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Courses in computer studies (designated CMST) may be applied as appropriate, for example, toward:
- the general education requirement in computing;
- a major in computer studies, in computer and information science or in information systems management;
- a minor in computing
- a Computer Studies Certificate; and
- electives.
(Graded on a satisfactory/D/fail basis only.) An introduction to the hardware and software of computer systems and the terminology and functional parts of a computer. Extensive explanations of, and practice with, the operating system and utilities of a microcomputer are provided. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: CAPP 100A or CMST 100A.
(Graded on a satisfactory/D/fail basis only.) An introduction to word processing as one of the many applications of microcomputers. The characteristics of word processing are analyzed. Topics include typical features, as well as costs and trends of available software. Hands-on practice with typical word-processing software is provided. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: CAPP 100B, CAPP 103, CMST 100B, or CMST 103.
(Graded on a satisfactory/D/fail basis only.) An introduction to the principles of presentation graphics. Topics include text and analytical charts, free-form graphics and clip art, and animation and slide shows. Hands-on practice with typical presentation graphics software is provided. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: CAPP 100D or CMST 100D.
(Graded on a satisfactory/D/fail basis only.) An introduction to the use of computer networks to interconnect microcomputers and to the current hardware, software, and communication standards and protocols that make networking possible. Hands-on practice with typical communications software and network configuration is provided. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: CAPP 100E or CMST 100E.
(Graded on a satisfactory/D/fail basis only.) An introduction to database systems, including terminology and principles of database management systems. Focus is on how best to organize, manage, and access stored data; how to protect databases; and how to extract useful information. Hands-on practice with typical database software is provided. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: CAPP 100F, CAPP 103, CMST 100F, or CMST 103.
(Graded on a satisfactory/D/fail basis only.) An introduction to the use of electronic worksheets to analyze numerical data, including basic terminology, formats, and other applications. Hands-on practice with typical spreadsheet software is provided. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: CAPP 100G, CAPP 103, CMST 100G, or CMST 103.
(Graded on a satisfactory/D/fail basis only.) An introduction to computer security. Topics include both physical and software security and the types of computer viruses that afflict modern information systems. Discussion covers the use of the operating system and antiviral software tools to protect, detect, and recover from viral attacks. Hands-on practice in applying these tools is provided. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: CAPP 100J or CMST 100J.
(Graded on a satisfactory/D/fail basis only.) An introduction to Web page design and site management. The characteristics of Web page design and navigation structures are analyzed, and typical features of current commercial software are presented. Hands-on practice with typical Web page design and site management software is provided. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: CAPP 100L or CMST 100L.
(Graded on a satisfactory/D/fail basis only.) An introduction to the use of HTML to create basic and advanced World Wide Web-enabled documents. Topics include creating and editing Web pages, placing HTML documents on the Web, designing Web pages with tables, and using frames in Web pages. Assignments include designing and implementing Web pages using HTML. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: CAPP 100M, CAPP 101H, or CMST 100M.
(Graded on a satisfactory/D/fail basis only.) An introduction to the use and configuration of graphical user interfaces, focusing on Microsoft Windows operating systems. Topics include working with Windows programs, managing files and folders using Windows Explorer, customizing Windows using the Control Panel, using Internet services in Windows, and managing shared files and resources. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: CAPP 100N, CAPP 101M, CAPP 101T, or CMST 100N.
(Graded on a satisfactory/D/fail basis only.) An introduction to configuring and using UNIX and Linux on microcomputers and workstations. Hands-on experience in configuring the desktop environment of a Linux operating system is provided. Topics include UNIX commands, file management, the X-Window graphical user interface, and window managers such as Gnome and KDE. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: CAPP 100P or CMST 100P.
Prerequisite: extensive experience with application software including word processing, spreadsheets, and databases. A presentation of application software packages that includes advanced features of operating systems, spreadsheets, database management, and electronic information exchange for business applications. Presentation software is reviewed, and hands-on experience with the software is provided. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: CAPP 303 or CMST 303.
Prerequisite: CMIS 102 or CMIS 102A. A structured approach to developing programs using the Visual Basic programming language. Hands-on experience in implementing features of this visual interface for program design is provided. Assignments include programming projects in Visual Basic.
Prerequisite: CMST 103 or IFSM 201. An introduction to concepts and methods of desktop publishing. Highlights include the design and layout of a publication, the choice of computer hardware and software, the integration of computer graphics, the drafting and editing of a publication, and methods of interfacing with high-level printing equipment to produce a final document. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: CAPP 310, CAPP 398B, or CMST 310.
Prerequisite: CMIS 102, CMIS 102A, CMST 103, or IFSM 201. A study of HTML and Web page design including Internet security measures as well as social, ethical, and legal issues related to the growth of the Internet. Assignments include designing and publishing a Web page. Additional topics include basic principles and protocols of the Internet; configuration and use of graphical Web browsers; application programs such as e-mail, searching and retrieving information on the World Wide Web; and the use of portals. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: CAPP 385 or CMST 385.
Prerequisite: CMST 385. A study of modern methods for the design of Web sites. Focus is on Web page design, including features such as cascading style sheets and programming using JavaScript and PHP. Students will learn how the WWW is moving toward XML and how to write XHTML compliant web pages. Assignments include publishing W3C validated web pages. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: CAPP 386 or CMST 386.
- Indicates extensive computer use by students.
Last updated: 21 July 2008