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Computer Science and Computer Information Systems Prospective students who have significant computer experience are encouraged to take the departmental waiver exam for CISC 120 /MATH 120 .
Students enrolling in all major courses must earn at least a letter grade of C in all Prerequisite courses. Prospective computer science, computer information systems or mathematics majors who have significant computer experience are encouraged to seek departmental approval for a waiver of CISC 120 /MATH 120 (must pass the Excel component of the exam). Students enrolled in computer science and computer information systems majors may have to spend substantial time outside of class to complete their coursework. Students in these majors are required to take a programming proficiency test in CISC 231 .
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CISC 120 - Introduction to Computers and Application Software
Credit(s): 3
Cross-Listed With: MATH 120
Prerequisite(s): None.
An introduction to computers and computing including the fundamentals of computer nomenclature, particularly with respect to personal computer hardware and software and the World Wide Web; develop an understanding of why computers are essential components in the business world and society in general; focus on the computer as a valuable productivity tool; present strategies for purchasing, and maintaining a personal computer system. This course has a wide-ranging hands-on lab component, which includes an introduction to and actual use of; word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, and Internet browser software. Prospective students who have significant computer experience may take the departmental waiver exam for CISC/MATH 120. If the student passes the waiver exam, the student may take CISC 131 /MATH 131 , MATH 117 or MATH 122 instead.
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CISC 131 - Foundations of Computing I
Credit(s): 3
2 semester hours, 2 hours lab
Cross-Listed With: MATH 131
Prerequisite(s): None.
In Foundations of Computing I, students will be introduced to the basic aspects of problem solving, data representation, algorithm design, and object-oriented design and programming. The Python programming language will be used as the means to implement programs. This course prepares students for problem analysis and solution design. Students will also discuss ethical and social issues relating to computing.
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CISC 219 - Web Design I
Credit(s): 3
Cross-Listed With: CART 219
Prerequisite(s): CISC 120 /MATH 120 .
This course presents an introduction to basic Web design and information architecture. It introduces concepts of good design and usability in theory and practice by exploring and comparing existing sites. Elements of page and site design and structure are discussed, including color, typography, simple image manipulation, links, and site organization. The course has a strong hands-on component where students will be introduced to elements of HTML and use up-to-date image manipulation software and a Web-authoring tool.
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CISC 220 - Database Applications
Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): CISC 120 /MATH 120 .
This course is a hands-on introduction to building a simple information management system using commercial relational database management software such as Microsoft Access. Students learn to build application systems using simple design tools and are exposed to database programming tools and the relational database model. Students design and build tables, forms, reports, queries and data access pages. Students complete a term project where they develop a functioning database application. Offered in fall semester only.
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CISC 231 - Foundations of Computing II
Credit(s): 3
2 semester hours, 2 hours lab
Cross-Listed With: MATH 231
Prerequisite(s): CISC 131 / MATH 131 or departmental approval.
This course explores the fundamental concepts of object-oriented programming using the programming language Java. Students are introduced to the principles of object-oriented programming, basic data structures, elementary file input/ output, inheritance, polymorphism, exception handling and GUI.
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CISC 238 - Graphical User Interface Application Development
Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): CISC 131 / MATH 131
The student is introduced to application development using a graphical user interface (GUI). Topics include: graphics user interface design, properties of interface objects, attaching code to interface objects, developing and running entire applications using graphics and drawing, and building and updating databases.
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CISC 257 - Computer Network I
Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): CISC 120 /MATH 120 .
This course provides an introduction to fundamental concepts in the design and implementation of computer communication networks, their protocols, and applications. Topics to be covered include overview of internet technologies, network architecture, application layer, transport layer and network layer. A series of Lab activities are integral part of the course and will provide students practical experiences of networking.
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CISC 259 - Web Design II
Credit(s): 3
Cross-Listed With: CART 259
Prerequisite(s): CISC 219 /CART 219 or approval of instructor.
This course presents advanced design techniques for website development and information architecture. The overall structure, flow, and organization of the website are discussed. The concepts and criteria introduced in Web Design I are utilized with added sophistication to page layout, image manipulation and typographical design. The use of tables and frames is described as well as several special effects, like rollovers and tweening, and elementary animation techniques. The course has a strong hands-on component where, in addition to the software packages used in Web Design I, students will be introduced to DHTML, CSS, and Flash.
