Computing Technology and Information Systems Major

Bachelor of Science Degree in Computing Technology and Information Systems

1. CTIS 210

   Introduction to Computer Programming. 4. Exploration of computer programming with emphasis on scientific, educational and entertainment applications. Topics include programming fundamentals, user interaction, graphics display, data processing, problem solving and artificial intelligence. Prior programming experience not required.Prerequisite: Background in using computers at the level of an introduction to computers course or equivalent experience, and mathematics background at the level of college algebra. Fullfills numeric/symbolic engagement

   As published: “Programming and Computation”
   4
2. CTIS 243

   Management Information Systems (BUS 243). 4. Introduction to the management of computing and information resources in organizations. Course topics include computer hardware and software, telecommunications, database management, electronic commerce and business intelligence. Students explore information technology and business problems and use spreadsheet and database applications to create effective solutions.Prerequisite: Background in using computers at the level of an introduction to computers course or equivalent experience. Fulfills business and policy studies requirement (1998). Social/ behavioral science requirement

   As published: “Management Information Systems (BUS 243)”
   4
3. CTIS 290

   Internship. 1-8

   As published: “Internship (or)”
   4-8
4. CTIS 390

   Internship. 1-8

   As published: “Internship”
5. CTIS 310

   Advanced Computer Programming. 4. A continuation of the study of program development begun in CTIS 210. The main areas of study are advanced programming features such as recursion and dynamic memory; a further investigation into object-oriented principles such as object-oriented design, inheritance and polymorphism; an introduction to simple data structures ? lists, queues, stacks and binary trees; and an introduction to algorithm analysis using searching and sorting algorithms.Prerequisite: CTIS 210

   As published: “Data Structures and Algorithms in Object-Oriented Programming”
   4
6. CTIS 320

   Seminar in Cyber Security. 3. This course focuses on ethical issues faced by security professionals, including those related to networks, intellectual property, privacy, security, reliability, liability, data collection and storage, and relevant current laws. This seminar examines the ethics of cyber security technologies and relevant current laws, in terms of the often-competing priorities of governments, corporations and citizens. This seminar also covers the professionalism for cyber and network security administrators such as job searching, interviewing skills and resume building. These topics are covered through readings, video/ multimedia, writings, discussions and presentations.Prerequisite: CTIS/JPS 221

   As published: “Seminar in Cyber Security and CTIS”
   2
7. CTIS 321

   Operating Systems. 4. Evaluation of computer operating systems and their basic organization. Includes concurrent programming and synchronization techniques such as locks, barriers, semaphores and monitors. Addresses message passing, memory management, interrupts and file systems. Students will examine the coding used to implement the algorithms and learn to modify these structures to satisfy the specific requirements of a project.Prerequisite: CTIS 210 or CTIS 221

   As published: “Operating Systems”
   4
8. CTIS 322

   Networking Computers. 4. In-depth exposure to the terms, concepts and configurations that have historically been, are currently being, and may in the future be used to accomplish inter-computer communication. Lab exercises focus on the installation of operating systems and configuration of their networking components, design and construction of examples of computer networks, and experimentation with performance and configuration of those networks.Prerequisite: CTIS 321

   As published: “Networking Computers”
   4
9. CTIS 342

   Database Systems. 4. Introduction to theory and practice of enterprise-level relational database systems. Using a database engine, students will learn the principles of entity relationship modeling and normalization. By modifying a database in a project, students will learn how to create queries using SQL, triggers, stored procedures, cursors, forms and reports.Prerequisite: CTIS 210 and BUS 243 or CTIS 243

   As published: “Database Systems”
   4
10. CTIS 345

    Systems Analysis and Design. 4. This course will provide a prospective systems analyst or system architect the techniques used in the analysis, design and implementation of computer-based information systems. The course will enable students to study user requirements, create requests for proposals, prepare project plans, address systems project scope, conduct feasibility studies by providing an understanding of the systems study, project evaluation, planning and systems design phases of the system life cycle.Prerequisite: CTIS 210 and CTIS 243

    As published: “Systems Analysis and Design”
    4
11. CTIS 440

    CTIS Capstone. 4. Project management in the context of the skills and knowledge developed in CTIS courses. Team approach and solution-oriented. Fulfills the Senior Seminar requirements for the Integrative Experience.Prerequisite: CTIS 321, CTIS 342 and one of the following: CTIS 310, CTIS 322, CTIS 345 or instructor permission

    As published: “CTIS Capstone”
    4
12. Choose One Elective from:

    Not resolved to a course
    4
13. ART 245

    Digital Darkroom. 4. Introductory class working with Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator to manipulate and create images. Design principles emphasized. Can be repeated for credit at the 300- or 400-level. No prerequisite. Fulfills arts requirement (1998). Arts/humanities and embodied and creative engagement requirements

    As published: “Digital Darkroom”
    2019
14. CTIS/PHYS 104

    Elementary Electronics (PHYS 104)

    Not resolved to a course
15. CTIS/JPS 221

    Fundamentals of Cyber Security (JPS 221)

    Not resolved to a course
16. CTIS 230

    Web Design and Development. 4. This course introduces students to the designing and development of web pages using a variety of front-end web technology. Students will learn how to organize information on web pages using Hypertext Markup Language (HTML); create web designs using Cascading Style Sheets (CSS); and create dynamic behaviors using JavaScript. Web design concepts will be employed to create web pages that are aesthetically pleasing and user friendly. Students will learn how to use modern web development tools to efficiently create, test and validate web pages across multiple browser environments. Students will apply web design techniques and web development technologies in creating a small, dynamic website

    As published: “Web Design and Development”
17. CTIS/THEA 274

    Digital Graphic Design (THEA274)

    Not resolved to a course
18. CTIS 331

    Information Design. 4. Theory and application of human-computer interaction, information architecture, usability and markup languages. Examination of communication and information transfer from the perspectives of both the provider and the consumer. Role of test, video, interactivity and other methods of providing information in computer and network-based settings

    As published: “Information Design”
19. GEOL 340

    Images of the Earth: GIS and Remote Sensing. 4. Focuses on various ways to classify, represent and visualize the Earth's surface. Interpretation, creation and use of maps, aerial photographs and satellite images. Exploration, construction and use of geographic information systems (GIS) and other computer-based methods to create maps and visualize data. Application of knowledge and techniques to issues such as ecosystem management, environmental assessment, urban planning, geologic mapping, global change and archaeology. Can also count toward the CTIS major

    As published: “Images of the Earth: GIS and Remote Sensing”
20. MATH 212

    Discrete Mathematics. 4. Algorithms, recursion, induction, sequences and series, combinatorics, counting techniques, and proof techniques particularly as related to the mathematics of computing. Fulfills numeric/symbolic engagement requirement (2019).Prerequisite: MATH 220 Calculus I, AP Calculus, or instructor permission

    As published: “Discrete Mathematics”
21. PHIL 241

    Ethics In a Digital World
    4
22. PHIL 292

    Formal Logic
23. XD 220

    Experience Design. 4. Experience design (XD) combines knowledge and skills from many disciplines to craft products and services that fulfill user?s needs and designers. Students will learn fundamental design principles of products, services and experiences to evaluate existing user experiences. Creating user-centered design requires the application of design constraints, affordances, visibility and feedback to create effective product and interface designs. Furthermore, user experience integrates perspectives from product and interface design, usability research, interaction design and others. Fulfills arts requirement (1998). Arts/humanities requirement

    As published: “Experience Design”
    2019