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| The Computer Information Systems department offers courses that lead to
Majors in Computer Information Systems (CIS) and Management Information
Systems (MIS). The department also offers minors that can be used to
complement other disciplines and used to complement other disciplines. |
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| The purpose of the CIS degree is to prepare students for careers as computer
professionals. The department has courses in four main areas: programming,
systems, networking, and database. Aquinas and the CIS
department have offered the major in CIS for more than twenty-five years.
During this time, students have found entry-level jobs and advanced placement
in these areas during their course work and after graduation. |
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| The department also offers a major in Management Information Systems.
The purpose of this degree is to emphasize the balance of technical skills
and the knowledge of business functions. The MIS degree focuses on the
design, implementation, management, and use of Information Technology
applications in organizations. |
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| In both the CIS and MIS degrees, the department prepares tomorrow’s
“IT” executives and professionals. The information economy requires a new
set of management skills focused on the appropriate use of Information
Technology. |
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| Bachelor of Science Major in Computer Information Systems |
| Major Requirements:
Thirty-six (36) semester credit hours including CS151, CS152, CS154,
CS170, CS180, CS251, CS252, CS254, CS270, CS280, CS301, CS302,
CS304, CS430, CS440 and CS441. |
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| Bachelor of Science Major in Management Information Systems |
| Major Requirements:
Thirty-eight (38) semester credit hours including CS151, CS152, CS153,
CS154, CS156, CS170, CS180, CS252, CS270, CS301, CS302, CS440,
BS201, BS202, AG210, and AG211. |
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| Certificate in Business Applications |
| Requirements: 12 credit hours from the following: CS151, CS152, CS153,
CS154, CS156, CS252, CS170, and CS180. |
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| Certificate in Web Design |
| Requirements: 12 credit hours from the following: CS151, CS153, CS158,
CS161, CS251, CS258, CS170, and CS180. |
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| CIS and Teacher Certification |
| This is available for secondary certification. It is offered as: |
| (1) a major requiring thirty-six (36) semester credit hours including
CS170, CS180, CS270, CS280, CS301, CS302, CS304, CS317,
CS430, CS440, EN330, and EN332. |
| (2) a minor requiring twenty-four (24) semester credit hours including
CS170, CS180, CS270, CS280, CS301, CS317, EN330, and EN332. |
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| CIS Minor Requirements: |
Provides knowledge and skills in computing to supplement a variety of
majors. Twenty-four (21) semester credit hours including CS151, CS152,
CS154, CS170, CS180, CS251, CS252, CS254, CS270, CS301, and
CS440. |
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| Math/CIS Minor Requirements: |
Eight courses including:
MS252, a language course (MS211 or CS180), a course in computer math
(MS240 or MS332), a calculus course (MS118 or MS121), and a one or
two-hour research project (399) that is supervised by a faculty member
from the student’s major field and uses the computer for modeling,
data gathering, and data analysis; remaining courses chosen from a list
of approved courses, currently including MS122, MS232, MS332, CS112,
CS224, CS280, CS315, CS327, and CS330. At least two courses must be
taken through CIS department. |
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| All Programs: |
Students interested in any CIS program should meet with a CIS advisor
prior to taking any electives. Maximum of 3credit hours of CS397 (Field
Experience/Internship) may be used. The only Credit/No Credit course that may be applied to any CIS program is CS397. Current students wishing to
take courses from other colleges and apply them to any CIS program must
have written departmental approval prior to course enrollment. A maximum
of six (6) credit hours of independent study, life experience, or field experience
can be applied to the major. A minimum of twelve (12) credit hours
must be taken at Aquinas. |
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| Technology Course Requirement: |
| Any one (1) of the following courses can be taken to fulfill the one credit General
Education technology requirement: CS150, CS151, CS152, CS154, or
CS158. In place of these classes, students also
have the option to test-out of a course by taking an exam to demonstrate
their proficiency and understanding of the course content. More information on this credit-by-exam procedure. |
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| Note: All students taking any CIS course are required to have a Novell account and an Electronic Login Manager (ELM) account before the first meeting. |
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| Courses: |
| CS150 Technology Concepts (1) T |
| This course provides students with the opportunity to enhance their understanding
of current technology trends.Various issues relating to the use of computers,
such as the Internet, state-of-the-art hardware devices, security, and ethics are
discussed.This class is not a hands-on computer course, but uses the textbook,
the Internet, and current news articles as the basis for course projects and discussions.
