projects requiring competence in clear, correct, and effective English, students use inferential and critical skills in the process of composing argument synthesis essays. Students engage in formal written argumentation based on extensive reading and analysis of complex texts. Through the research process, students will locate, analyze, and synthesize scholarly sources to advance their own informed positions on relevant issues in the composition of a formal research paper.

Prerequisites :

A grade of “C” or better in ENG-121

• Credit : 3
• Lecture Hours : 3

Short Title : Analytic Geometry and Calculus I

Course Code : MAT-131

Department Description : Mathematics

Course Description :

Presents fundamental ideas of calculus such as the derivative, integral and their applications. Topics include fundamentals of analytic geometry. The first course in a sequence of calculus courses intended for the student interested in mathematics, engineering and the natural, physical and social sciences. TI83/84 graphing calculator required.

Prerequisites :

MAT-129, MAT-129A/MAT-129B or equivalent, or appropriate score on the College placement test or satisfactory score on the diagnostic examination, or departmental approval

• Credit : 4

Short Title : Intro to Info Systems Security

Course Code : CSC-116

Department Description : Computer Science and Information Technology

Course Description :

Introduces the student to the field of information security. The managerial, legal, ethical and technical aspects of information security are covered. Students will learn about the need for information security, planning for security and risk management. The function of firewalls, virtual private networks, intrusion detection systems, cryptography and access control mechanisms will be discussed. Physical security and the role of personnel in properly executing security standards and controls are also covered.

Prerequisites :

CSC-105 or CSC-106

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Telecommunications and Networks

Course Code : CSC-200

Department Description : Computer Science and Information Technology

Course Description :

This course will provide the student with a thorough understanding of the basic concepts of data communications, networking and connectivity. This includes the topics covered in the Novell Networking Technologies course and the topics covered in the Microsoft Networking Essentials course. Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be prepared to take the associated A+ certification test.

Prerequisites :

CSC-106

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Web Programming

Course Code : CSC-241

Department Description : Computer Science and Information Technology

Course Description :

This course will provide students with the information necessary to develop web sites using Server-Side Technology. PHP will be used to create dynamic web pages and process form data. Students will learn how to integrate functions into their programs as well as using hashing and regular expressions to solve problems and implement algorithms. They will also use array structures to better organize and process data. Students will also work to develop web pages which access and maintain data using a database system such as MySQL.

Prerequisites :

CSC-125 and CSC-161

• Credit : 4

Short Title : LINUX/UNIX and Shell Programming

Course Code : CSC-245

Department Description : Computer Science and Information Technology

Course Description :

This course introduces the basic concepts of the LINUX/UNIX operating system including the LINUX/UNIX file system, shell programming and process management. Features of the LINUX/UNIX shell are explored, including: input and output redirection, pipes, variable and filename substitution, and shell and environmental variables. Regular expressions are covered. Students learn a POSIX compliant shell and develop the ability to use shell utilities and editors and create shell programs of moderate difficulty.

Prerequisites :

CSC-133 or CSC-161

• Credit : 4

Short Title : Technical Elective

Course Code : TEC-EL1

Department Description : Engineering Technologies

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Systems Analysis and Design

Course Code : CSC-225

Department Description : Computer Science and Information Technology

Course Description :

Students plan an application project and produce a complete specification using structured analysis techniques. On-line applications are surveyed in both large (IBM) and small (UNIX) environments.

Prerequisites :

CSC-106 or CSC-133 or CSC-161

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Database Concepts

Course Code : CSC-239

Department Description : Computer Science and Information Technology

Course Description :

This course will provide the student with a thorough understanding of what a database is and how it is used. Emphasis will be placed on the relationship and use of a database for the effective storage and retrieval of user data. The use of structured query language (SQL) will be presented. Hands-on laboratory experience will provide the student with practical applications in the use of databases.

Prerequisites :

CSC-106 or CSC-133 or CSC-161

• Credit : 3

Short Title : GE Humanities Elective

Course Code : HUM-EL2

Department Description : Humanities

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Technical Elective

Course Code : TEC-EL1

Department Description : Engineering Technologies

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Introduction to Computer Science Using Java

Course Code : CSC-161

Course Description :

This course presents an introduction to programming and problem solving using Java. Algorithm development and basic procedural and object-oriented problem solving techniques are introduced. Fundamental topics of computer programming including sequence, selection, repetition, input/output, methods, parameter passing, scope, lifetime, and arrays are discussed in detail. Basic concepts of object-oriented programming such as objects, classes and class methods are introduced. This course is required of all Computer Science transfer students. The course is also recommended for students in other programs seeking a rigorous introduction to computer programming.

