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CSC-101 Introduction to Computing
(F)
This course provides an overview of computing concepts for nonmajors.
Topics include: the history of computing, computing hardware,
network and the Internet, web page design, basic programming concepts,
data representation, the capabilities and limitations of computing, and
issues relating faith and computer technology and the impact on society.
Includes a weekly one-hour tutorial.
CSC-121 Computer Programming I
(F)
This course is an overview of the discipline of computer science and an
introduction to computer programming. Students will learn to design,
code, debug, test, and document well-structured programs using the
Python programming language. This course will also include an
introduction to the history of computing and to computing through the
eyes of faith. Includes a weekly one-hour tutorial.
Prerequisite: Grade 12 U mathematics or corequisite of MAT-114
CSC-122 Computer Programming II
(W)
An introduction to object-oriented programming using Java. Topics
include objects, classes, inheritance, encapsulation, polymorphism,
and recursion. Through the study of object design, this course also
introduces graphical user interfaces and elementary data structures.
Includes a weekly one-hour tutorial.
Prerequisite: CSC-121
CSC-217 Discrete Mathematics (MAT-217) *
CSC-221 Data Structures and Algorithms *
A detailed study of searching and sorting algorithms and their time
and space complexity. Various data structures are examined in detail
including stacks, arrays, lists, queues, and trees.
Prerequisite: CSC-122
CSC-231 Computer Organization and Assembly Language Programming (W)*
An introduction to computer organization starting with the digital logic
level and moving up to the microarchitecture level. The instruction set
architecture level is covered along with binary representation of data,
addressing modes, and instruction types. Students will also learn how
to program in assembler. The course concludes with an overview of
parallel computer architectures ranging from on-chip parallelism to
multi-processors and multi-computers. Includes a weekly one-hour
tutorial.
CSC-341 Computer Networks
An introduction to computer network architectures and protocols,
placing emphasis on protocols used in the Internet. Topics include
physical layer media, data link layer issues, multiple access protocols,
routing, quality of service, inter-networking, transport protocols,
application services, and network security.
Prerequisite: CSC-122
(W)*
CSC-351 Operating Systems
(F)*
This course may be offered occasionally depending on demand.
Otherwise, students can complete this course by taking COMP-314 as
a correspondence course at Athabasca University. See the Registrar’s
Office for details.
Prerequisite: CSC-122
Recommended: CSC-231
CSC-360 Computer Science Issues (Capstone) *
This course is an interdisciplinary study of computer technology
issues through the eyes of faith. Various current technology issues
are discussed as they relate to philosophy, theology, politics, and
psychology. Students will be required to do research and actively
investigate the issues.
Prerequisite: CSC-360 is the Capstone Course for the Computer Science Department and
is required for all majors in the 3rd or 4th year.
CSC-385-86 Independent Study
For more information on setting up an independent study see page 51.
CSC-390 Senior Project *
A two semester course in which the students complete a departmentally
approved practical computing project. This capstone experience will
give students the opportunity to apply their studies by developing
a significant software application. Readings and discussions on
software engineering concepts will take place throughout the course
of the project and progress will be reviewed periodically. At the
completion of the project, students will be expected to describe project
management concepts, demo their working software, and give a final
presentation and report. (8-month course)
Prerequisite: Year 3 or 4 standing in a Computer Science major
CSC-241 Web and Database Programming
(F)*
This course is an introduction to web programming and databases.
Students will learn server-side scripting and relational database
management systems. Topics include HTML/XHTML, CSS,
Javascript, server-side scripting using PHP, relational databases
management systems, Structured Query Language (SQL), and database
design.
Prerequisite: CSC-122
CSC-311 Numerical Analysis (MAT-311/PHY-311) *
A study of numerical methods of solving problems. Topics include
linear algebraic equations, polynomial interpolation, numerical
integration and differentiation.
Prerequisite: CSC-121 and MAT-223 or 231; Year 3 or 4 standing with permission of the
instructor
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