May 14, 2024  
Undergraduate Catalog 2011-2012 ARCHIVED 
    
Undergraduate Catalog 2011-2012 ARCHIVED [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Business Administration

  
  • BADM 370 - Marketing

    3 credits
    This course introduces the student to the basic concepts and practices of modern marketing. Topics include marketing and its linkages to business, consumer behavior, marketing research, strategy and planning, product and pricing decisions, distributions and promotion decisions, marketing management, and evaluation and control aspects for both consumer and industrial goods.
  
  • BADM 371 - Merchandising

    3 credits
    The process of selecting, buying and pricing merchandise for resale to the final customer. Emphasis is on merchandising at the retail level. Prerequisite(s): ACCT 211  and BADM 370 
  
  • BADM 378 - Marketing for E-Commerce

    3 credits
    Considers the theories and processes that guide the marketing of goods and services electronically. Some of the course topics include the development of a web presence, cyber laws, and reaching the intended market segment. Prerequisite(s): BADM 370 
  
  • BADM 405 - International Trade & Finance

    3 credits
    A study of current theory, policy, and practice in international trade and finance. Prerequisite(s): BADM 310 , BADM 370  and ECON 202 
  
  • BADM 406 - Accounting for Entrepreneurs

    3 credits
    Accounting concepts and practices for entrepreneurs/small business owners. Emphasis given to the use of accounting tools to solve small business problems.
  
  • BADM 411 - Investments

    3 credits
    This course is a thorough study of the equity market including fundamental valuation techniques, asset allocation, the efficient markets hypothesis and its implications, portfolio theory, risk and return, the primary and secondary market mechanisms, security market indicators, and international investing. An overview of the bond market including bond valuation, duration, and bond portfolio management, and an introduction to options, futures, and forward contracts are provided. The vital roles of computer technology and electronic trading are also explored. Prerequisite(s): BADM 310 
  
  • BADM 415 - Financial Institutions

    3 credits
    This course is an analytical and descriptive survey of financial institutions from a global perspective. Financial institution risk management and the changing financial and regulatory environment are emphasized. Prerequisite(s): BADM 310 
  
  • BADM 416 - Commercial Bank Management

    3 credits
    This course is an in-depth study of banking institutions, with special emphasis on commercial banks and their connection to the federal reserve system and other financial institutions. A risk management perspective is adopted, and the fast changing global regulatory and financial environments are discussed. Prerequisite(s): BADM 310 
  
  • BADM 418 - Financial Futures and Options

    3 credits
    This course is a study of futures, options and related derivative security markets. Theoretical analysis and practical issues and concerns are examined. Prerequisite(s): BADM 310  and BADM 411 
  
  • BADM 419 - Investment Real Estate

    3 credits
    This course is a study of direct and indirect investing in residential and commercial real estate including cash flow analysis and valuation, contracts, financing alternatives, mortgages and the mortgage markets, real estate development, mortgage-backed securities, and real estate investment trusts. Prerequisite(s): BADM 310 
  
  • BADM 425 - Production and Operations Management

    3 credits
    This course studies the basic tools of operations management with emphasis on decision-making models in production and planning. Such topics as decision theory, production planning and control, inventory control, materials requirement planning, project management, and quality control are covered. Prerequisite(s): BADM 220  or MATH 281 
  
  • BADM 435 - Management Technology and Innovation

    3 credits
    The understanding and management of the technological and innovative processes in business, industry and government. Prerequisite(s): BADM 360 
  
  • BADM 436 - Entrepreneurship

    3 credits
    A study of idea generation and screening and the new business start-up process. Emphasis on resource management and business planning. Case studies and an entrepreneurial project are required activities. Prerequisite(s): ACCT 211 , BADM 310  and BADM 370 
  
  • BADM 438 - Entrepreneurship II

    3 credits
    This course focuses on the process of screening an opportunity, drafting a personal entrepreneurial strategy, and understanding the business plan writing process. Building the entrepreneurial team and the acquisition and management of financial resources are emphasized along with venture growth, harvest strategies, and valuation.
  
