Algorithms for searching, sorting and information retrieval area also explored. Students demonstrate proficiency by completing laboratory assignments. Topics include multi-programming, timesharing, virtual storage and the management of programs and data within the system. Different types of operating systems including Unix will be discussed. Topics include three primary data models, data base design and concepts of the data dictionary.
Students demonstrate proficiency by completing programming assignments for business applications.
Topics include random- access files, graphical displays of data, communicating with other windows applications, and controls. This course is an introduction to programming using Visual Basic. Topics include top-down structured programming, visual interface design and implementation, functions, procedures, arrays, data file access methods. Hands-on experience with programming for an interactive graphical user interface under Windows will be introduced. The creation and customizing of forms, controls, and their properties will be used.