May 21, 2024

2010-2011 Undergraduate Catalog

2010-2011 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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Computer and Information Sciences
	CSCI 2300 - Essentials of Information Security (3 credits) Prerequisites: CSCI 1100 or evidence of equivalent skills. The course presents critical concepts and skills that are related to protecting information assets from harm. Topics include the history of information security, basic securityrelated terminology and concepts, major classes of threats to information security, model strategies for understanding and protecting against those threats, and best practices in information security. (fall, spring) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CSCI 2800 - Visual Programming - Advanced Concepts (4 credits) Prerequisites: CSCI 1800 and CSCI 2020 . A study of computer programming as a rapid application development (RAD) tool using a windows interface. Object-oriented design and programming concepts will be emphasized including interface design, program flow, data flow, control structures, data types, elementary data structures, subprograms, and reusability. The current platform is Visual Basic. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CSCI 2910 - Server-Side Web Programming (4 credits) Prerequisites: CSCI 1710 , CSCI 2020 , and CSCI 1260 . This course covers strategies for developing maintainable and efficient server-side Web applications. Topics include object-oriented methodology, server-side scripting languages, sessions, database integration with web applications, and web site security. (fall, spring) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CSCI 3030 - Technical Communication (3 credits) Prerequisites: ENGL 1010 and ENGL 1020 . Preparation of written information in scientific and technical fields, including reports, specifications, handbooks, and papers designed for publication in technical and scientific journals. Exercises in oral communication as applied to scientific and technical fields will also be an integral part of the course. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CSCI 3048 - Honors Methods of Research (3 credits) Prerequisites: Admission to College of Business and Technology or University Honors Program. This course provides an introduction to the theory and practice of academic research as conducted in the computer sciences. Topics include the types of research, types of research results, the notion of quality in research, forces shaping CS research, categories of research publications, avenues for disseminating research, resources for locating published research, expectations for theses and projects reports, and suggestions for resolving standard challenges in research. Concerns related to the practice and presentation of research will be illustrated using readings from contemporary research papers and reference materials. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CSCI 3110 - Advanced Topics in Web Development (3 credits) Prerequisites: CSCI 2910 . This course will cover advanced Web coding concepts and teach students how to add an extra layer of usability to a Web page using a current scripting language or tool. Students will learn how to create accessible modern web applications that integrate current Web standards. (fall) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CSCI 3250 - Software Engineering I (3 credits) Prerequisites: CSCI 2230 or CSCI 2910 . An introduction to software systems development as an engineering discipline. All phases of the software development life cycle are examined, with particular emphasis on requirements analysis, requirements specification, and preliminary design. Participation on realistic team projects, use of automated tools, written and oral communication skills, exposure to legal, professional, and ethical issues is stressed. (fall, spring) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CSCI 3350 - Software Engineering II (3 credits) Prerequisites: CSCI 3250 . Software development as an engineering discipline with emphasis on detailed design, implementation, testing, maintenance, project management, verification and validation, configuration management, and software quality assurance. Communications (written and oral), legal, professional, ethical issues, participation on team projects, and use of automated tools are integral. (fall, spring) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CSCI 3400 - Networking Fundamentals (3 credits) Prerequisites: CSCI 2150 and CSCI 1900 . A study of concerns related to the operation of computer networks. Topics include incentives for computer networking, the OSI model of network operation, network media, theory and practice of local area networking, bridging, switching, and routing. Principles of TCP/IP network operation. (fall, spring) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CSCI 3800 - Visual Programming for Programmers (4 credits) Prerequisites: CSCI 1260 . This course is an introduction to developing computer software applications using a language such as visual Basic. The course is designed to show how to analyze problems, design solutions, and implement applications that use current language tools. Emphasis will be given to the development of computer solutions. Laboratory use of software and team participation is essential to this course. (fall) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CSCI 4018 - Senior Honors Thesis (3-6 credits) Prerequisites: Satisfactory completion of all college honors classes and advisor approval. This thesis is a capstone academic experience bringing into focus the result of the students’ learning and career interests. