Undergraduate - Herzing University

IS 211 Legacy Systems IntroductionThis course introduces legacy technologies and programming languages, which are still widely used. Maintenance strategies for thesetechnologies are explored. Integration with newer technologies are discussed and compared. Replacement technologies are analyzed forfeasibility and effectiveness. Some basic features of older technologies are introduced and contrasted. 4.00 credit hours. Prerequisite: IS 103Programming Logic.IS 213 C++ ProgrammingThis course provides an introduction to the C++ programming language for those students that have already been successful with fundamentalobject-oriented programming language concepts. After demonstrating the syntax for implementing the fundamental concepts in C++,advanced topics, such as pointers, operator overloading, preprocessing, and templates, are covered. 4.00 credit hours. Prerequisite: IS 207Object-Oriented Programming 2.IS 214 SQL Server AdministrationThis course provides instruction in the planning, installation, and administration of a leading SQL Server database management system. Topicsinclude: planning SQL Server capacity and security; installing and configuring the SQL Server; security configuration and management; datamaintenance and management; monitoring performance; and troubleshooting various problems. 4.00 credit hours. Prerequisite: NT 180Network and Server Operating Systems or (NT 160 Network Operating Systems and NT 170 Server Operating Systems).IS 216 Database Concepts and Applications IIThis course continues instruction in designing, developing, and implementing secure relational databases. Topics include: advanced techniquesfor queries, forms, and reports in an event-driven environment; in-depth coverage of structuring databases using object-oriented concepts ofproperties and methods of classes and objects; techniques for debugging, error handling, and optimizing database applications; client andserver strategies; transaction processing; multi-user applications; replication; Internet integration; and security. 3.00 credit hours. Prerequisite:IS 182 Database Concepts and Applications I.IS 217 Introduction to SQLThis course provides the student with an introductory look at SQL fundamentals and features. Topics include an introduction to SQL, singleand multiple table queries, updating data, database administration, and reports. 4.00 credit hours. Prerequisite: IS 102 Computers andApplication Software.IS 218 Web GraphicsThis course provides the opportunity to develop knowledge and skill in bitmapped and vector graphics using a web imaging or graphics tool.Topics include: working with file size and format; using web-safe color palettes and managing color; image masking and image compression;Graphics Interface File (GIF), Joint Photographic Experts Group (JPEG) and Portable Network Graphics (PNG) file formats; using tools to alterphotographs; and applying filters and effects. The web animation tool includes creating graphic elements, turning objects into animations, usingaction scripts and sounds, and putting movies on the web. 4.00 credit hours. Prerequisite: IS 102 Computers and Application Software.IS 239 TCP/IPThe focus of this course is to provide comprehensive working knowledge of the concepts essential to the practice of TCP/IP networkingand TCP/IP administration. Topics include: network addresses, names, and implementation issues; internetwork architectures, models, andconceptual tools; TCP/IP Internet and routing protocols; FTP, TFTP, Telnet, and r-utilities; resource sharing and distributed computing; TCP/IPinternetwork management with DNS and DHCP; troubleshooting and security; and intranets, extranets, and Internet commerce. 4.00 credithours. Prerequisite: IS 112 Computer Networks.IS 258 Web ScriptingThis course presents the concepts and syntax of JavaScript programming for adding dynamic content and interactive elements to web pages.Topics include: JavaScript programming fundamentals; integrating JavaScript and HTML; creating pop-up windows; adding scrolling messagesand validating forms; enhancing the use of image and form objects; and using cookies, arrays, and frames. 4.00 credit hours. Prerequisite:IS 108 Internet Foundation.IS 272 Introduction to Computer SecurityThis course is a survey of information and computer security. Topics include security standards and policies, common threats and riskmanagement, disaster recovery planning, security architectures and design principles, access control, and network security. 3.00 credit hours.Prerequisite: IS 112 Computer Networks.IS 282 Network SecurityThis course introduces basic security principles such as establishing an effective security policy and the different types of hacker activities thatyou are most likely to encounter. It also will instruct the student in the latest security industry recommendations and how to properly protectleading OS servers in a variety of settings and conduct security audits. 4.00 credit hours. Prerequisites: IS 191 Linux Administration andNT 180 Network and Server Operating Systems (or NT 160 Network Operating Systems and NT 170 Server Operating Systems).414 Herzing UNIVERSITY undergraduate Catalog May 2012