Develop students' knowledge and skills in applying and utilizing appropriate computer technology and applications. Focus is on developing competencies in leading edge computer applications: spreadsheets, graphics, word processing and operating systems. Students will become competent in using the Internet.

This course examines the principles and theories of software engineering as a discipline. It introduces students to vocabulary, basic principles, and the foundation of software engineering. Software engineering covers concepts to create practical and cost-effective solutions to computing and information systems requirements.

Computer literacy required. Study web site design concepts for e-business applications. Designing, developing, publishing, and managing web sites will be emphasized. Projects focus on web presence requirements for small and midsized companies.

This course is designed as an introduction to programming for the students who have no or very little programming knowledge and experience. The course provides extensive and immersive practice with hands-on exercises and projects that demonstrate your grasp of coding fundamentals, and build confidence in your ability to think and problem-solve.

Topics include information systems technology, strategic uses of information, software, hardware concepts, networking and internet and e-commerce.

Prerequisites

(45.0 credits required) and (BACS 101 or CS 101 or CS 120 with a minimum grade of D-)

An activity course to develop students' knowledge and skills in developing interactive, data driven e-commerce web sites. Students will employ cutting edge development techniques using industry standard software applications.

Prerequisites

BACS 200 with a minimum grade of D-

The identification, preservation, extraction, interpretation, and presentation of computer-related evidence. Formal methodologies; basics of computer operating systems, file systems and hardware for data storage; fundamental laws and regulations.

This is an activity course involving the study of data communications and networks. Topics include history, media, hardware, software, standards, networks, analysis and design, distributed processing and network management.

First course in information security techniques: study of foundations of security and risk management, implementation of security plans, hands-on analysis of realtime networks using common tools, and defensive techniques.

Prerequisites

BACS 380 with a minimum grade of D-

This course presents principles and processes for designing efficient, effective, and satisfying user experiences. The course focuses on user interaction with digital interfaces including mobile phones and websites.

This course examines the defining characteristics of IT projects. It introduces the student to industry accepted project management practices and methods. The students will utilize mainstream software tools to apply project management to IT projects identifying common processes and techniques required for successful project completion.

Introduces the concepts of object-oriented design to students with a background in the procedural paradigm. Emphasis on the development of business applications.

Prerequisites

BACS 287 with a minimum grade of D-

An activity course providing students with the opportunity to work with and manage network servers. The course focuses on implementation of UNIX and Microsoft networking platforms, security, and management.

Prerequisites

BACS 380 with a minimum grade of C-

Individualized investigation under the direct supervision of a faculty member. (Minimum of 37.5 clock hours required per credit hour.) Letter Graded.

An activity course covering design, implementation and operation of database systems/applications. Topics include database processing, models, organizational planning, logical and physical design, implementation, data organization and data structures.

Prerequisites

(BACS 287 and BACS 300 with a minimum grade of D-)

An activity course that covers systems analysis and design; emphasizes techniques, tools, skills, procedures and end products. Covers investigation, analysis/design.

Prerequisites

(BACS 287 and BACS 300 with a minimum grade of D-)

This is an activity course in which students learn and apply software engineering standards and patterns to design, implement, and test software systems.

Prerequisites

(BACS 387 or CS 350 with a minimum grade of C-) and (BACS 487 with a minimum grade of C-)

Obtain practical experience in one or more of the following CIS areas: programming, systems design, DBMS, quantitative research, data communications, DSS. S/U graded.

This seminar course explores advanced topics in computer information systems and/or quantitative methods. S/U or letter graded.