Students of all skill levels and backgrounds will benefit from this timely
information. |
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| CS151 Word Processing (1) T |
| This hands-on, lab course covers basic word processing functions such as
editing, formatting, and printing using MicrosoftWord. Course projects introduce
skills such as header/footers, cover pages, tables, and bullets. This course
would be beneficial to all students who need to improve their understanding of
document creation and editing (Students with prior word processing experience,
who are familiar with these basic functions, may want to consider CS-159 as an
alternative to this course). |
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| CS152 Spread Sheets (1) T |
This hands-on, lab course covers basic spreadsheet functions such as simple
formulas, formatting, and printing using Microsoft Excel. Course projects introduce
skills such as formulas and basic functions, charts, and absolute referencing.
This course would be beneficial to any students with a desire to analyze
numerical data, manage finances, perform simple statistics, or generate charts
and graphs. |
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| CS153 Presentation Graphics (1) T |
| This hands-on, lab course introduces presentation graphics software. Microsoft
PowerPoint is used to create and edit on-screen “slide” presentations, handouts,
and overhead transparencies. Course projects introduce skills such as adding
clipart, creating custom backgrounds, and maximizing transitional effects. This
course would be beneficial to any students who will be making presentations in
other courses, in future business settings, or for educational purposes. |
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| CS154 DataBase (1) T |
| This hands-on, lab course covers basic database and file management functions
using Microsoft Access. It is a software application class, not a programming
course and introduces skills such as creating reports, setting up input forms,
and looking up database information. Database software packages are used to setup and manage data files such as employee records, inventory files, names
and addresses, and business contact lists. This course would be beneficial to
students of all backgrounds. |
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| CS155 Internet (1) T |
This hands-on, lab course covers a variety of Internet concepts such as email,
search strategies, browser software tips, basic web page design, and ethical/
legal issues related to the Internet. No prior Internet experience is required,
but some basic experience with computers is helpful. Students must have access
to the Internet and an email account outside of class. (Aquinas student accounts
are available.) Students with extensive prior experience on the Internet,
who are interested in web page design should consider taking CS-158 instead
of this course. |
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| CS156 Accounting Technology (1) T |
Accounting technology provides an opportunity for students to generate financial
information for planning and decision-making using a leading full-service
accounting information system. Students learn to create financial statements
and supplemental schedules, budgets, graphical analysis, and other reports that
facilitate the process of problem resolution. |
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| CS157 Project Management (1) T |
| This hands-on lab course covers the basic functions of project management
software. Some of the topics covered include breaking your project into phases,
identifying critical tasks, managing costs and resources, viewing and printing
reports, and refining project plans. |
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| CS158 Web Page Design (1) T |
This hands-on, lab course covers web page design using Microsoft FrontPage.
Basic HTML coding is introduced, but programming experience is not a prerequisite;
some prior experience with computers and the Internet, however, is
presumed. Students must have access to the Internet and an email account
outside of class. (Aquinas student accounts are available.) Course projects introduce
skills such as using templates, integrating graphics and images, forms,
and frames. |
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| CS159 Desk-Top Publishing (1) T |
| This hands-on, lab course covers desktop publishing concepts and application
using MicrosoftWord, Microsoft Publisher, Microsoft PowerPoint, and Microscoft
FrontPage. Experience and knowledge of basic word processing skills are beneficial.