Prerequisites :

MAT-014 or appropriate score on the College placement test

• Credit : 4

Short Title : English Composition I

Course Code : ENG-121

Course Description :

Through a variety of writing projects requiring competence in clear, correct, and effective English, students use inferential and critical skills in the process of composing documented essays. Extensive reading materials serve as structural models and as the bases for discussion and for the writing of essays involving response, analysis, and synthesis.

Prerequisites :

A passing score on the College Placement Test; or a grade of "C" or better in ENG-010 and RDG-011 (RDG-011 can be a co-requisite; or a grade of "C" or better in ESL-097 and  ESL-098.

Co requisites :

RDG-011 may be taken as a co-requisite if not previously completed with a grade of "C" or better.

• Credit : 3

Short Title : GE Social Science Elective

Course Code : GE SS

Department Description : GE Social Science Elective

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Microcomputer Operating Systems and Architecture

Course Code : CSC-110

Course Description :

This course will teach students the role of microcomputer operating systems and how the operating systems interact with the computer. The course covers the structure and function of hardware including input/output devices, memory, central processing unit, storage devices, communications devices and buses. The commonly used microcomputer operating systems Windows and DOS will be discussed and emphasized with hands-on exercises covering topics including: disk maintenance, directory and file management, batch files, interaction of graphical user interface and utilities. Configuration and optimization of standard hardware and system software will also be discussed. Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be prepared to take the associated A+ test.

Prerequisites :

CSC-105 or CSC-106

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Object-Oriented Programming Using Java

Course Code : CSC-162

Course Description :

This course builds on the Java foundation developed in CSC 161 and is the second core course required for students in the Computer Science Transfer program. It investigates the software engineering principles of encapsulation, information hiding and code reuse, and discusses how these concepts are used to build abstract data types. The object oriented programming features of classes, inheritance, polymorphism and composition are studied, along with constructors and method overloading. Students implement Java programs incorporating features from the Java programming language.

Prerequisites :

CSC-161 and MAT-129 or MAT-129A

• Credit : 4

Short Title : Visual BASIC Programming

Course Code : CSC-208

Course Description :

This course studies the Visual BASIC programming language, presenting top-down structured programming, visual interface design and implementation, functions, procedures, arrays, data file access methods, graphics programming and database access programming. Hands-on experience with event-driven programming for an interactive Graphical User Interface under Windows will be introduced. The creation and customizing of forms, controls (menu bars, scrolling list boxes, buttons, arrays of controls), their properties and their underlying BASIC programs (methods) will be studied. Error-handling routines and advanced debugging techniques will be used to produce reliable programs.

Prerequisites :

CSC-106 or CSC-133 or CSC-161

• Credit : 4

Short Title : English Composition II

Course Code : ENG-122

Department Description : English

Course Description : Through a variety of writing projects requiring competence in clear, correct, and effective English, students use inferential and critical skills in the process of composing argument synthesis essays. Students engage in formal written argumentation based on extensive reading and analysis of complex texts. Through the research process, students will locate, analyze, and synthesize scholarly sources to advance their own informed positions on relevant issues in the composition of a formal research paper.

Prerequisites :

A grade of “C” or better in ENG-121

• Credit : 3
• Lecture Hours : 3

Short Title : Telecommunications and Networks

Course Code : CSC-200

Course Description :

This course will provide the student with a thorough understanding of the basic concepts of data communications, networking and connectivity. This includes the topics covered in the Novell Networking Technologies course and the topics covered in the Microsoft Networking Essentials course. Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be prepared to take the associated A+ certification test.

Prerequisites :

CSC-106

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Data Structures in Java

Course Code : CSC-236

Course Description :

This course teaches different techniques of storing, accessing and processing data as utilized in the development of programs and algorithms. Topics include linked lists, stacks, queues, trees, recursion and graphs. Algorithms for applications such as sorting, searching and merging will be analyzed and implemented. Solutions are designed using object-oriented techniques and implemented in the Java programming language. This course is the third course in the Java programming sequence and is a required course for students in the Computer Science Transfer Option.

Prerequisites :

CSC-162 and MAT-129 or MAT-129B or written permission of the department chairperson

• Credit : 4

Short Title : LINUX/UNIX and Shell Programming

Course Code : CSC-245

Course Description :

This course introduces the basic concepts of the LINUX/UNIX operating system including the LINUX/UNIX file system, shell programming and process management. Features of the LINUX/UNIX shell are explored, including: input and output redirection, pipes, variable and filename substitution, and shell and environmental variables. Regular expressions are covered. Students learn a POSIX compliant shell and develop the ability to use shell utilities and editors and create shell programs of moderate difficulty.

