Computer Science and Information Systems (B.S.)

General Education Core

Computer Science Concentration (not offered completely online) 49-51 Credit Hours

This program concentrates on the technical areas of computing with an emphasis on programming and algorithm design. It includes a significant mathematics component.

• CSCI 1010 - Introduction to Programming I 3

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• CSCI 2010 - Introduction to Programming II 3

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• CSCI 2000 - Programming and Data Structures using C++ 4

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• CSCI 2070 - Programming in Selected Languages I 3

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• CSCI 2080 - Programming Selected Languages II 3

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• CSCI 3250 - Data Structure and Algorithms 3
• CSCI 3400 - Computer Organization I 3
• CSCI 3410 - Computer Organization II 3
• CSCI 4100 - Operating Systems and Architecture 3
• CSCI 4230 - Programming Languages 3
• CSCI 4270 - Algorithm Design and Analysis 3
• CSCI 4800 - Computer Science and Information Systems Seminar 1
• MATH 1910 - Calculus and Analytic Geometry 4
• MATH 1920 - Calculus and Analytical Geometry 5
• MATH 3000 - Discrete Mathematics 3
• MATH 3450 - Linear Algebra 3
• MATH 4670 - Numerical Analysis 3

• Select two from:

• CSCI 3005 - Object Oriented Programming 3
• CSCI 3500 - Theory of Automata, Formal Languages, and Computation 3
• CSCI 4010 - Mobile Software Development I 3
• CSCI 4020 - Mobile Software Development II 3
• CSCI 4350 - Compiler Design 3
• CSCI 4400 - Principles of Database Management 3
• CSCI 4450 - Introduction to Artificial Intelligence 3
• CSCI 4550 - Computer Graphics 3
• CSCI 4560 - Introduction to Autonomous Robots 3
• CSCI 4600 - Software Design and Development 3

• Electives: 10-24 Credit Hours in consultation with an advisor

Database Administration Concentration: 40 Credit Hours

This program trains students in the design, implementation, and administration of databases, including those accessed by Web applications.

• CSCI 1005 - Computer Hardware, Software, and Programming Concepts 3
• CSCI 1015 - Introduction to Computer Programming 3
• CSCI 3000 - Data Modeling 3
• CSCI 3200 - Principles of Information Security 3
• CSCI 3300 - Introduction to Web Development 3
• CSCI 3700 - Data Communications and Networking 3
• CSCI 4400 - Principles of Database Management 3
• CSCI 4460 - Content Management Systems 3
• CSCI 4650 - Introduction to ASP.NET Programming 3
• CSCI 4750 - Systems Analysis and Design 3
• CSCI 4800 - Computer Science and Information Systems Seminar 1
• CSCI 4940 - Internship in Information Technology 3

• Select two (2) courses below:

• CSCI 4410 - Database Admin Using DB2 3
• CSCI 4420 - Database Admin-MS SQL Server 3
• CSCI 4430 - Database Admin Using Oracle 3
• CSCI 4440 - Introduction to Open Source Databases 3

• Minor or Second Concentration: 18 Credit Hours

  Electives: 20 Credit Hours in consultation with advisor

Information Systems Concentration: 43-47 Credit Hours

This program is intended for those who plan to work in some area of computer applications in the business field. Areas of study include data communications, database management, and systems analysis and design, along with an emphasis on programming in several languages that are useful for business applications.

• CSCI 1010 - Introduction to Programming I 3

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• CSCI 2010 - Introduction to Programming II 3

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• CSCI 2000 - Programming and Data Structures using C++ 4

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• CSCI 2070 - Programming in Selected Languages I 3

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• CSCI 2080 - Programming Selected Languages II 3

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• CSCI 3020 - XML Processing 3
• CSCI 3200 - Principles of Information Security 3
• CSCI 3300 - Introduction to Web Development 3
• CSCI 3400 - Computer Organization I 3
• CSCI 3700 - Data Communications and Networking 3

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• CSCI 4000 - Advanced Web Development 3

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• CSCI 4650 - Introduction to ASP.NET Programming 3

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• CSCI 4100 - Operating Systems and Architecture 3
• CSCI 4400 - Principles of Database Management 3
• CSCI 4750 - Systems Analysis and Design 3
• CSCI 4800 - Computer Science and Information Systems Seminar 1
• MATH 1530 - Elements of Statistics 3
• ENGL 1100 - Technical and Report Writing 3

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• MATH 1810 - Elements of Calculus 3

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• MATH 1910 - Calculus and Analytic Geometry 4

• Minor or Second Concentration: 18 Credit Hours

  Electives: 20 Credit Hours in Consultation with an advisor

Internet and Web Technology Concentration: 43 Credit Hours

This concentration trains students in the development and support of Internet applications. It emphasizes the construction of Websites and the use of scripting languages.

• CSCI 1005 - Computer Hardware, Software, and Programming Concepts 3
• CSCI 1015 - Introduction to Computer Programming 3
• CSCI 3200 - Principles of Information Security 3
• CSCI 3300 - Introduction to Web Development 3
• CSCI 3350 - Web User Interface Design 3
• CSCI 3700 - Data Communications and Networking 3
• CSCI 4000 - Advanced Web Development 3
• CSCI 4050 - Multimedia Tools and Technique 3
• CSCI 4400 - Principles of Database Management 3
• CSCI 4460 - Content Management Systems 3
• CSCI 4630 - Web Server Administrator 3
• CSCI 4750 - Systems Analysis and Design 3
• CSCI 4800 - Computer Science and Information Systems Seminar 1
• CSCI 4940 - Internship in Information Technology 3

• Select one (1) course from:

• CSCI 4390 - Introduction to JAVA Server Pages 3
• CSCI 4650 - Introduction to ASP.NET Programming 3

• Minor or Second Concentration: 18 Credit Hours

  Electives: 20 Credit Hours in consultation with an advisor

Networking Concentration: 40 Credit Hours

This concentration provides students with an in-depth understanding of the foundations of data communication and modern networking technology and develops the technical skills needed to deploy and manage an enterprise network in a secure computing environment.

• CSCI 1005 - Computer Hardware, Software, and Programming Concepts 3
• CSCI 1015 - Introduction to Computer Programming 3
• CSCI 3200 - Principles of Information Security 3
• CSCI 3300 - Introduction to Web Development 3
• CSCI 3700 - Data Communications and Networking 3
• CSCI 3870 - Wireless Communication and Networking 3
• CSCI 4400 - Principles of Database Management 3
• CSCI 4520 - Network Security 3
• CSCI 4630 - Web Server Administrator 3
• CSCI 4670 - Network Applications 3
• CSCI 4770 - Advanced Data Communications and Networking 3
• CSCI 4800 - Computer Science and Information Systems Seminar 1
• CSCI 4940 - Internship in Information Technology 3

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• CSCI 3760 - Linux Network Operating System Administration 3

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• CSCI 3770 - Microsoft Windows Network Operating System Administration 3

• Minor is Required: 18 Credit Hours

  Electives: 20 Credit Hours in consultation with advisor

Minor

A minor is required for all concentrations.

For Database Administration Concentration, a minor is required. Any minor, any minor, other than the Web Technology minor is acceptable.

For Information Systems Concentration, a minor is required. Any minor, other than the Web Technology minor and the Computer Science minor is acceptable.

For Internet and Web Technology Concentration,  a minor is required. Any minor, other than the Web Technology minor is acceptable.

For Networking Concentration,  a minor is required. Any minor, other than the Computer Networking minor is acceptable.