  • BADM 457 - Business Ethics

    3 credits
    This course is a study of the ethical implications of managerial decisions. Topics covered include the responsibility of the organization to the individual and society, the role of the individual within the organization, and ethical systems for American business. The course provides an examination and assessment of current American business practices.
  
  • BADM 460 - Human Resource Management

    3 credits
    This course provides a survey of managerial practices with respect to the management of the human resource function and an introduction to the topic of human resource management as an occupational choice. Major areas of inquiry include recruitment and selection, training and development, compensation and benefits administration and work force integration and maintenance. Prerequisite(s): BADM 360 
  
  • BADM 464 - Organizational Behavior

    3 credits
    This course is a study of individuals and groups. Traditional organization theory and concepts are presented and study is given to motivation, group dynamics, and methods of coordination, change, and adaptation within an organization. Prerequisite(s): BADM 360 
  
  • BADM 468 - International Management

    3 credits
    A study of the management required in an internationally oriented firm with emphasis on policy formulating and planning. Also emphasized are relationships between business, cultural and political factors. Prerequisite(s): BADM 360 
  
  • BADM 474 - Personal Selling

    3 credits
    This course is a study of the skills needed to develop and manage long-term relationships with customers and suppliers. Emphasis is placed on relationship selling, presentation, prospecting, handling objectives and closing techniques with consideration given to differences in the global marketplace. Prerequisite(s): BADM 370 
  
  • BADM 475 - Consumer Behavior

    3 credits
    This course is a study of the various factors that influence consumers in their decisions relative to buying, using and disposing of goods, services and ideas. The course examines concepts and theories from the behavioral sciences and analyzes their application in developing marketing strategies. Prerequisite(s): BADM 370 
  
  • BADM 476 - Marketing Research

    3 credits
    This course provides an in-depth study of the primary methodologies of marketing research. Emphasis is places on collecting, analyzing, interpreting and presenting information for the purpose of reducing uncertainty surrounding marketing and management decisions. Prerequisite(s): BADM 370 , CSC 209  and BADM 220  or MATH 281 
  
  • BADM 481 - Promotional Management

    3 credits
    This course is a concentrated study of marketing issues related to promotions and the creative aspects of the advertising/communication process. Topics covered include communication as an integral part of marketing, fundamentals of communication, the marketing environment, and management of a promotional strategy. Planning, implementation, evaluation and control are discussed. Prerequisite(s): BADM 370 
  
  • BADM 482 - Business Policy and Strategy

    3 credits
    This course is designed to develop an understanding of strategy formulation, implementation, and evaluation. It involves integrating all functional areas of business, analyzing the environment in which the firm operates, and choosing strategies that enable the firm to meet its objectives. Prerequisite(s): BADM 310 , BADM 350 , BADM 360  and BADM 370  and Senior Class Standing
  
  • BADM 483 - Small Business Consulting

    1-3 credits
    This course is a consulting program whereby students, working under faculty guidance, assist businesses by researching and developing possible solutions to specific problems involved in business start-up and expansion. Prerequisite(s): Senior class standing
  
  • BADM 489 - Business Plan Writing and Competition

    1 credit
    Students will write a business plan and present it to a panel of faculty and business community members. The top three business plan presenters will move on to a statewide competition.
  
  • BADM 490 - Seminar

    3 credits
    A highly focused, and topical course. The format includes student presentations and discussions of reports based on literature, practices, problems, and research. Seminars may be conducted over electronic media such as internet and are at the upper division or graduate levels. Enrollment is generally limited to fewer than 20 students.
  
  • BADM 491 - Independent Study

    1-4 credits
    Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic. Prerequisite(s): Consent of the instructor
  
  • BADM 492 - Topics

    1-4 credits
    Includes current topics, advanced topics and special topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually of 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement.
  
