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Pregraduate
Courses | Graduate
Courses
Below
is a complete list of courses offered by Knowledge Systems Institute
on the Graduate and Pre-graduate levels. Many of the courses present
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in the course description or you may contact
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lectures.
Pre-graduate
Courses (300 level)
Introduction
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CIS 310. This course covers fundamental concepts in programming using the Visual Basic programming language. Data structures and file management techniques are also covered in this course. (3 credits) |
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Computer Systems
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CIS 320. This course introduces computer architecture and organization, machine instructions and reading assembly code. Operating systems concepts and software tools such as the assembler, linker and debugger are discussed. (3 credits) |
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Computer Languages
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CIS 321. This is an introduction to computing in Java. Students will learn the control structures of Java along with an introduction to data structures and classes. Students will also learn structured programming techniques. (3 credits) |
Object Oriented Programming
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CIS 322. C# is an object-oriented programming language and designed to work with Microsoft's .NET platform. C#, one of the favored language among those programming for Microsoft .NET platform, aims to facilitate the exchange of information and services over the Web as well as to help C# developers succeed in creating a safe, simple, component-based, high-performance and highly portable consol or web application. (3 credits) |
Bioinformatics I
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| CIS 324. This course is intended as a hands-on laboratory experience for all students
intending to acquire programming skills in bioinformatics. It is the first
class in a three-course sequence. Perl has become the most extensively used
programming language in the field, and our objective is to enable students
to write effective bioinformatics programs using this language. The class
has no formal prerequisites, but those enrolling should have a basic
knowledge of programming and distributed systems. (3 credits) |
Bioinformatics II
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| CIS 325. This course is a continuation of Bioinformatics I. In this course, students
will be raised to a higher level of Perl programming in bioinformatics,
including parsing FASTA, reading GenBank files and processing BLAST output
files. Students will also be guided to more advanced programming techniques,
including advanced data structures, modules and object-oriented programming
in Perl. The only prerequisite for the course is Bioinformatics I, or
equivalent training at another institution. Prerequisite: CIS324. (3 credits) |
Bioinformatics III
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| CIS 326. This course is an extension of the two preceding classes on Bioninformatics.
More advanced work will be conducted in Perl programming, and students will
learn how to create attractive graphics applications by using Perl TK. The
course will also review the basics of relational database systems, and then
concentrate on the unique Perl modules that provide an interface with
relevant relational databases, including MySQL. The final part of the course
will cover such topics as BioPerl and its many critical usages. BioPerl is a
collection of more than 500 Perl modules used in Bioinformatics, and is
maintained by an international team of volunteers. The prerequisite for the
course is CSI 325, or relevant training at another institution. Prerequisite: CIS324 & CIS325. (3 credits) |
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Database Programming
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CIS 331. An introduction to modern database management systems. Emphasis is on the application of database systems to information system design. Term projects involve the design of a customized information system using database tools. (3 credits) |
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Database Administration
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CIS 333. The techniques and procedures for database administration, maintenance, change management, backup and recovery, are studied in the environment of Oracle database systems. Prerequisite: CIS331. (3 credits) |
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Operating Systems
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CIS 340. In this course, students will learn the principles of modern operating systems. Processor management. Scheduling, memory management, paging, virtual storage, and virtual machine concepts are introduced. Students will also learn features of such operating systems as Windows, UNIX, and the .NET architecture of Windows. Prerequisite: CIS310 or CIS321. (3 credits) |
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UNIX Operating System
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CIS 341. This course is an in-depth study of the UNIX/LINUX operating system. In this course, shell programs and commands of UNIX are analyzed, so that the student will gain insight into the inner workings of a modern operating system. Prerequisite: CIS321. (3 credits) |
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Data Structures & Advanced Programming
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CIS 350. To write good programs, a thorough understanding of data structures and their mathematical basis in discrete structures is necessary. In this course, students will learn basic data structures - stacks, queues, trees, lists, graphs - and their implementation. Prerequisite: CIS321. (3 credits) |
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Digital Systems
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CIS 360. This course covers fundamentals of digital systems, integrated circuit (IC) components, microprocessors and peripherals. Several laboratory experiments are included in the course. Prerequisites: CIS320 & CIS321. (3 credits) |
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Systems Programming
