2021-2022 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Course Descriptions
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CISC 101 - Exploring Lego Robotics
(2 semester hours)
Prerequisites: None
Description: This course introduces mobile robots and the fundamental concepts of programming using Lego Mindstorms robots. Lectures are followed by hands-on labs where creativity and problem solving are key components. The primary goal is to obtain both visual and textual programming skills while promoting social aptitudes such as leadership and teamwork. Limited to the Dual Enrollment student. Offered Summer Semester, annually.
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CISC 103 - Introduction to Computers & Information Sciences
(4 semester hours)
Prerequisites: None
Description: This course serves as an introduction to computing and information systems. It uses both lecture and laboratory practice to introduce the student to the use of computers to solve problems. The student is presented the techniques, concepts, analysis, and reports on experiences and technologies and trends. This includes the concepts of hardware, software, networking, computer security, programming, database, e-commerce, decision support systems, and other emerging technologies. The student is introduced to techniques that search, evaluate, validate, and cite information found online. Widely-used applications including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, presentation, and web development software are also studied. Offered Fall Semester, annually.
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CISC 104 - Special Topics
(1 to 4 semester hours)
Prerequisites: Based on topic(s) covered or permission of instructor
Description: This course covers topics in Computer & Information Sciences. Due to the nature of evolving topics, this course may not be eligible for repeat. Offered Summer Semester, only.
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CISC 106 - Special Topics
(1 to 4 semester hours)
Prerequisites: Based on topic(s) covered or permission of instructor
Description: This course covers topics in Computer & Information Sciences. Due to the nature of evolving topics, this course may not be eligible for repeat. Offered As needed.
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CISC 120 - Programming I
(4 semester hours)
Prerequisites: MATH 120 or MATH 140
Description: This course introduces the concepts and techniques of computer programming. Emphasis is placed on developing the student’s ability to apply problem-solving strategies to design algorithms and to implement these algorithms in a modern, structured programming language. Topics include fundamental programming constructs, problem solving techniques, simple data structures, Object- Oriented Programming (OOP), program structure, data types and declarations, control statements, algorithm strategies and algorithm development. Offered Fall and Spring Semester, annually.
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CISC 140 - Programming II
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: CISC 120
Description: This course builds upon fundamental concepts of programming and introduces several more advanced concepts. Emphasis is placed on the practical applications of the techniques and structures, as opposed to abstract theory, in the hopes of rendering the content accessible and useful in the context of using programming as a tool to solve problems. Topics covered include the basics of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP), sorting and searching algorithms, and basic data structures. Offered Fall and Spring Semester, annually.
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CISC 160 - Data Structures
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: MATH 210 (or taken concurrently) and one of the following, C or higher in CISC 120 or C or higher in CISC 140
Description: This lecture and laboratory course further develops the concepts and techniques of computer programming. Emphasis is placed on structured programming, top-down design, more advanced data structures, and the proper use of the programming language and development tools. Topics include abstract data types (ADTs), sets, records, recursion, problem solving and algorithms, fundamental computing algorithms, searching, introductory sorting, hash tables, basic algorithm analysis, Object-Oriented Programming (OOP), files, linked lists, queues, stacks, and binary trees. Offered Fall and Spring Semester, annually.
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CISC 211 - Computer Organization and Architecture
(4 semester hours)
Prerequisites: MATH 210 (or taken concurrently) and one of the following, C or higher in CISC 120 or C or higher in CISC 140
Description: The goal of the course is to teach the design and operation of a digital computer. It serves the student in two ways: First, for those who want to continue studying computer architecture, embedded systems, and other low-level aspects of computer systems, it lays the foundation of detailed implementation experience needed to make the quantitative tradeoffs in more advanced courses meaningful; and, second, for a student interested in other areas of computer science, it solidifies an intuition about why hardware is as it is and how software interacts with hardware. Topics include technology trends and their implications, performance measurement, instruction sets, computer arithmetic, design and control of a datapath, pipelining, memory hierarchies, input and output, and brief introduction to multiprocessors. Offered Fall and Spring Semester, annually.
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CISC 225 - Information Systems Analysis and Design
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: C or higher in CISC 120 or C or higher in CISC 140
Description: This course is a foundation for database design and database security courses. Systems Analysis and Design is a fundamental, active field in which analysts continually learn new techniques and approaches to develop systems more effectively and efficiently. There is a core set of skills that all analysts need to know no matter what approach or methodology is used. All information systems projects move through the four phases of planning, analysis, design, and implementation; all projects require analysts to gather requirements, model the business needs, and create blueprints for how the systems should be built; and all projects require an understanding of organizational behavior concepts like change management and team building. This course captures the dynamic aspects of the field by keeping the student focused on doing Systems Analysis and Design while presenting the core set of skills that the analyst needs to know. Offered Fall and Spring Semester, annually.
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CISC 233 - Essential Algorithms
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: MATH 210 and one of the following, C or higher in CISC 140 or C or higher in CISC 160
Description: This course covers the basic techniques used to analyze problems and algorithms, including asymptotic, upper/lower bounds, and best/average/worst case analysis. Amortized analysis, complexity, and basic techniques are used to design algorithms (important classical algorithms including sorting, string, matrix, and graph algorithms). The goal for the student is to be able to apply all the above to design solutions for real-world problems. Offered Fall and Spring Semester, annually.
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CISC 298 - Project I
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: SEMR 200 , an approved learning contract, permission of the Office of Experiential Programs, designation of an appropriate academic advisor, and a minimum of 40 earned semester hours
Description: This first project in the student’s experiential program challenges the student to identify, investigate and analyze a particular topic in the program of study or a concentration. A key objective is to apply skills, methods, and knowledge obtained in prior courses with independent thinking and research; the final product represents the successful and purposeful application of knowledge. The project is undertaken with the close mentorship of a faculty member and may involve a community partner. Projects can involve scientific-based research or laboratory experiences, needs analysis or development plans for external organizations, or market studies and business plan proposals. Offered As needed.