  • BADM 493 - Workshop

    1-3 credits
    Special, intense sessions in specific topic areas. Approximately 45 hours of work is required for each hour of credit. Workshops may vary in time range but typically use a compressed time period for delivery. They may include lectures, conferences, committee work, and group activity.
  
  • BADM 494 - Internship

    1-12 credits
    Applied, monitored and supervised, field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain practical experience; they follow a negotiated and or directed plan of study. A higher level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than is the case with field experience courses. Prerequisite(s): Consent of the instructor

Business Education

  
  • BED 291 - Independent Study

    1-4 credits
    Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic. Prerequisite(s): Consent of the instructor
  
  • BED 480 - 7-12 Business Education Methods

    3 credits
    Students develop an understanding of the tools of inquiry of business; the ability to design, deliver, and evaluate a variety of instructional strategies and processes that incorporate learning resources, materials, technologies, and state and national curriculum standards appropriate to business; the ability to assess student learning in business; and to apply these knowledge, skills, and attitudes to real life situations and experiences. Prerequisite(s): Admitted to Teacher Education
  
  • BED 491 - Independent Study

    1-4 credits
    Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic. Prerequisite(s): Consent of the instructor

Biology

  
  • BIOL 101 - Biology Survey I

    3 credits
    Study of the nature, diversity, and classification of life, ecology, cells and cell cycles, Mendelian and modern genetics evolution and evolution theory. Intended for those not majoring in biology. Corequisite(s): BIOL 101L 
  
  • BIOL 101L - Biology Survey I Lab

    0 credits
    Laboratory experience that accompanies BIOL 101 . Corequisite(s): BIOL 101 
  
  • BIOL 103 - Biology Survey II

    3 credits
    Study of energetics; plant growth; development and reproduction; animal structure and function. Intended for those not majoring in biology. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 101  or BIOL 151  Corequisite(s): BIOL 103L 
  
  • BIOL 103L - Biology Survey II Lab

    0 credits
    Laboratory experience that accompanies BIOL 103 . Corequisite(s): BIOL 103 
  
  • BIOL 145 - Introduction to Scientific Inquiry

    1 credit
    An introduction to the history and philosophy of science including the scientific method. Contemporary issues will be studied emphasizing the interaction between science and society.
  
  • BIOL 151 - General Biology I

    4 credits
    The introductory course for those majoring in biology and microbiology. Presents the concepts or cell biology, evolution, heredity, molecular genetics and ecology. Corequisite(s): BIOL 151L 
  
  • BIOL 151L - General Biology I Lab

    0 credits
    Laboratory experience that accompanies BIOL 151 . Corequisite(s): BIOL 151 
  
  • BIOL 165 - General Zoology

    4 credits
    A phylogenetic approach to the study of animal diversity emphasizing evolutionary relationships and structure and function of animal systems. Includes significant weekly laboratory exercises. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 101  or BIOL 151  Corequisite(s): BIOL 165L 
  
  • BIOL 165L - General Zoology Lab

    0 credits
    Laboratory experience that accompanies BIOL 165 . Corequisite(s): BIOL 165 
  
  • BIOL 201 - General Botany

    4 credits
    A phylogenetic approach to the study of plant diversity and evolutionary relationships emphasizing structure and function of plant systems. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 101  or BIOL 151  Corequisite(s): BIOL 201L 
  
  • BIOL 201L - General Botany Lab

    0 credits
    Laboratory experience that accompanies BIOL 201 . Corequisite(s): BIOL 201 
  
  • BIOL 221 - Human Anatomy

    4 credits
    Structures of various systems in the human body are presented as a structural basis for physiology. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 151  Corequisite(s): BIOL 221L 
  
  • BIOL 221L - Human Anatomy Lab

    0 credits
    Laboratory experience that accompanies BIOL 221 . Corequisite(s): BIOL 221 
  
  • BIOL 291 - Independent Study

    1-4 credits
    Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic. Prerequisite(s): Consent of the instructor
  
  • BIOL 292 - Topics

    1-4 credits
    Includes current topics, advanced topics and special topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually of 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement.
  
