Undergraduate Course Descriptions

COMPUTER SCIENCE (CSC)

CSC 1400 Introduction to Computers 4(3-2)

A thorough and non-technical guide for the practical use of computers that is vital to the students' personal and professional lives. It includes an overview of the computer's history, microcomputers hardware and software including the Operating System, the most commonly used application software: word processors, electronic spreadsheets and management systems, and an introduction to programming using Pascal as a structural procedural language.

This is a University Core Course for the BBA, BAIS, BACS, BSHRD

CSC 1401 Computer Programming 4(3-2)
Pre-requisite: Working knowledge of algebra and trigonometry

This course will cover algorithms and problem solving, basic algorithmic analysis, fundamental programming constructs and data structures, and basic algorithmic strategies. Students will learn the basic skill of constructing a problem solution, and will illustrate this in labs with a high level language (currently C).

This is a University Core Course for the BSGE, BSCSC, BSEMS

CSC 2302 Data Structures 3(3-0)
Pre-requisites: CSC 1401 and MTH 1304 (required for BSCS program and recommended for the other programs).

This course will build on the knowledge and skills acquired in the introductory course. It will cover basic data structures and computing algorithms, algorithmic strategies, and recursion. Students will also develop advanced competence in algorithmic statement and complete the basic tools needed for computer oriented problem solving in a high level language (currently C).

This is a General Engineering Core Course for the BSGE
This is a Computer Science Major required Course for the BSCSC
This is a Minor in Software Engineering for the BSEMS

CSC 2303 Advanced Programming/Object-Oriented Programming 3(3-0)
Pre-requisite: CSC 2302

This course will build on the broad ability and understanding acquired in the previous course to give students a strong mastery of programming in a specific object-oriented programming language, currently Java. It will cover programming language concepts, event-driven programming and object-oriented programming in depth, as well as virtual machines and language translation issues including declarations and types and control abstraction mechanisms.

This is a General Engineering Core Course in the BSGE
This is a Computer Science Major required Course for the BSCSC
This is a Minor in Software Engineering for the BSEMS

CSC 2304 Computer Architecture 3(3-0)
Pre-requisites: CSC 2302 and EGR 3331

This course will build on the strong base of problem solving and programming language skills reached in the preceding courses to give students the basics of the physical structure of a modern computer. It will cover digital logic and digital systems, machine level representation of data, assembly level machine organization, memory system organization and architecture, interfacing and communication, illustrated with projects implemented in assembly language and C.

This is a General Engineering Core Course in the BSGE
This is a Computer Science Major required Course for the BSCSC

CSC 3309 Artificial Intelligence 3(3-0)
Pre-requisites: CSC 2303 and Junior Classification

This course provides an introduction to techniques for the programming of intelligent systems and problem-solving techniques. Topics covered include knowledge representation, propositional and predicate logic, expert systems, searching and machine learning.

This is a Concentration Course in the BSGE
This is a Computer Science Major Advanced Course for the BSCSC

CSC 3315 Languages and Compilers 3(3-0)
Pre-requisite: CSC 2303

An introduction to the analysis of computer languages and the tools used to translate them. Includes an overview of programming languages, virtual machines, introduction to language translation and language translation systems, basic computability and automata theory.

This is a Computer Science Major required Course for the BSCSC

CSC 3323 Analysis of Algorithms 3(3-0)
Pre-requisite: CSC 2303

Study of algorithm design, including introductory concepts; sorting and searching algorithms; string, graph, and set algorithms; complexity classes; branch and bound algorithms; dynamic programming and advanced topics.

This is a Computer Science Major required Course for the BSCSC
This is a Minor in Software Engineering for the BSEMS

CSC 3324 Software Engineering I 3(3-0)
Pre-requisite: CSC 2303

Course covers computer software design and development, including feasibility study, requirements analysis and design, using formal methods such Merise. Concrete case studies are used to illustrate concepts.

This is a General Engineering Core Course in the BSGE
This is a Computer Science Major required Course for the BSCSC
This is a Minor in Software Engineering for the BSEMS

CSC 3325 Software Engineering II 3(3-0)
Pre-requisite: CSC 3324

Continuation of the study of software engineering begun in CSC 3324. Students will review and assimilate the basic concepts and applications of software engineering, learn core aspects of software engineering (such as User interface, Software Quality, Software re-use, etc.) that a computer scientist must master and take into account while building a piece of software, develop skills for working in a large group on a software project, explore the literature related to the subjects addressed in this course, and acquire the basic oratory skills needed to present software engineering concepts and applications. The course applies concepts used in business and industry to develop computer-based solutions to practical problems.

This is a Concentration Course in the BSGE
This is a Computer Science Major Advanced Course for the BSCSC
This is a Minor in Software Engineering for the BSEMS

CSC 3326 Database Systems 3(3-0)
Pre-requisite: CSC 3324

The course covers the design and use of modern relational databases. Topics include file structures, hierarchical and network data models in addition to the relational model and relational algebra. SQL is also introduced. Models for database design are presented and compared. Also addressed are current trends in database including object-oriented and functional models as well as distributed databases and database security issues.