Prerequisites :

CSC-133 or CSC-161

• Credit : 4

Short Title : Physical/Health Education Elective

Course Code : Physical/Health Education Elective

Department Description : Health, Physical Education, Recreation & Dance

Course Description :

Physical/Health Education Elective

• Credit : 1

Short Title : Database Concepts

Course Code : CSC-239

Course Description :

This course will provide the student with a thorough understanding of what a database is and how it is used. Emphasis will be placed on the relationship and use of a database for the effective storage and retrieval of user data. The use of structured query language (SQL) will be presented. Hands-on laboratory experience will provide the student with practical applications in the use of databases.

Prerequisites :

CSC-106 or CSC-133 or CSC-161

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Web Programming

Course Code : CSC-241

Course Description :

This course will provide students with the information necessary to develop web sites using Server-Side Technology. PHP will be used to create dynamic web pages and process form data. Students will learn how to integrate functions into their programs as well as using hashing and regular expressions to solve problems and implement algorithms. They will also use array structures to better organize and process data. Students will also work to develop web pages which access and maintain data using a database system such as MySQL.

Prerequisites :

CSC-125 and CSC-161

• Credit : 4

Short Title : LINUX/UNIX and Web Server Administration

Course Code : CSC-246

Course Description :

Builds on the basic understanding of LINUX/UNIX and shell programming developed in CSC 245. LINUX/UNIX is the dominant operating system of Internet routers and Web servers. This course covers the essential elements of designing a client/server LINUX/UNIX configuration, installing it, and keeping it running in an effective fashion. Local Area Networks (LANs), Wide Area Networks (WANs) and the TCP/IP protocol suite are a fundamental part of the LINUX/UNIX client-server configuration and are fully covered. The installation of LINUX/UNIX applications is also covered, with electronic mail tools and Web browsers as primary examples of these applications. The emphasis is on serving LINUX/UNIX client/server needs on a global basis as occurs in a modern multinational corporation.

Prerequisites :

CSC-245

• Credit : 3

Short Title : GE Humanities Elective

Course Code : HUM-EL2

Department Description : Humanities

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Technical Elective

Course Code : TEC-EL1

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Introduction to Computer Science Using Java

Course Code : CSC-161

Department Description : Computer Science and Information Technology

Course Description :

This course presents an introduction to programming and problem solving using Java. Algorithm development and basic procedural and object-oriented problem solving techniques are introduced. Fundamental topics of computer programming including sequence, selection, repetition, input/output, methods, parameter passing, scope, lifetime, and arrays are discussed in detail. Basic concepts of object-oriented programming such as objects, classes and class methods are introduced. This course is required of all Computer Science transfer students. The course is also recommended for students in other programs seeking a rigorous introduction to computer programming.

Prerequisites :

MAT-014 or appropriate score on the College placement test

• Credit : 4

Short Title : English Composition I

Course Code : ENG-121

Department Description : English

Course Description :

Through a variety of writing projects requiring competence in clear, correct, and effective English, students will use inferential and critical skills in the process of composing documented essays. Extensive reading materials serve as structural models and as the bases for discussion and for the writing of essays involving response, analysis, and synthesis.

Prerequisites :

A passing score on the College Placement Test; or a grade of "C" or better in ENG-010 and RDG-011 (RDG-011 can be a co-requisite; or a grade of "C" or better in ESL-097 and  ESL-098.

Co requisites :

RDG-011 may be taken as a co-requisite if not previously completed with a grade of "C" or better.

• Credit : 3

Short Title : GE Social Science Elective

Course Code : GE SS

Department Description : GE Social Science Elective

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Microcomputer Operating Systems and Architecture

Course Code : CSC-110

Department Description : Computer Science and Information Technology

Course Description :

This course will teach students the role of microcomputer operating systems and how the operating systems interact with the computer. The course covers the structure and function of hardware including input/output devices, memory, central processing unit, storage devices, communications devices and buses. The commonly used microcomputer operating systems Windows and DOS will be discussed and emphasized with hands-on exercises covering topics including: disk maintenance, directory and file management, batch files, interaction of graphical user interface and utilities. Configuration and optimization of standard hardware and system software will also be discussed. Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be prepared to take the associated A+ test.

Prerequisites :

CSC-105 or CSC-106

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Object-Oriented Programming Using Java

Course Code : CSC-162

Department Description : Computer Science and Information Technology

Course Description :

This course builds on the Java foundation developed in CSC 161 and is the second core course required for students in the Computer Science Transfer program. It investigates the software engineering principles of encapsulation, information hiding and code reuse, and discusses how these concepts are used to build abstract data types. The object oriented programming features of classes, inheritance, polymorphism and composition are studied, along with constructors and method overloading. Students implement Java programs incorporating features from the Java programming language.