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CISC 300 - Web Technologies
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: CISC 225 or MEBA 210
Description: The student studies, explores and examines tools and technologies used in web applications and web services. Coursework is accomplished both individually and in teams to build, launch, and market a website for a community member or as a university project. Topics include HTML, CSS, Java and Java scripting, database, and SQL. Offered Fall Semester, annually.
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CISC 301 - Operating Systems
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: C or higher in CISC 211 and C or higher in CISC 233
Description: This course provides an introduction to the design and implementation of operating systems. The student is exposed to different operating systems on various computer platforms and is expected to develop a significant operating system programming project in this area. Topics include operating systems principles, computer architecture, concurrency threads, CPU scheduling and dispatching, memory management techniques, computer security and system administration. Offered Fall and Spring Semester, annually.
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CISC 320 - Computer Forensics
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: C or higher in CISC 211 and C or higher in CISC 233
Description: This course provides the student with a unique hands-on experience in digital forensics using case studies. Emphasis is placed on computer incident responses and security risk assessments. Technical and legal issues regarding computer evidence are also covered, including the collection, analysis, and reporting of digital evidence to aid in the investigation. Computer evidence preservation is stressed using cross-validation of forensic tools and the documentation of computer evidence findings. Computer evidence processing methodologies and practices are also reviewed to combat legal challenges against the admissibility of computer-related evidence. Offered Fall Semester, annually.
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CISC 325 - Programming Languages Concepts and Paradigms
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: MATH 310 and C or higher in CISC 233
Description: This course introduces the student to the fundamental concepts in design and implementation of programming languages. We examine the evolution and the theory of language design with respect to syntax and semantics of programming language. Different approaches to programming paradigms and feature inclusions are discussed both with respect to their utility for developers as well as the underlying programming models which enable these features. This course examines the full range of programming models and language paradigms, starting from imperative, functional, logic programming to the latest object-oriented programming languages. Offered Fall and Spring Semester, annually.
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CISC 330 - Computer Networks
(4 semester hours)
Prerequisites: C or higher in CISC 211
Description: The essential topics in computer (digital) and network security are covered. Areas covered include viruses, computer crime, web server security, denial of service attacks, authentication protocols, firewalls, Trojan horses, intrusion detection, data encryption methods, public key cryptography (RSA, DES), email viruses, attachments, spy ware, digital homeland security in wireless technologies and mobile computing. The student is expected to develop a significant programming project in this area. Offered Fall Semester, annually.
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CISC 333 - Defensive Programming
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: C or higher in CISC 233
Description: This course provides the student with a hands-on experience in secure programming using encryption standards and case studies. Emphasis is placed on computer secure programming practices and programing security tools used for risk assessments. Technical and legal issues regarding unsecure or poorly designed software. Software tools as static code analyzer and fuzzers are used to detect flaws (bugs) in applications. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) encryption standards are studied and stressed as defensive programming requirements. Student use NIST encryption in their programs to protect and secure programs and data. Offered Spring Semester, annually.
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CISC 340 - Introduction to Artificial Intelligence
(4 semester hours)
Prerequisites: MATH 310 and C or higher in CISC 233
Description: This course introduces intellectual issues and intelligent systems in the computer field. Topics include: Fundamentals of intelligent systems, artificial intelligence (AI), AI search strategies, knowledge representation, privacy rights and civil liberties, intellectual property, digital copyrights and patents, social and ethical issues, intelligent (Internet) agents, intelligent manufacturing systems, and robotics. Offered Spring Semester, annually.
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CISC 349 - Smartphone Programming
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: CISC 225 and C or higher in CISC 233
Description: This course introduces the student to mobile computing and mobile application design process. This includes designing, implementing, testing, debugging, and publishing smartphone applications with an emphasis on Android mobile operating system. Mobile computing will be discussed from three perspectives: mobile technology, mobile networking, and mobile security. As a major deliverable of the course, the student will complete an application development project with the goal of releasing the application on Android market place. Offered Spring Semester, annually.
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CISC 365 - Internship
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: SEMR 200 or permission, an approved learning contract, permission of Office of Experiential Programs, designation of an appropriate academic advisor, and a site supervisor
Description: An internship allows the student to put theory into practice. The student applies classroom experiences to the workplace at an off-site placement, where ideas are tested, and competencies and skills are developed. Throughout the internship, the student works regularly with a faculty supervisor, the Office of Experiential Programs, and a site supervisor who guide the learning process. The student integrates the collective observations, analyses, and reflections of this experiential team into an internship portfolio that showcases the accomplishments of the experience. The unique portfolio is constructed throughout the internship and represents the evolutionary and dynamic nature of the learning process. Offered As needed.
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CISC 370 - Ethical Hacking
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: CISC 330 and CISC 333
Description: Teaching the student how to identify security flaws of a computing system ethically is a legitimate means of identifying a company’s network weaknesses and can be an effective component of computer security. This course introduces the student to the role of an ethical hacker and the essential hacking technologies required. The different phases involved in hacking are exploited. The student is introduced to the techniques of penetration testing, intrusion testing, and “red-teaming.” The student also reviews of the legal considerations for working as an ethical hacker. Offered Spring Semester, annually.
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CISC 380 - Special Topics in Computer Science
(1 to 4 semester hours)
Prerequisites: 60 credit hours completed and consent of the instructor and academic advisor
Description: This course covers emerging topics in Computer and Information Science. It is an in-depth study of a selected specialized area of Computer and Information Science and the content varies by semester. Due to the nature of evolving topics, this course may not be eligible for repeat. Offered Fall Semester, annually.
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CISC 390 - Independent Study
(1 to 4 semester hours)
Prerequisites: Minimum of 60 earned semester hours and one of the following, C or higher in CISC 120 or C or higher in CISC 140
Description: This course is designed for the student who demonstrates an interest in an area of study not offered or who wishes to pursue a discipline in greater depth than possible through existing courses. An independent study counts as an elective and may not be used for accelerated or remedial credit. A learning contract between the student and instructor defines the responsibilities of the parties and specifies the learning objectives and standards for successful completion of the project. A calendar of meeting times and deadlines shall be a part of that contract. Offered As needed.
