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Computer Science
client-side web technologies are discussed. Offered fall semester. Prerequisites: grade of C or better in
CS355 and CS325.
CS388 Programming the Mobile Device II 3 credits
This course builds on CS288, while exploring the networking, telephony, location-based services offered
by the mobile platform. The application started in CS288 may be continued in this class. Prerequisite:
grade of C or better in CS288.
CS390-397 Special Topics in Computer Science
1-4 credits
Designed to permit instruction in specialized fields of computer science, explore new topics and utilize
the expertise of the faculty and other resource persons. Topics include (but not limited to): simulation
and modeling; cryptography and network security; human factors; and advanced data structures and
algorithms. Prerequisite: CS325.
CS400 Programming Paradigms, Theory and Translation 4 credits
This course introduces the formal study of programming language syntax, data types, and control
structures; methods of executing higher-level constructs at run-time; and, data structures and algorithms
used in compilation and interpretation. Laboratory work emphasizes acquisition of skill in a variety of
programming paradigms. Offered fall semester. Prerequisite: grade of C grade or better in CS325.
CS415 Systems Software and Hardware Interface 4 credits
This course provides an introduction to computer hardware organization, systems programming
and the hardware/software interface. Students learn the basic combinational and sequential logic
components of computer processors along with their functional organization and operation. Students
also learn how systems software such as operating systems, assemblers, linkers and loaders interact
with hardware to in order to run application programs. Students apply their learning by writing and/or
modifying systems code. Offered spring semester. Prerequisite: grade of C or better in CS325.
CS456 Scientific Computing Project 1 credit
This course is required for all Scientific Computing minors. Its purpose is to provide students the
opportunity to develop a research project or participate in an ongoing research project under
direction of a faculty advisor. The project must combine scientific computing tools and techniques
with a substantive scientific or engineering problem. It is also intended to give students experience in
experimental design, recordkeeping, and scientific writing. Also offered as M456 and P456. Prerequisites:
consent of both the faculty advisor and the minor supervisor, and CS/M/P 356.
CS485 Systems Development Practice I 4-6 credits
This course is the first semester course of a two semester project experience wherein students apply
the principles of design and development learned in earlier courses toward the implementation of a
large-scale software system. Working in teams, students explore software life-cycle models, software
development methodologies, software revision control, and project management as applied to a real
world project. Offered fall semester. Prerequisites: senior status, department major, and grade of C or
better in CS335, CS380, and CS410.
CS490 Systems Development Practice II 4-6 credits
A continuation of CS485. Prerequisite: CS485
CS496/97 Internship 3 credits
An opportunity for qualified juniors or seniors to participate in an internship under the guidance and
supervision of competent professionals. Credit offered under this course listing involves internships in
the computer science field but not directly related to the goals of the senior year practicum experience
in software development.
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