Prerequisites :

CSC-161 and MAT-129 or MAT-129A

• Credit : 4

Short Title : Visual BASIC Programming

Course Code : CSC-208

Department Description : Computer Science and Information Technology

Course Description :

This course studies the Visual BASIC programming language, presenting top-down structured programming, visual interface design and implementation, functions, procedures, arrays, data file access methods, graphics programming and database access programming. Hands-on experience with event-driven programming for an interactive Graphical User Interface under Windows will be introduced. The creation and customizing of forms, controls (menu bars, scrolling list boxes, buttons, arrays of controls), their properties and their underlying BASIC programs (methods) will be studied. Error-handling routines and advanced debugging techniques will be used to produce reliable programs.

Prerequisites :

CSC-106 or CSC-133 or CSC-161

• Credit : 4

Short Title : English Composition II

Course Code : ENG-122

Department Description : English

Course Description : Through a variety of writing projects requiring competence in clear, correct, and effective English, students will use inferential and critical skills in the process of composing argument synthesis essays. Students will engage in formal written argumentation based on extensive reading and analysis of complex texts. Through the research process, students will locate, analyze, and synthesize scholarly sources to advance their own informed positions on relevant issues in the composition of a formal research paper.

Prerequisites :

A grade of “C” or better in ENG-121

• Credit : 3
• Lecture Hours : 3

Short Title : Telecommunications and Networks

Course Code : CSC-200

Department Description : Computer Science and Information Technology

Course Description :

This course will provide the student with a thorough understanding of the basic concepts of data communications, networking and connectivity. This includes the topics covered in the Novell Networking Technologies course and the topics covered in the Microsoft Networking Essentials course. Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be prepared to take the associated A+ certification test.

Prerequisites :

CSC-106

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Data Structures in Java

Course Code : CSC-236

Department Description : Computer Science and Information Technology

Course Description :

This course teaches different techniques of storing, accessing and processing data as utilized in the development of programs and algorithms. Topics include linked lists, stacks, queues, trees, recursion and graphs. Algorithms for applications such as sorting, searching and merging will be analyzed and implemented. Solutions are designed using object-oriented techniques and implemented in the Java programming language. This course is the third course in the Java programming sequence and is a required course for students in the Computer Science Transfer Option.

Prerequisites :

CSC-162 and MAT-129 or MAT-129B or written permission of the department chairperson

• Credit : 4

Short Title : LINUX/UNIX and Shell Programming

Course Code : CSC-245

Department Description : Computer Science and Information Technology

Course Description :

This course introduces the basic concepts of the LINUX/UNIX operating system including the LINUX/UNIX file system, shell programming and process management. Features of the LINUX/UNIX shell are explored, including: input and output redirection, pipes, variable and filename substitution, and shell and environmental variables. Regular expressions are covered. Students learn a POSIX compliant shell and develop the ability to use shell utilities and editors and create shell programs of moderate difficulty.

Prerequisites :

CSC-133 or CSC-161

• Credit : 4

Short Title : Physical/Health Education Elective

Course Code : Physical/Health Education Elective

Department Description : Health, Physical Education, Recreation & Dance

Course Description :

Physical/Health Education Elective

• Credit : 1

Short Title : Database Concepts

Course Code : CSC-239

Department Description : Computer Science and Information Technology

Course Description :

This course will provide the student with a thorough understanding of what a database is and how it is used. Emphasis will be placed on the relationship and use of a database for the effective storage and retrieval of user data. The use of structured query language (SQL) will be presented. Hands-on laboratory experience will provide the student with practical applications in the use of databases.

Prerequisites :

CSC-106 or CSC-133 or CSC-161

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Web Programming

Course Code : CSC-241

Department Description : Computer Science and Information Technology

Course Description :

This course will provide students with the information necessary to develop web sites using Server-Side Technology. PHP will be used to create dynamic web pages and process form data. Students will learn how to integrate functions into their programs as well as using hashing and regular expressions to solve problems and implement algorithms. They will also use array structures to better organize and process data. Students will also work to develop web pages which access and maintain data using a database system such as MySQL.