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CSCI 4027 - Information Management (3 credits) Prerequisites: Permission of instructor. Provides an overview of DBMS concepts and topics appropriate to professionals who will be concerned with the management of DBMS servers and their use within a corporate setting. (fall) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CSCI 4048 - Honors International Study (3 credits) Prerequisites: Satisfactory completion of all CAST Honors courses or college honors committee approval. This course will consist of a two-week international study and cultural experience in addition to a pre-tour orientation. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CSCI 4057 - Advanced Internet Technologies (3 credits) Prerequisites: Permission of instructor. This course is intended to give a computer science professional training in state-of-the-art Internet design tools by building upon their existing background as programmers. Topics will address advanced issues in design, optimization, and maintenance of web pages and web sites, the latest in server and client-side programming, and other emerging technologies. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CSCI 4067 - Networking Essentials 3 credits) Prerequisites: Permission of instructor. This course is designed to provide students with general concepts of data communication and networking using popular conceptual models. It will also cover the system administration aspect of networking by focusing on the latest developments and the current operating systems. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CSCI 4097 - Emerging Technologies (3 credits) Prerequisites: Permission of instructor. The course is designed to cover the most up-to-date topics in the computer science and technology field. Due to the ever-changing nature of technology, the topics covered in this class will change on a semester basis in order to keep up with the current developments. This course may be repeated for credit as the topics differ from semester to semester. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CSCI 4127 - Database Advanced Topics (3 credits) Prerequisites: CSCI 2020 and CSCI 2210 or CSCI 2910 . A study of the use and underlying principles of database management systems, and approaches for database design with an emphasis on the relational approach. Students will learn how to use good design techniques and implement methods for both small and large databases. Laboratory use of database software for designing, implementing, debugging, and maintaining database systems will be an integral part of this course. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CSCI 4157 - Interactive Graphics (3 credits) Prerequisites: CSCI 2210 and MATH 2050 ; or permission of instructor. Point plotting, vector generation, interactive techniques, two- and three-dimensional transformations, perspective depth, hidden line elimination, shading, colors, and mapping. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CSCI 4217 - Ethical Issues in Computing (3 credits) Prerequisites: CSCI 3250 . A study of the ethical issues facing computer users and computer professionals including an examination of the techniques for the analysis and resolution of these issues consistent with standards of the computing profession. (fall, spring) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CSCI 4227 - Database Administration (3 credits) Prerequisites: CSCI 4127 . A continuation of the study of the use and underlying principles of database design begun in CSCI 4127. Students will learn more of the internal working of database management systems, as well as exploring approaches other than relational. Laboratory use of database software for designing, implementing, debugging, and maintaining database systems will be an integral part of this course. (spring, even years) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CSCI 4317 - Internet and Computer Law (3 credits) Prerequisites: Minimum of 60 hours completed or approval of the instructor. A multidisciplinary overview of the relationship between the Internet and the laws of privacy, right to accurate information, access to information, first amendment, patents, trade secrets, trademarks and unfair business practices, jurisdiction, e-commerce, telecommunication, and antitrust. (fall) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CSCI 4417 - Introduction to System Administration (3 credits) Prerequisites: CSCI 2150 , CSCI 2200 , and CSCI 3400 . A survey of concerns related to management and design of computing systems and services. Topics include the practice of system administration, overview of network operating systems, best practices for system administration, fundamentals of Unix and Windows system administration, network design, and remote network access. The course will provide hands-on experience with setting up and administering Unix and Windows network operating systems. (fall, spring) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CSCI 4517 - Essentials of Multi-Media (3 credits) Prerequisites: Senior standing or permission of instructor. A study of the basic elements of multimedia including text, graphic art, sound, animation, and video. This course will cover the methods of creating each of the elements of multimedia and how to combine them into meaningful units for maximum effect. The instruction will be interactive and project-oriented. Teamwork and good design will be emphasized. (summer) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CSCI 4527 - Computer-Based Authoring Systems (3 credits) Prerequisites: Senior standing or permission of instructor. A survey of methods in computer-based authoring systems. This course will cover the design, implementation, and evaluation of computer-based training modules using one or more authoring systems. Emphasis will be on the use of hypermedia and multimedia tools, analysis of instructional goals and their evaluation, and using the World Wide Web for delivery of instruction. Laboratory experiences and group projects will be integral parts of this course. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CSCI 4617 - XML for Programmers (3 credits) Prerequisites: CSCI 2020 and (CSCI 2210 or CSCI 2910 ). An introduction to developing data models, datasets, and reports using XML family technologies. Topics include the modeling, querying, and transformation of content using XML family standards, including XML proper, XML namespaces, XML schemas, XPath, XSLT, and XQuery. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CSCI 4717 - Computer Architecture (3 credits) Prerequisites: CSCI 2160 and CSCI 2210 . Computer systems are viewed as consisting of a series of layers or levels one on top of another. Topics of computer architecture are presented. Microprogramming stack computers, parallel computers, pipeline processing, multiprocessors, virtual storage, cache storage, addressing schemes, and I/O and interrupt structure. (fall) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CSCI 4727 - Operating Systems (3 credits) Prerequisites: CSCI 2160 and CSCI 2210 . The study of operating systems which are the primary resource managers of computer hardware. The main features provided by operating systems, including process management, storage management, processor management, and auxiliary storage management are studied in detail. Topics of networking and security are introduced. Case studies of representative commercial operating systems highlight the main features common to operating systems. Use of the computing laboratory is an integral part of the course. (spring) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CSCI 4800 - Senior Project in Information Technology (3 credits) Prerequisites: Senior status in Computer Science within two semesters of graduation. This course is designed for the last semester of study. It is a capstone course that will enable the student to tie many of his/her learning experiences together. Students will work in teams to identify software projects on campus and in the community that can be accomplished in 15 weeks. Lectures will focus on professional issues that include the shortterm and long-term future of IT strategies for finding and securing employment, nontechnical elements of professional competence, and strategies for continuing career development after college. (fall, spring) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CSCI 4857 - User Interface Programming (4 credits) Prerequisites: CSCI 1250 and CSCI 1260 ; or equivalent. The concepts and programming techniques used to create applications with modern user interfaces. The course will focus on current technology as it applies to a modern operating system and software development tools. The course will focus on the user interface rather than underlying applications. Course will not count toward graduate degree requirements in computer science. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CSCI 4900 - Independent Study (1-9 credits) Prerequisites: Permission of the department. Individual or group projects done with permission of and under supervision of faculty. This course may be repeated for credit with departmental approval. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CSCI 4905 - Internship (1-3 credits) Planned and supervised work experiences related to the practice of computing. This course does not count for credit toward a student’s degree. Departmental approval required. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CSCI 4910 - Selected Topics in Computer Science (1-6 credits) Prerequisites: Permission of instructor. Selected special topics in computer science not covered in other courses. This course may be repeated for credit with departmental approval if topics are significantly different. (fall and spring, as needed) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CSCI 4927 - Human Computer Interaction (3 credits) Prerequisites: CSCI 3250 . Students will learn how to assess and improve the user experience between humans and electronic devices, and to design systems that enable individuals to make more effective use of computers by creating better user interfaces. (fall, spring) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CSCI 4957 - Special Topics in Computer Science (1-6 credits) Prerequisites: Permission of instructor. Special topics not covered in other courses. May be repeated for credit with departmental approval if the topics are significantly different. (fall, spring, summer) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CSCI 4989 - Internship/Cooperative Education (1-3 credits) Planned and supervised work experiences in business, industry, and governmental agencies. Students spend the semester working with a cooperating employer on specific assignments. Students must clear arrangements through ETSU’s Office of Career and Internship Services prior to registering for this course. Students may receive compensation for this course as employees. This course does not count for credit toward a student’s degree. This course may be repeated for credit. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CSCI 4999 - Internship/Cooperative Education (1-3 credits) Planned and supervised work experiences in business, industry, and governmental agencies. Students spend the semester working with a cooperating employer on specific assignments. Students must clear arrangements through ETSU’s Office of Career and Internship Services prior to registering for this course. Students may receive compensation for this course as employees. This course does not count for credit toward a student’s degree. This course may be repeated for credit. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CSCI 5027 - Information Management (3 credits) Prerequisites: Permission of instructor. Provides an overview of DBMS concepts and topics appropriate to professionals who will be concerned with the management of DBMS servers and their use within a corporate setting. (fall) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CSCI 5057 - Advanced Internet Technologies (3 credits) Prerequisites: Permission of instructor. This course is intended to give a computer science professional training in state-of-the-art Internet design tools by building upon their existing background as programmers. Topics will address advanced issues in design, optimization, and maintenance of web pages and web sites, the latest in server and client-side programming, and other emerging technologies. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CSCI 5067 - Networking Essentials (3 credits) Prerequisites: Permission of instructor. This course is designed to provide students with general concepts of data communication and networking using popular conceptual models. It will also cover the system adminitration aspect of networking by focusing on the latest developments and the current operating systems. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CSCI 5097 - Emerging Technologies (3 credits) Prerequisites: Permission of instructor. The course is designed to cover the most up-to-date topics in the computer science and technology field. Due to the ever-changing nature of technology, the topics covered in this class will change on a semester basis in order to keep up with the current developments. This course may be repeated for credit as the topics differ from semester to semester. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CSCI 5127 - Database Advanced Topics (3 credits) Prerequisites: CSCI 2020 and CSCI 2210 or CSCI 2910 . A study of the use and underlying principles of database management systems, and approaches for database design with an emphasis on the relational approach. Students will learn how to use good design techniques and implement methods for both small and large databases. Laboratory use of database software for designing, implementing, debugging, and maintaining database systems will be an integral part of this course. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CSCI 5157 - Interactive Graphics (3 credits) Prerequisites: CSCI 2210 and MATH 2050 ; or permission of instructor. Point plotting, vector generation, interactive techniques, two- and three-dimensional transformations, perspective depth, hidden line elimination, shading, colors, and mapping. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CSCI 5217 - Ethical Issues in Computing (3 credits) Prerequisites: CSCI 3250 . A study of the ethical issues facing computer users and computer professionals including an examination of the techniques for the analysis and resolution of these issues consistent with standards of the computing profession. (fall, spring) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CSCI 5227 - Database Administration (3 credits) Prerequisites: CSCI 4127 . A continuation of the study of the use and underlying principles of database design begun in CSCI 4127. Students will learn more of the internal working of database management systems, as well as exploring approaches other than relational. Laboratory use of database software for designing, implementing, debugging, and maintaining database systems will be an integral part of this course. (spring, even years) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CSCI 5317 - Internet and Computer Law (3 credits) Prerequisites: Minimum of 60 hours completed or approval of the instructor. A multidisciplinary overview of the relationship between the Internet and the laws of privacy, right to accurate information, access to information, first amendment, patents, trade secrets, trademarks and unfair business practices, jurisdiction, e-commerce, telecommunication, and antitrust. (fall) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CSCI 5417 - Introduction to System Administration (3 credits) Prerequisites: CSCI 2150 , CSCI 2200 , and CSCI 3400 . A survey of concerns related to management and design of computing systems and services. Topics include the practice of system administration, overview of network operating systems, best practices for system administration, fundamentals of Unix and Windows system administration, network design, and remote network access. The course will provide hands-on experience with setting up and administering Unix and Windows network operating systems. (fall, spring) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CSCI 5517 - Essentials of Multi-Media (3 credits) Prerequisites: Senior standing or permission of instructor. A study of the basic elements of multimedia including text, graphic art, sound, animation, and video. This course will cover the methods of creating each of the elements of multimedia and how to combine them into meaningful units for maximum effect. The instruction will be interactive and project-oriented. Teamwork and good design will be emphasized. (summer) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CSCI 5527 - Computer-Based Authoring Systems (3 credits) Prerequisites: Senior standing or permission of instructor. A survey of methods in computer-based authoring systems. This course will cover the design, implementation, and evaluation of computer-based training modules using one or more authoring systems. Emphasis will be on the use of hypermedia and multimedia tools, analysis of instructional goals and their evaluation, and using the World Wide Web for delivery of instruction. Laboratory experiences and group projects will be integral parts of this course. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CSCI 5617 - XML for Programmers (3 credits) Prerequisites: CSCI 2020 and (CSCI 2210 or CSCI 2910 ). An introduction to developing data models, datasets, and reports using XML family technologies. Topics include the modeling, querying, and transformation of content using XML family standards, including XML proper, XML namespaces, XML schemas, XPath, XSLT, and XQuery. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CSCI 5717 - Computer Architecture (3 credits) Prerequisites: CSCI 2160 and CSCI 2210 . Computer systems are viewed as consisting of a series of layers or levels one on top of another. Topics of computer architecture are presented. Microprogramming stack computers, parallel computers, pipeline processing, multiprocessors, virtual storage, cache storage, addressing schemes, and I/O and interrupt structure. (fall) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CSCI 5727 - Operating Systems (3 credits) Prerequisites: CSCI 2160 and CSCI 2210 . The study of operating systems which are the primary resource managers of computer hardware. The main features provided by operating systems, including process management, storage management, processor management, and auxiliary storage management are studied in detail. Topics of networking and security are introduced. Case studies of representative commercial operating systems highlight the main features common to operating systems. Use of the computing laboratory is an integral part of the course. (spring) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CSCI 5857 - User Interface Programming (4 credits) Prerequisites: CSCI 1250 and CSCI 1260 ; or equivalent. The concepts and programming techniques used to create applications with modern user interfaces. The course will focus on current technology as it applies to a modern operating system and software development tools. The course will focus on the user interface rather than underlying applications. Course will not count toward graduate degree requirements in computer science. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CSCI 5957 - Special Topics in Computer Science (1-6 credits) Prerequisites: Permission of instructor. Special topics not covered in other courses. May be repeated for credit with departmental approval if the topics are significantly different. (fall, spring, summer) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
Criminal Justice and Criminology
	CJCR 1100 - Introduction to Criminal Justice (3 credits) Conceptions of law and crime, the nature and extent of crime, and an overview of the interrelated criminal justice agencies. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CJCR 1200 - Human Relations in Criminal Justice (3 credits) An examination of models of human behavior, with particular emphasis on antecedents and conditions that affect personnel performance in criminal justice environments. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CJCR 1500 - Criminal Investigation (3 credits) Fundamentals of criminal investigation procedures. Crime scene search and recording, collecting and preserving evidence, scientific and technical aids, and case preparation. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CJCR 1600 - Forensic Science (3 credits) An introduction to methods used by crime laboratories and the chemical and physical interpretation of the data obtained by crime scene search to include blood samples, fingerprints, tool marks, fiber and fabric identification. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CJCR 2540 - Criminal Law (3 credits) The historical foundations of criminal law, elements of crime, purposes and functions of law, defenses to prosecution, and limits of the law. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CJCR 2600 - Crime Scene Investigation (3 credits) Detecting, collecting, and preserving physical evidence from crime scenes with emphasis placed on documenting and collecting physical evidence. Current research, case studies, and analysis of physical evidence will be discussed. This course involves hands-on exercises and investigating mock crime scenes. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CJCR 2989 - Internship/Cooperative Education (1-3 credits) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CJCR 2999 - Internship/Cooperative Education (1-3 credits) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CJCR 3000 - Statistics for Criminal Justice and Criminology (3 credits) Prerequisites: MATH 1530 or equivalent. Criminal statistics, hypotheses and theories, research and related problems, and ways and means of evaluating the effectiveness of criminal justice activities. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CJCR 3010 - Research Methods for Criminal Justice and Criminology (3 credits) Problems in the design and execution of criminal justice research. Various research strategies, including sample surveys, observation, experiments, and evaluation are discussed. Also reviewed are various sources of criminal justice data. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CJCR 3100 - Patterns of Criminal Behavior (3 credits) The social and psychological aspects of criminal behavior, criminality as a developmental process. Specific offender types will be examined. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CJCR 3300 - Criminal Justice Ethics (3 credits) Examination of ethical issues arising in the criminal justice field including police deviance, judicial misconduct, control of inmates in correctional settings, and field research dilemmas. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CJCR 3310 - Criminology (3 credits) An analysis of the major sociological theories of crime causation, sociological aspects of types of offenders, and techniques of measuring crime. SOCI 3310 View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CJCR 3330 - Police in America (3 credits) Historical and philosophical evolution of the police. Emphasis will be placed on functions and control of police in a democratic society and the analysis of policing from a social science perspective. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CJCR 3440 - Corrections in America (3 credits) Philosophical and historical evolution of punishment in the United States. With emphasis on prisons, jails, community-based corrections, efficiency of social control policies, such as “boot camp” prisons, rehabilitation, juvenile detention, capital punishment, etc. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CJCR 3444 - Microcomputers as a Research Tool (3 credits) Prerequisites: CSCI 1100 , MATH 1530 , CJCR 3000 . In depth application of microcomputers in criminological research. Emphasis on data analysis using various software (SPSS/PC+, SAS). Requires use of e-mail and Internet. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CJCR 3500 - Juvenile Justice: Theory and Process (3 credits) History, philosophy, and evaluation of the juvenile justice system. Emphasis on theoretical explanations of delinquency, gangs, and violence, as well as examination of types of social interventions by police, courts, corrections, and other organizations. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CJCR 3610 - Terrorism and Counter-Terrorism (3 credits) An examination of terrorism and counter-terrorism. The course will cover both domestic and international terrorism and efforts to prevent terrorism. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CJCR 3650 - Criminal Procedure (3 credits) Federal/state laws and rules of arrest, search and seizure of evidence, interrogation of suspects, obtaining confessions, and criminal identifications. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CJCR 3989 - Internship/Cooperative Education (1-3 credits) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CJCR 3999 - Internship/Cooperative Education (1-3 credits) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CJCR 4007 - Correctional Counseling (3 credits) An overview of counseling methods, principles and procedures of therapeutic techniques, and processes for use in various correctional environments. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CJCR 4018 - Honors Thesis (3-6 credits) Open to those in university honors programs only. A capstone experience serving as the culmination of an honors curriculum. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CJCR 4026 - Themes of Justice (3 credits) Introduction to philosophical concepts of justice utilizing a variety of films. Examination of issues such as prejudice, violence, punishment, and peacemaking in the context of social and criminal justice. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CJCR 4027 - Media and Crime (3 credits) Examination of relationship between media and crime, with special emphasis on television. Course content examines both reporting and non-news media content relevant to crime and the criminal justice system, the study of audience effects, and different response theories about media dissemination of news, opinion, information, and entertainment. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CJCR 4222 - Criminal Justice Administration (3 credits) Examination of principles of management and administration of criminal justice organizations. Emphasis on planning, budgeting, staffing, decisionmaking, policy development, and program evaluation. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CJCR 4337 - The Death Penalty in America (3 credits) Various theoretical, ethical, moral, and empirical issues surrounding capital punishment will be explored. Students will be exposed to conflicting points of view regarding race, gender, class, and the death penalty. A critical examination of all sides of this debate will be undertaken. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CJCR 4560 - White-Collar Crime (3 credits) Etiology and epidemiology of upper-class criminality. Emphasis on organizational, occupational, and crimes by the government. Functions of social control, punishment, and regulatory agencies are examined. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CJCR 4580 - Violence: The American Experience (3 credits) Examination of the role of violence in American society. Etiological and epidemiological issues addressed with emphasis on various forms of violence such as homicide, gangs, hate groups, white-collar crime, and violence against women. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CJCR 4670 - Race, Gender and Crime (3 credits) Examination of experiences of women and people of color with agencies of social control. Comparisons of crime rates, types of criminal offending, and victimization including discussion of sexual and racial harassment in the workplace. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CJCR 4680 - Issues in Criminal Justice Policy and Criminology Research (3 credits) Prerequisites: CJCR 1100 , senior level standing, or permission of the instructor. Current issues in criminal justice policy and criminology research. The course will deal with new research and policy implications in a wide range of areas depending upon the instructor teaching the course. Topics may include research methodological issues, police operations, correctional treatment programs, court and legal issues, issues and research in the area of forensic science, and criminological theory. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CJCR 4800 - Field Experience in Criminal Justice (12 credits) Prerequisites: Prior arrangement with instructor, senior status, and departmental approval of application. A 450-hour field experience placement in a local or regional criminal justice agency or facility. The student will learn through orientation, observation, conferences, and work experience. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CJCR 4850 - Criminal Justice and Family Violence (3 credits) An examination of the various forms of family violence as they relate to the criminal and juvenile justice system. Evaluation of alternative policies for intervention by police, courts, and correctional agencies. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CJCR 4900 - Independent Study in Criminal Justice (1-3 credits) Prerequisites: Consent of department chair. Directed study in specific areas of criminal justice literature not covered by organized undergraduate courses. A detailed research paper required. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CJCR 4950 - Special Topics in Criminal Justice and Criminology (3 credits) A seminar on selected topics of contemporary interest in criminal justice and criminology. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CJCR 4957 - Special Topics in Criminal Justice (1-6 credits) Prerequisites: Senior or graduate status. A seminar on selected topics of contemporary interest. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CJCR 4989 - Internship/Cooperative Education (1-3 credits) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CJCR 4999 - Internship/Cooperative Education (1-3 credits) View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CJCR 5007 - Correctional Counseling (3 credits) An overview of counseling methods, principles and procedures of therapeutic techniques, and processes for use in various correctional environments. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CJCR 5027 - Media and Crime (3 credits) Examination of relationship between media and crime, with special emphasis on television. Course content examines both reporting and non-news media content relevant to crime and the criminal justice system, the study of audience effects, and different response theories about media dissemination of news, opinion, information, and entertainment. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CJCR 5337 - The Death Penalty in America (3 credits) Various theoretical, ethical, moral, and empirical issues surrounding capital punishment will be explored. Students will be exposed to conflicting points of view regarding race, gender, class, and the death penalty. A critical examination of all sides of this debate will be undertaken. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CJCR 5957 - Special Topics in Criminal Justice (1-6 credits) Prerequisites: Senior or graduate status. A seminar on selected topics of contemporary interest. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
Curriculum and Instruction
	CUAI 2440 - Computer Applications in Education (3 credits) Prerequisites: CSCI 1100 or the Proficiency Exam. This course is an examination of the specific ways computer technology contributes to the quality of the educational environment. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CUAI 3221 - IDEAS: Integrating Language Arts and Social Studies (3 credits) Prerequisites: Students must be admitted to Teacher Education. This course sets forth an integrated approach to curriculum in which social studies content, literature, and language arts skills are taught through five central themes. These central themes are I-Imagination, DDiscovery, E-Encounters, A-Adventures, and S-Synergy. Language arts skills-listening, speaking, reading, writing, and thinking-are integrated into social studies and literature experiences that are based on meaningful content and children’s experience. Students are invited to get involved in a variety of creative activities and learning situations that range from individual inquiry to group interactions. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CUAI 3430 - Elementary Methods in Mathematics (K-8) (3 credits) Prerequisites: HDAL 2320 , HDAL 3310 , SPED 2300 , and admission to teacher education. Designed to explore current methodology for teaching children and youth with a variety of learning and lifestyles. Modern techniques of classroom management are included. Appropriate field experiences are required. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CUAI 4008 - Honors Service-Learning (1 credit) Prerequisites: Admission to the College of Education’s honors program, HDAL 2008 , and PEXS 3008 . Honors service-learning in social/cultural agencies and programs related to education. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes
	CUAI 4018 - Senior Honors Thesis (3 - 6 credits) Open to those in university honor programs only. A capstone experience serving as the culmination of an honors curriculum. View the Spring 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Summer 2024 Schedule of Classes View the Fall 2024 Schedule of Classes

