CGS 2821 - INTRODUCTION TO WEB SITE DESIGN (Web 1)
Ideal for students in non-computing degree programs interested in developing Web sites for discipline-specific applications..

This course teaches Web site design skills and considerations including graphics design principles, logical design principles, usability, information management and communication. Coursework is focused on applying Web design to projects in the student's discipline. This course does not include computer programming. Students interested in Web programming should consider CGS2835.

CGS 2835 - INTERDISCIPLINARY WEB DEVELOPMENT (Web 2)
Ideal for students from all disciplines interested in developing Web sites and applications for discipline-specific applications.

The course provides an introduction to Web page and Web site design, Web site management, and Web programming for students from all disciplines. Students will gain an understanding of how the Web functions, how Web sites are designed to be visually pleasing and functionally useful, and will also learn basic systems development and computer programming techniques and concepts.

New! IDC 3931 - WEB PROJECTS (Web 3)
Ideal for students from all disciplines interested in developing Web sites and applications for discipline-specific applications.

This course concentrates on the design, development, and management of interactive web applications. This course explores interactive visual design, working with web application frameworks, mobile websites, and incorporating social media applications. The course is primarily project-based: proposals diagramming the design of the system, development of the application, and management of the product.

CGS 2518 - SPREADSHEETS FOR BUSINESS ENVIRONMENTS
Ideal for students majoring in Business, Finance, Accounting, Economics, Textile & Consumer Sciences, and and other students interested in using spreadsheets for business and financial applications,

This course provides an in-depth study of spreadsheets utilizing a problem-solving approach. Spreadsheet-based solutions are explored for common business tasks and problems resulting in a thorough coverage of spreadsheet functions and tools along with a deep understanding of their purpose in a business environment. This course is ideal for students with professional interests related to business and economics and also for students wishing to obtain a deeper understanding of spreadsheets in general.

COM 3332 - NEW COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY & CONTEMPORARY SOCIETY
Business, Economics, Education, Human Sciences, English, Psychology, History, Political Science, and Sociology and other students interested in the impact of digital communications and media on society.

This course provides an historical perspective on new communication and information technologies. It describes how these technologies have influenced, and been influenced by, culture, economics, and politics, while simultaneously examining theories that help to explain these influences

LIS 3353 - TECHNOLOGIES FOR INFORMATION SERVICES
Ideal for students from all degree programs interested in learning about information technologies.

Beginning beyond the computer literacy level, the course develops an appreciation for the application of computer hardware, software, and information systems for the provision of information services. Highlights features and offers up-to-date coverage of technical developments with examples of real-world software applications and the principles by which computer systems and their networks support information seekers.

LIS 2780 DATABASE CONCEPTS
Ideal for students interested in gaining a deeper understanding of databases and their uses in research and industry.

This course examines relational database management systems using a typical, commercial DBMS, such as Microsoft Access. Topics include data modeling, database design, implementation, forms and reports, and remote access to databases.

GEO 4930 06 - GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS (GIS) FOR NON-MAJORS
Ideal for students majoring in Anthropology, Oceanography, Criminology, Meteorology, Sociology, Business Management, MIS, Information Studies, Textile & Consumer Sciences and any other student interested in relating research data to geographic locations. Although this has a 4000 level ranking, it is taught at the 2000 level.

Geographic information systems (GIS) are computer programs for mapping and analyzing the world. Tracking location is now important in many jobs, including environmental management, urban planning, market surveys, transport flow, natural resources, and understanding crime and health problems. This course will offer students the opportunity to learn basic GIS skills, explore a variety of applications and operate market-driven GIS software.

DIG 3725 - INTRO TO GAME AND SIMULATION DESIGN
Ideal for students in Computer Science, Art, Motion Picture, Creative Writing, Music, and other students interested in game design, and 3D modeling.

This course introduces basic techniques used to design and implement computer games and/or simulation environments. Topics include a historic overview of computer games and simulators, game documents, description and use of a game engine, practical modeling of objects and terrain, and use of audio. Physics and artificial intelligence in games are covered briefly. Programming is based on a scripting language. The course is divided between lectures and practical assignments. Course topics will be assimilated through the design of a 3D game designed and implemented in a team environment.

COP 2258 - PROBLEM SOLVING WITH OBJECT ORIENTED PROGRAMMING
Ideal for students from all disciplines interested in understanding object-oriented computer programming and the benefits it provides to professionals in all disciplines.

The ability to solve problems creatively using computational methods has become important to professionals in many disciplines. This interdisciplinary course is designed for students who are not necessarily intent on becoming computer programmers, but are interested in understanding the principles that govern object-oriented programming and software development in order to assist with problem solving in their own disciplines. The emphasis of this course is not on programming.

New! ISC 3313 - INTRO TO SCIENTIFIC COMPUTING
Ideal for students majoring in science degree programs interested in using computers for scientific research.

This course introduces the student to the science of computations. Algorithms for standard problems in computational science are presented. The basics of the object-oriented programming language Fortran are taught to facilitate the student's implementation of algorithms.

CGS 4404 - ADVANCED APPLICATION DEV
Ideal for students from all degree programs interested in learning to program for the Windows platform.

This course presents advanced application development methodology, technology, and tools. Students work on teams in the applied study of complex systems development problems and cases.