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CISC 397 - Principle of Software Engineering and System Analysis
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: CISC 225 and CISC 301
Description: This course develops specific programming designs and specifications and the formal methods used. It is particularly important that the student place a great deal of emphasis in understanding the different design models and the sections covering requirements analysis and system specification. Developing a complete set of requirements and specifications is one of the more difficult and critical tasks in software engineering. During the course, the student is involved with a real problem solving/software development situation. The student is required to gather functional requirements, identify the problem, form a solution and present this solution to a prospective customer. Offered Fall Semester, annually.
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CISC 399 - Formal Languages and Automata Theory
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: MATH 310 and C or higher in CISC 233
Description: This course presents a study of formal languages and the correspondence between language classes and the automata that recognize them. Formal definitions of grammars and acceptors, deterministic and non-deterministic systems, grammar ambiguity, finite state and push-down automata, and normal forms will be discussed. Offered Fall and Spring Semester, annually.
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CISC 400 - Computer Graphics
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: CISC 301 and MATH 250
Description: This course covers the fundamental techniques behind image manipulation and 3D graphics. It begins by building a mathematical model of the interaction of light with surfaces, lenses, and an imager. The student then studies the data structures and processor architectures that allow for efficiently evaluating that physical model. The student completes a series of programming assignments using various tools and technologies discussed in class for both photorealistic image creation and real-time 3D rendering using C++, OpenGL, and GLSL. These assignments cumulate in a multi-week final project. Topics covered in the course include projective geometry, ray tracing, bidirectional surface scattering functions, binary space partition trees, matting and compositing, shadow maps, cache management, and parallel processing of GPUs. This is a core CS course. Offered Fall Semester, annually.
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CISC 411 - Elements of Computing Systems
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: CISC 301 and CISC 399
Description: This course covers the integration process of key notions from algorithms, computer architecture, operating systems, compilers, and software engineering in one unified framework. This is done constructively, by building a general-purpose computer system from the ground up. In that process, ideas and techniques used in the design of modern hardware and software systems are explored and discussed. This course provides in-depth overview of computer systems: sources of complexity and design principles, modularity, abstraction, layering, hierarchy, memory management, interpreters, and compilers along with operating systems design and management. Offered Fall Semester, annually.
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CISC 431 - Natural Language Processing
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: CISC 399
Description: This course introduces the fundamental concepts and ideas in natural language processing (NLP), otherwise known as computational linguistics. It develops an in-depth understanding of both algorithms for processing linguistic information and the underlying computational properties of natural languages. Word-level, syntactic, and semantic processing from both a linguistic and an algorithmic perspective are covered, aiming to get current with present research in the area. The course focuses on modern quantitative techniques in NLP using large corpora, statistical models for acquisition, disambiguation, and parsing and the construction of representative systems. Offered Spring Semester, annually.
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CISC 432 - Statistical Pattern Recognition
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: MATH 280 and 60 credit hours completed
Description: Many emerging applications, such as indexing, security, forensics, and information discovery, involve the use of novel ideas and effective techniques in teaching computers to recognize patterns in various signals and data, ranging from documents, images, audio, and other sensory signals. This course includes the introduction to basic theories, algorithms, and practical solutions of statistical pattern recognition. Topics covered include feature extraction, feature selection, Bayesian classifiers, neural networks, discriminative classifiers, clustering, performance evaluation, and fusion of models. The student gets some hands-on experience in the design, implementation and evaluation of pattern recognition algorithms by applying them to real-world problems. Offered Fall Semester, annually.
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CISC 440 - Wireless Security Management
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: CISC 370 and 60 credit hours completed
Description: This course exposes the student to authentication, access control, and auditing (the 3As), which are the fundamental mechanisms required in enterprise security management for countering the various types of threats on wireless based systems. The student is presented with an approach to managing enterprise security policies using wireless devices in order to effectively monitor and defend trusted domains. Specifically, the student will describe security architecture for designing and implementing a wireless-enabled solution for enterprise security management. Offered Spring Semester, annually.
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CISC 460 - Database Management System
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: CISC 225 and MATH 310
Description: This course introduces the management of database systems, with strong emphasis on understand the fundamentals of a Relational Database Management Systems (RDBMS). Central topics include data modeling and normalization, database architecting, and database creation using SQL as both the data definition and data manipulation language. Through these concepts, the student will design and implement a full database system, including all tables, views, triggers, functions, and procedures necessary for use at deployment. This course also introduces some advanced topics within field of database management such as physical database implementation, index creation, distributed databases, NoSQL systems, and big data. Offered Fall Semester, annually.
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CISC 491 - Software Development Processes and Quality
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: CISC 397
Description: This course provides the student with a project-oriented practice in software engineering by covering popular process models and the steps associated with these models. Topics covered in this course include software principles, software processes, software design, software project management, and software evolution knowledge units, etc. The student is expected to learn this course through practical programming exercises and software development in a “learning-by-doing” manner, i.e., the student works in teams to develop a significant medium-sized software system using practices covered and recommended in this course. After successful completion of this course, the student is expected to be well-prepared to develop software systems in a collaborative environment or to continue graduate study in related fields. Offered Spring Semester, annually.
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CISC 498 - Project II
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: CISC 298 , an approved learning contract, permission of the Office of Experiential Programs, designation of an appropriate academic advisor
Description: This project must be in the student’s program of study or concentration(s). It should demonstrate application of the skills, methods, and knowledge of the discipline to solve a problem or answer a question representative of the type to be encountered in the student’s profession. As with Project I, this is undertaken with the close mentorship of a faculty member and may involve a community partner. The ideal project has a clear purpose that builds directly upon the learning that occurs within the student’s first project and internship. Offered As needed.