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CIS 363. An introduction to basic software component and hardware features of computer systems. Covers machine architecture of several computer systems, interrupt and trap systems, I/O programming at the hardware level, interface design, operating systems, Windows programming and networking. Prerequisites: CIS322 & CIS340. (3 credits) |
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Computer Graphics
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CIS 367. Introduction to software and hardware for computer graphics. Hands-on exercises to develop graphics applications. Prerequisite: CIS350. (3 credits) |
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Introduction to Computer Networks
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CIS 370. Provides an introduction to network operation and practice. Client/server PC networking is emphasized. Includes network setup, administration, trouble shooting, and configuration of Cisco routers/firewall. Prerequisite: CIS321. (3 credits) |
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Introduction to Web Design
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ART 391. An introduction to the principles of design for the web. We begin with fundamental issues of drawing and composition and then introduce more advanced techniques of layout and image editing. The creative compositional and artistic visual aspects of web design as well as practical use of software is covered. (3 credits) |
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Advanced Web Design
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ART 392. This course will build upon the basic principles of design and focus on more advanced techniques and artistic issues. Students will continue to develop the creative compositional and artistic visual aspects of web design as well as their use of design tools. Prerequisite: ART391. (3 credits) |
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3D Animation (I)
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| ART 395. This course exposes you to all the facets of 3D Animation by introducing and explaining its tools and functions to help you understand how 3D Animation operates. The course covers the basic training of 3D modeling with Polygons, 3D modeling with NURBs, 3D Animation, and 3D shading, Texturing and Lighting. The course explains workflow – not only how specific 3D Animations are accomplished, but why that is and how they fit into the larger process of producing 3D animation films. (3 credits) |
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3D Animation (II)
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ART 396. This course trains you in the advanced features of 3D Animation by studying projects related to character animation in movie making. This course covers advanced topics of 3D Animation, including articulated and skinned character animation, dynamics with rigid body and liquid, matrials, textures, mental ray rendering, hair, clothes, fur and fluid. You will do many kinds of workshop projects using: Maya. Working through these, you will master the knowledge and hone the skills of 3D animation. Prerequisites: ART395. (3 credits) |
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Principles of Management
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| BA 301. Basic management functions and specific areas of management as found in the contemporary business organization. (3 credits) |
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Accounting Principles and Computerized Applications
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BA 302. This course covers basic accounting theory and its computerized applications. The students will learn how to apply accounting principles to computerized applications as well as extensive model building to solve financial accounting problems. Prerequisite: none (3 credits) |
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Principles of Marketing
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BA 305. Marketing principles and operations. Buying motives, habits, and demands of consumers, channels of distribution, marketing functions and policies, marketing costs and marketing and government relations. Prerequisite: BA301. (3 credits) |
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Managerial Finance
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BA 307. An introduction to capital budgeting and financial accounting practies in organizational management. Topics include external and internal sources of funds, risk analysis, dividend policy and retained earnings. Prerequisite: BA302. (3 credits) |
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Managerial Economics
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BA 308. Economics principles. The application of micro-economics and macroeconomics to managerial decision making to help organizations better forecast, plan and control their environments. (3 credits) |
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Biology
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BIO 378. An introduction to biology. Explanation of the concepts and terminology in the life sciences, especially those related to molecular medicine and infectious diseases. (3 credits) |
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Global Communications
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HM 381. An examination of the structure and flow of international communication and media products. Organization of media and international impact of new media and information technology. The global village and the electronic cottage. (3 credits) |
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Introduction to Computer Law
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HM 382. Computer professionals need to understand the legal issues involved in the computer industry including copyright and patents, confidentiality, ownership, licensing, consulting, fraud, privacy, the Internet, and international law. Students will gain an understanding of the use of law as a management tool and legal responsibilities required in the industry. (3 credits) |
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Advanced Computer Law
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HM 383. This course focuses on specialized legal issues relating to commerce and the computer industry. Students will explore legal issues associated with the Internet and electronic commerce leading to an understanding of the law as a management tool for commerce in the context of the Internet environment. Prerequisite: HM382. (3 credit) |