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CISC 271 - Web Programming
Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): CISC 231 .
Students learn basic and advanced concepts of Web Programming. Applying modern software development principles, students design and implement projects extending their knowledge of programming techniques and concepts introduced in previous courses.
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CISC 301 - Information Systems within Organizations
Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): CISC 120 /MATH 120 and ACCT 120 .
A comprehensive introduction to the concepts and theories that explain and/or motivate methods and practices in the development and use of information systems (IS) in organizations. The concepts and theories will include systems, management and organization, information, quality and decision-making. The relationship of information systems to corporate planning and strategy and concepts relating information technology (IT) to competitive advantage and productivity are explored and explained. The concepts and practices underlying the use of information technology and systems in improving organizational performance, as well as the roles of management, users and Information Systems professionals are presented.
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CISC 311 - Data Structures
Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): CISC 231 /MATH 231 and MATH 244 .
This course builds upon the Foundations of Computing courses and presents concepts and techniques essential for working in a modern software development environment. These include object-oriented programming, exception handling, linear and nonlinear data structures, and data structure libraries. Software engineering and object-oriented design concepts are discussed using case studies and software projects.
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CISC 335 - Computer Networks
Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): CISC 231 /MATH 231 .
The course explores the fundamental concepts of Computer Networks. Topics to be covered include the overview of internet technologies, network architecture, application layer, transport layer, network layer, linked layer and local area network, network management, wireless and mobile networks and multimedia networking. Network security will be introduced. Lab activities will provide students practical experiences in computer networking. It will be centered on implementation, configuration and troubleshooting of a LAN.
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CISC 337 - Database Management Systems
Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): CISC 120 /MATH 120 .
Introduction to the basic concepts of database management systems, including data representation, conceptual data modeling, entity relationship diagrams, the relational model, normalization, and database design and implementation. Concepts of data integrity, security, privacy, and concurrence control are introduced. Students implement a major database application project.
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CISC 339 - Artificial Intelligence
Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): CISC 231 /MATH 231 and MATH 244
This course provides a broad technical introduction and a survey of core concepts of artificial intelligence (AI). Topics include history of AI, search (search space, uninformed and informed search, constraint satisfaction), logic reasoning (probabilistic models, uncertainty, Bayesian networks), machine learning (inductive learning, decision trees, reinforcement learning), and perception and cognition (natural language processing, computer vision, robotics). AI techniques have become an essential element in modern computer software and are thus essential for a successful career and advanced studies in computer science.
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CISC 341 - Computer Architecture
Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): CISC 231 /MATH 231 and MATH 244 .
This course provides the basic knowledge necessary to understand the hardware operation of digital computers, introduces digital components and details the steps necessary to create a design for an elementary basic computer. The organization and architecture of the separate functional units of the digital computer, as well as the assembly level machine organization, are examined. (Non-liberal arts credit.)
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CISC 352 - Mathematical Methods in Data Science
Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): MATH 260 .
Understanding data as information and using it to solve problems and make decisions. Graphics for data visualization. Algorithms for data cleaning, mining, and processing. Using inference algorithms for explanation, predication, and classification. Using machine learning to solve supervised and unsupervised problems. Offered in fall semester.
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CISC 359 - Website Administration and Security
Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): CISC 231 /MATH 231 and CISC 337 .
This course focuses on the server-side implementation of a website. It provides an overview of what is required to build and maintain a website, including hosting, server administration, security, user interactivity and database integration. The students will implement a server, develop user and file security policies, design the server configuration, and understand the server interaction with search engines. Given a previously designed GUI, the students will develop scripting programs that implement the appropriate business logic and interpret the user’s input in order to access the database.
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CISC 370 - Systems Analysis and Design
Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): CISC 231 /MATH 231 .
Introduction to the steps required to complete an analysis and design of a computer information system with emphasis on mastering the methods and procedures used in structured systems analysis. These include various techniques of information requirements gathering, data flow diagrams, data dictionaries, process and program specifications. Working in teams, students learn the information systems development process by completing a significant term project.
