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221; ACTG 251, 252; FIN 370, MGMT 320, MKTG 360,
and 9 credits of CIS electives in courses 300-level or above.
COMPUTER SCIENCE, B.S., MINOR ................................ 18 credits
Required: CIS 163, 244, 254, and 9 credits of CIS electives
in courses 300-level or above.
INFORMATION SYSTEMS, MINOR .................................... 18 credits
Required: CIS 110, 217, 223, 301 and 6 credits of CIS
electives in courses 300-level or above.
College of Arts
and Sciences
Computer Information Science Courses
CIS 10: INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS 3 s.h.
Surveys the needs for, and roles of, computer information systems in contemporary society. Designed as a first course for the
non-computer major to satisfy the need of students from every discipline to be “computer literate,” and provides the necessary
basis for further computer-related studies. Emphasizes computer requirements in organizations, history, hardware concepts,
programming, application software, systems development, and computer operations. Utilizes the BASIC language and time sharing
facilities of the university’s Alpha computer system for introductory-level programming. Should not be taken by any IS major, and
will not count toward graduation for any student who has also taken CIS 120.
CIS 120: INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTERS FOR IS MAJORS 3 s.h.
First course for IS majors; to be taken during the first semester of freshman year. Introduces tools, techniques, and processes
utilized by computer professionals in developing and utilizing applied computer information systems. Emphasizes logic and
communication skills utilized in the field and on the development of elementary programming proficiency. Open to IS majors only
and will not count toward graduation for any student that has taken CIS 110.
CIS 163: INTRODUCTION TO PROGRAMMING AND ALGORITHMS I 3 s.h.
Addresses the broad issues of computer science as well as introductory programming. Emphasizes fundamental interaction at
the operating system (PC and mainframe) and relevant application (program development tools) level. Introduces programming as
a critical component within the framework of computer science. Includes architecture, operating systems, and software engineering.
CIS 217: APPLICATIONS OF MICROCOMPUTERS 3. s.h.
Introduces the basic concepts of microcomputers and software applications. Includes microcomputer hardware, commonly available
software packages, graphics, and programming. No prerequisite.
CIS 223: COMPUTER PROGRAMMING COBOL 3 s.h.
First programming course for the IS major (but not for the CS major). Emphasizes structured programming concepts and the
COBOL language. Programs written in the course emphasize commercial, industrial, and governmental applications. Prerequisite:
CIS 110, 120, or 163.
CIS 226: COMPUTER SYSTEMS DEVELOPMENT WITH HIGH-LEVEL TOOLS 3 s.h.
A study of the process of developing a computer-based solution to an information management problem. Examines methods of
system analysis and design, emphasizing practical solutions to real problems. Focuses on existing, available systems development
tools for both large computers and micro-computers. Uses “fourth-generation” tools to develop an underlying data base and generate
programs to implement a business application. Offered in the spring semester at Venango Campus only. Prerequisites: CIS 110 and
217.
CIS/SCT 230: PRACTICUM IN COMPUTER INFORMATION SCIENCE 1-2 s.h.
Provides undergraduates with an introduction to the role of computer specialists in the everyday operation of a computer machine
room and user area. Supplies real experience in such routine exercises as machine event logging; backup/restoration of on-line
information; preparation, organization, and revision of system documentation; allocation of user accounts; monitoring of system
resources; and fielding of user problems and complaints. A maximum of six credits of the practicum may be applied toward
graduation. Students gain actual experience in everyday machine operation by acting as machine room supervisors and interacting
with computer users. Prerequisite: CIS 223 or 244.
CIS 244: INTRODUCTION TO PROGRAMMING AND ALGORITHMS II 3 s.h.
Required of all CS majors (but not of IS majors). Examines complex problem-solving techniques, top down design, and program
debugging and testing. Prerequisite: CIS 163.
CIS 253: COMPUTER ORGANIZATION AND ASSEMBLY LANGUAGE 3 s.h.
Consists of two major parts: (1) an introduction to assembly language programming and (2) an introduction to computer
organization and the structuring of major hardware components. Students develop a basic understanding of the mechanics of
information transfer and control and the fundamentals of logic design. Prerequisite: CIS 163 or 300.
CIS 254: DATA STRUCTURES 3 s.h.
Introduces the structuring of data in computer programs. Topics include static, dynamic, and persistent memory, linked lists,
stacks, queues, trees, and hash tables. The major concepts are reinforced through programming assignments using algorithms
illustrating the power of each data structure. Prerequisite: CIS 244.
CIS 300: EVENT–DRIVEN PROGRAMMING 3 s.h.
Introduces a popular, event-driven programming language. Emphasizes using components to construct a program and how these
components generate and respond to events. Components include elementary user interface controls such as command buttons,
drop down lists, and radio buttons, and more advanced controls, such as data aware controls, for accessing databases. Presents both
the syntax and semantics of the language. Applying these features, students complete several small programming projects. Visual
Basic is one example of a language that might be chosen. Prerequisite: CIS 223 or 163.