Distributive Technology Interior Design General Information 370. Computer Network Operation (4) An examination of local and wide area networking hardware and software design and implementation. The course also covers the integration of operating systems with networks and the emerging use of knowledge based expert systems in network operation. Prerequisites: Comsci PD101 or CIS PD 170, Math 107, Bused 354, and Comsci 270 or 240, or consent of the instructor. 371. Distributed Processing and Network Design (4) A comprehensive examination of distributed processing hardware and software and the practical techniques for designing and implementing multiple computer systems in a network. Prerequisite: Comsci 215. 372. Local Area Networks (4) A practical applications course designed to teach the basic concepts associated with Local Area Networks and how they are integrated into an Automated Office or Shared Network environment. The course provides both hands-on and theoretical experiences needed to design, configure and implement a local network. Prerequisite: Comsci 371. 380. Advanced Systems Programming Concepts (4) Advanced concepts and techniques of systems programming, Prerequisites: Comsci 216 or Comsci 280. 400. Introduction to Real Time Systems (4) An introduction to the terminology and theory of real-time operating systems. Topics will cover operating system software and hardware components and system architecture options. Provides a knowledge of how to integrate these components to provide solutions to applications with real-time critical constraints. Prerequisites: Comsci 216 and (Comsci 250 or Comsci 270). 401. Applications of Real-Time Systems (4) The second course in the real-time sequence dealing with real-time operating system software, hardware components and system architecture options. Hands-on experience will be directed at learning the real-time operating system internals and developing the drivers necessary to communicate with real-time devices. Prerequisite: Comsci 400. 410. Microcomputer Systems (4) Comparisons of hardware, software, operating systems, and the interfacing of devices to microcomputers including some popular personal computers. Three lectures, 1 lab. Prerequisite: Comsci 215. 420. Advanced Structured Problem Solving (4) Develop and expand abilities in solving lengthy, advanced problems using a high-level structured language. Prerequisites: Comsci 270 and Comsci 302. 430. Advanced Problem Solving Using FORTRAN (4) Develop solutions to complex, advanced problems using sophisticated input/output, logic, and techniques in FORTRAN. Prerequisites: Comsci 260 and Comsci 302. 440. Modeling and Simulation Methods (4) Methods of computer simulation by general mathematical models, linear approximation, stochastic event generation, and time-step integration; testing, tuning and validation of models. Prerequisites: Comsci 260 and Math 212. 450. Artificial Intelligence with Expert Systems (4) The first in a two sequence course which provides a comprehensive introduction to the key practical principles, techniques and tools being used to implement knowledge based systems. This course covers basic artificial intelligence principles applied to expert systems and introduces the student to the artificial intelligence languages. Prerequisites: Comsci PD101 and upper division standing. 451. Applications of Expert Systems (4) The second in a two sequence course on artificial intelligence and knowledge based on systems. This course provides hands-on experience in programming, designing and implementing expert systems. Prerequisite: Comsci 450. 470. Software Engineering (4) A description and assessment of current software engineering techniques including various types of analysis, design, implementation approaches, coding, module testing principles, quality assurance and documentation guidelines. Prerequisites: One advanced programming language, Comsci 302, and Comsci 310 or CIS 374. 480. Individual Projects and Research (2-5) The purpose of this course is to permit senior Computer Science majors to propose to the faculty for approval an individual project, program, system or research. 489. Cooperative Work Experience (1-5) 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. 499. Seminar in Computer Science (1) Seminar treatment of current Computer Science topics for upper division students. DEPARTMENT OF DISTRIBUTIVE TECHNOLOGY Chair: John A. Burkes Location : Engineering Technology Building, Room 110 Telephone Contact: Joetta Hadley 626-6913 Professor: C. Daniel Litchford; Associate Professors: John A. Burkes, Carl L. Grunander, Steven H. Eichmeier, Lloyd A. On, Jan Slabaugh; Assistant Professor: Desiree Cooper. The Department of Distributive Technology offers an associate of applied science degree in the areas of Fashion Merchandising, Interior Design Technology, Sales & Retailing, Transportation Management, and General Warehousing and a bachelor of science degree in Technical Sales. Objectives 1. To provide vocational and technical training in the career areas of distributive technology. 