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CISC 371 - Software Engineering I: Principles
Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): CISC 311 .
Students will learn the principles of software engineering. Topics to be covered include software design and processes, requirements and specifications, software validation and testing strategies, software evolution, project management, documentation, and quality assurance. Upon completion of the course, students should have a fundamental understanding of the software life cycle and the processes involved in the design, development, implementation and maintenance of complex software systems, and the associated documentation of design, program and training materials, as well as an understanding and development of the interpersonal and communication skills required for a career in computer science.
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CISC 380 - Workplace Experience in CS/CIS I
Credit(s): 3
This course is designed to link college with the professional world by students obtaining meaningful, academically relevant workplace experiences. Possible workplace sites for students in CS and CIS include corporations, small businesses, nonprofit organizations and schools. Professional development is enhanced through meetings with a faculty advisor and structured assignments based on the workplace experience. Career and Professional Development department approval required. Department approval required.
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CISC 381 - Workplace Experience in CS/CIS II
Credit(s): 3
This course is designed to link college with the professional world by students obtaining meaningful, academically relevant workplace experiences. Possible workplace sites for students in CS and CIS include corporations, small businesses, nonprofit organizations and schools. Professional development is enhanced through meetings with a faculty advisor and structured assignments based on the workplace experience. Career and Professional Development department approval required. Department approval required.
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CISC 385 - Cryptography and Computer Security
Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): MATH 244 .
Introduction to the concepts and applications of cryptography and computer security. Included are the basic building blocks of network security, such as conventional and public key encryption techniques, authentication and digital signatures. Important network security and Web security tools and applications, including S/MIME, IP security, Kerberos, SSL/TLS, and Secure Electronic Transactions (SET), as well as methodologies for countering hackers and computer viruses are explored. The language of modern cryptography is primarily number theory, and various tools of number theory, including modular arithmetic, primality, and hash functions are developed as needed.
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CISC 395 - Special Topics in Computer Sciences
Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): Variable, depending upon topic.
This course will introduce students to various relevant, current and interesting topics in the field of computer science and/ or computing. (Non-liberal arts credit.)
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CISC 397 - Independent Study in Computer Sciences
Credit(s): 1-3
Individual projects or readings undertaken in a specific area of Computer Information Science. Registration with the permission of instructor, the Program Director/Chair, and the school Dean. (Non-liberal arts credit.)
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CISC 411 - Analysis of Algorithms
Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): CISC 311 .
Students will study fundamental algorithms for solving a variety of problems, including sorting, searching, and graph algorithms. They will also learn techniques for analyzing the time and space complexity of algorithms and evaluate tradeoffs between different algorithms.
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CISC 421 - Operating Systems
Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): CISC 231 /MATH 231 and MATH 244 .
Process concepts, asynchronous concurrent processes, concurrent programming, deadlock, real storage, virtual storage organization, virtual storage management, job and processor scheduling, multiprocessing, disk scheduling, file and database systems, performance measurement, networks and security are covered. (Non-liberal arts credit.)
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CISC 430 - Healthcare Analytics and Apps
Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): CISC 231 /MATH 231 , CISC 337 , MATH 122 and MATH 201 .
This course provides a broad view of healthcare analytics and various applications. Topics to be covered include, but are not limited to, foundations of data analytics, architecture, framework, strategies, management and implementation of healthcare software applications and data analytics, various applications with emphasis on data visualization, mobile, and interactions. After the class, students should be able to apply concepts of healthcare analytics and applications to specific areas and identify the benefits and challenging of such applications.
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CISC 470 - Information Systems Development and Implementation (cc)
Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): CISC 337 and CISC 370 .
In this capstone course for Computer Information Systems majors, students will apply techniques for analyzing, designing and implementing a computer information system. Systems development life cycle methodologies, CASE tools, project management techniques, and database development techniques will be used by project teams as they develop and implement a new computer information system.
For explanation of the Core Course Requirements, click here .
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CISC 471 - Software Engineering II: Senior Capstone Project (cc)
Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): CISC 371 with grade of C.