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Introduction to Psychology
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HM 384. An introduction to the modern theories of psychology, cognitive science and learning for computer and information scientists. (3 credits) |
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Computers and Thought
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HM 385. This course will explore different ways of thinking: logical thinking, levels of thinking, cultural differences in thinking, and AI models in thinking and knowledge representation. (3 credits) |
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Manuscript Writing and Communications
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HM 388. Theory and practice in writing manuscripts for presentation and communications in academics, business, industry and government. (3 credits) |
SAS Fast Track |
MA 177. This program is a practical introduction to statistical computing focused on data analysis and reporting applications. The course offers both conceptual and applied knowledge in a well-balanced fashion. The course is designed to provide an in-depth working knowledge of the SAS language with or without prior SAS knowledge. |
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Boolean Algebra and Logic
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MA 371. Boolean algebra and mathematical logic will be explored in this course. Topics include: Boolean algebra, applications to computer design, propositional and predicate logic, and logic of programs. (3 credits) |
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Continuous Mathematics
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MA 374. This course is designed for students who have inadequate background in continuous mathematics. Topics include: basic concepts in calculus, differentiation, integration, numerical analysis and differential equations. (3 credits) |
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Introduction to SAS
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MA 375. The course is an introduction to programming in the SAS system for data management, statistical analysis and reporting. SAS as a high-level programming language is emphasized. The statistical analysis capabilities of SAS are also discussed. (3 credits) |
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SAS Base Programming
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MA 377. The course is designed and delivered to teach SAS programming techniques and basic SAS skills. It will teach you from the ground up how to use the SAS environment and write programming code to access, manage, analyze, and present data. Prerequisite: MA375. (3 credits) |
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SAS Advanced Programming
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MA 379. This course introduces procedures used to obtain descriptive statistics, frequency tables, and cross tabulations. You will also be introduced to several inferential statistics such as the chi-square test, independent- and paired-sample t-tests, bivariate correlations, regression, and univariate and repeated- measures ANOVA using realtime data.
After completing this course, you should be able to obtain descriptive statistics, create a frequency table, create a cross tabulation table, perform a chi- square test of independence, use t-tests, conduct regression analysis, and specify basic ANOVA models using SAS.
Prerequisite: MA377. (3 credits) |
Graduate
Courses (500 level)
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Information System Design
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CIS 501. Fundamentals of information structures utilizing sequential, indexed sequential, and direct access files. Design and implementation of web-based information systems, distributed systems, and knowledge-based systems. Prerequisite: competency in high-level languages and data structures. (3 credits) |
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Database Management Systems
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CIS 502. Fundamentals of database design. Relational approaches to database design. Object-oriented database systems. Survey of commercially available database systems. Prerequisite: CIS331. (3 credits) |
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Theory of Computation
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CIS 503. Computation models and formal languages. Correspondence of machine hierarchy with language hierarchy. Precise definition of the concept of an algorithm. Undecidability results. Prerequisite: CIS350. (3 credits) |
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Programming Languages
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CIS 504. A survey and comparison of various programming languages, including Visual Basic, Visual C++, Java, C#, etc. Procedural and non-procedural languages. Object-oriented programming languages. Prerequisites: CIS322 & CIS350. (3 credits) |
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Compiling Techniques
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CIS 505. Scanning and parsing. Syntax-directed parsers such as LR(k) parsers. Storage allocation. Subroutine linkage. Code generation and optimization. Implementation of a simple compiler. Prerequisite: CIS504. (3 credits) |
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Advanced Operating Systems
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CIS 506. File systems, process management, memory management, operating system kernel, and a survey of distributed operating systems. Prerequisite: CIS340. (3 credits) |
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Principles of Computer Networks
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CIS 507. A unified treatment of all aspects of computer networks, including interfaces, protocols, flow and error control, routing, and network architecture. Hands-on exercises in Client-Server, UNIX and Microsoft Windows Systems. Prerequisite: CIS370. (3 credits) |
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Database Network Administration and Tuning
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CIS 508. Database performance tuning, SQL and application design tuning, I/O tuning, resource management, database network architecture and administration, server and client configuration, and advanced security options. Prerequisite: CIS331. (3 credits) |
