Program Requirements
The certificate acts as a bridge to higher-level computing qualifications and provides a solid foundation in the concepts and techniques required for effective planning, design, and development of software applications and systems; and applied computer knowledge in networking and internet technologies. The program provides individuals with the knowledge and skills necessary to assume entry-level positions in the field of information technology, data entry operator, data center operations support, software development and maintenance specialist, network administrator, media technician, computer support consultant, help desk analyst, technical support specialist, or web and Internet specialists.
Note: Corequisite courses are not included in the total credit requirement for the program.
Corequisite
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CMSC 101 College Algebra and Functions (3 credits) *
Overview
Management Science (CCE) : Linear and quadratic functions, exponential and logarithmic functions, applications. Sequences and series, mathematics of finance. Permutations and combinations. Introduction to probability. Matrices and systems of linear equations.
Terms: Fall 2015, Winter 2016, Summer 2016
Instructors: Chouha, Paul (Fall) Chouha, Paul (Winter) Lau, Hang (Summer)
Prerequisite: CMSC 000 Foundations of Mathematics or Diagnostic Test
* or the Exemption by Examination test
Required Courses (30 credits)
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CCCS 300 Programming Techniques 1 (3 credits)
Overview
Computer Science (CCE) : Fundamental programming techniques, concepts, and data structures, including modularization and maintainability. Emphasis on facilitating communication and understanding between systems analysts and programmers to support decision-making.
Terms: Fall 2015, Winter 2016
Instructors: Talla, Malleswara (Fall) Daou, Khattar; Havas, Michael (Winter)
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CCCS 301 Programming Techniques 2 (3 credits)
Overview
Computer Science (CCE) : Object oriented design, modeling (UML) and programming techniques, including the creation of classes, the use of objects, inheritance, and other object oriented principles. Strong focus on problem solving techniques and ways in which programmers can support decision-making within an organization.
Terms: Winter 2016
Instructors: Prokopski, Grzegorz (Winter)
Prerequisite: CCCS 300
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CCCS 310 Web Development (3 credits)
Overview
Computer Science (CCE) : Development of web sites and web-based applications using page markup, style sheets, and client-side scripting. Emphasis will be placed on developing pages that support current standards and accessibility requirements, as well as multimedia, cross-platform development, and site deployment.
Terms: Winter 2016
Instructors: Daou, Khattar (Winter)
Prerequisite: CCCS 300
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CCCS 315 Data Structures and Algorithms (3 credits)
Overview
Computer Science (CCE) : Programming techniques used to implement algorithms on computers with an object oriented programming language through the careful design of data structures which support the efficient manipulation of data.
Terms: Winter 2016
Instructors: Vybihal, Joseph P (Winter)
Prerequisite: CCCS 300
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CCCS 321 Operating Systems Administration (3 credits)
Overview
Computer Science (CCE) : Operating systems such as Windows and LINUX/UNIX environments, administration of computer servers, usage of script languages in various operating systems, back up procedures and remote access, communication protocol used among different systems, managing information and system security.
Terms: Fall 2015, Summer 2016
Instructors: Thorpe, Graham H (Fall) Thorpe, Graham H (Summer)
**In addition to Wednesday classes there will be two Saturday classes held on Saturday June 18 and July 16.
**Due to the intensive nature of this course, the standard add/drop and withdrawal deadlines do not apply. Add/drop is the third lecture day and withdrawal is the fifth lecture day.
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CCCS 325 Mobile Application Development (3 credits)
Overview
Computer Science (CCE) : Examines the limitations and technical challenges of current mobile devices and wireless communications by using up-to-date software development tools and application programming interfaces. Develop small realistic applications for mobile devices by using a standard software development environment.
Terms: Fall 2015
Instructors: Prokopski, Grzegorz (Fall)
Prerequisite: CCCS 300
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CCCS 330 Database Design and Business Applications Development (3 credits)
Overview
Computer Science (CCE) : Design and implement applications that make use of different database management systems. Simple and complex Structured Query Language (SQL) used in manipulation of information, data design, querying, and programming. Connectivity to different databases through programming languages to implement web applications.
Terms: Fall 2015
Instructors: Daou, Khattar (Fall)
Prerequisite: CCCS 300
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CCCS 431 Networking Fundamentals (3 credits)
Overview
Computer Science (CCE) : Fundamental concepts and practices of network principles, technical and managerial aspects of data communications, overview of local area and wide-area networks, network topology, network protocols, Internet/intranets, client/server communication, and file sharing.
Terms: Winter 2016
Instructors: Remillieux, Jean Paul (Winter)
Prerequisite: CCCS 321
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CMIS 422 Information System Security (3 credits)
Overview
Management Information Systems : Fundamental concepts relating to the design of secure information systems. Identification and assessment of security risks at the application, network, and physical levels. Use of cryptography and other techniques to provide necessary level of security.
Terms: Fall 2015
Instructors: Vybihal, Joseph P (Fall)
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MGCR 331 Information Systems (3 credits)
Overview
Management Core : Introduction to principles and concepts of information systems in organizations. Topics include information technology, transaction processing systems, decision support systems, database and systems development. Students are required to have background preparation on basic micro computer skills including spreadsheet and word-processing.
Terms: Fall 2015, Winter 2016, Summer 2016
Instructors: Quesnel, Charles; Thorpe, Graham H; Donovan, Richard George; Animesh, Animesh; Sutherland, Sean (Fall) Donovan, Richard George; Sutherland, Sean; Quesnel, Charles; Aghili Dehkordi, Ghazaleh (Winter) Kerklaan, Leo (Summer)
Prerequisite (Continuing Studies): CMSC 101 College Algebra and Functions or equivalent Basic computer skills including DOS, Spreadsheets and Word-processing and Database
Restriction: Fall sections restricted to BCom students
Continuing Studies: requirement for the Institute of Internal Auditors, CMA, CGA
A special seminar will be available to those students who do not possess the above basic computer skills, at the students' own expense.