This is the second course in the Software Engineering sequence. Students apply the principles of software engineering in real-world projects. In this capstone course for Computer Science majors, students will learn to work as a team in the development of small to medium-scale software systems.
For explanation of the Core Course Requirements, click here .
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CHSC 120 - Investigative Techniques and Reporting
Credit(s): 3
This course introduces the student to the complementary administrative and operational protocols for security related investigations as found in business, law enforcement, and national homeland security environments. The multidimensional presentation of material synthesizes investigative techniques for intelligence gathering, interviewing, crime scene preservation and incident report formatting. Within a framework of legal parameters and corporate objectives, the course will present practical applications, which are effective for the post-9/11 security environment.
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CHSC 140 - Introduction to Homeland Security, Public Safety and Terrorism (cc)
Credit(s): 3
This course introduces the organizational and programmatic initiatives for domestic security in the post-9/11 world. Topics include an overview of the terrorist threat; chemical, biological, and nuclear hazards; public safety and security; statutory authority; and measures for mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery. The course also explores the types and levels of impact that these developments have upon the national, local community, and corporate psyches of America. (Previously cross-listed with CRJU 140)
This is the core course for the B.S. Corporate and Homeland Security program and must be taken at a registered campus.
For explanation of the Core Course Requirements, click here .
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CHSC 235 - Foundations of Risk Management
Credit(s): 3
An introduction to fundamental probability and theoretical concepts of risk as it pertains to public and private sector environment. This course is designed to familiarize the student with identifying and responding to various risks, threats and vulnerabilities in the context of theoretical and real world scenarios. The course will explore proactive and reactive risk management theories as well as identification of and response to different levels of crisis.
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CHSC 245 - Legal Aspects of Security Management
Credit(s): 3
An analysis of current federal, state and local laws and regulations pertaining to security management. Discusses the powers of private security in regard to arrest, detention and interrogation, the duty to protect from third party crime, and the power and limits of civil tort law. The goals and objectives of corporate policies and procedures are examined in the context of the legal requirements of criminal justice procedure, contract law, administrative law and federal employment law.
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CHSC 295 - Religion and Terror
Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): CHSC 140
The course is designed to have the student understand working definitions of the terms terrorism and religion and how these are applied by groups using said terms for personal and group agendas often through violent means. The course further seeks to examine the various interpretations of religion within the major faiths and delve into perceived justifications for the use of terror. It will provide students with examples of organizations and terror groups that have and continue to employ religion as the basis for terrorist action through case study and determine the means for countering religious ideology as a pretext for violence.
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CHSC 315 - Terrorism
Credit(s): 3
This course provides a comprehensive exploration of contemporary terrorism. It focuses on the theories and cases related to the causes, perpetration, and results of terrorist activities. It includes an analysis of religious terrorism, ideological terrorism, gender-focused political violence, criminal enterprises and terrorist violence. Among the specific issues to be covered are the changing definitions and perceptions of terrorism; the origins of terrorism; the impact of terrorism upon community and media; tactics and targets; and the major scholarly issues in the field of terrorism.
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CHSC 325 - Personnel and Physical Property Security
Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): MGMT 225
Introduces the concepts and methodologies of workplace security used by small, medium, and large corporations. Topics related to personnel security include pre-employment screening, training, employee security awareness, internal investigations, workplace violence, security officer operations, and executive protection. Physical property security topics include perimeter integrity, facility protection, access control, and countermeasures technology.
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CHSC 345 - Corporate Security for the National Infrastructure
Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): CHSC 140
An analysis of the security responsibilities and practices of the domestic corporations, which sustain the nation’s critical infrastructure. The course takes up the strategic and logistical aspects of large-scale corporate security efforts within the transportation, communications, energy, financial and other vital sectors of the national infrastructure, using economic, public safety and national security perspectives.
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CHSC 350 - Security Crisis Management
Credit(s): 3
An in-depth focus upon the strategies, programs and actions for mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery, which are available for the management of natural and man-made crises. Methods of cooperation, coordination and interaction with federal and state agencies, public and private institutions, citizen organizations, and volunteers are studied and the coordinating processes of the Homeland Security National Response Plan are considered for the corporate security environment.