This is a Concentration Course in the BSGE
This is a Computer Science Major required Course for the BSCSC
This is a Minor in Software Engineering for the BSEMS

CSC 3327 Internet Technologies 3(3-0)
Pre-requisite: CSC 3326

Provides a global view of web-based enterprise information services and covers the basic components of such a system, including web servers, client side components, server side components, http protocols, html and scripting languages, as well as e-commerce and intranet application structures, including security issues. It includes specific projects in programming servers and clients. Students will look at multiple technologies used today, including Microsoft/.NET, Java J2EE technology, Oracle tools, XML/SOAP, and others. Course will give a broad look at current technologies, as well as an in-depth study of a specific technology.

This is a Concentration Course in the BSGE
This is a Computer Science Major Advanced Course for the BSCSC

CSC 3328 Embedded Systems 3(3-0)
Pre-requisite: CSC 3351

The course surveys application of computing systems in a range of devices ranging from nomadic devices to embedded real-time computers. Emphasis will be on developing applications for these platforms with stringent constraints such as low memory, limited power, limited processing power, no persistent storage capability etc. An integral part of this course is the implementation of a system on one of these platforms, such as VxWorks/ EPOC/PalmOS/ Pocket PC, with a real time and mobility flavor.

This is a Concentration Course in the BSGE
This is a Computer Science Major Advanced Course for the BSCSC

CSC 3341 Computer Graphics 3(3-0)
Pre-requisites: CSC 2303 and Junior Classification

Fundamentals of raster graphics, including 2D and 3D viewing systems, viewing transformations, line and polygon models, rendering, clipping and hidden surface removal, projections, shading and illumination, interfaces, and graphics systems components.

This is a Concentration Course in the BSGE
This is a Computer Science Major Advanced Course for the BSCSC

CSC 3342 Human-Computer Interaction 3(3-0)
Pre-requisite: CSC 2303

This course is an introduction to HCI models and concepts. It will go through the different models used to represent user interfaces, from the SEEHEIM model to the more recent ARCH model. It will include a presentation of the different criteria that measure the adaptability, the flexibility and the ergonomy of interfaces, a review of the different techniques used to build interfaces, and a short description of the latest adaptive interfaces.

CSC 3343 CAD/CAM/CAE Fundamentals 3(3-0)
Pre-requisite: CSC 3341

Fundamentals, introduction to CATIA, Solid modeling, Surface modeling, 2 D/3D integration, Mechanical assembly.

CSC 3344 Advanced Modeling and Simulation 3(3-0)
Pre-requisite: CSC 3343

Free form design, realistic renderings, parametric and variational modeling, feature based design, numerical computation, finite element method, and kinematics.

CSC 3351 Operating Systems 3(3-0)
Pre-requisites: CSC 2303 and CSC 2304

This course covers the general principles of operating systems together with detailed coverage of the most popular systems in the marketplace, such as Linux, Macintosh, Microsoft Windows. Throughout the course, the following areas will be considered in detail: Concurrent processes: deadlocks and mutual exclusion; scheduling: preemptive and non-preemptive strategies, performance measurement; Input/Output management: buffering, device and processor queues, latency, error correction, direct memory access devices; file systems: naming, referencing, disk space management, basic security needs; memory management, swapping and demand paging.

This is a Concentration Course in the BSGE
This is a Computer Science Major required Course for the BSCSC

CSC 3352 Computer Communications 3(3-0)
Pre-requisites: CSC 2303 and CSC 2304

This course introduces the student to the subject of data communication in the context of the OSI model USING as case studies TCP/IP and Novell models. It includes the basic communication theory of the physical and datalink layers. Topics include: channel capacity, error handling, transmission techniques, and flow control. Case studies: Ethernet, token ring, token bus, and others.

This is a General Engineering Core Course in the BSGE
This is a Computer Science Major required Course for the BSCSC

CSC 3353 Computer Networks 3(3-0)
Pre-requisite: CSC 3352

This course covers relevant topics including network architecture and protocols. The OSI model is reviewed focusing on the network layer, the transport layer and the application layer. Examples of contemporary networks such as TCP/IP are studied in detail with emphasis on design and analysis issues.

This is a Concentration Course in the BSGE
This is a Computer Science Major Advanced Course for the BSCSC

CSC 3354 Distributed Systems 3(3-0)
Pre-requisites: CSC 3351 and CSC 3352

Classification of distributed systems. Systems architecture: unreliable networks and programs as implementations of perfect abstract processes that communicate through loss-free channels. Standardization of protocols and services. Specification of distributed activities. Proofs of systems properties. Server-based systems.

This is a Concentration Course in the BSGE
This is a Computer Science Major Advanced Course for the BSCSC

CSC 3355 Computer Security 3(3-0)
Pre-requisites: CSC 2303 and Senior Classification

A detailed account of security issues, together with cryptography and its usage in the internet, firewall technology, packet filtering, etc.

This is a Concentration Course in the BSGE
This is a Computer Science Major Advanced Course for the BSCSC

CSC 4300 Internship 3(3-0)
May be combined with CSC 4402 for 7 SCH.

On-the-job education and training in a public or private sector agency or business. Students must consult with the internship director to arrange for a three-party contract to be drawn up that details the amount and nature of the work to be done. The contract must be signed by the student, the internship director and the agency or business person supervising the work.

This is a School Core Course for the BSCSC

CSC 4402 Capstone Design 4(2-4)
Pre-requisite: To be taken during the last regular semester of enrollment.

A project-design course to consolidate the information gathered in all previous courses. The content will vary and will take into account the technical electives and engineering optional courses selected.

This is a School Core Course for the BSCSC