Computer Science and Data Processing Courses

Natural Science Division
Professional Studies Division

Courses marked with an asterisk (*) may be used to partially fulfill Core Requirements.

CS 110 (DP 110) Microcomputer Analysis and Report Writing: An introductory course covering the three primary types of applications software: databases, spreadsheets and word processing. Characteristics, principles, and specific commands of each will be discussed in lectures.
Laboratory fee: $25.00
Every Semester, 3 Credits
CS 111 (MAT 111*) Introduction to Computer Programming: Fundamental programming techniques using BASIC as a vehicle language on the IBM PC. Numeric and string variables, loop control utilizing IF/THEN, FOR/NEXT, and WHILE arrays, use of external data files; string handling; techniques for sorting; top-down program development using GO SUB.
Prerequisite: MAT 106 with grade of C or better.
Every Semester, 3 Credits
CS 211 Computer Applications for Science Students: Students are introduced to several software applications for technical and scientific data analysis and graphing on DOS, Windows, and Macintosh operating systems. Use of the Internet is taught as well as graphics input by color scanner and incorporation of tables, graphics, and images in text documents.
Recommended pre-requisites: MAT 106 and Sophomore status.
Spring, 3 Credits
CS 250 Introduction to ArcView GIS: A practical introduction to the Geographic Information System (GIS) software from ESRI Corp. This pc-version, ArcView is designed to view and edit (and create in a limited way) the map databases assembled by its workstation parent, ArcInfo. ArcView is an excellent teaching tool. These applications are industry-standard throughout the federal-state government system. They store and recall geographic environmental data in response to questions on resource management. A similar process is combining several color transparencies to see areas of overlap, where each layer displays a different resource: geology, roads, hydrology, power lines, tax maps, etc.
On Occasion, 3 Credits
CS 310 (MAT 310*) Data Base Management Systems: Data organization and management in human hierarchies; physical and virtual file organization; data structures. Relational and codasyl database models, design, and implementation. Lectures stress practical applications to various fields. Assignments make use of popular relational and hierarchical DBMs' available on the College's PC network and mainframe terminals.
Prerequisite: DP 222.
Laboratory fee: $25.00
On Occasion, 3 Credits
DP 110 (CS 110) Microcomputer Analysis and Report Writing: An introductory course covering the three primary types of applications software: databases, spreadsheets and word processing. Characteristics, principles, and specific commands of each will be discussed in lectures.
Laboratory fee: $25.00
Every Semester, 3 Credits
DP 130 Introduction to Business Data Processing: Introductory course which covers the applications and capability of the computer for use in data processing. Topics include: computer systems, hardware and software; classes of computers, and typical applications; the development cycle for applications software; and the internal representation of data.
Laboratory fee: $25.00
On Occasion, 3 Credits
DP 222 COBOL I: An introduction to the COBOL programming language using the IBM PC and VAX computers. The structure and components of a COBOL program, design concepts, coding procedures, program control structure, control break logic, data validation, data file usage, and report design will be presented. Debugging techniques, program maintenance, computer logic, and proper documentation will also be covered.
Prerequisite: DP 110 or DP 130.
Laboratory Fee: $25.00
On Occasion, 3 Credits
DP 223 COBOL II: This course is a continuation of DP 222. Students will write more advanced programs in the areas of: table handling with and without indexes, report writing, sequential file processing, indexed file processing, relative and virtual files, non-character-oriented data storage, and character-oriented data processing.
Prerequisite: DP 222.
Laboratory fee: $25.00
On Occasion, 3 Credits
DP 300 Special Topics in Data Processing: Specific topic area in data processing will be determined by the instructor. This course will enable the student to focus in depth on a particular issue in computing.
Laboratory fee: $25.00
Every Semester, 3 Credits
DP 324 Programming in C: Use of the computer language C on the IBM PC. Topics covered include: simple and multiple function block programs; library and programmer designed functions; mathematical, logical, and bit operators; character, numeric, and bit manipulations.
Prerequisite: DP 110 or DP 130.
Laboratory fee: $25.00
On Occasion, 3 Credits
DP 332 Management Information System: A study of the MIS as the system which insures the adequate flow of information to managers who make decisions. This includes: management support systems, decision support systems and office information systems. Discussion topics will include: forecasting, social implications, ethics, steering committees and training programs.
Prerequisites: DP 110 or DP 130.
Laboratory fee: $25.00
On Occasion, 3 Credits
DP 340 Computers and Small Business Managers: As the costs of computers and software have plummeted, more and more small businesses can well afford a microcomputer in their business operations. This course is designed to familiarize students with the scope and usefulness of selected new software entries such as Quicken, Quick Books, Quick Pay and the latest editions of Windows, Word Perfect, Lotus, dBASE, etc., and to get an understanding of the corresponding hardware requirements.
Prerequisite: DP 110 or DP 130.
Laboratory Fee: $25.00
On Occasion, 3 Credits
DP 399 Practicum in Data Processing: A part-time field experience in data processing supervised by a faculty member and with the permission of the program director.
Prerequisite: Permission of the division director.
1 to 4 Credits
DP 420 Operating Systems: A comprehensive framework for the design, study, and implementation of operating systems. Within this framework, specific case studies are introduced as examples and relevant theory is presented where appropriate.
DP 110 or DP 130.
Laboratory Fee: $25.00
On Occasion, 3 Credits
DP 450 Systems Analysis: Analysis of the total computer information processing environment. The concepts involved in the top-down design of a system or procedure will be covered: distributed data processing, online transaction processing, data flow diagrams and office automation.
DP 110 or DP 130.
Laboratory Fee: $25.00
On Occasion, 3 Credits