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CISC 499 - Industry Software Ethics
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: Senior Status
Description: Ethical obligations have both a professional and a personal dimension. Each are essential to consider; without a sense of personal ethics, one would be indifferent to their effect on the lives of others in circumstances where one’s professional code is silent. So personal ethics helps us to be sure that we take full responsibility for our moral choices and their consequences. This course teaches the student how to gain knowledge and understanding of a number of aspects of this claim, including: the types of harms the public can suffer as result of this work; how software engineers contribute to the food life for others; who exactly are the “public” to whom the engineer is obligated; why the software engineer is obligated to protect the public; what other ethical obligations software engineers are under; how software engineers can actually live up to ethical standards; what is the end goal of an ethical life in software engineering; what are the professional codes of software engineering ethics. Cross-listed with GEND 465. Offered Spring Semester, annually.
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CYOM 105 - Introduction to Cybersecurity
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: None
Description: This course provides students with basic concepts of cybersecurity fundamentals. Students receive a basic awareness of threats to information systems, vulnerabilities inherent to modern architectures and the options available to mitigate threats within a system.
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CYOM 130 - Cybersecurity Ethics and Policy
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: CYOM 105
Description: This course provides students with an understanding of information security policy and how to apply industry and government best practice rules and guidelines. Students begin to create, implement, and institutionalize organization policies that ensure legal, ethical, privacy and compliance standards which are supported. The course compares and contrasts the role of government versus commercial security, to include funding, culture, stakeholders, and classified information protections.
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CYOM 215 - Critical Thinking, Reasoning and Analysis in Cybersecurity
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: CYOM 130
Description: Relating to people, process and technology this course provides students the methods to think through and solve complex global cybersecurity problems. Students are introduced to specific methodologies regarding systems engineering and processes, such as Shewhart cycle, OODA loop, and RPR diagnosis as they apply to networks and cybersecurity.
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CYOM 230 - Cyber Defense
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: CYOM 130
Description: This course provides students with a basic awareness of the options available to understand and mitigate threats within a system. It demonstrates the methodologies used by threat actors to exploit systems and how cyber security professionals can architect more secure systems that support business imperatives, while mitigating cyber risks. An overview of applications, networks, mobile devices, wireless security, and tool categories such as firewall, SIEM, and vulnerability management tools are discussed.
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CYOM 322 - Fundamental Security Design Principles
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: CYOM 130
Description: This course provides students with a basic awareness for building defense in depth architectures and security controls into an organization’s technology processes, workforce considerations and network architectures. As part of this course, students gain a preliminary understanding of cryptography and concepts such as authentication.
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CYOM 340 - Cybersecurity Systems Administration
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: CYOM 130
Description: This course provides students with foundational knowledge in secure networking concepts, technology, and administration. Network security is an essential requirement in building a secure resilient infrastructure. Students explore technical and administrative components of secure networks, how to apply secure design principles to configure network resources (routers, switches, firewalls, IPSes) and how to securely administer the network. Threats to network security are examined and security controls are designed to appropriately mitigate risks. Network and system administration policies and procedures are examined.
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CYOM 345 - Cybersecurity Planning, Management and Policy Development
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: None
Description: This course provides students with the ability to develop policies, plans and processes necessary to implement and measure an effective, risk-based cyber security program. Students synthesize current delivery practices and methodologies for measurable results within the cybersecurity program. Students in the management and leadership concentration complete this course.
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CYOM 350 - Managing Cybersecurity Operations
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: Completion of Core Courses
Description: This course provides students with the knowledge and skills to manage a cyber security operations center (SOC). Processes, techniques and skills to architect and monitor technology systems, identify risks and potential attacks against these systems are discussed. Students examine current cyber security tools and approaches for designing, implementing and maintaining a security architecture. Complex interdependencies are also explored, such as cloud computing, mobile devices and practices to address these scenarios are demonstrated.
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CYOM 365 - Internship
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: SEMR 315 or permission, an approved learning contract, and permission of Office of Experiential Programs and the Online Bachelor’s Degree Program designation.
Description: An internship allows the student to put theory into practice. The student applies course experiences to the workplace at an off-site placement, where ideas are tested, and competencies and skills are developed. Throughout the internship, the student works regularly with a faculty supervisor, the Office of Experiential Programs and the Online Bachelor’s Degree Programs, and a site supervisor who guide the learning process. The student integrates the collective observations, analyses, and reflections of this experiential team into an internship portfolio that showcases the accomplishments of the experience. The unique portfolio is constructed throughout the internship and represents the evolutionary and dynamic nature of the learning process.
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CYOM 398 - Project I
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: SEMR 315 or permission, an approved learning contract, permission of the Office of Experiential Programs and the Online Bachelor’s Degree Program, designation of an appropriate academic advisor, and a minimum of 60 earned credits.
Description: This first project in the online degree student’s experiential program challenges the student to identify, investigate and analyze a particular topic in the program of study or a concentration. A key objective is to apply skills, methods, and knowledge obtained in prior courses with independent thinking and research; the final product represents the successful and purposeful application of knowledge. The project is undertaken with the close mentorship of a faculty member and may involve a community partner. Projects can involve academic and/or scientific-based research, laboratory experiences, needs analysis or development plans for external organizations, or market studies and business plan proposals.
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CYOM 410 - Cloud Cybersecurity and Governance
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: CYOM 130
Description: This course provides the student with the design fundamentals of the compliance and management governing of the deployment of cloud services. The technologies and services that enable cloud computing, different types of cloud computing models and the security and legal issues associated with cloud computing are covered.
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CYOM 430 - Principles of Secure Database Design Systems
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: CYOM 130
Description: This course provides an overview of database security concepts and techniques and discusses new directions of database security. Topics covered include database application security models, database and data auditing, XML access control, trust management and privacy protection, encryption methods, virtual private databases, risk assessment and mitigation, vulnerability scanning and user access control. The focus is on the key components of information assurance as it relates to database systems - confidentiality, integrity, and availability, and how these components can be managed and measured. The student conducts security assessments and audits of an existing database.