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Knowledge Engineering
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CIS 509. The use of heuristics, production rules, and theorem-proving techniques to design expert systems and knowledge-based systems. Class projects include the design of a small knowledge-based system. Prerequisite: CIS504. (3 credits) |
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Software Project Management
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CIS 510. Software engineering techniques and management practices for large scale information system development, including the software development process, methodology, environment, tools and teamwork concepts. Communication, presentation and documentation skills will also be emphasized. A group project is required. Prerequisite: CIS331. (3 credits) |
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Mini/Micro Computer Systems
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CIS 511. Survey of popular microprocessors and their architectures. Hardware design considerations and trade-offs. Memory, interrupt handling, I/O structures, interfacing techniques. Hardware and software design tools. Troubleshooting, Real-life applications are emphasized. This course includes several laboratory projects. Prerequisite: CIS506. (3 credits) |
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Multi-Media Information Systems
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CIS 513. This course concentrates on the design of multimedia information systems handling text, graphics, images and voice for information exchange, integration and control. The basic concepts, tools and techniques of computer graphics are described. Recent advances in optical disk technology, teleconferencing, hypermedia systems and visual programming systems will also be surveyed. Prerequisites: CIS502 & CIS504. (3 credits) |
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User Interface Engineering
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CIS 514. User interface design criteria, semantic and syntactic aspects of user interface, graphics/visual interface, tools under Windows and object-oriented programming for user interface design. Prerequisites: CIS502 & CIS504. (3 credits) |
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Computer Vision
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CIS 516. Image processing techniques: segmentation, boundary detection, object recognition, 3D object representation and recognition. Knowledge representation for computer vision. Applications to industrial robotics, parts inspection and factory automation will be discussed. Prerequisites: CIS503 & CIS504. (3 credits) |
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Advanced Computer Graphics
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CIS 517. Hardware, software, data structure, programming language and mathematical requirements for developing 2D and 3D applications of computer graphics, including computer-aided design (CAD) and computer-aided manufacturing (CAM). Advanced Windows programming using Xlib, Motif and C++. Prerequisites: CIS322 & CIS367. (3 credits) |
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Computer Architecture
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CIS 518. Introduction to computer architecture. Processor architecture, sequential and microprogramming controls, memory organizations, I/O structures, bus structures, peripherals and interfacing, computer communication. Prerequisite: CIS506. (3 credits) |
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CIS 519. Enterprise engineering is an emerging discipline for the 21st century. This course will explore the development of electronic enterprise to facilitate electronic commerce and to integrate enterprise information and empower knowledge workers of all levels with decision-support capabilities using the Java programming language, EJB J2EE. Prerequisite: CIS321. (3 credits) |
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Advanced Computer Networks and Security
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CIS 520. A project-oriented class. Higher layers of ISO/OSI model, the implementation of TCP/IP, NetBIOS, IPX/SPX, Sockets, Client/Server Model, Network Management, Network Security, Router Setup, broadband communication and ATM concepts, Enterprise Network Systems, etc. Prerequisite: CIS507. (3 credits) |
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Queueing Theory and Simulation
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CIS 521. Queuing models of computer networks and systems. Birth-death systems; single and multiple server systems. Steady-state behavior of general service time queues. Priority queues. Approximation methods and algorithms for complex queues. Simulation. Prerequisites: CIS350 & CIS370. (3 credits) |
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Computer Security and Cryptography
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| CIS 522. This course will present a practical survey of concepts, principles and practice of cryptography and computer security. The first part will cover “conventional” cryptography: symmetric techniques. The next part will cover basic Public Key Cryptography. In the third part of the course we will cover some of cryptographic protocols. Prerequisites: CIS502 & CIS503. (3 credits) |
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Computational Mathematics for Bioinformatics
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CIS 523. This course will introduce the basic concepts of probability, statistics and stochastic processes used in computational biology and bioinformatics. Topics will include random variables, statistical estimation and inference, Markov chains and random walks. Prerequisites: High school or college algebra. (3 credits) |
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Bioinformatics I
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CIS 524. This course will focus on programming aspects of bioinformatics. It provides an introduction to Perl language. We emphasis on bioinformatics application including DNA sequence analysis, parsing FASTA and GenBank files, processing BLAST output files, object oriented Perl, Bioperl. Prerequisites: BIO378, CIS310. (3 credits) |
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Bioinformatics II
