Department of Computing and Technology
The Department of Computing and Technology provides Associate in Applied Science degrees in Computer Aided Design Drafting, Computer Information Systems, Electronic Engineering Technology, Information Technology, and Applied Technology. Bachelor of Science Degrees are offered with studies in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Electronic Engineering Technology, Engineering Design Technology, Information Technology, and Technology. Preprofessional course offerings are provided for students who want to transfer to architecture and aerospace, civil, electrical, or mechanical engineering programs.
Students who have completed an Associate in Applied Science Degree from any regionally accredited college or university may use the technical specialty portion of that degree toward the MAJOR-MINOR requirement for the B.S. degree in Technology at Cameron.
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE PROGRAMS
Baccalaureate degree programs are designed to provide students with advanced theoretical and/or technical expertise, prepare students for supervisory or managerial positions, and prepare students to be successful in graduate school. Program requirements are flexible to allow students to select courses to meet individual goals or respond to employment trends in emerging technology areas.
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE
MAJOR IN COMPUTER SCIENCE (415) Computer science is the study of computer technology, including hardware and software. It includes the systematic study of computing systems and computation. The body of knowledge resulting from this discipline contains theories for understanding computing systems and methods; design methodology, algorithms, and tools; methods for the testing of concepts; methods of analysis and verification; and knowledge representation and implementation. A student graduating with this degree can easily move into industry or pursue graduate studies. I. GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENT . . . . . 50 hours General Education Requirements II. MAJOR . . . . . . . . . . . .Minimum of 40 hours Required Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 hours
CS 1301, CS 1313, CS 1501, CS 1513, CS 1523, CS 2401, CS 2413, CS 2513, CS 3013, CS 3513, CS 3713, CS 3813, CS 4203
Seminars . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 hours
CS 2001-3*, CS 3001-3, CS 3100, CS 4001-3, CS 3183
*No more than 2 hours at the 2000 level.
Electives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 hours
CS 3343, CS 3443, CS 3573, CS 4013, CS 4223 III. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS. All computer science majors must complete the four courses listed below. Some students may also need to take some or all of the courses MATH 0013, Pre-Algebra, MATH 0103, Beginning Algebra, MATH 0213 Intermediate Algebra, MATH 1513 College Algebra, MATH 1613 Plane Trigonometry or MATH 1715 College Algebra and Trigonometry as prerequisites. MATH 2215, MATH 2235, MATH 4433, STAT 3013 IV. MINOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19-21 hours V. ELECTIVES TO COMPLETE 128 HOURS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE
COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS (411)
The Computer Information Systems program builds on knowledge learned in the associate degree program and provides new areas of study. Upper level courses in computer graphics, computer center management, and advanced systems and programming, along with additional studies from business areas, enable students to develop the skills necessary to consider supervisory and management career paths in the computer information industry.
I. GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENT . . . . . 50 hours
General Education Requirements
II. MAJOR-MINOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 hours
Technical Specialty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28-34 hours
CIS 1013, CIS 1063, CIS 2013, CIS 2023, CIS 2033, CIS 2063,
CIS 3043, CIS 3083, CIS 4063, CIS 3023 or CIS 3093 or CIS 3183;
Computer Elective.
Support Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 hours
BUS 1113 or ACCT 2013; EET 1063 or TECH 4023.
Core Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 hours
TECH 3013 (Required), Select 9 hours from: TECH 3033, TECH 4003,
TECH 4023, TECH 4033, TECH 4143, TECH 4153.
Upper Division Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 hours
Selected to complement the student's goals and objectives and approved
by the Department of Computing and Technology.
III. ELECTIVES TO COMPLETE 128 HOURS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION.
Please note: Student must complete a minimum of 40 semester hours of upper division courses.
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE
MAJOR IN ELECTRONIC ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY (413)The Bachelor of Science in Electronic Engineering Technology builds beyond the AAS curriculum and includes advanced electronics equipment and systems applications as used in industrial controls, computers, and telecommunications. Supervision and management focused courses prepare the graduate for advanced career opportunities as a technologist. I. GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENT . . . . . 50 hours General Education Requirements II. MAJOR-MINOR . . . . . . . . . . 72-75 hours Technical Specialty Core Classes . . . . . . . . . . 39 hours
EET 1013, EET 1023, EET 1053, EET 2013, EET 2023, EET 2133, EET 2193, EET 2243, EET 2263, EET 3333, EET 3473, EET 4813, and one of EET 3133, EET 4343 or EET 4233
Technology Core Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 hours
TECH 3013 (Required), Select 9 hours from: TECH 3033, TECH 4003, TECH 4023, TECH 4033, TECH 4143, TECH 4153, TECH 4491-3
Upper Division Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 hours
BUS 3213, COMM 3383, MGMT 3013
Additional advisor approved upper division courses selected to compliment the student's goals and objectives.
Required Support Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-15 hours
MATH 1613, MATH 2713 or MATH 2215, CAD 1013 or PHYS 1004, CIS 2013 or CIS 2023
Technology approved support courses selected to compliment the student's goals and objectives. III. ELECTIVES TO COMPLETE 128 HOURS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION. Please note: Student must complete a minimum of 40 semester hours of upper division courses.
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE
MAJOR IN ENGINEERING DESIGN TECHNOLOGY (412)Students in the Engineering Design program study advanced topics in mechanical design and GIS-Mapping design. Computer assisted engineering projects which enhance the student's analytical and design skills are included in the advanced courses. Students from this program have been placed in engineering level jobs and have been able to progress to supervisory or management levels. I. GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENT . . . . . 50 hours General Education Requirements II. MAJOR-MINOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67-70 Hours Technical Specialty Core Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 hours
CAD 1013, CAD 1023, CAD 1073, CAD 2073, CAD 2063, EDT 2103, EDT 3103, EDT 4043, EET 1013, EDT 2053
Technology Core Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 hours
From TECH 3013, TECH 3033 or TECH 4003, TECH 4023, TECH 4033, TECH 4143, TECH 4153
Required Support Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-13 hours
MATH 1613, MATH 2713 or MATH 2215, PHYS 1115 or PHYS 1004
Specialty Area (CHOOSE ONE). . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 hours
Mechanical Area. . . . . . . . . . . 15 hours
CAD 2093, EDT 2173, EDT 3033, EDT 4013, EDT 4033
GIS/Mapping Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 hours
CAD 2123, CAD 2023, EDT 3013, EDT 4013, EDT 4023 III. ELECTIVES TO COMPLETE 128 HOURS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION. Please Note: Student must complete a minimum of 40 semester hours of upper division courses.