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CYOM 445 - Cyber Risk Analysis and Management
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: Completion of Core Courses
Description: This course provides the student with an understanding of risk assessment models, methodologies, and processes. The student is shown how to perform a mission-focused data risk assessment. The results are presented as strategic and tactical recommendations to senior leaders on how to best mitigate risks to the organization’s data.
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CYOM 448 - Emerging Technologies
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: Completion of Core Courses
Description: This course provides students with an awareness of the new and existing cyber threat technologies to understand and mitigate risks to a system. Demonstrates the methodologies used by threat actors to exploit systems and how cyber security professionals can architect more secure systems that support business imperatives, while mitigating cyber risks. An overview of applications, networks, mobile devices, wireless security, and tool categories such as firewall, SIEM, and vulnerability management tools are discussed.
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CYOM 450 - Risk Identification by Penetration Testing
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: Completion of Core Courses
Description: This course provides students with an understanding of risk assessment models, methodologies, and processes. The student is taught how to perform a mission-focused data risk assessment. The results are presented as strategic and tactical recommendations to senior leaders on how to best mitigate risks to the organization’s data.
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CYOM 455 - Advanced Cloud Cybersecurity and Governance
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: Completion of Core Courses
Description: This course builds on the Cloud Cybersecurity and Governance course to apply advanced cloud cybersecurity governance, design concepts, and models. Students develop a cloud solution for a mock business. The objective is to implement a cloud solution, with a cloud service provider, to reduce operating costs, and support business growth objectives. The students apply architectural design tradeoffs, cloud security standards, write cloud contracts, and apply information assurance best practices for their cloud solution. Students present their cloud solution to the class and then conducts an asynchronous Q & A session with the other students.
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CYOM 458 - Cybersecurity Program and Project Management
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: Completion of Core Courses
Description: This course provides students with the skills to develop an organization-wide cyber security program. The student is taught best practice methodologies for managing programs and projects and how to best communicate program objectives, measures and investment needs to senior leadership. The student in the Management and Leadership concentration must complete this course.
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CYOM 460 - Cyber Investigations and Legal Awareness
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: Completion of Core Courses
Description: This course provides students with the concepts of cybersecurity legal framework and investigations. The student receives an awareness of the legal duties of an organization and individuals as well as the types of investigations needed to support these duties, nationally and internationally.
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CYOM 480 - System Security Engineering
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: Completion of Core Courses
Description: This course provides students with an understanding of the skills necessary to participate in the development of large scale IT systems. The student demonstrates the techniques, methods, and issues involved across the entire IT systems’ life-cycle, from requirements identification and analysis, through various levels of design, implementation, testing and operation/maintenance. A course project allows students to use course concepts to further understand how System Security Engineering is used in organizations.
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CYOM 498 - Project II
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: CYOM 398 , an approved learning contract, permission of the Office of Experiential Programs and the Online Bachelor’s Degree Program
Description: This project must be in the student’s program of study or concentration(s). It should demonstrate application of the skills, methods, and knowledge of the cybersecurity discipline to solve a problem or answer a question representative of the type to be encountered in the student’s profession. As with Project I, this is undertaken with the close mentorship of a faculty member and may involve a community partner. The ideal project has a clear purpose that builds directly upon the learning that occurs within the student’s first project.
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CYOM 499 - Occupational Practicum
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: CYOM 398 , CYOM 498 , an approved learning contract, permission of the Office of Experiential Programs and the Online Bachelor’s Degree Program.
Description: The two projects in the experiential program challenges students to identify, investigate and analyze a particular topic in the program of study or a concentration and apply it. This Occupational Practicum offers the online degree student an expanded opportunity to delve deeper into their existing project(s) and/or work with a professional practitioner (community partner) to apply previous research, knowledge, and skills to develop a new system, security practices, proposal, cybersecurity service, risk assessment, unit/department launching, or other cybersecurity entity related to the adult student’s career path. The student is expected to transfer theory into extended application and practice. The Occupational Practicum assists the student in the completion of their ePortfolio. It is an alternative to MEBA 365 Internship; the student needs to complete one or the other.
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English |
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ENGL 005 - College Composition Recitation
(0 semester hour)
Prerequisites: Placement by assessment
Corequisite: ENGL 105
Description: This course is offered as a companion to ENGL 105 for the student that requires improvement of college-level composition skills and serves as an opportunity to develop the foundations necessary to succeed in subsequent courses. Offered Each semester, annually.
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ENGL 050 - Basic English
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: None
Description: This course develops the foundation composition skills necessary to succeed in required composition courses. Credits do not count towards graduation requirements Offered As needed.
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ENGL 105 - College Composition
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: Placement by assessment
Description: This first-year composition course is an introduction to college-level writing strategies. By reading various writing styles and genres, the student will contemplate how purpose and audience guide the writing process. Writing assignments are to be completed according to a deadline with a goal of improving style, grammar, and diction. Offered Each semester, annually.
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ENGL 106 - Academic Writing and Critical Thinking
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: Placement by assessment
Description: This course introduces the student to academic writing expectations and techniques for reading critically, researching effectively, and writing persuasively. The student is shown how to use critical thinking as a tool for composition development. Writing assignments are to be completed according to a deadline with a goal of improving expanded thought and technical writing. Offered Fall Semester, annually.
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ENGL 200 - Advanced Composition and Technical Writing
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: Minimum of 30 earned semester hours including GEND 102 , ENGL 105 or ENGL 106 and COMM 110
Description: This course introduces the student to technical communication and prepares the student for designing and producing technical documents. Practice strategies are used for effective professional and technical writing to produce documents in various formats with attention to clarity and design. Offered Each semester, annually.
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ENGL 300 - English Language Literature
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: ENGL 200
Description: This course covers original literature written in the English language. The student studies the exemplary works of literary genres, the author(s), elements of the genre, and the historical context within which the genres developed, in order to understand the connection between the works in a genre and that the history of people leads to such a body of work. Offered Spring and Summer Semester, annually.
