Available Department Courses | Saint Anselm College

Description

Computers and their applications are at the center of our everyday lives. In this course, we explore what it means to communicate effectively and engage in critical thinking and problem solving using computers as a creative tool. Students also build on their quantitative reasoning skills. Students learn how to analyze information and problem solve using Word Processing, Spreadsheet, Presentation, Database, Cloud Computing, Wiki/Blog and GPS/GIS to visualize, organize, present, document, explain, and query information. Students also learn how to create basic web pages in order to share them with a greater audience.

Note:

Meets Citizenship Learning Outcome (CITZ)

CS 111 - Computing I

CS 112 - Computing II

CS 115 - Discrete Mathematics

Description

An introduction into the mathematical structures fundamental to various areas of computer science. Topics include introduction to logic and proofs, set theory, number theory and cryptography, functions, relations, counting, discrete probability, and graph theory. Required for Computer Science Degree programs and the Computer Science Minor program (an equivalent course can be substituted in the minor with departmental approval). This course includes a 1-hour recitation.

CS 116 - Discrete Mathematics II

CS 204 - Decision Making with Spreadsheets

Description

The goal of this course is to prepare students to analyze data and solve real-life business and scientific problems, using a software application such as Microsoft Excel as a tool. Students will move beyond the basic "point and click" and will be challenged to use critical thinking and analysis to find efficient and effective solutions to real-life situations, as well as build on information literacy.

Note:

Counts as a Computer Science elective for the Computer Science with Business Major only. Does not count towards Computer Science minor.

Prerequisite(s):

Courses open to all majors - no prerequisite.

CS 205 - The Internet: Fundamentals and Issues

Description

Designed primarily for non-majors who wish to deepen their understanding of the Internet, this course explores the fundamentals of Internet communication and the systems/applications that facilitate it. Students gain a basic understanding of the technical side of the Internet while learning how to leverage it to their advantage with subjects such as online research techniques, good privacy, latest online applications, and security practices, and an introduction to HTML and web page creation. Topics of class discussion include online ethics in an era of "free" information and safety in the face of increasing threats to information security.

Note:

Meets Global Learning Outcome (GLOB)

Prerequisite(s):

Courses open to all majors - no prerequisite.

CS 210 - Introduction to Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

Description

This course serves as an introduction to Geographic Information Systems (GIS). Students will be introduced to the fundamental principles and practices of GIS. This course will focus on spatial data development and analysis of this data. Topics covered will include basic data structures, data sources, data collection, data quality, understanding maps, building a GIS, Global Navigation Satellite Systems, digital data, attribute data and tables, and basic spatial analysis.

Prerequisite(s):

Courses open to all majors - no prerequisite.

CS 211 - Remote Sensing

Description

The goal of this team-taught course is to introduce students to the field of remote sensing and to give them experience analyzing remote sensing data. This engaged-learning course will use GIS technology to explore spatial relationships across multiple disciplines. The class will use a scenario-based problem approach where students will examine real data and learn how to make and support spatial decisions. Learning will occur in a laboratory setting through exploration, discussion and hands-on interactive laboratory activities. Counts as an elective for all Computer Science major tracks and for the Computer Science minor.

Note:

Meets Scientific Reasoning Learning Outcome (SCI)

Prerequisite(s):

Course open to all majors - no prerequisites

CS 213 - Data Structures and Algorithms

CS 214 - Introduction to Cyber Criminology

Description

The ubiquity of Internet connected digital devices in the 21st century has led to an increase in computer related crimes. This course traces the history, definitions and typologies of computer network and cybercrime, focusing on the offender and victims and how the criminal justice system is investigating, prosecuting, and preventing various cybercrimes. This course introduces students to the many different types of cybercrime and how it affects its victims, be it an individual, an institution or the society. Special focus will be paid to network connected digital devices and how to recognize and protect from being a victim of network-related crimes through "hands on" activities.

Note:

Meets Social Scientific Awareness Learning Outcome (SOC)

Prerequisite(s):

Courses open to all majors - no prerequisite.

