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Independent problem research under the guidance of a faculty member. Course level ("V") may range between 2 and 4, or sophomore through senior level, respectively. One to four hours of credit. Lab fee. Administration fee. Prerequisite: Written consent of the supervising professor, department chairperson, and Dean prior to registration.

Independent problem research under the guidance of a faculty member. Course level ("V") may range between 2 and 4, or sophomore through senior level, respectively. One to four hours of credit. Lab fee. Administration fee. Prerequisite: Written consent of the supervising professor, department chairperson, and Dean prior to registration.

This course examines social media software applications to support and enhance business productivity. Advanced applications using social media, word processing, spreadsheets, database management, presentation, and ePortfolio will be emphasized.

Students will use tools and technologies to dynamically enhance Web sites through scripting, animation tools, and Dynamic HTML. Additional topics may be discussed depending on technology available at the time of the course offering and the specific interests of the current students. Prerequisites: BCIS 2318 or CISC 4322..

This course will provide an introduction to the management of database systems. Topics include modeling, systems design, relational database design and implementation, and front-end development of software tools. Prerequisites: BCIS 2305 and BCIS 2315.

The course introduces the issues involved in developing object-oriented systems. Students are expected to develop working understanding of OOP techniques in a graphical environment. Non-programming techniques for problem solving are combined with programming in an OOP language to teach a rich understanding of OOP. Prerequisites: BCIS 2330. Lab fee (Was 4321)

The complete systems development life cycle (SDLC) will serve as the foundation of the course. General Systems Theory concepts will be applied to the area of information systems development. Prerequisite: BCIS 2330. Lab fee.

This course introduces the subject of computer networks and the use of computer networks in business applications. Topics covered include client/server networks, network hardware and software, distributed computing, key issues in network management, and the fundamentals of data communications. Prerequisites: BCIS 2315; BCIS 2305. Spring semester only.

Topics include techniques for digital video capture, editing, and postproduction. Multitrack editing and special effects software techniques and principles are employed for output to digital medial. Term project: Brief professional-grade digital production. Prerequisites: BCIS 1301 and BCIS 3311 or CISC 2305 . CGD majors must have completed ARTS 2377. Lab Fee. Lab fee. Fall semester only.

The course is an introduction to the fundamental concepts of E-Commerce. Technical and business considerations will be examined. Technical considerations will include issues related to operating systems, networks, telecommunications, and applications development. Business considerations will include issues related to business models and paradigms, marketing, capitalization, and change management. Prerequisite: BCIS 1301. Lab fee. Fall semester only.

Students study the project management of animation, film and multimedia productions to include advanced project planning, creating timelines, milestones, budgeting, structure diagramming and/or storyboarding, common forms, and proper asset management. Students are required to participate in one or more actual projects. Course may be repeated for credit with approval of course instructor. Corequisite: In concurrence with either BCIS 3335 or BCIS 4335 or with approval of course instructor.

This course provides students with concepts and skills to design and produce print-ready publications. Topics include layout skills, software setup, integrating text and graphics, text elements, font choices, color usage, and preparing for output. Prerequisites: BCIS 1301. Lab fee. Spring Semester Only.

Students are introduced to advanced data display and editing techniques using Visual Studio.net. Best approaches to presentation of edit screens are considered. Special detailed emphasis will be placed on classes, class libraries, and visual programming/development concepts. Prerequisites: BCIS 2330, BCIS 3321, and BCIS 4332. Lab fee.

Students investigate a variety of issues dealing with information and information systems security, including physical security, social engineering, cyber security, threat/risk analysis, and business continuity. The course focuses on the SecSDLC and developing Security Blueprints. Prerequisites: BCIS 2310. Lab Fee.

This course will address planning and creating short animation film clips and integrating 3D graphics in computer-based multimedia products. Prerequisites: BCIS 1301 and BCIS 3311 or CISC 2305r. Lab fee. Fall semester only.

This course will address advanced skills in developing and creating short animation film clips and integrating 3D graphics in computer based multimedia products. Prerequisite: BCIS 3370 or approval of course instructor. Lab fee. Spring semester only.

Independent problem research under the guidance of a faculty member. Course level ("V") may range between 2 and 4, or sophomore through senior level, respectively. One to four hours of credit. Lab fee. Administration fee. Prerequisite: Written consent of the supervising professor, department chairperson, and Dean prior to registration.

Organized classes to explore specialized problems in an area of computer information systems. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. Course level ("V") may range between 2 an d 4, or sophomore through senior level, respectively. Lab fee.

Independent problem research under the guidance of a faculty member. Course level ("V") may range between 2 and 4, or sophomore through senior level, respectively. One to four hours of credit. Lab fee. Administration fee. Prerequisite: Written consent of the supervising professor, department chairperson, and Dean prior to registration.