Prerequisites :

CSC-125 and CSC-161

• Credit : 4

Short Title : LINUX/UNIX and Web Server Administration

Course Code : CSC-246

Department Description : Computer Science and Information Technology

Course Description :

Builds on the basic understanding of LINUX/UNIX and shell programming developed in CSC 245. LINUX/UNIX is the dominant operating system of Internet routers and Web servers. This course covers the essential elements of designing a client/server LINUX/UNIX configuration, installing it, and keeping it running in an effective fashion. Local Area Networks (LANs), Wide Area Networks (WANs) and the TCP/IP protocol suite are a fundamental part of the LINUX/UNIX client-server configuration and are fully covered. The installation of LINUX/UNIX applications is also covered, with electronic mail tools and Web browsers as primary examples of these applications. The emphasis is on serving LINUX/UNIX client/server needs on a global basis as occurs in a modern multinational corporation.

Prerequisites :

CSC-245

• Credit : 3

Short Title : GE Humanities Elective

Course Code : HUM-EL2

Department Description : Humanities

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Technical Elective

Course Code : TEC-EL1

Department Description : Engineering Technologies

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Programming in JAVA

Course Code : CSC-211

Department Description : Computer Science and Information Technology

Course Description :

Students will learn to design, write, compile, test and execute Java programs. Students will create both stand alone and client/server applications using the Java programming language. Enhancement of website functionality and embedding Java Applets in HTML code will be taught. Platform independent graphical user interfaces will be built using Java's Abstract Windowing Toolkit (AWT).

Prerequisites :

CSC-134 or CSC-162

• Credit : 4

Short Title : Analytic Geometry and Calculus II

Course Code : MAT-132

Department Description : Mathematics

Course Description :

Topics include trigonometric and hyperbolic functions, areas, centroids, techniques of integration, parametric curves and vectors, indeterminant forms, Taylor's formula, infinite series and topics in analytic geometry. Recommended for students majoring in engineering, mathematics, computer science, social sciences and the science related areas of chemistry and physics. TI83/84 graphing calculator is required.

Prerequisites :

MAT-131 or equivalent

• Credit : 4

Short Title : Science Elective

Course Code : Science Elective

Department Description : Science Elective

Short Title : Introduction to Computer Science Using Java

Course Code : CSC-161

Department Description : Computer Science and Information Technology

Course Description :

This course presents an introduction to programming and problem solving using Java. Algorithm development and basic procedural and object-oriented problem solving techniques are introduced. Fundamental topics of computer programming including sequence, selection, repetition, input/output, methods, parameter passing, scope, lifetime, and arrays are discussed in detail. Basic concepts of object-oriented programming such as objects, classes and class methods are introduced. This course is required of all Computer Science transfer students. The course is also recommended for students in other programs seeking a rigorous introduction to computer programming.

Prerequisites :

MAT-014 or appropriate score on the College placement test

• Credit : 4

Short Title : English Composition I

Course Code : ENG-121

Department Description : English

Course Description :

Through a variety of writing projects requiring competence in clear, correct, and effective English, students will use inferential and critical skills in the process of composing documented essays. Extensive reading materials serve as structural models and as the bases for discussion and for the writing of essays involving response, analysis, and synthesis.

Prerequisites :

A passing score on the College Placement Test; or a grade of "C" or better in ENG-010 and RDG-011 (RDG-011 can be a co-requisite; or a grade of "C" or better in ESL-097 and ESL-098.

Co requisites :

RDG-011 may be taken as a co-requisite if not previously completed with a grade of "C" or better.

• Credit : 3

Short Title : GE Social Science Elective

Course Code : GE SS

Department Description : GE Social Science Elective

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Microcomputer Operating Systems and Architecture

Course Code : CSC-110

Department Description : Computer Science and Information Technology

Course Description :

This course will teach students the role of microcomputer operating systems and how the operating systems interact with the computer. The course covers the structure and function of hardware including input/output devices, memory, central processing unit, storage devices, communications devices and buses. The commonly used microcomputer operating systems Windows and DOS will be discussed and emphasized with hands-on exercises covering topics including: disk maintenance, directory and file management, batch files, interaction of graphical user interface and utilities. Configuration and optimization of standard hardware and system software will also be discussed. Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be prepared to take the associated A+ test.

Prerequisites :

CSC-105 or CSC-106

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Object-Oriented Programming Using Java

Course Code : CSC-162

Department Description : Computer Science and Information Technology

Course Description :

This course builds on the Java foundation developed in CSC 161 and is the second core course required for students in the Computer Science Transfer program. It investigates the software engineering principles of encapsulation, information hiding and code reuse, and discusses how these concepts are used to build abstract data types. The object oriented programming features of classes, inheritance, polymorphism and composition are studied, along with constructors and method overloading. Students implement Java programs incorporating features from the Java programming language.