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ENGL 305 - The Art of the Narrative
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: ENGL 105 or ENGL 106 and GEND 102
Description: In this course the student will study the structure of narrative by exploring how stories take shape in the five art forms of poetry, fiction, non-fiction, drama, and film. The student examines the unique elements of each of these forms of art and also how the art forms borrow elements from each other. The course also explores how the structure of a narrative both creates and enhances the narrative’s meaning. This exploration includes viewing narratives from five literary perspectives: formalist, historical, psychological, archetypal/mythological, and reader-response. Coursework will include creative as well as analytical writing. Offered As needed.
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ENGL 310 - Creative Writing
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: ENGL 105 or ENGL 106
Description: The student is familiarized with professional fiction writing through the short story, with a focus on idea generation, scene setting, characterization and plot. Other forms of fiction writing, appropriate to student needs and interests, such as gaming, screenplays, or works of various lengths, are discussed. Cross-listed with GEND 310 and IMED 320 . Offered Fall Semester, annually.
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ENGL 380 - Special Topics
(1 to 4 semester hours)
Prerequisites: Placement by assessment
Description: This course covers topics related to composition, literature or language arts. It is an in-depth study of a selected specialized area and the content varies by semester. Due to the nature of evolving topics, this course may not be eligible for repeat. Offered As needed.
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ENVS 100 - Environmental Studies Seminar
(1 semester hour)
Prerequisites: None
Description: This introductory seminar class serves to orient the student with both the Environmental Science and Sustainability program offerings as well as possible career paths accessible to the student graduating with a degree in Environmental Science and Sustainability. Additionally, this course will highlight the importance of communication, teamwork, collaboration, and civic engagement in promoting environmental stewardship. Offered Fall Semester, annually.
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ENVS 101 - Introduction to Environmental Science
(4 semester hours)
Prerequisites: None
Description: Environmental science is the study of natural ecosystems, human impacts on the environment, and sustainable management of the Earth’s resources. Processes of the physical and biological environment are used as a basis for consideration of current environmental topics. Other areas covered include: energy consumption and global warming, water and air pollution, waste management, impacts of deforestation on biodiversity, and other environmental changes occurring on a global scale. Three hours of lecture, three hours of laboratory per week. Offered Spring Semester, annually.
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ENVS 104 - Our Ocean World
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: None
Description: This course investigates the historical, geological, physical, chemical, and biological characteristics of the ocean environment. The basic language of marine science, and its underlying principles, are explored. The student pursues an understanding of the underwater history of the plant and the importance of the sciences, including the scientific method of research. Offered As needed.
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ENVS 110 - Introduction to Controlled Environment Agriculture
(1 semester hour)
Prerequisites: None
Description: This course presents an introduction to the environmental and economic benefits of controlled environment agriculture (CEA) as well as the relevant scientific principles as they apply to the CEA field, including the areas of aquaponics, hydroponics, vertical farming, etc. The business and management of running a CEA facility will also be introduced. Offered as needed.
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ENVS 120 - Horticultural Science and Practices
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: ENVS 110 or BIOL 102 -BIOL 103 or permission of instructor
Description: This course presents scientific knowledge to support the practical application of horticulture to propagate plants; enhance plant growth and development; control the plant growth environment; and manage pests through integrated pest management. Throughout the course, different areas of horticulture will be examined including controlled environment agriculture vs. outdoor growing; hydroponic vs. soil production; and organic vs. conventional agriculture. Offered as needed.
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ENVS 201 - Introduction to Geology
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: ENVS 101
Description: This course is designed to give the student a tour through the planet Earth; from the inside to the outside and from the past to the present. The large-scale structure of the Earth, formation of mountains, explosive processes like volcanoes, earthquakes, and how water, glaciers, and other weather processes can shape the landscape are covered. Offered Fall Semester, annually.
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ENVS 211 - Introduction to Renewable Energy Systems
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: ENVS 101
Description: This course presents: photovoltaics, solar thermal systems, green building, fuel-cells, hydrogen, wind power, waste heat, biofuels, wave power, tidal power, and hydroelectric. Discussions of environment and social policy are integral components of the course. Offered Spring Semester, as needed.
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ENVS 220 - Principles of Hydrology
(4 semester hours)
Prerequisites: ENVS 201
Description: This course covers the hydrologic cycle in great depth and will also examine how humans utilize their water resources. It also delves into the properties of water, physical and chemical, and subsurface flow. Field methods, regional hydrogeology, and subsurface contamination investigations are all covered. Three hours of lecture, three hours of laboratory per week. Offered Spring Semester, as needed.
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ENVS 230 - Soils in the Critical Zone
(4 semester hours)
Prerequisites: ENVS 201
Description: This course centers on the overlap of soil science, environmental science, and geology. Our goal is to explain the fundamental principles in soil sciences and introduce the concept of the “Critical Zone,” where water, rock, biology, and atmosphere interact as a system. Three hours of lecture, three hours of laboratory per week. Offered Fall Semester, as needed.
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ENVS 298 - Project I
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: SEMR 200 , an approved learning contract, permission of the Office of Experiential Programs, designation of an appropriate academic advisor, and a minimum of 40 earned semester hours
Description: This first project in the student’s experiential program challenges the student to identify, investigate, and analyze a particular topic in the program of study or a concentration. A key objective is to apply skills, methods, and knowledge obtained in prior courses with independent thinking and research; the final product represents the successful and purposeful application of knowledge. The project is undertaken with the close mentorship of a faculty member and may involve a community partner. Projects can involve scientific-based research or laboratory experiences, needs analysis or development plans for external organizations, or market studies and business plan proposals. Offered As needed.
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ENVS 301 - Global Change: Physical Processes and Human Impact
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: ENVS 201
Description: This course examines the physical processes and potential human impact of global climate change. The physical, chemical, and biological cycles contributing to the global environment are covered with the study of the recent explosive growth of the human population and the impacts on land, air, and water resources and on biological diversity produced by human advances in technology and society. Offered Fall Semester, even-numbered years.