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE
MAJOR IN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (414)
The Information Techn ology Bachelors Degree program builds upon knowledge gained in the Associates in Applied Science in Information Technology and it provides new areas of study. Options are available in Computer Information Systems, Management Information Systems, and Information Assurance/Security. Important student outcomes for this program include significant communication and business skills required for success in industry careers.
I. GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENT . . . 50 hours
General Education Requirements
II. MAJOR-MINOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63-64 hours
Core Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 hours
EET 1063, CIS 1013, CIS 2033, IAS 2233, IT 1213, IT 1413, IT 2063
IT 2413, CIS 3083, IT 3603, IT 4342, IT 4444, STAT 3013, and
TECH 3013
Option . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15-16 hours
Choose one of the following three options:
Computer Information Systems Option (16 hours)
CIS 2043, CIS 3043, CIS 3064, CIS 3183, CIS 4063
Management Information Systems Option (15 hours)
MIS 2113, MIS 3033, MIS 3083, MIS 4033, MIS 4533
Information Assurance/Security (15 hours)
IAS 2013, IAS 3063, IAS 3233, IAS 3263, IAS 4063
Guided Electives .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 hours
Choose 6 hours from the following:
TECH 3003, TECH 3033, TECH 4003-6, TECH 4023, TECH 4033, TECH 4143, MGMT 4443, TECH 4491-3
III. GENERAL ELECTIVES............. 13-14 hours
General Electives to complete 127 hours required for graduation.
TOTAL HOURS . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . 127 hours
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE
MAJOR IN TECHNOLOGY (410)The Bachelor of Science in Technology program provides an opportunity for AAS-level technicians from diverse backgrounds to become technologists, supervisors or managers of technicians. I. GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENT . . . . . 50 hours General Education Requirements II. MAJOR-MINOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 hours Core Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 hours
TECH 3013 (Required), Select 9 hours from: TECH 3003, TECH 4003, TECH 4023, TECH 4033, TECH 4143, TECH 4153
Technical Specialty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 hours
Approved by Department of Computing and Technology
Upper Division Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 hours
Selected to complement the student's goals and objectives and approved by the Department of Computing and Technology. III. ELECTIVES TO COMPLETE 128 HOURS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION. Please Note: Student must complete a minimum of 40 semester hours of upper division courses.
ASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCE DEGREE
Associate Degree programs in Applied Science are designed to prepare students for employment requiring expertise in a technical specialty. Graduates of these programs have been successful in obtaining employment in a variety of positions in business, industry and government. Students who successfully complete academic programs at an Oklahoma Department of Career and Technology Education center, which have been approved through a Cooperative Agreement between a Technology Center and Cameron University, or an Alliance Agreement, may be admitted to the Applied Technology program.
ASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCE DEGREE
COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS (520)
The Computer Information Systems Technology program is a business track computer programming and systems analysis curriculum. COBOL is the primary computer language used to develop the student's business programming expertise. Classes in systems analysis, telecommunications, database management, and advanced programming concepts prepare students for industrial employment. Students are typically able to start as entry level computer programmers with this degree.
I. GENERAL EDUCATION . . . . . . 18 hours
Required Courses . . . . . . . . . . . 9 hours
ENGL 1113, PS 1113 (6 hours); HIST 1483 or HIST 1493 (3 hours)
Selected Electives . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 hours
Behavioral Science or Economics (3 hours); ENGL 1213 or
COMM 1113 (3 hours); Humanities (3 hours)
II. MAJOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 hours
A. TECHNICAL SPECIALTY
Required Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 hours
CIS 1013, CIS 1063, CIS 2013, CIS 2023, CIS 2033, CIS 2063,
CIS 3043, CIS 3083
Computer Electives . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 hours
CIS 1023, CIS 2003, CAD 1013
(Other courses approved by Department of Computing and Technology advisor.)
B. TECHNICAL-OCCUPATIONAL SUPPORT COURSES . . . . . . . . 9 hours
TCE 1063 (Required), BUS 1113 or ACCT 2013, MATH 1513 or
MATH 1813
C. TECHNICAL-OCCUPATIONAL RELATED COURSES . . . . . . . . . 6 hours
(Approved by Department of Computing and Technology Advisor)
TOTAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 hours
ASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCE DEGREE
MAJOR IN COMPUTER AIDED DESIGN DRAFTING (530) Computer aided design and drafting courses prepare students for current industrial needs. The curriculum is certified by the American Design Drafting Association at the design drafter level. The design courses provide expertise in engineering methods and design decision processes. I. GENERAL EDUCATION . . . . . 18 hours Required Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 hours
ENGL 1113, PS 1113 (6 hours); HIST 1483 or HIST 1493 (3 hours)
Selected Electives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 hours
Behavioral Science or Economics (3 hours); ENGL 1213 or COMM 1113 (3 hours); Humanities (3 hours) II. MAJOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43-44 hours - TECHNICAL CORE COURSES
Computer Aided Drafting Courses . . . . . . . . . . . 15 hours
CAD 1013, CAD 1023, CAD 1073, CAD 2063, CAD 2073
Design and Support Courses . . . . . . . . 9 hours
EDT 2053, EDT 2103, EET 1013
- TECHNICAL-OCCUPATIONAL SUPPORT COURSES . . . 10-11 hours MATH 1513, MATH 1613, PHYS 1115 or PHYS 1004
- SPECIALTY AREA (CHOOSE ONE) . . . . . . . 9 hours
- Mechanical Specialty. . . . . . . . . 9 hours
CAD 2093, EDT 2173, CAD 2603
- GIS/Mapping Specialty . . . . . . . . 9 hours
CAD 2023, CAD 2123, CAD 2603
TOTAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61-62 hours
ASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCE DEGREE
MAJOR IN APPLIED TECHNOLOGY (595)This degree is structured to enable a student to incorporate credit for technology skills acquired from military experience and courses at a technology and career center or similar provider of technology training. Students may be required to complete up to 12 semester hours of Cameron University courses before credit for technology component can be placed on the transcript. Active duty miliary personnel are exempt from that requirement. I. GENERAL EDUCATION . . . . . . . . . . 18 hours Communications. . . . . . . 6 hours
ENGL 1113 (Required) and ENGL 1213 or COMM 1113
U.S. History. . . . . . . . . . . 3 hours
HIST 1483 or HIST 1493
U.S. Government . . . . . . . 3 hours
PS 1113
Mathematics. . . . . . . . . . . 3 hours
MATH 1513 or any mathematics course numbered above 1513 and approved for general education
General Education Elective . . . . . 3 hours