  • BIOL 311 - Principles of Ecology

    4 credits
    Basic principles of ecology including the sub disciplines of physiological ecology, population ecology, community ecology, evolutionary ecology, and ecosystems ecology from both a theoretical and applied aspect. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 151  Corequisite(s): BIOL 311L 
  
  • BIOL 311L - Principles of Ecology Lab

    0 credits
    Laboratory experience that accompanies BIOL 311 . Corequisite(s): BIOL 311 
  
  • BIOL 323 - Human Anatomy and Physiology

    4 credits
    Study of the structure and function of the human body including interrelationships among body systems. Includes significant weekly laboratory exercises. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 101  or BIOL 151  Corequisite(s): BIOL 323L 
  
  • BIOL 323L - Human Anatomy and Physiology Lab

    0 credits
    Laboratory experience that accompanies BIOL 323 . Corequisite(s): BIOL 323L
  
  • BIOL 325 - Physiology

    4 credits
    Basic cell physiology, neural, hormonal and neuroendocrine control systems. Coordinated body functions. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 221  or BIOL 323  Corequisite(s): BIOL 325L 
  
  
  • BIOL 331 - Microbiology

    4 credits
    This will be a study of the morphology and physiology of representatives of various groups of microorganisms, with emphasis on bacteria. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 151  Corequisite(s): BIOL 331L 
  
  • BIOL 331L - Microbiology Lab

    0 credits
    Laboratory experience that accompanies BIOL 331 . Corequisite(s): BIOL 331 
  
  • BIOL 343 - Cell and Molecular Biology

    4 credits
    Studies of structure, molecular composition, physiology, heredity and growth of cells form the contents of this course. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 151  Corequisite(s): BIOL 343L 
  
  • BIOL 343L - Cell and Molecular Biology Lab

    0 credits
    Students will use practical applications and demonstrations to reinforce the lectures and discussions of BIOL 343 . Corequisite(s): BIOL 343 
  
  • BIOL 365 - Vertebrate Zoology

    4 credits
    Structure and ways of life of the vertebrate classes. General anatomy, organ systems, and special characteristics of each class of vertebrates as well as detailed classification of the major Taxa down to the family level. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 151  Corequisite(s): BIOL 365L 
  
  • BIOL 365L - Vertebrate Zoology Lab

    0 credits
    Laboratory experience that accompanies BIOL 365 . Corequisite(s): BIOL 365 
  
  • BIOL 371 - Genetics

    4 credits
    Principles governing the nature, transmission and function of hereditary material with application to plants, animals, humans, and microorganisms. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 151  Corequisite(s): BIOL 371L 
  
  • BIOL 371L - Genetics Lab

    0 credits
    Laboratory experience that accompanies BIOL 371  Corequisite(s): BIOL 371 
  
  • BIOL 410 - Conservation Biology

    3 credits
    This course is designed to merge the pure sciences of physiology, genetics, taxonomy, biogeography, and ecology with the applied fields of wildlife management, forestry, landscape ecology, and restoration ecology to address patterns and processes of biological diversity. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 151 
  
  • BIOL 415 - Mycology

    3 credits
    Comprehensive taxonomic survey of the Kingdom Fungi; reproductive biology, physiology, genetics, and ecology of fungal organisms; relationship of fungi to human affairs. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 151  Corequisite(s): BIOL 415L 
  
  • BIOL 415L - Mycology Lab

    0 credits
    Laboratory experience that accompanies BIOL 415 . Corequisite(s): BIOL 415 
  
  • BIOL 450 - Aquatic Biology

    4 credits
    Field-based small group and individual investigations of the fresh water habitat and the organisms living therein. Ponds, lakes and streams are characterized. Concepts integrated in laboratory and computer exercises. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 101  or BIOL 151  and BIOL 311  Corequisite(s): BIOL 450L 
  
  • BIOL 450L - Aquatic Biology Lab

    0 credits
    Laboratory experience that accompanies BIOL 450 . Corequisite(s): BIOL 450 
  
  • BIOL 491 - Independent Study

    1-4 credits
    Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic. Prerequisite(s): Consent of the instructor
  
  • BIOL 492 - Topics

    1-5 credits
    Includes current topics, advanced topics and special topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually of 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement.
  