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CIS 525. This course will provide an introduction to the following topic: sequence alignment, database searching, RNA structure prediction, micro-array sequence analysis, gene prediction, and protein folding prediction. A detailed analysis of the algorithms behind each of these topics will be explored. Prerequisite: CIS524. (3 credits) |
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Bioinformatics III
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CIS 526. This course will introduce several fundamental and most widely used bioinformatics tools in sequence analysis, as well as the widely adopted programming language, Python. Prerequisites: CIS321 and CIS524. (3 credits) |
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Bioinformatics IV
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CIS 527. This course will include case studies in such areas as biomedical information retrieval, biomedical data mining, protein 3D structures and drug discovery, so that students can gain experience in applying bioinformatics tools to different application domains. Prerequisites: CIS321 and CIS524. (3 credits) |
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Software Design Workshop
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CIS 562. Students will engage in group projects on software factory, software reuse, reverse engineering, re-engineering and other topics of current interest. Prerequisite: CIS510. (3 credits) |
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Information Security Assurance
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CIS 563. Students will learn how to accomplish information security goals by following assurance standards, ISO standards, the certification process, and planning for assurance certification. (3 credits) |
Software Agents |
CIS 564. The content of this course consists of the introduction to software agents, basic modules of software agent systems, software agent development methods and tools, mobile agents, agent communications, and various software agent applications and related research issues. Students will have various software agent laboratories by using fixed and mobile agent tools to implement software agents. (3 credits) |
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Introduction to Digital Art
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CIS 571. This course gives an in-depth introduction to digital art: elements of drawing, music composition, sculpture and other forms of artistic expression, digital media, 3D graphics and time-based media. This course may be team taught by artists. |
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Digital Art Workshop
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CIS 572. This workshop provides an intensive training environment for students to engage in individual experiments on digital art and design applications utilizing various media, including images, sound and other sensory information. Prerequisite: CIS571. (3 credits) |
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Digital Production Studio
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CIS 573. This course will enable the students to understand the theory and practice of a multimedia production, and allow the students to develop skills and attitudes that foster creativity, innovation and collaboration. Prerequisites: CIS513, CIS517 and CIS571. (3 credits) |
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Digital Video Production
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CIS 574. The goal of the course is for each student to gain in-depth experience throughout a video production process as a crew member and to explore techniques and aesthetics in DV film making. (3 credits) |
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Digital Audio Production
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CIS 575.
This course is (an advanced level sequence) studio-lecture-discussion course that investigates the artistic potential of sound and media performance and installation art-making and explores the intricate dynamics and relationships of electronic media with multi-media performance and installation. (3 credits) |
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DV Independent Film Production
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CIS 576. This course requires students to engage themselves in DV film production with a focus on the art, technology and business of low-budget digital filmmaking. Students will work through the several key phases of independent film creation process: pre-production, production and post-production. (3 credits) |
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Digital Cinematography
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CIS 577. This course introduces the theories and techniques used in lighting and scene design when creating a setting for digital video, animation and/or game projects. Students will also learn to apply the lighting elements of visibility, selective focus, modeling and setting the mood to a scene. (3 credits) |
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Research Project for MS Degree
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CIS 599. Nine hours are required. Students will be guided individually to do an advanced project. (9 credits) |
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Special Seminars
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CIS 700. Under the supervision of an instructor, students may request to study individually an advanced subject not included in the regular courses. Students are required to read one or more textbooks and/or a collection of papers, do exercises and take examinations. All the requirements are identical to the requirements for a regular graduate course. (3 credits) |
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Management Information Systems
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BA 501. Introduction to information resource management. Business systems, economics of information, and the information services organization. Effective and efficient utilization of computer technology, including hardware, software, and system development. Role of database administration. (3 credits) |
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Financial Accounting
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BA 502. Overview of accounting principles and basic concepts of financial reporting. Information processing in accounting systems. Major steps in computerization. Installation of the accounting modules. Case study includes the computerization of a general ledger system. Prerequisite: BA302. (3 credits) |
