Major Courses

Introduction to computer science. Covers problem solving methods and algorithm development; modern programming methodologies; and fundamentals of high-level block structured language using C++. Prerequisite: EGR 181 or MAT 115. (3 units; Fall, Spring, and Online)

The students will learn the theoretical and practical aspects of project management. Topics include organizational theory, group behavior, project management skills, case studies, personal and group productivity tools, management of distributed work, stakeholders, consultants, and knowledge management. Students will also learn software development team configuration and maintenance; software project documentation; communication in a software project (reporting and presentations); project management tools; advanced life cycle models; measurement, metrics and control; testing; systems integration; maintenance; systems development automation. (3 units; Online)

This course begins with business functional analysis and ends with object oriented information systems design. Students are introduced to tools and techniques enabling effective analysis, design and documentation of an information system. The student learns formal methodologies that form the basis of object-oriented systems engineering practices. Models that focus on the articulation of business functions, integrating process, data and behavioral abstractions form the core of formal methods in systems development using the unified modeling language (UML). (3 units; Online)

This course provides an understanding of information systems and their use in achieving strategic advantage in business practice. This class explores the technology itself, focusing on the primary business application of the technology, what problems it can address, and the organizational importance of these systems for remaining competitive in a global economy. Students will become familiar with the wide range of business processes that must be managed effectively for success. The class demonstrates the many types of information systems supporting business processes and a study of how technology, especially information technology, can be used as an essential component of linking technology policy with corporate strategy and identifying technology options that will ensure the most effective execution of organizational strategy. (3 units; Online)

This course offers extensive and topical coverage of the legal, ethical, and societal implications of information technology. Students will learn about issues such as file sharing, infringement of intellectual property, security risks, internet crime, identity theft, employee surveillance, privacy, compliance, social networking, and ethics of it corporations. Students will gain an excellent foundation in ethical decision making for current and future business managers and it professionals. (3 units; Online)

This course is a comprehensive introduction to data management in organizations. It establishes the data management foundation for the computing major. Topics include conceptual and logical data modeling, entity relationship and relational data modeling, and database design and implementation using the SQL programming language. (3 units; Online)

This course will provide the student with the knowledge of modern computer and network security procedures, the ability to recognize attacks, and best practices process countermeasures. Students will also learn how to process the authentication, identification, data secrecy, data integrity, authorization, access control, computer viruses, and general network security procedures. This course will also cover secure e-commerce and applications of public key methods, digital certificates, and credentials. (3 units; Online)

The intention of this course is to furnish students with a comprehensive initial exposure to cloud computing. It acquaints students with the principles of cloud setup and implementation, safety measures, upkeep, supervision, and problem resolution. Students will use cloud platforms like Microsoft Azure and AWS gaining pragmatic familiarity with handling cloud technologies. The content of this course corresponds with the subjects addressed in CompTIA's Cloud+ certification examination. (3 units; Online)

This course is an introduction to object-oriented design and data structures using the popular Python programming language. The course covers four major aspects of computing: programming basics, object oriented programming, data structures, and software development life cycle. The level of instruction assumes at least one semester of programming in an object-oriented language C++. Topics include the design of collection classes with polymorphism and inheritance, multiple implementations of collection interfaces, and the analysis of the space/time tradeoffs of different collection implementations (specifically array-based implementations and link-based implementations). Collections covered include sets, lists, stacks, queues, trees, dictionaries, and graphs. Prerequisite: EGR 121. (3 units; Online)

The course will introduce concepts in programming web application servers. We will study of the fundamental architectural elements of programming web sites that produce content dynamically. The primary technology introduced will be java servlets and java server pages (JSPS), but we will also cover the related topics as necessary so that students may build significant applications. Such topics include: http; html and xml; JavaBeans; design patterns (e.g., abstract factories and model-view-controller); tag libraries (JSTL); relational databases (MYSQL/JDBC); object-relation mapping tools; security (including SSL); Ajax; web services (SOAP/WSDL/UDDI); frameworks; internationalization; scalability and performance issues. (3 units; Online)

This course introduces students to the fundamentals of microsoft.net framework, the asp.net web development environment, and c# programming. It also covers xml web services, SQL server database and Microsoft web server iis (internet information services). Students study how to develop powerful web sites and web applications that access databases using dynamic, server-side programming in C#. They also learn how to deploy such applications over various servers. Prerequisite: CIT 440. (3 units; Online)

Provides students with the ability to assess the IT needs of an organization and select, develop, integrate, and administer the appropriate solution. Specifically, students will be proficient in the technical aspects of a network, including installation, maintenance, monitoring, resource management, user management, and performance issues; have working knowledge in common operating systems including installation, configuration, scripting, user and resource management, troubleshooting and the use of common system utilities; and they will be able to evaluate, analyze, design, manage, administer and troubleshoot networks. (3 units; Online)

Students will acquire the ability to assess the IT needs of an organization and select, develop, integrate, and administer appropriate solutions. Specifically, students will be proficient in the technical aspects of wireless networking, network operating systems, in-depth TCP/IP networking, voice and video over IP, network security, troubleshooting network problems ensuring integrity and availability, and network management. Prerequisite: CIT 460. (3 units; Online)

This course provides the opportunity to integrate knowledge and demonstrate skills obtained throughout the program in the form of an enterprise level information systems related project, which involves the analysis of an organization's needs, the development of an information systems architecture, and the project management components needed for successful implementation. The course culminates with a final project plan and presentation. (3 units; Online)