  • BIOL 498 - Undergraduate Research/Scholarship

    0-12 credits
    Includes Senior Project, and Capstone Experience. Independent research problems/projects or scholarship activities. The plan of study is negotiated by the faculty member and the student. Contact between the two may be extensive and intensive. Does not include research courses which are theoretical. Prerequisite(s): Consent of the instructor

Center of Excellence

  
  • CEX 491 - Independent Study

    1-4 credits
    Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic. Prerequisite(s): Consent of the instructor
  
  • CEX 494 - Internship

    1-8 credits
    Applied, monitored and supervised, field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain practical experience; they follow a negotiated and or directed plan of study. A higher level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than is the case with field experience courses. Prerequisite(s): Consent of the instructor
  
  • CEX 498 - Undergraduate Research/Scholarship

    1-6 credits
    Includes Senior Project, and Capstone Experience. Independent research problems/projects or scholarship activities. The plan of study is negotiated by the faculty member and the student. Contact between the two may be extensive and intensive. Does not include research courses which are theoretical. Prerequisite(s): Consent of the instructor

Chemistry

  
  • CHEM 106 - Chemistry Survey

    3 credits
    A one-semester survey of chemistry. Not intended for those needing an extensive chemistry background. Introduction to the properties of matter, atomic structure, bonding, stoichiometry, kinetics, equilibrium, states of matter, solutions, and acid-base concepts. Prerequisite(s): MATH 101  or MATH 102  or MATH 103  or MATH 115  or MATH 120  or MATH 121  or MATH 123  or MATH 125  or MATH 281  Corequisite(s): CHEM 106L 
  
  • CHEM 106L - Chemistry Survey Lab

    1 credit
    Laboratory designed to accompany CHEM 106 . Corequisite(s): CHEM 106 
  
  • CHEM 108 - Organic and Biochemistry

    4 credits
    A survey of the chemical principles important to biological systems. For students who do not plan to take additional chemistry. Not a prerequisite for any 200 level and above course. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 106  Corequisite(s): CHEM 108L 
  
  • CHEM 108L - Organic and Biochemistry Lab

    1 credit
    Laboratory designed to accompany CHEM 108 . Prerequisite(s): CHEM 106L  Corequisite(s): CHEM 108 
  
  • CHEM 112 - General Chemistry I

    4 credits
    An introduction to the basic principles of chemistry for students needing an extensive background in chemistry (including chemistry majors, science majors, and pre-professional students). Completion of a high school course in chemistry is recommended. Corequisite(s): CHEM 112L 
  
  • CHEM 112L - General Chemistry I Lab

    0 credits
    Laboratory designed to accompany CHEM 112 . Corequisite(s): CHEM 112 
  
  
  • CHEM 114L - General Chemistry II Lab

    0 credits
    Laboratory designed to accompany CHEM 114 . Prerequisite(s): CHEM 112L  Corequisite(s): CHEM 114 
  
  • CHEM 291 - Independent Study

    1-3 credits
    Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic. Prerequisite(s): Consent of the instructor
  
  • CHEM 292 - Topics

    1-4 credits
    Includes current topics, advanced topics and special topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually of 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement.
  