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ENVS 302 - Environmental Regulation and Management
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: None
Description: This course covers the fundamental approaches of managing land, air, and water resources for environmental protection and pollution control. The course also covers compliance with environmental laws, regulations, and policies currently in effect. Offered Fall Semester, odd-numbered years.
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ENVS 303 - Environmental Impact of Agriculture and Industrial Pollutants
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: MATH 300 and BTEC 311
Description: The effects of human activities on the surrounding environment and water supplies are discussed from the perspective of pollutants entering water systems. A rational solution to the water supply problem may become an economic and environmental priority in the next 20 to 30 years. Offered Spring Semester, as needed.
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ENVS 350 - Ecosystem Management and Restoration
(4 semester hours)
Prerequisites: BIOL 302
Description: The student is introduced to ecosystem management through both lecture and field studies, with introductions to impacted, restored, and managed areas. This course investigates ideas and concerns of ecosystems through basic theories to discussions of case studies. Local areas of consideration and concern are visited and assessed using techniques introduced through course materials. The student is expected to be well-versed to argue for or against various corrective actions, depending on different views and interests. Several protection groups and their goals, both inside and outside of government, are discussed. Successful ecosystem restoration requires a balance between site conditions and needs, as well as human impact and use necessities. The course also includes the “human factors” of economics, politics, and tradition in finding working solutions for management. Three hours of lecture, three hours of laboratory per week. Offered Spring Semester, even-numbered years.
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ENVS 365 - Internship
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: SEMR 200 or permission, an approved learning contract, permission of Office of Experiential Programs, designation of an appropriate academic advisor, and a site supervisor
Description: An internship allows the student to put theory into practice. The student applies classroom experiences to the workplace at an off-site placement, where ideas are tested and competencies and skills are developed. Throughout the internship, the student works regularly with a faculty supervisor, the Office of Experiential Programs, and a site supervisor who guide the learning process. The student integrates the collective observations, analyses, and reflections of this experiential team into an internship portfolio that showcases the accomplishments of the experience. The unique portfolio is constructed throughout the internship and represents the evolutionary and dynamic nature of the learning process. Offered As needed.
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ENVS 380 - Special Topics in Environmental Science
(1 to 4 semester hours)
Prerequisites: Consent of the instructor and academic advisor
Description: This course covers topics in environmental science and renewable energy. It is an in-depth study of a selected specialized area and the content varies by semester. Due to the nature of evolving topics, this course may not be eligible for repeat. Offered As needed.
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ENVS 390 - Independent Study
(1 to 4 semester hours)
Prerequisites: Minimum of 60 earned semester hours
Description: This course is designed for the student who demonstrates an interest in an area of study not offered or who wishes to pursue a discipline in greater depth than possible through existing courses. An independent study counts as an elective and may not be used for accelerated or remedial credit. A learning contract between the student and instructor defines the responsibilities of the parties and specifies the learning objectives and standards for successful completion of the project. A calendar of meeting times and deadlines shall be a part of that contract. Offered As needed.
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ENVS 401 - Environmental Modeling
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: ENVS 201 and MATH 220
Description: This course uses environmental models to examine environmental policies. Topics presented are: basic modeling ideas, including the systems modeling approach, model formulation, prediction, and validation. Offered Spring Semester, even-numbered years.
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ENVS 402 - Field Study of Environmental Pollutants
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: ENVS 303 , MATH 300 and BTEC 311
Description: The course presents cross-discipline exposure. Topical research, specialist knowledge, and sampling to identify the presence of pharmaceutical or agricultural agents from water locally are practiced. Cataloging, reporting, and presenting findings subject the student to meaningful and extensive exposure to scientific methods, troubleshooting, design, and execution of environmental science- based experiments. Offered Spring Semester, as needed.
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ENVS 498 - Project II
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: ENVS 298 , an approved learning contract, permission of the Office of Experiential Programs, designation of an appropriate academic advisor
Description: This project must be in the student’s program of study or concentration. It should demonstrate application of the skills, methods, and knowledge of the discipline to solve a problem or answer a question representative of the type to be encountered in the student’s profession. As with Project I, this is undertaken with the close mentorship of a faculty member, and may involve a community partner. The ideal project has a clear purpose that builds directly upon the learning that occurs within the student’s first project and internship. Offered As needed.
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ESPT 110 - Competitive Gaming Seminar
(1 semester hour)
Prerequisites: None
Description: In this introductory course the student will explore the esports ecosystem; from its history to a review of current industry trends. The student will receive a broad understanding of various topics of esports through lectures, guest speakers and case studies. Offered Fall Semester, annually.
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ESPT 120 - Introduction to Esports
(4 semester hours)
Prerequisites: None
Description: This course is an overview of the esports industry. The student will explore financial, legal, ethical, marketing and operational issues surrounding esports. The goal is to gain insight and knowledge in esports as it relates to academic specializations and career opportunities. Offered Spring Semester, annually.
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ESPT 210 - Contemporary Issues in Esports
(4 semester hours)
Prerequisites: None
Description: The student will use inquiry skills to examine the issues that influence the esports industry. We will explore issues such as the history of esports, the political, social economics implications of a global industry. Further, we will explore the role that socio-cultural issues such as race, ethnicity, class, gender, sexuality, (dis)ability and age play in the understanding and practice of esports. The student will engage in research, discussion and problem solving in order to better understand and assess significant current issues. Offered Fall Semester, annually.
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ESPT 220 - Social Media Management
(4 semester hours)
Prerequisites: ENGL 200
Description: Social media is changing how business is done around the world in almost every industry. The business world is undergoing fundamental changes in how consumers identify, engage and support brands and connections. This course equips the student with the relevant knowledge, perspectives, and practical skills required for developing marketing strategies that leverage the opportunities inherent in social media and consumer-to-consumer social interactions for achieving business goals. Offered Spring Semester, annually.
