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COSC 2152 - Special Topics in
Computer Networks 2/0 (2)
(Available as computer-based training in a self-study format.)
Prerequisite: COSC 2132 or consent of instructor. Computerbased
training in network operating systems. This course is
designed to provide training leading to vendor certification in
network operating systems, such as Novell CNE and Microsoft
MCSE.
COSC 2172 - World Wide Web Site
Design & Management 2/0 (2)
Prerequisite: COSC 1172 or consent of instructor. This course is
an introduction to publishing on the World Wide Web. Topics
include designing a web page; importing text, images and other
elements into the web page; creating tables; links to images and
image maps; and fill-in forms that transfer data. Other topics
include employing multimedia technologies, implementing
security, and maintaining the site.
COSC 2183 - Intro to ASP.NET & Web Security 2/2 (3)
Prerequisites: COSC 2172 and COSC 2262. This course is designed
for students to learn about designing basic interactive web
pages with e-commerce or data management content. Students
will learn to create ASP.NET Web applications that run under
Web browsers such as Internet Explorer, Netscape and Mozilla
Firefox. It is intended for those with basic knowledge of computers,
networks and the Internet, having a fundamental understanding
of programming structures and who have some knowledge
of HTML. It is targeted for those interested in careers in Web
design, e-commerce and web site management and security.
COSC 2262 - Introduction to Visual Basic 1/2 (2)
Prerequisites: COSC 1413 and COSC 1152 or a working knowledge
of Windows. This is a first course in programming in Visual
Basic. Topics include programming in a graphical interface, writing
event-oriented applications, working with projects, drawing
controls, using pull-down menus, creating message boxes and
buttons, Windows graphics, and setting properties. Additional
topics include file controls and file I/O, OLE, using colors, and
writing programs for a multi-tasking environment.
COSC 2272 - Advanced Visual Basic 2/0 (2)
Prerequisite: COSC 2262. A second course in the Visual
Basic programming language. Topics include advanced form
handling, data access methods, using custom controls, error
handling and logging routines, API calls, creating and controlling
OLE objects, using Access databases, SQL, ASP.NET applications,
and report generation.
COSC 2303 - Introduction to Computer
Game Design & Programming 2/2 (3)
Prerequisites: COSC 1413 and COSC 2262. Additional background
in object oriented programming (C, C++ languages) is
recommended. This course is designed for students who want to
learn about developing computer games from both the design
and programming perspectives. It is intended for students, game
designers, and professional writers who want to learn how to combine
the elements of storytelling and game-play into a new form
and create more compelling and dramatic game experiences.
COSC 2323 - Systems Analysis & Design 3/0 (3)
Prerequisites: COSC 1362 or consent of instructor. The student
will describe the flow of information within a business organization
and its relationship to electronic data processing methods.
He or she will consider organizational structure and relationships
as well as the requirements, function, flow, and control of business
data. The student will analyze current application problems,
design a system, and set forth steps for its implementation. The
student will analyze business computer applications and case
studies which will illustrate the use of computer equipment in
various types and sizes of companies. He or she will be able to
describe how machines and systems are combined and the advantages
to be realized from mechanization. Working knowledge of
Microsoft Access or other database software is recommended.
COSC 2362 - Advanced Database Design
& Implementation 2/0 (2)
Prerequisites: COSC 1362. A continuation of COSC 1362. Topics
in this course include creating advanced reports, creating conditional
macros, linking macros to buttons, lookup expressions,
variables, functions, and programming in Access using Visual
Basic for applications.
COSC 2413 - Field Project
(Based on demand) 0/20 (3)
Prerequisite: Successful completion of the courses listed in the
first three semesters of the Computer Information Systems
curriculum and approval of program coordinator. The student
will apply his or her electronic data processing knowledge in a
cooperating business under the supervision of a training sponsor
and the coordinator from the college. He or she also will gain
understanding of the field of electronic data processing by discussing
and analyzing on-the-job experience with fellow students
and the coordinator.
COSC 2452 - Special Topics in Programming
Language 2/0 (2)
(Available as computer-based training in a self-study format.)
Prerequisite: COSC 1413 or consent of instructor. Computerbased
training in programming languages and/or application
development software.
COSC 2513 - Introduction to Computer Science 2/2 (3)
Prerequisite: MATH 1814 or consent of instructor. The student
will demonstrate knowledge of the use of the computer as a problem-solving
tool in applications that are primarily mathematic
or scientific in nature. He or she will demonstrate an ability to
define solutions to computer applications with algorithms. The
student will create, test, and debug computer programs in the
FORTRAN language for the solutions of different applications.
Students cannot receive credit for both COSC 2513 and COSC
2613.
COSC 2613 - Computer Programming for Science
& Engineering 2/2 (3)
Prerequisite MATH 2515. This is a course for students who need
to use the computer as a problem-solving tool in mathematical
or scientific applications. Students will write programs, first
in FORTRAN, later in MATLAB. Among the applications
covered are such numerical methods as Newton’s root finder,
integral approximations, linear regression, matrix inverses, and
several simulations. Students will write and implement structured
algorithms with special attention given to program design and
modularity. Students cannot receive credit for both COSC 2513
and COSC 2613.
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