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CHSC 399 - Internship in Corporate and Homeland Security I
Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): One half (12 credits) of upper level (300 and 400 level) Specialization Course Requirements completed at Mercy College and approval from program director.
By approval of the program director, a CHS major can augment classroom studies with practical experience through meaningful participation relating to Risk Management, Homeland Security or Information Assurance, in a corporate, government or law enforcement environment.
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CHSC 400 - Internship in Corporate and Homeland Security II
Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): CHSC 399
This internship continues the practical objectives of CHSC 399 - Internship in Corporate and Homeland Security I . Participants are encouraged to select a different working environment than was previously undertaken. However, requirements may be altered at the discretion of the program director on a case-by-case basis.
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CHSC 435 - Advanced Risk Management
Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): CHSC 235
Advanced probability analysis of contemporary corporate security and loss prevention issues, strategies and solutions. Comprehensive study includes advanced statistical and theoretical analysis of internal and external threats/vulnerabilities, business continuity planning, crisis intervention and response, impact assessment and risk insurability. This senior-level course is designed to provide an enhanced repertoire of knowledge to the future professional corporate risk manager.
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CHSC 445 - Homeland Defense Structures: The National Incident Management System
Credit(s): 3
An advanced comprehensive review of homeland security organization and strategies. The course will focus on the National Response Plan (NRP) and the National Incident Management System (NIMS) and will include discussion of statutory authority, participant roles, operational concepts, incident management and emergency support functions.
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CRJU 102 - Introduction to the Criminal Justice System
Credit(s): 3
Students will be given an overview of the criminal justice system, commencing with a discussion of law, its sociology, its functions, etc.; then moving on into the historical origins of the system, current practices, and prognosis for the future of the criminal justice system.
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CRJU 132 - Victimology
Credit(s): 3
This course focuses on the central character in a criminal act, the victim. Its objectives are to understand what it means to be victimized and to learn how to offer a victim real help. Special attention will be given to the victims of particular sorts of crimes such as sexual assault; child, adolescent and spouse abuse; victimization of the elderly and of parents; incest; and to the survivors of homicide victims.
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CRJU 154 - Probation and Parole
Credit(s): 3
The two most important non-institutional treatment methods for offenders are probation and parole. Past and present programs will be covered to understand their status, current scope, and future trends and practices.
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CRJU 204 - Introduction to Corrections
Credit(s): 3
A general overview of the subsystems commonly known as corrections. Probation and parole will be covered. The punishment and treatment of offenders will be explored. Visits to federal, state, and city correctional institutions, and an opportunity to discuss correctional problems with ex-offenders will be arranged.
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CRJU 206 - Deviation and Therapy
Credit(s): 3
An analysis and exploration of the various treatment processes and techniques employed in a variety of agencies and situations including case work counseling, individual and group therapy and halfway house techniques.
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CRJU 207 - White Collar Crime
Credit(s): 3
This course will provide an in-depth view of white collar criminality. Comparison will be made between traditional crimes and white collar crimes; various types of white collar crimes will be discussed and analyzed. Organized crime and the problems inherent in white collar crime prosecutions will be dealt with.
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CRJU 208 - Organized Crime Control
Credit(s): 3
An examination into the history and background of organized crime including illegitimate and legitimate activities. Special emphasis will be on the control measures adopted on the local, federal and international levels. The course will analyze the organized crime system in order to counteract its negative effect and harm to society through the use of established and new legislation, and innovative investigative techniques.
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CRJU 212 - Criminology
Credit(s): 3
Cross-Listed With: SOCL 212
The nature and causes of criminal behavior as they relate to effective means of prevention and rehabilitation, theories of criminal behavior focused on the individual, the family, the neighborhood, and society as the primary causal factors; various interdisciplinary schemes also considered.
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CRJU 215 - The Juvenile Justice System
Credit(s): 3
Cross-Listed With: BHSC 215 /SOCL 215
Origins, philosophy and objectives of the juvenile justice system, measures of delinquency, theoretical perspectives on delinquency, legal processes, roles of the actors and current trends within the juvenile justice system.