2. To provide practical application of skills for students already employed in distributive technology careers and 222 for students working toward employment in distributive technology careers. 3. To help students understand the true essence of distributive technology careers through career exploration and cooperative work experience. 4. To develop the qualities of entrepreneurship. 5. To help prepare students for entrance and successful employment in entry-level and first line supervisory positions in the areas of fashion merchandising, interior design technology, sales, retailing, transportation, and general warehousing. 6. Prepare students to serve as agents or representatives and sell products/services to other businesses, plants, professionals, public and private institutions. Education The program outlines included in the following program descriptions are designed to build job skills in an orderly manner so that completion of each quarter and year prepares individuals for successively higher employment levels in the occupational field. PROGRAM: DISTRIBUTIVE TECHNOLOG Y MINOR General Requirements: • Grade of C or better in the approved Distributive Technology courses. Specific Requirements: • A minimum of 22 credit hours of approved Distributive Technology courses. • Distributive Technology courses required: Disttc 114 (4), 116 (4), 120 (4), 130 (5), 250 (5). Course options are available for substitution or addition to the recommended courses should the student feel a need for a more specific or concentrated minor emphasis. FASHION MERCHANDISING The Fashion Merchandising Program is designed to prepare men and women for employment in the merchandising and management of apparel and accessories. Occupational opportunities include retail and wholesale sales, fashion coordination, apparel and accessories store manager, buyer and display worker. Students may supplement their course work with cooperative work experience in a fashion business. PROGRAM: FASHION MERCHANDISING ASSOCIA TE OF APPLIED SCIENCE DEGREE General Requirements: • A minimum of 93 credit hours. • Engl 101 (3); Commun HU102 (3) or HU105 (3). • At least 20 hours from the General Education courses listed in the catalog, including at least one course in each of the four areas, Humanities (Art 105 required in HU area). Natural Science, Social Science, and Personal Development. • An overall GPA of 2.00 or C. • Math Competency requirements of the College (see index). Specific Requirements: • Distributive Technology courses required (48 credit hours): Disttc 114 (4), 115 (5), 116 (4), 120 (4), 130 (5), 140 (3), 150 (5), 189 (1-9), 210 (3), 235 (4), 238 (4), 244 (5), 250 (5), 260 (3-6). • Students must also take one of the following three courses: Bused PD101 (3); CIS PD170 (4); or Comsci PD101 (4). • The following optional courses may be substituted for required courses by obtaining approval from the department chair: Disttc 160 (3), 180 (2), 214 (4), 218 (3), 220 (4), 256 (5), 286 (4), 289 (1-9); Comsci PD 101 (4). INTERIOR DESIGN TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM Interior Design Technology is a two-year program within the Department of Distributive Technology. The program is designed to prepare students for employment as assistant designers. Occupational opportunities include: assistant to a professional designer, working in a retail establishment with an ulterior design department, retail and wholesale sales in the areas of interior materials and furnishings, or becoming a space planner for contract or office design, acting as a manufacturer's representative. PROGRAM: INTERIOR DESIGN TECHNOLOGY-ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE General Requirements: • A minimum of 93 credit hours. • Engl 101 (3), and Commun HU102 (3) or HU105 (3); Art HU105 (3), Art HU203 (3), plus 14 credit hours from General Education courses listed in the catalog, including at least one course in each of three areas: Natural Science NS, Social Science SS, and Personal Development PD. • An overall GPA of 2.00 or C. • Math Competency requirements of the College (see index). Specific Requirements: • Interior Design Technology courses required (23 credit hours): Indsgn 105 (4), 120 (4), 121 (3), 321 (3), 325 (3), 326 (3), 425 (3). 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