77 I CS SI1410. Object-Oriented Programming (4) F, S An introduction to the C++ language. Topics will include data types, control structures, functions, pointers, arrays, I/O streams, classes, objects, encapsulation, overloading, inheritance and use of these concepts in problem solving. Prerequisite: CS SI 1400. Recommended: MATH QL1080. CS 2140. Computer Systems Administration (4) An introduction to managing computer operating systems. Covers installation of the operating system, network, and application software. The course will cover the UNIX operating system. Topics include working with disk drives, allocation of resources, security, administering user accounts, monitoring system performance, tuning concepts, remote mounting of file systems, and setting up systems on networks. Prerequisite: CS SI 1400. CS 2250. Structured Computing in a Selected Language (4) Introduction to structured problem solving using objects, data enumeration and encapsulation in a selected language. The language for a particular instance of this course will be based upon demand. Prerequisite: Basic skills in fundamental Algebra. This course is for Computer and Electronics Engineering Technology students only. CS 2350. World Wide Web and the Internet (4) F, S An examination of the issues, operation and design of World Wide Web and Internet applications. Topics include client and server side systems and programming such as HTML, DHTML, XML, Javascript, VBScript, ASP, CGI/Perl; server side file access; technologies such as Dreamweaver, Cold Fusion, and Flash; Web page usability, browser and systems compatibility issues; and an understanding of e-commerce. Prerequisite: CS SI1400. Co-requisite: CS 2550. CS SI2420. Introduction to Data Structures and Algorithms (4) F, S General principles of common data structures and design of efficient algorithms. Topics include: arrays, linked-lists, stacks, queues, trees, graphs, tables, storage and retrieval structures, searching, sorting, hashing, and algorithmic analysis. Emphasis will be on abstraction, efficiency, re-usable code, and object-oriented implementation. Prerequisites: CS SI1410 and MATH QL1080 or MATH QL1050/1060. CS SI2450. Object Oriented Analysis and Design (4) F, S An Object Oriented Analysis and Design course which provides practical guidance on the construction of object-oriented systems. Its specific goals are: to provide a sound understanding of the fundamental concepts of the Software and Project Development Life- Cycle for the object model; to facilitate a mastery of the notion and process of object oriented analysis and design, and to teach quality design and development style through applications of object-oriented project development within a variety of problem domains. In depth coverage of UML and current Software Engineering models. Prerequisites: CS SI1410. CS 2550. Database Design and Application Development (4) F, S An introduction to database concepts, design and application development. The course will cover the SQL language, the design of a database using an entity-relation design tool, and the creation of applications using a development tool such as PowerBuilder. Topics will include normalization rules, triggers, stored procedures, and rules. Extensive time will be spent in the lab learning to use the tool and develop applications. Prerequisite: CS 1030. Recommended prerequisite/co-requisite: MATH 1630. CS SI2650. Computer Architecture/Organization (4) F, S A fundamental course designed to explore the specific physical and functional characteristics of computer systems. Topics will include the architecture of the PC including BIOS, interrupts, addressing, memory management, types of disk drives (such as SCSI and EIDE), types of buses, video cards, modems, network cards, hardware compatibility issues, number representations, and/or gates and basic digital circuit concepts. The course also introduces assembly language skills in popular 16 and 32 bit microprocessors. Prerequisite: CS SI1400. CS 2705. Network Fundamentals and Design (4) F, S A comprehensive examination of the hardware and software components of a network and the practical techniques for designing and implementing computer systems in a network. Topics will include the purpose and use of various LAN, MAN, WAN configurations (Ethernet, rings HDLC, SMDS, ATM, Frame Relay, ISDN, xDSL, TCP/IP UDP/ IP, x.25, PPP, Sonet and new protocols. Media type and structures (repeaters, bridges, switches, hubs, routers with routing algorithms, and gateways), signaling/data encoding, multiplexing, error detection/ correction and flow control, packet formats, network classes, and subnetting. Prerequisite: CS 1030. CS 2780. Windows Application Programming (4) This course provides participants with a working knowledge of the Windows Operating System. The students will develop applications to run under Windows, using the C/C++ languages. Concepts of Memory Management, DLLs, Resources, and Child Window development will be emphasized. The course also introduces the student to the use of OLE controls and MFC architecture. Prerequisites: CS SI1410 and basic algebra skills. CS 2800. Individual Projects & Research (1-4) Su, F, S Special independent projects or research as contracted with instructor. Enrollment by permission only. This course may be taken up to three times for a maximum of 6 credit hours. Prerequisite: CS SI1410. CS 2890. Cooperative Work Experience (1-4) Su, F, S Open to students meeting criteria established from time to time by the department and on file either in the department or the Cooperative Education Office. Provides academic credit for on-the- job experience. Grade and amount of credit will be determined by the department. This course can be taken up to three times for a maximum of 6 credit hours. Prerequisite: CS SI1410. CS 2920. Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes and Special Programs (1-4) Consult the semester class schedule for the current offering under this number. The specific title and credit authorized will appear on the student transcript. CS 3030. Scripting Languages (4) F, S This course addresses the design of scripting languages and their applications. Scripting languages can be used to manipulate text and data using subtle and complex coding to automate many tasks. Students will leam to write simple scripts to automate system administration tasks using appropriate languages. This course explores the nature of scripting, the role of scripting languages, introduces some of the popular scripting languages and their applications, and provides skills in scripting language design. Prerequisites CS SI1400 and CS 2705. CS 3040. Windows/Unix/Linux Infrastructure and Administration (4) F, S This is the second course for understanding Windows operating systems and the first in the Unix/Linux operating system. It includes administration in a client/server directory services environment. Taught in a networking setting, it builds upon complex issues learned in previous courses. Provides the knowledge and skills necessary to install, configure, network and administer both operating systems. Prerequisite: CS 2705. 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