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Course Descriptions

CSCI 2300 - Essentials of Information Security

CSCI 2800 - Visual Programming - Advanced Concepts

CSCI 2910 - Server-Side Web Programming

CSCI 3030 - Technical Communication

CSCI 3048 - Honors Methods of Research

CSCI 3110 - Advanced Topics in Web Development

CSCI 3250 - Software Engineering I

CSCI 3350 - Software Engineering II

CSCI 3400 - Networking Fundamentals

CSCI 3800 - Visual Programming for Programmers

CSCI 4018 - Senior Honors Thesis

CSCI 4027 - Information Management

CSCI 4048 - Honors International Study

CSCI 4057 - Advanced Internet Technologies

CSCI 4067 - Networking Essentials

CSCI 4097 - Emerging Technologies

CSCI 4127 - Database Advanced Topics

CSCI 4157 - Interactive Graphics

CSCI 4217 - Ethical Issues in Computing

CSCI 4227 - Database Administration

CSCI 4317 - Internet and Computer Law

CSCI 4417 - Introduction to System Administration

CSCI 4517 - Essentials of Multi-Media

CSCI 4527 - Computer-Based Authoring Systems

CSCI 4617 - XML for Programmers

CSCI 4717 - Computer Architecture

CSCI 4727 - Operating Systems

CSCI 4800 - Senior Project in Information Technology

CSCI 4857 - User Interface Programming

CSCI 4900 - Independent Study

CSCI 4905 - Internship

CSCI 4910 - Selected Topics in Computer Science

CSCI 4927 - Human Computer Interaction

CSCI 4957 - Special Topics in Computer Science

CSCI 4989 - Internship/Cooperative Education

CSCI 4999 - Internship/Cooperative Education

CSCI 5027 - Information Management

CSCI 5057 - Advanced Internet Technologies

CSCI 5067 - Networking Essentials

CSCI 5097 - Emerging Technologies

CSCI 5127 - Database Advanced Topics

CSCI 5157 - Interactive Graphics

CSCI 5217 - Ethical Issues in Computing

CSCI 5227 - Database Administration

CSCI 5317 - Internet and Computer Law

CSCI 5417 - Introduction to System Administration

CSCI 5517 - Essentials of Multi-Media

CSCI 5527 - Computer-Based Authoring Systems

CSCI 5617 - XML for Programmers

CSCI 5717 - Computer Architecture

CSCI 5727 - Operating Systems

CSCI 5857 - User Interface Programming

CSCI 5957 - Special Topics in Computer Science

CJCR 1100 - Introduction to Criminal Justice

CJCR 1200 - Human Relations in Criminal Justice

CJCR 1500 - Criminal Investigation

CJCR 1600 - Forensic Science

CJCR 2540 - Criminal Law

CJCR 2600 - Crime Scene Investigation

CJCR 2989 - Internship/Cooperative Education

CJCR 2999 - Internship/Cooperative Education

CJCR 3000 - Statistics for Criminal Justice and Criminology

CJCR 3010 - Research Methods for Criminal Justice and Criminology

CJCR 3100 - Patterns of Criminal Behavior

CJCR 3300 - Criminal Justice Ethics

CJCR 3310 - Criminology

CJCR 3330 - Police in America

CJCR 3440 - Corrections in America

CJCR 3444 - Microcomputers as a Research Tool

CJCR 3500 - Juvenile Justice: Theory and Process

CJCR 3610 - Terrorism and Counter-Terrorism

CJCR 3650 - Criminal Procedure

CJCR 3989 - Internship/Cooperative Education

CJCR 3999 - Internship/Cooperative Education

CJCR 4007 - Correctional Counseling

CJCR 4018 - Honors Thesis

CJCR 4026 - Themes of Justice

CJCR 4027 - Media and Crime

CJCR 4222 - Criminal Justice Administration