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Decision Support Systems
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BA 503. Introduction to decision support systems with related information requirements to facilitate planning, control and operations in an organization. Mathematical tools in decision-making. Knowledge-based systems for decision support. Case study and end user computing exercises. Prerequisite: MA374. (3 credits) |
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Business Management
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BA 504. Comparative study of various forms of business organization, finance, personnel problems, marketing and business and government relations. Survey of management concepts and techniques for organizations dedicated to technological innovation. Prerequisite: BA301. (3 credits) |
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Marketing Management
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BA 505. Marketing principles, analysis, planning and decision making. Marketing management, buyer behavior, segmentation, product policy, forecasting, pricing, distribution, advertising, promotion, marketing information systems and competitive strategy. Prerequisite: BA305. (3 credits) |
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Organization and Management Development
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BA 506. Characteristics of business and other types of organization. System concepts in organizations. Organization theories. Behavioral factors in leadership, managing change, motivation, and interpersonal communication. Impacts of information technologies. Strategies for managing organizational change. (3 credits) |
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Quantitative Methods for Business Decisions
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BA 508. A study of modern management decision-making techniques through theory and hands-on case studies in financial analysis, capacity planning, inventory control, work-force management, transformation process and quality enhancement. (3 credits) |
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Operations and Production Management
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BA 509. This course provides a conceptual framework for studying and organizing the operation/production functions efficiently for management decisions involving input-output transformations. Work design and processing, capacity planning and labor-force management, scheduling, assignment, and inventory control. (3 credits) |
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Corporate Finance
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BA 510. A comprehensive study of corporate financial management. Capital budgeting, the role of financial markets, risk and return, financial decision, dividend policy and capital structure. Prerequisite: BA307. (3 credits) |
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International Finance
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BA 511. A comprehensive study of international financial markets and currencies. Topics include the nature of foreign exchange risk, determination of exchange rates, Eurocurrency markets, international investments. Prerequisite: BA307. (3 credits) |
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Financial Markets and Institutions
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BA 512. Analysis of financial markets and institutions. Financial intermediaries such as banks, investment companies, and stock exchanges. Options and futures markets. Prerequisite: BA307. (3 credits) |
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Electronic Enterprise Engineering
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BA 519. Enterprise engineering is an emerging discipline for the 21st century. This course will explore the development of electronic enterprise to facilitate electronic commerce and to integrate enterprise information and empower knowledge workers of all levels with decision-support capabilities using the Java programming language, EJB J2EE. Prerequisite: CIS321. (3 credits) |
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Computer-Based Instructional Systems
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BA 521. Design structures, computer-assisted instruction, computer-managed instruction for goal-oriented teaching in education, business and industry. Use of graphics, multimedia instructional techniques and online resources such as the Internet and the World Wide Web. Prerequisite: CIS321. (3 credits) |
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Organization and Management in Instructional Systems
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BA 523. Management techniques and procedures in the planning, design and implementation of instructional systems in education, business and industry. Fiscal, logistical, allocative, informational and planning methods. (3 credits) |
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Data Mining
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BA 531. This course explores data mining and its applications. Students will learn how to extract relevant knowledge from a complex database or data warehouse using the most recent and advanced techniques. Association rule algorithms, data clustering, sequential pattern, fraud detection. Practical applications include marketing strategies and sales promotion. Prerequisite: CIS331. (3 credits) |
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Electronic Commerce Workshop
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BA 563. Students will engage in group projects to go through the entire process of e-commerce application development, including the business model, materials flow, cash flow and web-based system prototyping. Prerequisites: CIS513, BA519. (3 credits) |
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Special Seminars
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BA700. Under the supervision of an instructor, students may request to study individually an advanced subject not included in the regular courses. Students are required to read one or more textbooks and/or a collection of papers, do exercises and take examinations. All the requirements are identical to the requirements for a regular graduate course. (3 credits) |
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