Course projects introduce skills such as creating templates, integrating
graphics and images, designing newsletters, and formatting multi-section documents. |
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| CS160 Midi Music Publishing (1) T |
This course is designed to teach anyone, even non-musicians, how to create professional
looking music scores quickly and will enable those who are musicians
to record music with the aid of the computer for personal use, web page enhancement,
and transportingmusic to other instruments.This course is currently
taught using FINALE 2000. |
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| CS161 Image Editing (1) |
| This hands-on lab course covers the creation and editing of professtional quality
graphics. These graphics can be used to enhance web pages, professional
presentations (with photography), and other non-chart graphics. Students will scan, manipulate, and compress digital images. The course is currently taught
using Adobe Photo Shop. |
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| CS170 Introduction to Computing (3) |
| Understanding the basics of number systems and how they are used in computing;
an exposure to the basic concepts of a modern graphical operating system;
problem solving using the Windows application programming interface (API); a
study of hard disk management and |
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| CS180 Structure and Logic (3) |
| Fundamental concepts in structured programming using Visual Basic. Programs
will be designed using the Warnier Orr diagramming tool and written using the
basic structured programming control structure. Students will also design and
implement functions using memory pointers and references.
Prerequisite: CS170. |
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| CS198 Independent Reading (Variable) |
| Individually-negotiated program of readings for non-majors in a selected topic
established by contract between the instructor and the student. |
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| CS251 Advanced Word Processing (1) T |
| This course is the second of two courses in word processing. It is designed
to teach advanced topics such as mail merge, envelopes, web forms, macros,
Visual Basic for Applications, indexing and table of contents.
Prerequisite: CS151, CS170, and CS180 |
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| CS252 Advanced Spreadsheets (1) T |
| This course is the second of two courses in spreadsheets. It is designed to teach
advanced topics such as advanced formulas, list management, templates, object
linking and embedding, macros, Visual Basic for Applications, data validation,
and pivot charts and tables.
Prerequisite: CS152, CS170, and CS180 |
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| CS254 Advanced Database Technology (1) T |
| This course is the second of two courses in database technology. It is designed
to teach advanced topics such as object linking and embedding, subforms,
switchboards, pivot tables and charts, reporting and forms, Visual Basic for
Applications, and database administration.
Prerequisite: CS154, CS170, and CS180 |
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| CS258 Advanced Web Page Design (1) T |
| This course is the second of two courses in word processing. It is designed to
teach advanced topics such as XHTML formatting, Dreamweaver, Photoshop,
Flash, Fireworks, JavaScript and dynamic HTML and animation.
Prerequisite: CS158, CS170, and CS180 |
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| CS270 Foundations in Operating Systems (3) |
| An introduction to a client operating system such as Windows XP; includes
the study and implementation of user accounts, protocols, file permissions and
sharing, device drivers, and managing data.
Prerequisite: CS170 |
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| CS280 Data Structures (3) |
Creating and using dynamic data types, reference pointers, classes and objects.
Design and implementation of arrays and array-based lists; an introduction to
visual applications with Visual Basic.
Prerequisites: CS170, and CS180. Co-requisite of CS270 recommended. |
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| CS301 Management Information Systems (3) |
| An overview of the changing requirements in corporate management structure
from a computer based information systems standpoint. Topics include formal
systems theory for management problem solving, decision support systems,
expert systems, distributed processing requirements, and client/server implementation.
Prerequisite: CS170 and CS180. |
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| CS/BS302 Systems Analysis (3) |
| The second of two courses in analysis of business systems using structured
methodologies.Topics include process modeling, data flow diagrams, feasibility
analysis, the systems proposal, and object modeling.
Prerequisite: CS301. |
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| CS304 Systems Design (3) |
| Implementation of the logical models created in Systems Analysis. Topics include
data analysis, event analysis, implementation of specific process analysis
and design, prototyping, physical network modeling, input and output design of
a graphical user interface, programdesign, implementation, and post implementation
support.
Prerequisite: BS/CS302. |
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| CS306 COBOL (3) |
Input, output, and data movement statements; arithmetic statements, conditional
statements, perform statements. Application of COBOL to problems involving
sequential files, report writing, and sort/merge.