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ESPT 230 - Esports Broadcasting
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: None
Description: In this course, the student will learn the fundamentals of various components of esports media such as writing strategies for broadcast, active voice, internet streaming, shooting on location, anchoring, play-by-play, and production of the various forms of esports media. Additionally, the student will examine economic, ethical, gender, and race issues in esports media. This experiential course offers the student an opportunity to apply knowledge and skills to esports production activities on campus. Offered Spring Semester, annually.
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ESPT 298 - Project I
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: SEMR 200 , an approved learning contract, permission of the Office of Experiential Programs, designation of an appropriate academic advisor, and a minimum of 40 earned semester hours
Description: This first project in the student’s experiential program challenges the student to identify, investigate and analyze a particular topic in the program of study or a concentration. A key objective is to apply skills, methods, and knowledge obtained in prior courses with independent thinking and research; the final product represents the successful and purposeful application of knowledge. The project is undertaken with the close mentorship of a faculty member and may involve a community partner. Projects can involve scientific-based research or laboratory experiences, needs analysis or development plans for external organizations, or market studies and business plan proposals. Offered as needed.
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ESPT 310 - Live Event Management
(4 semester hours)
Prerequisites: ESPT 210
Description: This course focuses on the essential components needed for planning, building, managing, and closing of live events and projects. The student will gain general knowledge of techniques and strategies used for successful planning, promotion, implementation and evaluation of live events such as concerts, esports competitions and conferences. Offered Fall Semester, annually.
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ESPT 320 - Esports Field Studies
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: ESPT 310 or permission of instructor
Description: This experiential learning course is designed to provide extensive exposure to the roles, responsibilities, and challenges of planning, managing, and producing live events. The student will gain practical experience by taking on production roles at one of several esports events. Course assessments will be based on individual pre-event planning assignments, field notes, and final experiential summary paper and presentation. Offered Spring Semester, annually.
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ESPT 330 - Live Event Production
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: ESPT 210 or IMED 250
Description: Streaming live events is more than pointing a webcam and turning on a laptop. Streaming has expanded the reach of traditional broadcast while also opening the industry to more roles and specialized skillsets. In this course students will plan, design, and produce several live stream events. The student will research current technologies, apply best practices, and reflect upon the process for esports and live event production. Offered Spring Semester, annually.
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ESPT 340 - Business Models and Trends in Esports
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: None
Description: This course provides the student with a deep understanding of the current marketplace for digital entertainment and electronic sports in preparation for successful careers in the esports and/or digital media industries. With a focus on entrepreneurialism, the student will cover a wide range of business, management and legal issues, including an overview of current business models in esports marketing and management. Topics will include pitching concepts, funding sources, copyright and intellectual property issues, production management techniques, revenue streams, and partnerships for aspiring entrepreneurs. Offered Spring Semester, annually.
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ESPT 365 - Internship
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: SEMR 200 or permission, an approved learning contract, permission of Office of Experiential Programs, designation of an appropriate academic advisor, and a site supervisor
Description: An internship allows the student to put theory into practice. The student applies classroom experiences to the workplace at an off-site placement, where ideas are tested and competencies and skills are developed. Throughout the internship, the student works regularly with a faculty supervisor, the Office of Experiential Programs, and a site supervisor who guides the learning process. The student integrates the collective observations, analyses, and reflections of the experiential team into an internship portfolio that showcases the accomplishments of the experience. The unique portfolio is constructed throughout the internship and represents the evolutionary and dynamic nature of the learning process. Offered as needed.
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ESPT 380 - Special Topics in Esports Management, Production and Performance
(1 to 4 semester hours)
Prerequisites: Minimum of 60 earned semester hours
Description: This course covers emerging topics in Esports Management, Production and Performance. It is an in-depth study of a selected specialized area and the content varies by semester. Due to the nature of evolving topics, this course may not be eligible for repeat. Offered as needed.
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ESPT 390 - Independent Study
(1 to 4 semester hours)
Prerequisites: Minimum of 60 earned semester hours
Description: This course is designed for the student who demonstrates an interest in an area of study not offered or who wishes to pursue a discipline in greater depth than possible through existing courses. An independent study counts as an elective and may not be used for accelerated or remedial credit. A learning contract between the student and instructor defines the responsibilities of the parties and specifies the learning objectives and standards for successful completion of the project. A calendar of meeting times and deadlines shall be a part of that contract. Offered as needed.
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ESPT 410 - Fan Engagement Strategies
(4 semester hours)
Prerequisites: ESPT 220 or ESPT 310
Description: Events like the Super Bowl, Olympics and World Cup that rally the country around a national team generally drive heavy fan engagement. For regular season play, however, pro teams are increasingly challenged to find new ways to connect or retain fans in an era where in-arena attendance is down. Today, fans have countless ways to watch games, check scores and keep up with teams and players, be it via broadcast television, social media or streaming services. In this course, the student will use this digital shift to explore new opportunity for sports brands to leverage data to boost engagement and revenues. Offered Fall Semester, annually.
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ESPT 420 - Leadership
(4 semester hours)
Prerequisites: ESPT 320
Description: This course offers a comprehensive review of contemporary issues and perspectives on esports leadership, including current trends and classical leadership theories. The emphasis is on application of concepts in actual leadership settings and situations. Topics include development of leadership theories, personal assessment and development, values and ethics, motivation, power, followership, group dynamics, multiculturalism in leadership, conflict resolution, performance excellence, and the change process. Through a process of readings, self-discovery, group observations, and case studies, the student will identify, observe, analyze, and apply new leadership behaviors. Offered Spring Semester, annually.
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ESPT 498 - Project II
(3 semester hours)
Prerequisites: ESPT 298 , an approved learning contract, permission of the Office of Experiential Programs, designation of an appropriate academic advisor
Description: This project must be in the student’s program of study or concentration(s). It should demonstrate application of the skills, methods, and knowledge of the discipline to solve a problem or answer a question representative of the type to be encountered in the student’s profession. As with Project I, this is undertaken with the close mentorship of a faculty member and may involve a community partner. The ideal project has a clear purpose that builds directly upon the learning that occurs within the student’s first project and internship. Offered as needed.
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