Prerequisites :

CSC-161 and MAT-129 or MAT-129A

• Credit : 4

Short Title : Visual BASIC Programming

Course Code : CSC-208

Department Description : Computer Science and Information Technology

Course Description :

This course studies the Visual BASIC programming language, presenting top-down structured programming, visual interface design and implementation, functions, procedures, arrays, data file access methods, graphics programming and database access programming. Hands-on experience with event-driven programming for an interactive Graphical User Interface under Windows will be introduced. The creation and customizing of forms, controls (menu bars, scrolling list boxes, buttons, arrays of controls), their properties and their underlying BASIC programs (methods) will be studied. Error-handling routines and advanced debugging techniques will be used to produce reliable programs.

Prerequisites :

CSC-106 or CSC-133 or CSC-161

• Credit : 4

Short Title : English Composition II

Course Code : ENG-122

Department Description : English

Course Description : Through a variety of writing projects requiring competence in clear, correct, and effective English, students will use inferential and critical skills in the process of composing argument synthesis essays. Students will engage in formal written argumentation based on extensive reading and analysis of complex texts. Through the research process, students will locate, analyze, and synthesize scholarly sources to advance their own informed positions on relevant issues in the composition of a formal research paper.

Prerequisites :

A grade of “C” or better in ENG-121

• Credit : 3
• Lecture Hours : 3

Short Title : Telecommunications and Networks

Course Code : CSC-200

Department Description : Computer Science and Information Technology

Course Description :

This course will provide the student with a thorough understanding of the basic concepts of data communications, networking and connectivity. This includes the topics covered in the Novell Networking Technologies course and the topics covered in the Microsoft Networking Essentials course. Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be prepared to take the associated A+ certification test.

Prerequisites :

CSC-106

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Data Structures in Java

Course Code : CSC-236

Department Description : Computer Science and Information Technology

Course Description :

This course teaches different techniques of storing, accessing and processing data as utilized in the development of programs and algorithms. Topics include linked lists, stacks, queues, trees, recursion and graphs. Algorithms for applications such as sorting, searching and merging will be analyzed and implemented. Solutions are designed using object-oriented techniques and implemented in the Java programming language. This course is the third course in the Java programming sequence and is a required course for students in the Computer Science Transfer Option.

Prerequisites :

CSC-162 and MAT-129 or MAT-129B or written permission of the department chairperson

• Credit : 4

Short Title : UNIX and Shell Programming

Course Code : CSC-245

Department Description : Computer Science and Information Technology

Course Description :

This course introduces the basic concepts of the UNIX operating system including the UNIX file system, shell programming and process management. Features of the UNIX shell are explored, including: input and output redirection, pipes, variable and filename substitution, and shell and environmental variables. Regular expressions are covered. Students learn a POSIX compliant shell and develop the ability to use shell utilities and editors and create shell programs of moderate difficulty.

Prerequisites :

CSC-133 or CSC-161

• Credit : 4

Short Title : Physical/Health Education Elective

Course Code : Physical/Health Education Elective

Department Description : Health, Physical Education, Recreation & Dance

Course Description :

Physical/Health Education Elective

• Credit : 1

Short Title : Database Concepts

Course Code : CSC-239

Department Description : Computer Science and Information Technology

Course Description :

This course will provide the student with a thorough understanding of what a database is and how it is used. Emphasis will be placed on the relationship and use of a database for the effective storage and retrieval of user data. The use of structured query language (SQL) will be presented. Hands-on laboratory experience will provide the student with practical applications in the use of databases.

Prerequisites :

CSC-106 or CSC-133 or CSC-161

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Web Programming

Course Code : CSC-241

Department Description : Computer Science and Information Technology

Course Description :

This course will provide students with the information necessary to develop web sites using Server-Side Technology. PHP will be used to create dynamic web pages and process form data. Students will learn how to integrate functions into their programs as well as using hashing and regular expressions to solve problems and implement algorithms. They will also use array structures to better organize and process data. Students will also work to develop web pages which access and maintain data using a database system such as MySQL.

Prerequisites :

CSC-125 and CSC-161

• Credit : 4

Short Title : UNIX and Web Server Admin

Course Code : CSC-246

Department Description : Computer Science and Information Technology

Course Description : Builds on the basic understanding of UNIX and shell programming developed in CSC 245. UNIX is the dominant operating system of Internet routers and Web servers. This course covers the essential elements of designing a client/server UNIX configuration, installing it, and keeping it running in an effective fashion. Local Area Networks (LANs), Wide Area Networks (WANs) and the TCP/IP protocol suite are a fundamental part of the UNIX client-server configuration and are fully covered. The installation of UNIX applications is also covered, with electronic mail tools and Web browsers as primary examples of these applications. The emphasis is on serving UNIX client/server needs on a global basis as occurs in a modern multinational corporation.