Course selected from approved general education courses in humanities, communications, English, behavioral science or economics II. SUPPORT AND RELATED COURSES . . . . . . . 12 hours Courses selected from general education courses in mathematics, physical science or biology or from technology, electronics, or telecommunications electronics III. TECHNICAL-OCCUPATIONAL SPECIALTY . . . . . . . . 30 hoursIV. TOTAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 hours
ASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCE DEGREE
MAJOR IN ELECTRONIC ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY (540)Electronic Engineering Technology concepts and applications with emphasis in developing circuitry and test equipment expertise. Electronic Engineering Technology graduates are entry level electronics applications specialists. Typical career paths include computers, telecommunications, electronic controls, manufacturing, and research and development. I. GENERAL EDUCATION . . . . . . . . . .18 hours Required Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 hours
ENGL 1113, PS 1113 (6 hours); HIST 1483 or HIST 1493 (3 hours)
Selected Electives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 hours
Behavioral Science or Economics (3 hours); ENGL 1213 or COMM 1113 (3 hours); Humanities (3 hours) II. MAJOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43 hours - TECHNICAL SPECIALTY
Electronics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 hours
EET 1013, EET 1023, EET 1053, EET 2013, EET 2023, EET 2133, EET 2193, EET 2243, EET 2263
- TECHNICAL-OCCUPATIONAL SUPPORT COURSES . . . . . . . . 10 Hours
CAD 1013, CIS 2013 or CIS 2023, PHYS 1004
- TECHNICAL-OCCUPATIONAL RELATED COURSE WORK . . . . 6 hours
MATH 1513, MATH 1613
(NOTE: MATH 1715 plus 1 hour elective will satisfy this requirement)
TOTAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 hours
ASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCE DEGREE
MAJOR IN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (514)
The Information Technology program is designed to prepare for employment requiring expertise as an information technology specialist. Graduates of this program will be successful in obtaining employment in a variety of positions in business, industry and government..
I. GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENT . . . . . . 18 hours
Required Courses . . . . . . . . . . . 12 hours
ENGL 1113, ENGL 1213, PS 1113, HIST 1483 or HIST 1493
Selected Electives . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 hours
Behavioral Science or Economics (3 hours)
Humanities (3 hours)
II. MAJOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 hours
Technical Specialty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 hours
IT 1213, IT 1413, CIS 2033, IT 2063, IAS 2233, IT 2413,
CIS 1013, EET 1063
Option Specialty Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 hours
Courses selected from CIS, MIS, or IAS
Specialty (Advisor Approved)
Technical-Occupational Support Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 hours
BUS 1113, MATH 1513 or MATH 1813
Technical-Occupational Related Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 hours
COMM 1113 and one additional course selected to complement
the student’s goals and objectives (Advisor Approved)
TOTAL HOURS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 hours
PRE-PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS
ARCHITECTURE AND ENGINEERING
This is a 2-year program suggested by the Department of Computing and Technology. It is the responsibility of the STUDENT to contact the college of Engineering at the transfer institution before beginning the second semester at Cameron University. Cameron University cannot guarantee Engineering requirements at the transfer institution.
TECHNOLOGY
CAD 1013
COMMUNICATIONS
ENGL 1113, ENGL 1213, COMM 1113
MATHEMATICS
*MATH 1513, *MATH 1613, MATH 2215, MATH 2235, MATH 2244, MATH 3253
* These lower Mathematics courses may not count toward an Engineering or Architecture degree.
SCIENCE
CHEM 1364, CHEM 1361, CHEM 1474, CHEM 1471, PHYS 2015, PHYS 2025
GENERAL EDUCATION
PSY 1113, HIST 1483 or 1493, PS 1113, HUM 2113 or 2223
COMPUTER AIDED DRAFTING COURSES (CAD)
1013* COMPUTER AIDED DRAFTING, 3 hours credit
The use of computer systems to produce drawings in compliance with industrial standards. Emphasis on computer terminology, drafting practices, procedures, and techniques. Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 2 hours.
1023 DESCRIPTIVE GEOMETRY, 3 hours credit
Two dimensional and three dimensional solutions to problems involving points, lines, planes, contoured surfaces and developments. Problems are solved using 2D orthographic projection and 3D solids modeling computer graphics. Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 2 hours. Prerequisite: CAD 1013 or equivalent.
1043 RESIDENTIAL ARCHITECTURE, 3 hours credit
The use of computer aided drafting systems to produce residential structure drawings in compliance with industrial standards. Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 2 hours.
1073 DESIGNING FOR PRODUCTIVITY, 3 hours credit
Development of working drawings emphasizing the relationship between machine tool operation and product design. An introduction to numerical control, shop practices, foundry procedures, and tool design. Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 2 hours. Prerequisite: CAD 1013 or equivalent.
2023 DATA ACQUISITION AND ANALYSIS IN GIS, 3 hours credit
The topics covered in this course include GPS method of collecting data, refinement, storage and integration with GIS software. Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 2 hours.
2063 INTRODUCTION TO GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS AND GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEMS, 3 hours credit
An introduction to the field of geographic information systems (GIS) and global positioning systems (GPS). The topics covered include the fundamentals of GIS, its capabilities and applications along with GPS theory and how data is collected, integrated using the GPS receiver. Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 2 hours.
2073 SOLIDS MODELING, 3 hours credit
A study of three dimensional drawing techniques on CAD systems and production of data structures used for Computer Aided Manufacturing. Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 2 hours. Prerequisite: CAD 1023.
2093 ADVANCED SOLIDS MODELING, 3 hours credit
Designing with 3D solid models. Topics covered will include solving design problems with solid models, using solid models in technical illustrations, performing engineering analysis using solid models, advanced assembly manipulation, and advanced surface creation. Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 2 hours. Prerequisite CAD 2073.
2123 SURVEYING, 3 hours credit
Introductory course in surveying and measurement oriented towards construction study will include measurement of distance and angles using levels, transit and theodolite. Topics in topographic surveying, property surveying, site layout and construction surveying will be covered. Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 2 hours. Prerequisite: MATH 1613 or concurrent enrollment.
2603 COMPUTER-AIDED DESIGN DRAFTING CAPSTONE, 3 hours credit
Capstone course which focuses on design projects developed independently and in consultation with the Instructor. Possible topics covered but not limited to: jig and fixture design, manufacturing applications, parametric modeling, mapping, GIS, and mechanical design. Prerequisite: Departmental permission.
COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS COURSES (CIS)1013* INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS, 3 hours credit
Survey of the industry; introducing automated data processing with effects on business and society; and survey of hardware and software. Lecture 3 hours. 1023* RPG PROGRAMMING, 3 hours credit
Elements of RPG II programming language applied to business applications. Lecture 3 hours. 1063* COBOL APPLICATION I, 3 hours credit
Elements of COBOL programming languages applied to business systems. Use of terminals and editor systems will be stressed in the laboratory. Lecture 2 hours/laboratory 2 hours. 2001-3 SPECIAL PROBLEMS IN COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS, 1-3 hours credit
Assigned student projects which will include topics not covered in detail in the CIS curriculum and based on study needs. Laboratory 3-9 hours. Prerequisite: Sophomore standing and departmental permission. 2013* VISUAL BASIC PROGRAMMING, 3 hours credit
Elements of VISUAL BASIC programming language. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisites: CIS 1063 or department permission. 2023 BUSINESS APPLICATIONS OF C++, 3 hours credit
Elements of the C++ programming language with emphasis on business applications. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisite: CIS 1063, or department permission. 2033 FUNDAMENTALS OF SYSTEMS ANALYSIS & DESIGN, 3 hours credit
An in-depth study of the Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC) to include study, design, development, and operation phases. A total quality management emphasis is stressed and computer-assisted systems engineering (CASE) tools are introduced. A project is required to show understanding of topics presented. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisites: CIS 1013 and CIS 1063. 2043 GRAPHIC DESIGN BASICS, 3 hours credit
Basic graphic design theory and development are studied through the use of elements of design and principles of composition as applied to information system processes. Study includes basic color theory with emphasis on using design techniques and software tools to develop graphic outputs for business. Students will develop graphic outputs such as business forms, project covers and inserts, and presentation graphics. Presentations will allow students to showcase their work and improve their presentation skills. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisite: CIS 1013. 2063 COBOL APPLICATIONS II, 3 hours credit
COBOL programming of business systems emphasizing file processing, interactive processing, terminal formats, subprograms, and software validation. lecture 3 hours. Prerequisites: CIS 1013 and CIS 1063. 3011-3 SOFTWARE APPLICATIONS (NAME OF SOFTWARE), 1-3 hours credit
A study of selected commercial software. Emphasis is on implementation, equipment requirements, integration capabilities and limitations of each software application. Course may be repeated for credit with different software packages. Prerequisites: Departmental permission. 3023 ADVANCED BUSINESS APPLICATIONS OF C++, 3 hours credit
Emphasizes classes, objects, object-oriented programming, arrays, string processing and file manipulation. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisite: CIS 2023. 3043 MANAGING THE INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY CENTER, 3 hours credit
Managing the resources of the modern information Technology Center. Topics include: Ethics, decision making control cycle, organization structure, personnel issues, ADA, policies and procedures, and Technology Center evaluation. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisite: CIS 2033. 3064 COBOL PROGRAMMING, 4 hours credit
Elements of COBOL programming language applied to business systems emphasizing file processing, control breaks, interactive processing, sub-programs, and data validation. Software quality, use of multi-dimensional tables, sorting, and interaction with databases are covered. Lecture 3 hours, laboratory 2 hours. 3083 DATABASE, 3 hours credit
Emphasis on design and use of data base systems and a comparison to sequential file structures. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisite: CIS 2063. 3093 FOURTH GENERATION LANGUAGES, 3 hours credit
An in-depth study of fourth generation computer languages (4GLs), including general application development, report generation, and query applications. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisite: CIS 3083 or department permission. 3183 STRUCTURED QUERY LANGUAGE, 3 hours credit
An in-depth study of the Structured Query Language (SQL), and relational database processing. Topics will include general application development using basic and advanced select statements. Other topics include queries involving multiple tables. Prerequisite: CIS 3083 and CIS 2023 or departmental permission. 4013 DATA WAREHOUSING, 3 hours credit
The strategies and processes for Data Warehousing of large relational databases. Topics include: understanding the role of data warehousing to businesses, understand data warehousing as a management tool, data warehousing as an emerging architecture and a data warehouse as it is designed to support the decision support system (DSS) function. Prerequisite: CIS 3183 or departmental permission. 4023 DATA MINING, 3 hours credit
The strategies and processes for Data Mining of large relational databases. The major focus of this course is data mining applications related to the corporate business world. Examples of discussion areas include banking and finance, retail, and heath care. Prerequisite: CIS 3183 or departmental permission. 4063 APPLIED PROBLEMS IN CIS, 3 hours credit
An applied problems course to integrate earlier studies in systems and programming into a viable and realistic approach to solving information system problems. Emphasis is placed on logical problem solving through critical thinking. Assignments are designed to simulate realistic information technology center activities from scheduled projects to emergency requests. Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 2 hours. Prerequisites CIS 3043, and CIS 3183.