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CRJU 233 - Family Violence the Criminal Justice Response
Credit(s): 3
Once considered a “hands off” issue, to be dealt with in the privacy of a family, cases of family violence increasingly are brought to the Criminal Courts. Drawing on the latest research, the course gives information about batterers and battering behavior. It reviews current practices, and examines various options available to Criminal Justice personnel handling the problem. (Previously numbered: CRJU/BHSC 133.)
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CRJU 234 - Criminal Law
Credit(s): 3
Cross-Listed With: LAWS 234
The objective of this course is to acquaint the student with the historical background of Criminal Law, jurisdiction, the mental elements necessary to commit crime, the major crimes and recent changes in the law brought about by court cases. Comparison will be made as to what the law is elsewhere and what the law is in the State of New York.
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CRJU 236 - Criminal Court Process
Credit(s): 3
A detailed study of the criminal court systems will be explored. City, county, state, and federal courts will be examined critically.
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CRJU 250 - Criminal Procedure
Credit(s): 3
Cross-Listed With: LAWS 250
This course will acquaint the student with the criminal procedures that are followed in most states throughout the nation. The path of the criminal will be traced from arrest, to arraignment, to the grand jury, to trial, etc. The New York Criminal Procedure Law and Court cases that have been defined, limited and interpreted criminal procedure will be discussed.
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CRJU 253 - Policing
Credit(s): 3
This course introduces the institution of policing in American Society. The origins and evolution of American policing; policing in America; police in relation to the criminal justice system; organizational structure of law enforcement agencies; police subcultures; patrol and investigation; police intelligence and information; community policing; policing and the law; civil liability; police discretion; deviance; the use of force and the future of policing.
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CRJU 255 - Crime Scene Investigation
Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): CRJU 102 or comparable practical experience. Recommended: CRJU 256 .
A study of the scientific techniques of criminal investigation evidence gathering. The student will be exposed to actual cases involving physical evidence in an effort to explain how the laboratory analyses are an integral part of the investigation.
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CRJU 256 - Criminal Investigation
Credit(s): 3
This course is designed to familiarize the student with the modern methods of criminal investigation, including not only the various techniques involved, but also the problems encountered in crime investigation. Legal issues, interrogation techniques, surveillance techniques, crime scene examination, report writing, and testimony are among the areas covered.
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CRJU 295 - Contemporary Issues
Credit(s): 3
A discussion of current topics concerning criminal justice, such as search and seizure, court administration, drugs, police administration, jails and prisons. Specific topics to be covered will be announced by the department.
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CRJU 301 - Constitutional Law and Criminal Justice
Credit(s): 3
Cross-Listed With: POLS 301
Prerequisite(s): Six credits in Criminal Justice.
Analysis of the leading U.S. Supreme Court and State Court decisions impacting Criminal Justice. The historical development of the Bill of Rights and its application to the States through the Due Process Clause of the Fourteenth Amendment.
This is the Core Course for the Criminal Justice certificate. For explanation of the Core Course Requirements, click here .
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CRJU 304 - Law, Ethics, and Criminal Justice
Credit(s): 3
This course will study the balance among moral philosophy, law, and criminal justice administration. The course will study the movement toward professional ethics, and the growing emphasis on value questions and policy decisions among scholars, researchers, and practitioners.
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CRJU 349 - Directed Research in Criminal Justice
Credit(s): 3
Cross-Listed With: BHSC 349 / PSYN 349 / SOCL 349
Prerequisite(s): PSYN 101 , CRJU 102 .
This course provides students with a hands-on research experience in the discipline of criminal justice. A more in-depth and comprehensive study of a specific topic than is typically available in the classroom where students have an opportunity to work in small groups under the close supervision of a faculty mentor on all aspects of an active research project in criminal justice. Research design, experimental method, hypothesis development, literature review, data analysis, and presentation skills are applied to the research project. Instructor permission is required. May be repeated for a total of 6 units.
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CRJU 380 - Workplace Experience in Criminal Justice I
Credit(s): 3
This course is designed to link college with the professional world by students obtaining meaningful, academically relevant workplace experiences. Possible workplace sites for students in Criminal Justice include police departments, non-profit organizations, treatment centers and governmental offices. Students’ professional development is enhanced through meetings with a faculty advisor and structured assignments based on the workplace experience. Career and Professional Development department approval required.
