CIS 5000 Fundamentals of Information Systems (3 credits)
Introduces problem-solving techniques for information systems. Includes alternative methods, logic problems and methods specifically for component-based systems with integration issues. Also includes new technologies, products, tools, hardware architectures and languages. Encourages think-tank and out-of-the box discussion formats.
CIS 5080 PROJECTS IN COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS (3 credits)
A capstone course that entails the student designing and implementing a significant project within the purview of information systems. Students propose a project and have it approved by the instructor. Required for CIS majors. (Student must have earned at least 21 credits towards degree to take.)
CIS 5100 DATA STRUCTURES AND PROGRAMMING (3 credits)
Introduces programming in an object-oriented language. Includes data structures. Aims to turn students with little or no programming experience into comfortable programmers. Algorithms for use with stacks, queues and lists will also be included. Required for CIS majors.
CIS 5200 ADVANCED PROGRAMMING (3 credits)
Follows CIS 5100 and covers advanced programming techniques and methodologies for engineering the same. Encourages algorithm exploration and comparison, and demonstration of a superior level of programming expertise in an object-oriented language. Advanced data structures will also be covered. Required for CIS majors. Prerequisite: CIS 5100 or permission of Dr. Baggs
CIS 5210 Integration of Database Systems
Studies database systems as an essential organizational resource. Includes data architecture components and data storage configurations, and compares normalized and denormalized methods. Covers relational databases and the use of SQL for information retrieval. Also covers object databases.
CIS 5220 COMPUTER ORGANIZATION (3 credits)
Introduces computer system architecture, including the specifics of computer arithmetic, memories, the CPU, input/output and peripherals. Includes hardware elements and how they fit into a complete computer system, along with certain logic, gates and Boolean algebra. Required for CIS majors.
CIS 5230 OPERATING SYSTEMS (3 credits)
Explores the algorithms, protocols and mechanisms representing traditional single processor and multi-user systems. Process management and synchronization, threads, memory management, virtual memory and process scheduling are emphasized. A research paper and/or programming assignments may be required . Required for CIS majors. Prerequisites: CIS 5200 and CIS 5220 or permission of Dr. Baggs
CIS 5300 MODELING AND SIMULATION (3 credits)
Introduces modeling and simulation (M&S). Includes verification, validation, construction and implementation for engineering and business, use of stochastics and probability distribution. Compares event-driven and continuous M&S to distributed M&S. Requires proficiency in a programming language (Java, C++, Perl) and a semester project.
CIS 5310 LEGAL AND ETHICAL ASPECTS OF IS (3 credits)
Investigates legal and ethical foundations of information systems. Discusses intellectual property, copyrights, patents, trademarks/domains, privacy, free speech, the fifth amendment, contracts and employment law. Requires a semester project on research and presentation of case law and precedents.
CIS 5400 TOPICS IN COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS (3 credits)
This course covers current topics in computer information systems at the introductory graduate level. Topics vary and the course may be repeated for credit towards the MS/CIS degree. Requirement: Instructor approval.
CIS 5410 Computer Networks for Information Specialists I (3 Credits)
This course provides a broad set of fundamental topics related to computer networks. Topics include network layers, topologies, technologies, services, and methods useful for the typical Information Systems specialist. Specific areas covered include TCP/IP, transmission protocols, and client-server models and an introduction to the management and security of networks. Prerequisite: CIS 5100
CIS 5420 Computer Networks for Information Specialists II (3 credits)
This course is a follow-up to CIS 5410 and focuses on the more advanced topics of network security, design and management. In particular, cryptography, the specifics of LANs and WANs, the application layer, the network layer, and other pertinent topics useful to managers and professionals are covered.
CIS 5500 Modern Computer Information Systems (3 credits)
Defines state-of-the-art information systems and how they support key corporate functions such as telecommunications, electronic commerce, intranets and enterprise-wide functionality in a group or organization. Also explores information technology at every level.
CIS 5510 Computer Information Systems Design (3 credits)
Introduces software and system design techniques with a non-proprietary view of common design paradigms. Familiarizes users or integrators of systems with the phases of software development and some associated methodologies that may be encountered within their field. Prerequisite: CIS 5100
CIS 5520 Knowledge and Information Representation (3 credits)
Covers many of the modern data, information and knowledge representations to give the CIS professional formats, methods and mechanisms for representing, understanding and using data-driven systems that may or may not have a database component. Prerequisites: CIS 5500 or CIS 5100 or permission of Instructor.
CIS 5530 Systems Administration (3 credits)
Explores the administration and maintenance of operating systems such as Windows, Linux or Unix to supply the typical CIS professional help with system administration. May include shell programming, command line programming, common maintenance procedures, network maintenance, backups, and methods of file processing and file system structure. Prerequisite: CIS 5100
CIS 5720 Project and Change Control (3 credits)
Covers managing and delivering a software project from inception to delivery. Includes initial and detail planning, the project life cycle, risk assessment, resource planning, project monitoring and timelines, cost and customer management, change control and configuration, and version control. Uses project and configuration management software.
CIS 5740 Web Programming (3 credits)
Studies HTML and Java features that facilitate Web-based programming. Covers, Web servers, Web -based systems and XML. May include other scripting and interface languages. Explores characteristics of good Web site design and organization. Requires creation of Web pages and knowledge of the Java programming language. Prerequisite: CIS 5200 (or equivalent).
CIS 5810 Advanced Information Structuring Techniques (3 credits).
Explores multilevel data-driven systems and techniques such as data warehousing, metadata and object-oriented databases. Integrates physical media and the architecture of complex data-driven systems for maximum simplicity and efficiency of design. Prerequisites: CIS 5500 or CIS 5100 or permission of Instructor.
CIS 5890 Independent Study in Computer Information Systems (3 credits)
Individual projects under the direction of a member of the computer information systems faculty. May require deliverables such as a software system or product, or a comprehensive paper. May be repeated for a maximum of six credits. (Requirement: Instructor approval.)
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