COMPUTER SCIENCE COURSES (CS)1002 INTRODUCTION TO INTERNET, 2 hours credit
An introduction to the resources of Internet. Topics included are electronic mail, file transfers, and methods of accessing information. Does not apply toward a major or minor in Computer Science. Lecture 2 hours. Prerequisite: None. 1301* OPERATING SYSTEM UTILITIES I, 1 hour credit
The basic commands of the operating system currently in use. Lecture 1 hour. Corequisite: CS 1313. Prerequisites: None. 1313* INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER SCIENCE I, 3 hours credit
An introduction to an object oriented programming language and its use in solving simple problems. Lecture 3 hours. Corequisite: CS 1301. Prerequisites: MATH 1513, concurrent enrollment in MATH 1513 or departmental permission. 1501* OPERATING SYSTEM UTILITIES II, 1 hour credit
Continuation of CS 1301. Lecture 1 hour. Corequisite: CS 1513. Prerequisite: CS 1301. 1513* INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER SCIENCE II, 3 hours credit
A continuation of CS 1313. Lecture 3 hours. Corequisite: CS 1501. Prerequisite: CS 1313. 1523* DISCRETE MATH, 3 hours credit
Fundamental mathematical concepts and algebraic structures. Introduction to the theory of graphs and trees. Emphasis on examples and applications rather than mathematical rigor. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisites: MATH 1513 and CS 1313. 2001-3 SEMINAR IN COMPUTER SCIENCE, 1-3 hours credit
Elementary current topics that are not part of the common core. Lecture 1-3 hours. Prerequisites: Announced prerequisites. 2401 OPERATING SYSTEM UTILITIES III, 1 hour credit
Continuation of CS 1501. Lecture 1 hour. Corequisite: CS 2413. Prerequisite: CS 1501. 2413* DATA STRUCTURES, 3 hours credit
An introduction to elementary data structures (stacks, queues, linked lists and trees) and their applications. A brief survey of sorting techniques. Lecture 3 hours. Corequisite: CS 2401. Prerequisites: CS 1513 and CS 1523. 2513 COMPUTER ORGANIZATION AND ARCHITECTURE, 3 hours credit
An introduction to the computer system, central processing unit, control unit, and parallel organization. Current architectural directions will be discussed. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisites: CS 1513. 3001-3 SEMINAR IN COMPUTER SCIENCE, 1-3 hours credit
Intermediate level current topics that are not part of a common core. Lecture 1-3 hours. Prerequisites: Announced prerequisites. 3013 NETWORK PROGRAMMING, 3 hours credit
Concepts of multiprocessing and interprocess communication, networking protocol architecture, construction of client/server software using low and high level system calls. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisite: CS 2513. 3100 COMPUTER SCIENCE INTERNSHIP, 1-3 hours credit
This course is designed to give students practical work experience and on-the-job training in the field of Computer Science. This course is offered on a S/U basis only. A maximum of 6 credits may be taken. In addition to the satisfactory completion of the approved internship, a minimum of 50 hours work per credit hour is required. Department permission is required to enroll in this course. Before the student can enroll in the course, he or she must ask the employer to issue a 'Letter of Appointment' to the Department Coordinator of Computer Science regarding their intent to hire the student. The letter shall describe the conditions under which the employer will hire the intern and the nature of the internship project. Upon approval by the Computer Science Coordinator, the student will be able to enroll in this course. Prerequisite: Departmental permission and completion of substantial course work in computer science. 3183 STRUCTURED QUERY LANGUAGE, 3 hours credit
An in-depth study of the Structured Query Language (SQL), and relational database processing. Topics will include general application development using basic and advanced select statements. Other topics to include queries involving multiple tables. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisites: Announced prerequisites. 3343 NUMERICAL ANALYSIS I, 3 hours credit
An introductory course in numerical analysis. Topics include: Accuracy in numerical calculations; evaluation of functions; numerical integration; solution of nonlinear equations; solution of systems of nonlinear equations and interpolation. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisites: MATH 2235 and CS 1313 or departmental permission. 3443 NUMERICAL ANALYSIS II, 3 hours credit
A continuation of CS 3343. Topics include: Additional topics in numerical integration; ordinary differential equations; interpolation and curve fitting. Optional topics may include partial differential equations. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisite: CS 3343. 3513 OPERATING SYSTEMS, 3 hours credit
Overview of hardware and software, process management, storage management, processor management, and auxiliary storage management. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisite: CS 2513. 3573 COMPUTER GRAPHICS, 3 hours credit
Computer representation, generation and display of images. Topics included are display of 2D and 3D images; color display; algorithms, and transformations for clipping, windowing, and perspective; survey of graphics display devices; and use of graphics packages. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisite: CS 2413. 3713 ALGORITHM ANALYSIS, 3 hours credit
A mathematical analysis of common algorithms: common searches and sorting, graphs, and string matching. An introduction to the notion of complexity. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisites: CS 2413 and MATH 2235. 3813 PARALLEL COMPUTING, 3 hours credit
Parallel algorithms and implementations for sorting, searching, matrix processing and other problems. Efficiency issues of parallel algorithms on different architectures. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisite: CS 2513. 4001-3 SEMINAR IN COMPUTER SCIENCE, 1-3 hours credit
Advanced level current topics that are not part of a common core. Lecture: 1-3 hours. Prerequisites: Announced prerequisites. 4013 FORMAL LANGUAGE THEORY, 3 hours credit
An introduction to grammars, finite state machines, push down automata, regular languages, parsing techniques and Turing machines. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisites: CS 1523 and CS 2413. 4203 SOFTWARE ENGINEERING, 3 hours credit
Acquisition of the skills necessary to control complex programming projects. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisites: CS 2413 and senior standing. 4223 PROGRAMMING LANGUAGES AND COMPILERS, 3 hours credit
Coverage of the concepts and constructs of the major programming paradigms and an introduction to the theory and techniques of compiler construction. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisite: CS 2513. 4443 COMPUTER USAGE FOR ELEMENTARY TEACHERS, 3 hours credit
A course specifically designed to introduce the elementary teacher to micro-computers and programming concepts using a structured programming language (BASIC). The course includes construction of and evaluation of software suitable for use in the elementary school. Does not apply toward a major or minor in Computer Science. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisite; MATH 3353, elementary teaching experience, or departmental permission. 4491-3 SPECIAL PROBLEMS IN COMPUTER SCIENCE, 1-3 hours credit
Individual and group projects in computer science based on proposals by students which are approved and supervised by faculty members. May be repeated as often as desired with permission of the department chairman. Prerequisite: Approval by department chairman and faculty member supervising the project.