Prerequisite: CS280. |
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| CS307 File Management (3) |
| File organizations including sequential, indexed relative, hash files, and tree
structures. Programming problems involving sequential and non-sequential file
organizations.
Prerequisite: CS280, and CS313. |
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| CS313 Windows Programming with Visual Basic (3) |
| The design and implementation of programs using a GUI with Visual Basic.
Prerequisites: CS280 |
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| CS315 Windows Programming with C++ (3) |
| The study of object oriented programming theory followed by the implementation
of objects and then object oriented programs using C++.
Prerequisites: CS280. |
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| CS317 Java Programming for Teachers (3) |
| The creation and management applications using Java. Students will write applications
in Java, using objects and advanced data structures including stacks,
queues, linked lists, and binary trees.
Prerequisite: CS280. |
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| CS327 Computer Graphics (3) |
| Computer graphics standards; 2-dimensional graphics primitives including point,
line, and polygon; translation, scaling, and rotation; graphical icons; applications
in windowing environments; business graphics including bar chart and pie chart;
introduction to 3-dimensional graphics; use of a graphics software package.
Students write programs to create and manipulate graphical entities.
Prerequisite: CS258 and CS280. |
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| CS330 Operating Systems (3) |
| The study of system software that manages the resources of the computer:
peripheral devices, memory, and processor. Concepts of interrupt, deadlock,
and concurrency are studied. Students will have hands-on experience with a
modern computer operating system such as Windows 2000 Professional or
Windows XP Professional.
Prerequisite: CS280 or permission. |
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| CS332 Data Communications (3) |
| A broad introduction to data communication terms and concepts; impact of communication
technology on information systems design. A study of the hardware
needed for adequate data communication.Topics include protocols and network
architectures, communication services, error control, and network management.
Prerequisite: CS330. |
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| CS397 Field Experience (Variable) |
| Approved work experience in the computer field established by contract between
the instructor and the student.
Prerequisite: CS280. |
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| CS398 Independent Reading (Variable) |
A student may apply to take an Independent Reading course towards major or
minor. An outline should be prepared by the student and submitted to one of the
faculty in the department. Upon the faculty’s approval, a contract is signed between
student and faculty member for a specified work to be done by the student
in a specified period of time for a specified number of credit hours.Upon the completion
of the work by the student, the faculty member will submit a letter grade.
Prerequisite: CS280. |
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| CS399 Independent Project (Variable) |
A student may apply to take an Independent Project course towards major or
minor. An outline should be prepared by the student and submitted to one of the
faculty in the department. Upon the faculty’s approval, a contract is signed between
student and faculty member for a specified work to be done by the student
in a specified period of time for a specified number of credit hours.Upon the completion
of the work by the student, the faculty member will submit a letter grade.
Prerequisite: CS280. |
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| CS401 Project Management (3) |
| Management techniques for data processing projects: staffing, scheduling, security,
performance evaluation, and implementation methodologies. Hands-on
use of a project management software package.
Prerequisite: CS280, and CS304. |
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| CS430 Network Operating Systems (3) |
Introduces the student to different types of network operating systems and network
topologies. Students will study the difference between LAN’s and WAN’s.
In depth study of the appropriate levels of the OSI model. The lab includes the installation of the network operating systems (NOS), creating and securing accounts,
installation of printing and dial-up functions. Students will have hands-on
experience with a Windows Server operating system.
Prerequisite: CS180 and CS270. |
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| CS440 Database Management Systems (3) |
| Introduction to concepts and technology of database management systems:
physical data organization; relational, network, and hierarchical models; implementation
using a prominent commercial product.
Prerequisites: CS154, CS170 and CS180. |
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| CS441 Database Programming (3) |
| Students will design and implement an application using a database engine and
programming in Visual Basic. Students will be required to write SQL statements
to complete the implementation of the course long project.
Prerequisite: CS280 and CS440. |
