I 4 credits Survey of local area network systems focused on data communications. Hands-on experience in LAN setup, maintenance, and administration is emphasized. End User Computing 4 credits Introduction to the information center concept and its methods for system configuration in contrast to the traditional life cycle development methodologies. Includes information center techniques for providing consultation and assistance in the assembly and testing of systems components. CIS 360 Databases and Data Files 4 credits Stresses basic knowledge of data structures, normalization of data, data modeling, and database methods.
Students learn the basics of construction of database schema.
Includes a mix of theory, design, and programming. Introduces basic image processing techniques, file formats, display methods, and the importance of imaging in the business and scientific community. Specific topics include point, area, and geometric processing techniques, convolution techniques, and image enhancement. Client Server 4 credits Examines issues and examples of client-server application development. Programming labs focus on database access methods, transaction processing, and lab-server issues.