Algorithms are the heart of any computer software; they define the procedure for accomplishing a data-intensive task. This course establishes terms and methods for talking about algorithms, examines some of the basic algorithms for sorting, searching and other fundamental tasks, and explores more advanced algorithms in bioinformatics and other fields. Prerequisite: EGR 227. (3 units; Spring)

The Christian worldview provides a framework within which the complicated ethical and social issues of computing can be considered. This course will guide students through an examination of several key ethical questions in computing, using Biblical principles as a guide. (2 units; Spring)

Introduces students to the organization and architecture of computer systems, beginning with the standard von Neumann model and then moving forward to more recent architectural concepts. Introduction to assembly language programming. Prerequisites: EGR 121 and 225. (3 units; Fall)

Introduction to concepts and considerations of modern compilers and programming languages. Language translation, types and declaration, and abstraction mechanisms are studied. Both functional and object-oriented programming paradigms are explored through examination of several programming languages. Prerequisite: EGR 227. (3 units; Fall)

Intelligent systems is concerned with the design and analysis of autonomous agents that perceive their environment and make rational decisions. This course introduces the basic definitions and issues in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning. Students will create reasoning systems in software and explore their capabilities in dealing with new knowledge. Ethical issues in Intelligent Systems will be presented and examined from a Christian perspective. Prerequisites: EGR 225, 227, and 305. (3 units; Spring)

This course provides an introduction to the field of Security in computing. Topics include common security standards and policies, cryptography and information security, access controls, attacks and countermeasures, and computer forensics. Prerequisite: EGR 222. (3 units; Fall)

Computer scientists use hardware and software components to solve problems; this course encompasses the theoretical basics that underlie them. Automata, languages and grammar, language processing, computability and complexity theory will be examined in detail. Important topics will be explored using a combination of conceptual work and coding exercises. Prerequisites: CSC 311 and EGR 225. (3 units; Fall)

Overview of current database technologies with an emphasis on relational database technology. Introduction to database design, entity relationship diagraming, structured query language, and stored procedures. Prerequisite: EGR 222. (3 units; Spring)

Focus on Programming real-time applications on an embedded platform running a real-time operating system (RTOS). Consideration will be given to cross-compiled software development, embedded system debugging, multitasking, real-time scheduling, inter-task communication, software design for deterministic execution time, software performance analysis and optimization, device drivers. Prerequisites: EGR 222 and 327. (3 units; Spring)