Prerequisites :

CSC-245

• Credit : 3
• Lecture Hours : 2
• Lab Hours : 3

Short Title : GE Humanities Elective

Course Code : HUM-EL2

Department Description : Humanities

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Technical Elective

Course Code : TEC-EL1

Department Description : Engineering Technologies

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Programming in JAVA

Course Code : CSC-211

Department Description : Computer Science and Information Technology

Course Description :

Students will learn to design, write, compile, test and execute Java programs. Students will create both stand alone and client/server applications using the Java programming language. Enhancement of website functionality and embedding Java Applets in HTML code will be taught. Platform independent graphical user interfaces will be built using Java's Abstract Windowing Toolkit (AWT).

Prerequisites :

CSC-134 or CSC-162

• Credit : 4

Short Title : Analytic Geometry and Calculus II

Course Code : MAT-132

Department Description : Mathematics

Course Description :

Topics include trigonometric and hyperbolic functions, areas, centroids, techniques of integration, parametric curves and vectors, indeterminant forms, Taylor's formula, infinite series and topics in analytic geometry. Recommended for students majoring in engineering, mathematics, computer science, social sciences and the science related areas of chemistry and physics. TI83/84 graphing calculator is required.

Prerequisites :

MAT-131 or equivalent

• Credit : 4

Short Title : Science Elective

Course Code : Science Elective

Department Description : Science Elective

Short Title : Introduction to Computer Science Using Java

Course Code : CSC-161

Department Description : Computer Science and Information Technology

Course Description :

This course presents an introduction to programming and problem solving using Java. Algorithm development and basic procedural and object-oriented problem solving techniques are introduced. Fundamental topics of computer programming including sequence, selection, repetition, input/output, methods, parameter passing, scope, lifetime, and arrays are discussed in detail. Basic concepts of object-oriented programming such as objects, classes and class methods are introduced. This course is required of all Computer Science transfer students. The course is also recommended for students in other programs seeking a rigorous introduction to computer programming.

Prerequisites :

MAT-014 or appropriate score on the College placement test

• Credit : 4

Short Title : English Composition I

Course Code : ENG-121

Department Description : English

Course Description :

Through a variety of writing projects requiring competence in clear, correct, and effective English, students will use inferential and critical skills in the process of composing documented essays. Extensive reading materials serve as structural models and as the bases for discussion and for the writing of essays involving response, analysis, and synthesis.

Prerequisites :

A passing score on the College placement test or a grade of “C” or better in ENG-010

• Credit : 3

Short Title : GE Social Science Elective

Course Code : GE SS

Department Description : GE Social Science Elective

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Microcomputer Operating Systems and Architecture

Course Code : CSC-110

Department Description : Computer Science and Information Technology

Course Description :

This course will teach students the role of microcomputer operating systems and how the operating systems interact with the computer. The course covers the structure and function of hardware including input/output devices, memory, central processing unit, storage devices, communications devices and buses. The commonly used microcomputer operating systems Windows and DOS will be discussed and emphasized with hands-on exercises covering topics including: disk maintenance, directory and file management, batch files, interaction of graphical user interface and utilities. Configuration and optimization of standard hardware and system software will also be discussed. Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be prepared to take the associated A+ test.

Prerequisites :

CSC-105 or CSC-106

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Object-Oriented Programming Using Java

Course Code : CSC-162

Department Description : Computer Science and Information Technology

Course Description :

This course builds on the Java foundation developed in CSC 161 and is the second core course required for students in the Computer Science Transfer program. It investigates the software engineering principles of encapsulation, information hiding and code reuse, and discusses how these concepts are used to build abstract data types. The object oriented programming features of classes, inheritance, polymorphism and composition are studied, along with constructors and method overloading. Students implement Java programs incorporating features from the Java programming language.

Prerequisites :

CSC-161 and MAT-129 or MAT-129A

• Credit : 4

Short Title : Visual BASIC Programming

Course Code : CSC-208

Department Description : Computer Science and Information Technology

Course Description :

This course studies the Visual BASIC programming language, presenting top-down structured programming, visual interface design and implementation, functions, procedures, arrays, data file access methods, graphics programming and database access programming. Hands-on experience with event-driven programming for an interactive Graphical User Interface under Windows will be introduced. The creation and customizing of forms, controls (menu bars, scrolling list boxes, buttons, arrays of controls), their properties and their underlying BASIC programs (methods) will be studied. Error-handling routines and advanced debugging techniques will be used to produce reliable programs.

