2012-13 Undergraduate Catalog - Missouri Valley College

CS 401. Internship in Information Processing - 1-6 hours.
Open to CIS majors who have demonstrated superior ability in the
Information Processing field and wish to explore practical
applications of the academic program in the professional
environment. The internship is under the supervision of college
personnel and a representative of the participating company,
institution, or organization. Prerequisite: Permission of the
supervising instructor and approval by the division dean.
Arranged.
CS 410. Applied Software Development Project - 3 hours.
Application of computer programming and system development
concepts, principles and practices in a comprehensive system
development project. A team approach is used to analyze,
design, document and develop realistic systems of moderate
complexity. Use of project management methods, project
scheduling and control techniques, formal presentations and
group dynamics in the solution of information systems problems.
Development of a database to support the system. Prerequisites:
CS 370, CS 380, MA 190. Spring even years.
CS 420. Visual C++ - 3 hours. An in-depth study of Visual C++
programming. Students will learn the syntax and write programs
using a relational database. Prerequisites: CS 350, CS 370, MA
190, MA 200. Spring odd years.
CS 430. Advanced Data Base Concepts - 3 hours.
Investigation and application of advanced database concepts
including database administration, database technology, election
and acquisition of database management systems. In-depth
practicum in data modeling and system development in a
database environment. Overview of future trends in data
management. Prerequisites: CS 380, MA 190, MA 200. Fall
even years.
CS 440. Networking – 3 hours. An overview of computer
networking, both conceptual and hands-on. Areas of study
include the OSI reference model, network protocols, media,
architecture, and hardware. The class will also investigate the
implementations of networking principals using Microsoft
Windows Server, NetBEUI, TCP/IP, UNIX, and emerging
networking technologies. Network management, operation,
design and security will wrap up the course. Prerequisites: CS
320, MA 190, MA 200. Spring.
CS 445. Project Management – 3 hours.. A course utilizing the
models and tools currently available to improve productivity and
quality in the development process. Topics explored in this area
include Cost Estimation Techniques, Risk Assessment,
Prototyping, and Life Cycle Modeling. MA 185 or higher, MA
200 or BA 302, Junior/Senior standing. Spring even years.
CS 450. Internet Programming – 3 hours. Internet
programming using Visual Basic. Students program modules to
collect data through internet interfaces and store in relational
databases, process those databases and report back to the
internet interfaces. Prerequisites: CS 250, CS 270, MA 190, MA
200. Fall.
CS 376/476. Independent Study - 1-3 hours. Reading or
research at a greater depth than is permitted in a normal class.
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor, division dean and Chief
Academic Officer.
CRIMINAL JUSTICE MAJOR
Criminal Justice mission: The purpose of the Bachelor’s
degree in Criminal Justice is to develop in students a
comprehensive knowledge of the criminal justice systems and the
laws pertaining to them. Students will learn to apply theory to
practice to prepare for a career in the criminal justice systems.
Learning Outcomes:
Demonstrate an adequate concept of the criminal justice
system, its major sub-systems, and its relation to each
government level
Demonstrate an understanding of the theories that define
deviance and have affected the laws and policies aimed at
its control
Show an understanding of the problems facing the criminal
justice system, an awareness of individual rights, and an
understanding of the U.S. Constitutional provisions
applicable to the criminal justice system
Show an understanding of the proper procedures for criminal
investigation and the subsequent actions necessary for court
proceedings
Demonstrate knowledge concerning the collection of crime
data and research in the criminal justice area, exhibiting
written and oral skills in analysis and synthesis as a result of
this research
Exhibit an understanding of the American philosophies of
punishment within the social structure
Demonstrate a sense of professionalism and an awareness
of self-commitment and ethical values
Major requirements: CJ 100, CJ 115, CJ 220, CJ 300, CJ 305
OR CJ 307, CJ 330, CJ 410, CJ 440, CJ 485, SC 316, SC 320,
plus 15 credit hours CJ/SC electives. (Total 48 hours.)
Minor requirements: 18 hours of Criminal Justice courses,
including no less than 9 credit hours of upper division
credits, taken in consultation with Criminal Justice faculty.
Major assessment: All seniors must complete a research
paper in conjunction with CJ 485 (Senior Seminar), an inhouse
assessment exam, and a standardized assessment
exam from Educational Testing Services.
CJ 100. Introduction to Criminal Justice - 3 hours. An
overview of the historical development and current status of
American criminal justice. Attention is given to the various
component parts of the system and their interactions. Fall.
Spring.
CJ 115. Criminal Law and the Constitution - 3 hours. An
examination of the purposes and sources of criminal law.
Elements of crimes against the person and crimes against
property are addressed. A consideration of defenses to criminal
liability is also undertaken. Prerequisite: CJ 100. Spring.
CJ 205. Juvenile Justice - 3 hours. An analysis of the social
administration of juvenile justice in the U.S. The decision-making
process of police, the court, and probation officials in the
apprehension and processing of juveniles will be stressed.
Prerequisite: CJ 100. Fall.
CJ 210. Probation and Parole - 3 hours. A study of the history,
structure, organization and operation of probation and parole
services. The roles of probation and parole officers will be
covered as well as varying state requirements and administrative
guidelines. Prerequisite: CJ 100. Fall.
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