CS 220 - Computer Architecture

CS 228 - Computer Forensics

Description

With the advent of the Digital Age, cybercrime has become one of the most serious threats to our nation and to the population at large. In this course, students will be introduced to the field of computer forensics where they will learn to acquire, secure, recover, validate and analyze digital information for use in criminal and civil investigations. Instruction will include lectures, hands-on activities and student presentations.

Note:

Meets Writing Intensive Learning Outcome (WRIT)

Prerequisite(s):

Courses open to all majors - no prerequisite.

CS 230 - Computer Networks and Security

Description

An introduction to the structure, implementation, and theoretical underpinnings of computer networking and the applications enabled by that technology. Topics include the layers of the OSI and TCP/IP stacks, common communication protocols, network architecture, internet applications, and network security.

Prerequisite(s): CS 112 or (CS 111 and CJ 214 ) or permission of the instructor.

CS 250 - Human-Computer Interaction

Description

This course is a survey of the field of Human-Computer Interaction (HCI). It focuses on design strategies for making software usable by real-world people for doing real-world work. The topics studied will include: the role of HCI in the software product life cycle, task analysis of the user's work, architectures for human-computer dialogues, new and traditional approaches to user interface design, user interface standards, human-computer interface evaluation, computer-supported cooperative work, usability issues, and ethical issues. Classes will include both lectures and hands-on lab work.

Prerequisite(s):

Courses open to all majors - No prerequisite

CS 255 - Computer Graphics

Description

This course provides an introduction to the computational concepts that generate graphics and animations with a computing system. Students learn about the hardware, software, computer languages, and mathematical tools used in the construction of graphic images on a computer screen. Selected topics include graphics data structures, and 2-D and 3-D mathematical tools for modeling, data visualization techniques for use on the Internet.

Note:

Meets Quantitative Reasoning Learning Outcome (QUAN)

Prerequisite(s):

Courses open to all majors - No prerequisite.

CS 270 - Database Management

CS 290 - System Analysis and Design

Description

This course is intended to give students both theoretical and practical experience with requirements analysis, systems design, development and implementation as it relates to Computer Based Information Systems. Students will gain an in depth understanding of requirements discovery, system design methods, modeling techniques, software engineering principles and processes as well as an understanding of the principles of Project Management.

Note:

Meets Writing Intensive Learning Outcome (WRIT)

Prerequisite(s):

Courses open to all majors - No prerequisite.

CS 310 - Advanced Algorithmic Analysis

Description

An examination of the formal techniques and underlying mathematical theory behind efficient programming. Topics include asymptotic analysis of complexity bounds for both recursive and iterative algorithms, advanced tree and graph algorithms, fundamental algorithmic strategies (brute-force, greedy, divide-and-conquer, backtracking, branch-and-bound, pattern matching, and numerical approximations), and the implications of noncomputability.

Prerequisite(s): CS 213 or permission of the instructor.

CS 311 - Theory of Computation

CS 325 - Operating Systems

CS 338 - Internet and Web-Based Systems

Description

The course provides an in-depth knowledge and understanding of how the Internet and the World Wide Web (www) operate, client-server architecture, and the technical knowledge required to establish and maintain an Internet/Web site. Further, we look at the various (technical and non-technical) directions the Internet/Web is taking, and its increasing influence on our day-to-day lives. Students will be given a series of projects that apply the overviews into practice.

Prerequisite(s): CS 112

CS 343 - Programming Paradigms

CS 360 - Artificial Intelligence

CS 400 - Independent Study

CS 450 - Selected Topics in Computer Science

CS 455 - Research and Seminar I

CS 456 - Research and Seminar II

Description

The student conducts research under the direction of a faculty advisor. The student presents periodic oral reports to the class and faculty, writes a thesis describing his/her research, and may be required to present the results in poster presentations. In addition, faculty members and outside guest speakers present lectures on topics not covered in other courses.

Prerequisite(s): CS 455

CS 481 - Internship (one course)

CS 482 - Internship (two courses - 8 credits)