  • CHEM 326 - Organic Chemistry I

    3 credits
    A systematic treatment of the chemistry of carbon compounds, including nomenclature, structure-reactivity relationships, reaction mechanisms, synthesis, and spectroscopy. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 114  Corequisite(s): CHEM 326L 
  
  • CHEM 326L - Organic Chemistry I Lab

    1 credit
    Laboratory designed to accompany CHEM 326 . Corequisite(s): CHEM 326 
  
  • CHEM 328 - Organic Chemistry II

    3 credits
    A continuation of CHEM 326 . A systematic treatment of the chemistry of carbon compounds, including nomenclature, structure-reactivity relationships, reaction mechanisms, synthesis, and spectroscopy. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 326  Corequisite(s): CHEM 328L 
  
  • CHEM 328L - Organic Chemistry II Lab

    1 credit
    Laboratory designed to accompany CHEM 328 . Prerequisite(s): CHEM 326L  Corequisite(s): CHEM 328 
  
  • CHEM 332 - Analytical Chemistry

    3 credits
    Fundamental concepts and principles of quantitative chemical analysis including quantitative chemical equilibrium calculations and error analysis applied to the evaluation of experimental measurements and data. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 114  Corequisite(s): CHEM 332L 
  
  • CHEM 332L - Analytical Chemistry Lab

    1 credit
    Laboratory to accompany CHEM 332 . Corequisite(s): CHEM 332 
  
  • CHEM 452 - Inorganic Chemistry

    3 credits
    Theoretical and periodic aspects of inorganic chemistry. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 114 
  
  • CHEM 460 - Biochemistry

    3 credits
    A one-semester course in biomolecules, metabolism, and transmission of genetic information. The structures, properties, and biochemical functions of mono- and polysaccharides, lipids, amino acids, proteins and nucleic acids are introduced. Metabolic pathways and cycles for the catabolism and anabolism of sugars, triglycerides, steroids, amino acids, proteins, and polynucleotides are detailed. Energetics, the potential fates of chemical intermediates, and information storage and transmission are studied. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 326 
  
  • CHEM 491 - Independent Study

    1-9 credits
    Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic. Prerequisite(s): Consent of the instructor
  
  • CHEM 492 - Topics

    1-4 credits
    Includes current topics, advanced topics and special topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually of 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement.
  
  • CHEM 498 - Undergrad Research/Scholarship

    0-12 credits
    Includes Senior Project, and Capstone Experience. Independent research problems/projects or scholarship activities. The plan of study is negotiated by the faculty member and the student. Contact between the two may be extensive and intensive. Does not include research courses which are theoretical. Prerequisite(s): Consent of the instructor

Computer Information Systems

  
  • CIS 130 - Visual Basic Programming

    3 credits
    Fundamentals of programming using Visual Basic. Focus on problem solving, visual design, and programming concepts. Topics include sequence, selection, repetition, procedures, and functions.
  
  • CIS 245 - Information Security Fundamentals

    3 credits
    Introductory course in which students explore the principles of information assurance, with emphasis on current threats and vulnerabilities to develop an information security plan to mitigate risk. Information security and assurance issues are explored and a multidisciplinary approach is discussed that examines security policies, models, and mechanisms for confidentiality, integrity, and availability. Theory/Lab.
  
  • CIS 251 - Business Applications Programming

    3 credits
    Emphasis on logical design and structured programming techniques. Writing, debugging and testing business programs. Prerequisite(s): CIS 130  or CSC 150 
  
  • CIS 275 - Web Application Programming I

    3 credits
    An introduction to the languages used to develop and operate e-commerce sites with focus on client-side technologies. Topics include but are not limited to programming practices, HTML, extensible markup language (XML), and JavaScript. Prerequisite(s): Two courses from the following: CIS 130 , CIS 251 , CSC 150 , CSC 250 , HON 114 , HON 130 
  
  • CIS 277 - OS Interfaces and Utilities

    3 credits
    Concepts and techniques of interfacing programs with an operation system using Job Control Language. Use of storage devices using vendor supplied utilities. Prerequisite(s): CIS 330  Corequisite(s): CIS 331 
  
  • CIS 291 - Independent Study

    1-5 credits
    Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic. Prerequisite(s): Consent of the instructor
 

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