ELECTRONIC ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY COURSES (EET)1013* ELECTRICITY I, 3 hours credit
Electrical principles and applications are introduced. Topics include electrical parameters and units, direct and alternating current, series and parallel circuits, resistance, capacitance, inductance, and magnetism. Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 2 hours. Prerequisite: Understanding of algebraic principles. 1023 ELECTRICITY II, 3 hours credit
A continuation of EET 1013. Topics include equivalent circuits, reactance, impedance, and power factor. Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 2 hours. Prerequisite: EET 1013 and an understanding of plane trigonometry. 1053 ELECTRONICS I, 3 hours credit
Semiconductor electronic device characteristics, operation, and applications are introduced. Junction diodes, zener diodes, light emitting diodes, bipolar and field effect transistors, and operational amplifiers are covered. Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 2 hours. Prerequisite: EET 1013. 1063 INTRODUCTION TO NETWORKING, 3 hours credit
An overview of computer networking. Topics include network topologies, network software, the client server model, the OSI/ISO model, network components, TCP/IP, and network security. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisite: CIS 1013. 2001-3 SPECIAL PROBLEMS IN ELECTRONICS, 1-3 hours credit
Guidance in independent work. Assigned study projects to strengthen student understanding of electronic principles and applications. Lecture arranged, laboratory arranged. Prerequisites: Sophomore standing and department permission. 2013 ELECTRONICS II, 3 hours credit
A study of single and multistage electronic analog circuits Applications include amplifiers, operational amplifier applications, power supplies, oscillators, active filters, phase-locked loops, and thyristors. Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 2 hours. Prerequisite: EET 1053. 2023 DIGITAL COMPUTER ELECTRONICS, 3 hours credit
A study of logic circuitry including integrated circuit configurations. Course topics include number systems, simplification techniques, logic gates, combination logic, and memory. Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 2 hours, Prerequisite: EET 1053. 2133 MEASUREMENTS AND CONTROLS I, 3 hours credit
The study of electronic measurement and control interfaces including pressure, level, flow, temperature, and velocity. Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 2 hours. Prerequisite: EET 2013. 2193 CIRCUIT APPLICATIONS, 3 hours credit
A project oriented capstone course that involves applications of electronic principles included in previous 1000 and 2000 level EET courses. Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 2 hours. Prerequisite: 12 hours of EET credit or departmental permission. 2243 COMMUNICATIONS CIRCUITS, 3 hours credit
The study of electronic transmitting and receiving circuits. Topis include oscillators, tuned circuits, amplifiers, and filters. Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 2 hours. Prerequisite: EET 2013. 2263 TELECOMMUNICATION SYSTEMS, 3 hours credit
A study of electronic telecommunication systems. Topics include telephone equipment, networking, signal transmission codes, and protocols. Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 2 hours. Prerequisite: EET 1013 and EET 1053. 3133 MEASUREMENTS AND CONTROLS II, 3 hours credit
Principles and applications of electronic measurements and controls applied to industry. Modern industrial applications including programmable logic controllers and robotics are covered. Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 2 hours. Prerequisite: EET 2133. 3333 MICROPROCESSORS I, 3 hours credit
A study of microprocessors, including architecture, assembly language, programming and machine language programming. Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 2 hours. Prerequisite: EET 1053. 3473 OPTOELECTRONICS, 3 hours credit
A study of the interactions and interfacing of electronic and optic systems and signals. Course emphasizes optoelectronic emitters, receptors, signal transmissions, and video devices. Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 2 hours. Prerequisite: EET 2013. 4233 NETWORK COMMUNICATIONS APPLICATIONS, 3 hours credit
Applications of network communications systems. Topics include hardware, software, interfacing, media, and system management., Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 2 hours. Prerequisite: EET 2243 and EET 2263. 4343 MICROPROCESSORS II, 3 hours credit
A continuation of Microprocessors I with focused study emphasizing the application of microprocessors to industrial, communications, and consumer products. Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 2 hours. Prerequisite: EET 3333. 4813 SYSTEM DESIGN AND ANALYSIS, 3 hours credit
A capstone course for EET Bachelor of Science degree seekers. Students design, construct, and demonstrate electronic systems. These systems include applications of concepts encountered in EET and TECH courses leading to the BS degree. Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 2 hours. Prerequisite: 21 hours in EET or departmental permission.
ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY COURSES (ENGR)
1053* INDUSTRIAL FLUID POWER, 3 hours credit
Applied fluid mechanics involving valves, cylinders, pumps, piping standards, fluid motors, basic circuits symbols, industrial components, and commercial systems. Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 2 hours.
2001-3 SPECIAL PROBLEMS IN DESIGN, 1-3 hours credit
Assigned study projects will include topics not covered in detail in the computer aided drafting curriculum and will be based on student needs. Laboratory 3-9 hours. Prerequisite: Sophomore standing or departmental permission.
2053 MANUFACTURING PROCESSES, 3 hours credit
An investigative study of materials that we use every day and the manufacturing processes which produce these materials. The application of these materials will also be studied. The materials to be included, but not limited to, are metals, plastics, ceramics, and composites. Lecture 3 hours.
2103 STATICS AND STRENGTH OF MATERIALS, 3 hours credit
Principles of statics, analysis of structures, and friction as applied to the incline plane and wedge. Simple direct and compound stresses, determination of structural sizes as a function of unit stress, and physical properties of the materials. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisite: MATH 1613 or equivalent or concurrent enrollment.
2173 TOOL DESIGN, 3 hours credit
A study of machine shop practices as related to work holding devices. Design of specialized machining tools using standard industrial components is emphasized. Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 2 hours. Prerequisite: CAD 1073 or equivalent.
3013 GIS APPLICATIONS, 3 hours credit
A course designed to teach applications of GIS in various fields such as engineering design, business, and agriculture. The course emphasizes on the need and methods to choose the correct GIS model to develop a successful GIS application. Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 2 hours. Prerequisite: CAD 2023 or CAD 2063.
3023 COMMERCIAL ARCHITECTURE, 3 hours credit
The design of commercial buildings with emphasis on safety, durability, and comfort. Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 2 hours. Prerequisite: CAD 1043.
3033 MACHINE DESIGN, 3 hours credit
The design of power transmitting machinery composed of machine elements such as gears, pulleys, and cams. Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 2 hours. Prerequisite: EDT 2103 or concurrent enrollment.
3053 COMPUTER AIDED PIPE DRAFTING, 3 hours credit
Computer Aided Drafting solutions applying piping terminology, symbols, flow diagrams, piping plans and elevations, line isometrics, and detail dimensioning. Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 2 hours. Prerequisites: EDT 1023.
3103 PROJECT MANAGEMENT, 3 hours credit
The course presents basic principles of project management, tools of project management, and the role of a project manager in the successful completion of a project. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisite: CAD 2053.
3123 PRINTED CIRCUIT DESIGN, 3 hours credit
Computer Aided Drafting techniques used to develop printed circuit patterns. Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 2 hours. Prerequisites: CAD 1013, and EET 1013.
4001-3 ENGINEERING SYSTEMS: (TOPICS), 1-3 hours credit
A study of current topics in technology. Areas may include but jot be limited to system planning, design, development, implementation, and evaluation. Concept development will be focused on customer needs and quality programs.
4013 ENGINEERING DESIGN CAPSTONE, 3 hours credit
Capstone course which uses a combination of 2D and 3D drafting and mechanical design techniques to solve advanced engineering design problems. Lecture 0 hours, laboratory 6 hours. Prerequisite: Departmental permission.
4023 GIS DESIGN, 3 hours credit
The course covers concepts in Geodatabase design, creation of data tables and spatial relationships of features. Various aspects of information management will be studied. Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 2 hours. Prerequisite: CAD 2023 or CAD 2063.
4033 CAD/CAM APPLICATIONS, 3 hours credit
A course designed to teach the use of computer aided designs and drawings to create programs for computer controlled manufacturing equipment such as lathes and milling machines. Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 2 hours. Prerequisite: CAD 2073.