Prerequisites :

CSC-106 or CSC-133 or CSC-161

• Credit : 4

Short Title : English Composition II

Course Code : ENG-122

Department Description : English

Course Description :

Through a variety of writing projects requiring competence in clear, correct, and effective English, students will use inferential and critical skills in the process of composing argument synthesis essays. Students will engage in formal written argumentation based on extensive reading and analysis of complex texts. Through the research process, students will locate, analyze, and synthesize scholarly sources to advance their own informed positions on relevant issues in the composition of a formal research paper.

Prerequisites :

A grade of “C” or better in ENG-121

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Telecommunications and Networks

Course Code : CSC-200

Department Description : Computer Science and Information Technology

Course Description :

This course will provide the student with a thorough understanding of the basic concepts of data communications, networking and connectivity. This includes the topics covered in the Novell Networking Technologies course and the topics covered in the Microsoft Networking Essentials course. Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be prepared to take the associated A+ certification test.

Prerequisites :

CSC-106

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Data Structures in Java

Course Code : CSC-236

Department Description : Computer Science and Information Technology

Course Description :

This course teaches different techniques of storing, accessing and processing data as utilized in the development of programs and algorithms. Topics include linked lists, stacks, queues, trees, recursion and graphs. Algorithms for applications such as sorting, searching and merging will be analyzed and implemented. Solutions are designed using object-oriented techniques and implemented in the Java programming language. This course is the third course in the Java programming sequence and is a required course for students in the Computer Science Transfer Option.

Prerequisites :

CSC-162 and MAT-129 or MAT-129B or written permission of the department chairperson

• Credit : 4

Short Title : UNIX and Shell Programming

Course Code : CSC-245

Department Description : Computer Science and Information Technology

Course Description :

This course introduces the basic concepts of the UNIX operating system including the UNIX file system, shell programming and process management. Features of the UNIX shell are explored, including: input and output redirection, pipes, variable and filename substitution, and shell and environmental variables. Regular expressions are covered. Students learn a POSIX compliant shell and develop the ability to use shell utilities and editors and create shell programs of moderate difficulty.

Prerequisites :

CSC-133 or CSC-161

• Credit : 4

Short Title : Physical/Health Education Elective

Course Code : Physical/Health Education Elective

Department Description : Health, Physical Education, Recreation & Dance

Course Description :

Physical/Health Education Elective

• Credit : 1

Short Title : Database Concepts

Course Code : CSC-239

Department Description : Computer Science and Information Technology

Course Description :

This course will provide the student with a thorough understanding of what a database is and how it is used. Emphasis will be placed on the relationship and use of a database for the effective storage and retrieval of user data. The use of structured query language (SQL) will be presented. Hands-on laboratory experience will provide the student with practical applications in the use of databases.

Prerequisites :

CSC-106 or CSC-133 or CSC-161

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Web Programming

Course Code : CSC-241

Department Description : Computer Science and Information Technology

Course Description :

This course will provide students with the information necessary to develop web sites using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, CGI and Perl. Client side processing in JavaScript and server side processing in Perl and CGI will be used in hands-on projects to create dynamic web pages and process form data. Students will also develop web pages with links, images, tables, forms and stylesheets.

Prerequisites :

CSC-134 or CSC-162

• Credit : 4

Short Title : UNIX and Web Server Admin

Course Code : CSC-246

Department Description : Computer Science and Information Technology

Course Description :

Builds on the basic understanding of UNIX and shell programming developed in CSC 245. UNIX is the dominant operating system of Internet routers and Web servers. This course covers the essential elements of designing a client/server UNIX configuration, installing it, and keeping it running in an effective fashion. Local Area Networks (LANs), Wide Area Networks (WANs) and the TCP/IP protocol suite are a fundamental part of the UNIX client-server configuration and are fully covered. The installation of UNIX applications is also covered, with electronic mail tools and Web browsers as primary examples of these applications. The emphasis is on serving UNIX client/server needs on a global basis as occurs in a modern multinational corporation.

Prerequisites :

CSC-245

• Credit : 3

Short Title : GE Humanities Elective

Course Code : HUM-EL2

Department Description : Humanities

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Technical Elective

Course Code : TEC-EL1

Department Description : Engineering Technologies

• Credit : 3

Short Title : Programming in JAVA

Course Code : CSC-211

Department Description : Computer Science and Information Technology

Course Description :

Students will learn to design, write, compile, test and execute Java programs. Students will create both stand alone and client/server applications using the Java programming language. Enhancement of website functionality and embedding Java Applets in HTML code will be taught. Platform independent graphical user interfaces will be built using Java's Abstract Windowing Toolkit (AWT).

Prerequisites :

CSC-134 or CSC-162

• Credit : 4