Undergraduate Catalog 2008-2010 - Immaculata University

practical experience with these concepts. (Prerequisite: CIS 105
and CIS 218 or instructor’s approval.
CIS 230 Web Design (3)
Students develop a solid understanding of the workings of, and
the issues within, the Worldwide Web through this foundation web
design course. Projects include conceptualizing, and implementing
quality web page designs using contemporary tools and best practice
techniques. (Competency in CIS 201 content is recommended.)
CIS 231 The Basics of Networking (3)
Basic technologies implemented in Local Area Networks and
Wide Area Networks. Study of the OSI model and the essentials of
network design and administration. Hands-on experience in
configuring hardware and software for simple network connection.
(Competency in CIS 201 content is recommended.)
CIS 317 Computer Architecture (3)
Computer structure, and systems, assembly and machine language,
number systems and Boolean algebra. (Prerequisite: CIS 218)
CIS 325 Systems Analysis & Design (3)
An introduction to the systems development life cycle and the
variety of strategies, tools and techniques of modern system
development with an emphasis on the SWEBOK. (Prerequisite:
CIS 105 and CIS 218 or instructor’s approval)
CIS 326 Data Structures (3)
Basic concepts of data organization. Topics include strings, lists,
graphs, trees; file structures; searching and sorting techniques,
applications. (Prerequisite: CIS 218 or instructor’s approval)
CIS 327 Advanced Design & Programming (3)
Advanced object-oriented concepts and programming techniques
for designing and creating software applications. Common topics
are classes, objects, inheritance, polymorphism and interface
development. May also include other topics such as exception
handling, design patterns, and dynamic containers. (Prerequisite:
CIS 105 and CIS 218 or instructor’s approval)
CIS 328 Artificial Intelligence (3)
A general introduction to AI that allows students to explore this
topic from both the technical and philosophical perspective. The
underlying fundamental theories and representational structures in
AI are covered. Students work with AI and survey current AI
literature from both viewpoints. Students are challenged to consider
consciousness, intelligence, robotics and implications for the future.
(Prerequisite: Competency in CIS 201 content is recommended and
PHI 209 or 309, or instructor’s approval). (See PHI 328)
CIS 330 Advanced Topics in Robotics (3)
Exploration of current social opportunities/issues and recent
technical developments in robotics. Students will engage in the
design and creation of mobile intelligent robotics at an advanced
level. (Departmental approval required).
CIS 331 Software Project Management (3)
An introduction to software project management as it relates to
software engineering. The course integrates theory with best
practices. The major topics covered are: project scope, Capability
Maturity Model (project planning and project tracking/oversight),
estimation, scheduling, quality, risk management, organizational
management, and team management. Students learn project
management skills through both collaborative and individual
projects designed to apply theory through practical application.
(Prerequisites: CIS 218 and CIS 325)
CIS 335 Technology and Ethical Issues (3)
Issues driven by technology and information: validity, timeliness,
freedom, limitations, privacy, access, intellectual property, copyright,
intellectual integrity; communication law. (Competency in CIS 201
content is recommended.) (Traditional and accelerated formats).
CIS 401 CIS Topics or Internship (1-3)
In depth study of selected topics in computer science on an
individual or small group basis; or a for-credit, IT field Internship
on an individual basis at the junior or senior level. (By prior
arrangement with a member of the department).
CIS 403 Object-Oriented Concepts (3)
An introduction to object-oriented analysis and design. The
course integrates theory with best practices. The course teaches
object-oriented analysis and design using the Unified Modeling
Language (UML). This course is relevant to software
engineers/developers and business personnel who participate in the
development of software applications. Students learn skills through
both collaborative and individual projects designed to apply theory
through practical application. (Prerequisites: CIS 218 and CIS 325)
CIS 404 Human Computer Interaction (3)
An introduction to the issues concerning computer and software
application usefulness and usability. The course integrates theory
with best practices. The course builds on the concepts and
techniques presented in the system analysis and design course. This
course integrates the knowledge and skills required to engineer
usefulness and usability into the software development life cycle.
This course is relevant to software engineers/developers as well as
anyone who participates in the creation and evaluation of interactive
software applications. Students learn skills through both
collaborative and individual projects designed to apply theory
through practical application. (Prerequisites: CIS 218 and CIS 325)
CIS 405 Professional Internship (1 – 3)
A limited-enrollment, mentored professional field experience in
relevant areas of information technology. Students will apply for
positions in industry or education that will offer hands-on field
experience and enhance career readiness in a chosen area of IT.
(By prior arrangement with a member of the department).
CIS 406 Software Quality & Testing (3)
An introduction to the processes, procedures, techniques, and
best practices used to increase software product quality.
(Prerequisites: CIS 218, CIS 224, CIS 325)
CIS 408 Research Fundamentals (1-3)
An introduction to researching a topic of interest in an advanced
mathematics or computer related area chosen by the student in
consultation with the instructor. (See Math 408) (Prerequisite: CIS
218)
CIS 409 Math/Computer Directed Reading (3)
Assigned readings on specific themes, to be chosen by group and
instructor; short reports to group on aspects of themes. (See MATH
409) (Prerequisite: CIS 218)
CIS 410 Math/Computer Senior Seminar (3)
Use of professional research methods for the development of an
in-depth research paper and presentation on a mathematical or
computer related topic chosen by the student in consultation with
the instructor. (See MATH 410) (Prerequisite: CIS 218)
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