4043 STRUCTURAL DESIGN, 3 hours credit
The analysis, design and detailing of structural components and systems in accordance with industry standards. Problems are solved analytically and graphically using computer based CAD systems. Lecture 2 hours, laboratory 2 hours. Prerequisites: CAD 1073 and EDT 2103.
Information Assurance/Security Courses (IAS)2013* HISTORY OF INFORMATION ASSURANCE/SECURITY, 3 hours credit
The historical impact of viruses, Trojans, worms and other information security threats as well as anti-virus efforts will be examined. Students will exhibit a mastery of communication skills by writing several significant research papers and several significant oral presentations concerning the history of information assurance/security. Students will learn effective uses of technology for communicating. This is a communications intensive course. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisite: CIS 1013 and ENG 1113. 2233* INTRODUCTION TO INFORMATION ASSURANCE/SECURITY, 3 hours credit
Best practices, basic policies and procedures, ethics, and fundamental legal issues will be explored. Risk Management and Disaster Recovery as applied to Information Assurance/Security will be investigated. Ethics and vulnerability issues will also be covered. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisite: IT 2063. 3063 INFORMATION ASSURANCE NETWORKING FUNDAMENTALS, 3 hours credit
Students will analyze and design a secure network. Intrusion Detection, fundamental forensics, incident handling and privacy issues will be examined. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisite: IAS 2233. 3233* INFORMATION ASSURANCE/SECURITY, 3 hours credit
Best practices, basic policies and procedures, ethics, and fundamental legal issues will be explored. Risk Assessment and Disaster Recovery as applied to Information Assurance/Security will be investigated. Ethics and vulnerability issues will also be covered. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisite: IAS 2233. 3263 SECURITY ARCHITECTURE AND DESIGN, 3 hours credit
Students will configure a secure network and an intrusion detection system. Network monitoring plans and bandwidth management plans will be created. Policies and procedures will be created. A basic forensics data report will be designed. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisite: IAS 3063. 4063* CURRENT TOPICS IN INFORMATION ASSURANCE AND NETWORK SECURITY, 3 hours credit
Students will research current literature and compare and summarize current Information Assurance Issues, legal issues, and events. A Disaster Recovery Plan and a Risk Assessment Plan will be created. Audit Plans will be created. Acceptable Use Policies will be assessed. Policies and procedures will be assessed. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisite: IAS 3063.
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (IT)1213* PROGRAMMING LOGIC, 3 hours credit
A basic introduction to the knowledge and skills that are used in computer programming. Topics include: the third generation programming environment, program design and pseudocode, coding, debugging, basic control structures, basic classes and objects, and methods. Lecture 3 hours. Co-requisite: CIS 1013. 1413* PROGRAMMING I, 3 hours credit
The first course in computer programming using an Object Oriented approach. Topics include: the third generation programming environment, program design and pseudocode, coding, deb ugging, basic control structures including conditional statements, loops, methods, basic classes and objects. Other topics include array processing and basic GUI issues. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisite: IT 1213, MATH 1513 or permission of department. 2063 NETWORK OPERATING SYSTEMS, 3 hours credit
The installation, configuration, and administration of operating systems in a network of computers (LAN). Current and relevant software will be studied to include both server software and client software. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisites: EET 1063. 2413* PROGRAMMING II, 3 hours credit
The second course in computer programming using an Object Oriented approach. Topics include: programming in the GUI environment, Classes, Objects, fast sorts, Abstract Data Types, Strings, recursion, and file processing. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisite: IT 1413. 3603 HUMAN COMPUTER INTERFACE DEVELOPMENT, 3 hours credit
An exploration of Graphical User Interface development and human computer interaction using a current RAD tool. Issues of good and bad design of both Web, and Application GUIs. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisite: IT 2413. 4342* LEGAL AND ETHICAL ISSUES FOR THE IT PROFESSIONAL, 2 hours credit
The course is designed to give students an ability to distinguish and analyze information systems legal, social, and ethical issues. Through class lecture, case study analysis, class discussion, final project preparation, and outside readings, students will become versed in the logical/critical thinking skills required to make ethical decisions as an information technology professional. Lecture 2 hours. Prerequisite: senior standing. 4444 IT CAPSTONE, 4 hours credit
A comprehensive survey of current topics in the area of Information Technology and an integration of outcomes from earlier courses. The class will be a seminar where students will work in teams to research current issues and emerging technologies. Lecture 4 hours. Prerequisites: senior level and advisor permission.
Management Information Systems (MIS)2013 PROGRAMMING I, 3 hours credit
Introduction to and use of application development tools for object-oriented programming. Emphasizes step-wise refinement of fourth generation computer languages (4GLs) and introduces CASE (Computer-Aided-Software Engineering) tools during the developmental process. Student designs elementary business solutions using general application development software, report generation, macro, query, and other application features. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisite: CIS 1063 or department permission. 2113 FUNDAMENTAL MIS TOOLS AND SKILLS, 3 hours credit
A study of Management Information Systems essential skills and tools from a business analyst's perspective Extensive focus on written and oral communication skills through required projects and presentations. Tools covered include project management software, CASE software and database software. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisite: CIS 1013. 3013 MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS, 3 hours credit
An overview of the current principles and practices of information systems and solving problems from a managerial perspective. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisites: CIS 1013 or computer proficiency. Must have Junior standing or permission of Chair. 3021-3 BUSINESS SOFTWARE APPLICATIONS, 1-3 hours credit
A study of selected software for microcomputer systems. Course may be repeated for credit with different software packages. Lecture 1-3 hours. Prerequisite: CIS 1013 or computer literacy. 3033 APPLIED DATA MODELING, 3 hours credit
Theory and concepts of database design and management. Focuses primarily on relational database modeling. Topics include Entity Relationship Diagrams; Enterprise, Conceptual, Logical, and Physical models; normalization; usage maps; implementation; and a brief exposure of SQL for data manipulation, update and retrieval. Students will design and implement a relational database for a business application using a CASE program. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisite: CIS 3083 or MIS 3013. 3083 SYSTEMS ANALYSIS AND DESIGN, 3 hours credit
Systems development using modern methods and tools. Recent advances in software technologies such as distributed hypermedia systems (World Wide Web), CASE tools, GUI tools, DBMS, 4GLs, and the Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC). Study of object-oriented development and Web-based information systems development issues. Student writes a business application program. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisites: MIS 3013 and MIS 3033. 3123 ADVANCED BUSINESS APPLICATIONS OF MICROCOMPUTER SOFTWARE, 3 hours credit
Study of advanced features of major microcomputer application software packages, including word processing, spreadsheet, graphics, and database software. Emphasis on hands-on use of these packages to develop software applications for solving complex business problems. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisite: MIS 2113. 3223 BUSINESS DATA COMMUNICATION/TELECOMMUNICATIONS, 3 hours credit
Introduction to data communications and networking in a business environment while emphasizing current advances in telecommunications technology, regulation, and international standards. Topics include TCP/IP and the OSI model; current data communications protocols; network architecture including client/server networks; and operating systems. Student becomes conversant in data communication terminology and concepts. Knowledge and skills gained will be applied in an end-of-course business scenario. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisite: MIS 3013. 4471-3 SEMINAR IN MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS, 1-3 hours credit
Study of specified topics in Management Information Systems such as advanced telecommunications, advanced data base, data warehousing, information security, web page design, decision support systems, and other topics. Can be repeated for maximum of nine (9) hours credit under different topic titles. Prerequisite: Permission of the Chair. 4491-3 INDEPENDENT STUDY IN MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS, 1-3 hours credit
Independent reading and/or study of specific problems or special subjects, based upon pre-approved outlines of plans, with conferences and/or written reports. Prerequisites: Nine upper division hours in the discipline of the independent study and permission of the Chair. A proposal must accompany the request when submitted for approval. 4533 APPLIED PROBLEMS IN MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS, 3 hours credit
A capstone course designed to integrate course work in various functional areas of business MIS applications from the Chief Information Officer?s (CIO) perspective. Emphasizes critical thinking and analysis for business decision making. Group projects, cases, business plan exercises, and/or business simulations are used to demonstrate functional knowledge and skills. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisites: MIS 3033, MIS 3043, MIS 3083 and MIS 3223.
TECHNOLOGY COURSES (TECH)
2033 QUALITY CONTROL, 3 hours credit
Introduction to quality concepts in manufacturing technology, including discussion of current business/industry standards. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisite: MATH 1513 or equivalent.
3000-3 TECHNOLOGY WORKSHOP, 0-3 hours credit
Designed to give intensive emphasis to a specific area of technology. May be repeated with a change of content for a maximum of 6 hours credit. Prerequisite: Junior standing and/or departmental permission.
3013* TECHNICAL COMMUNICATIONS, 3 hours credit
Principles of organizing information into clear and concise audience centered technical reports and presentations. Writing as a process, collaboration, and presentations are emphasized. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisite: Junior standing or departmental permission.
3033 PRODUCTION PLANNING, 3 hours credit
A systematic approach to the factors and influences affecting quality, time, and cost of production using automated problem solving tools and team strategies. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisite: Junior standing or departmental permission.
4003-6 DIRECTED OBSERVATION AND ON-THE-JOB INTERNSHIP, 3-6 hours credit
Directed observation and on-the-job internship served in area directly related to the student's technical specialty. The job should be approved by the major advisor prior to starting the internship. Laboratory 6-12 hours. Prerequisites: TECH 3013 and 3023 or departmental permission.
4023 COMPUTER GENERATED PRESENTATIONS, 3 hours credit
Study of computer generated multimedia presentations using drawing and design theory to include color, perspective, 2D and 3D rendering, and animation. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisites: CIS 1013, CAD 1013, ART 1113, or departmental permission.
4033 INDUSTRIAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS, 3 hours credit
Study of the interrelationship of machines and employees in the workplace. Topics include facilities, equipment, constraints, and personnel management systems. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisite: Junior standing or departmental permission.
4143 WORKPLACE SAFETY, 3 hours credit
An in-depth study of the necessary skills for the improvement, expansion, and enrichment of employer health and safety to promote accident-free work experiences for American workers in various settings. Prerequisite: TECH 3033.
4153 COMPUTER SECURITY, 3 hours credit
The objective of this course is to investigate a broad selection of up to date issues in computer security and what modern technology is used to deal with security problems. Specific subject matters to be covered in the course are: sources of security threats and suitable reactions, cryptographic techniques, access control mechanisms, information models, authentication mechanisms, firewalls, computer viruses, and legal and ethical issues. Students will study and analyze real world case studies in computer security. Prerequisite: Fifteen (15) semester hours in CIS and/or CS, one Telecommunications course and permission.
4491-3 INDEPENDENT STUDY IN TECHNOLOGY, 1-3 hours credit
Assigned research, reading, and reports based on the needs of the individual student and directly related to the student's technical specialty. Individual guidance will be provided by a faculty member. Prerequisite: Junior standing or departmental permission. The total number of hours earned in Independent Study may not exceed four.
VOCATIONAL COURSES (VOC)
Technology Department
1001-3 SPECIAL PROBLEMS, 1-3 hours credit
An assigned study project which will include advanced training in a particular vocational area. 24 shop hours per credit hour enrolled. Prerequisite: Permission of Technology Department Chairman.
1012 VOCATIONAL SHOP, 2 hours credit
The use and care of common hand tools, instruments and measuring devices, shop safety, and career guidance. 48 shop hours. Prerequisite: none.
1014 AUTO BODY REPAIR, 4 hours credit
Selected topics such as sheet metal repair, painting, and refinishing, frame straightening, and auto glass accessories. Shop experience using military and/or commercial vehicles. May be repeated with a different topic for a total of 8 credit hours. 96 shop hours per course. Prerequisite: VOC 1012.
2004 AUTOMOTIVE MAINTENANCE, 4 hours credit
Selected topics such as gasoline engines, chassis, fuel systems, and tune-up. Shop experience using military and/or commercial vehicles. May be repeated with a different topic for a total of 16 credit hours. 96 shop hours per course. Prerequisite: VOC 1012.
2014 DIESEL MAINTENANCE, 4 hours credit
Selected topics such as diesel engines, chassis, fuel systems, power trains, electrical systems, and tune-up. Shop experience using military and/or commercial vehicles. May be repeated with a different topic for a total of 16 credit hours. 96 shop hours per course. Prerequisite: VOC 1012.
2024 WELDING, 4 hours credit
Selected topics such as acetylene, arc, M.I.G. and T.I.G. welding. Shop experience using military and/or commercial equipment. May be repeated with a different topic for a total of 16 credit hours. 96 shop hours per course. Prerequisite: VOC 1012.
2034 AIR CONDITIONING, REFRIGERATION AND HEATING, 4 hours credit
Selected topics such as refrigeration, heating, and air-conditioning. Shop experience using military and/or commercial equipment. May be repeated with a different topic for a total of 16 credit hours. 96 shop hours per course. Prerequisite: VOC 1012.
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