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CRJU 381 - Workplace Experience in Criminal Justice II
Credit(s): 3
This course is designed to link college with the professional world by students obtaining meaningful, academically relevant workplace experiences. Possible workplace sites for students in Criminal Justice include police departments, non-profit organizations, treatment centers and governmental offices. Students’ professional development is enhanced through meetings with a faculty advisor and structured assignments based on the workplace experience. Career and Professional Development department approval required.
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CRJU 396 - Research Methods in Criminal Justice
Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): CRJU 102 .
This course introduces students to data collection strategies and basic statistical techniques, secondary data analysis, and program evaluation in criminal justice. This course serves as a preparatory course for CRJU 401 Senior Seminar in Criminal Justice.
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CRJU 397 - Independent Study in Criminal Justice
Credit(s): 3
A project designed to take into account the individual student’s special criminal justice interest. Student must comply with the special instructions for Independent Study Projects as set forth in the Catalog.
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CRJU 399 - Internship in Criminal Justice
Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): Six credits in Criminal Justice.
Under Faculty supervision, the pre-service major supplements his classroom studies with practical experience, by engaging in a planned program of observation and participation in selected criminal justice agencies.
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CRJU 401 - Senior Seminar in Criminal Justice (cc)
Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): CRJU 102 , CRJU 396 , and at least three other courses in Criminal Justice.
A seminar required of all majors in Criminal Justice; readings, reports, discussions, project to be completed under the direction of the faculty.
This is the Core Course for B.S. Criminal Justice and Criminal Justice, Forensics specialization. For explanation of the Core Course Requirements, click here .
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CINQ 101 - Critical Inquiry
Credit(s): 3
This is a General Education course in which reading fluency, critical thinking and information literacy essential transferable skills are introduced, reinforced and assessed. Each section of CINQ 101 focuses on a particular topic; students analyze assigned readings, prepare and respond to arguments related to the topic, and complete projects that require research and assessment of relevant print and online sources. This course is required of all entering freshmen and of transfer students with 30 credits or less.
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CINQ 190 - Honors Critical Inquiry
Credit(s): 3
Cross-Listed With: HONR 190
Prerequisite(s): For Honors students only.
Honors Critical Inquiry is a General Education course in which reading, thinking, and information literacy essential transferable skills are introduced, reinforced and assessed. Each section of Honors Critical Inquiry focuses on a particular topic; students analyze assigned readings, prepare and respond to arguments related to the topic, and complete projects that require research and assessment of relevant print and online sources. CINQ 190 is the honors-level version of CINQ 101 , which is required of all entering freshmen and of transfer students with 30 credits or less. This course replaces general education requirement CINQ 101 .
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IASP 221 - LINUX Administration
Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): CISC 131 .
This course focuses on the administration of LINUX in a secured networked environment. Students will be introduced to the installation and configuration of LINUX, along with the use of command-line LINUX commands and scripting languages. Special emphasis will be placed on the installation and configuration of popular LINUX services such as SSH, HTTP, FTP, SMTP, Samba, MySQL, IPTABLES firewall, etc. Hardening of the LINUX kernel will also be discussed to make students aware how a LINUX system could be made more secure.
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IASP 230 - Introduction to Cybersecurity
Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): CISC 131 .
This course serves an entry course to the Cybersecurity Program for undergraduate students. It will introduce basic terminology in information security, information assurance and related legal and ethical issues. The topics span various cybersecurity domains including access control, threats and vulnerabilities, risk management, firewall, intrusion detection and prevention, cryptography, physical and personnel security.
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IASP 330 - Disaster Recovery / Business Continuity
Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): IASP 230 .
Discusses the applied methodologies used to plan and recover systems and business processes when faced with various types of recovery scenarios. The course will cover how disaster preparedness directly correlates to the ability to then continue business operations.
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IASP 340 - Security Policy and Procedures
Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): MATH 116 - College Algebra and MATH 122 - Statistics .
This course reviews the critical skills and methodologies used to ensure compliance to public and private sector regulatory requirements. This course covers how to facilitate internal and external audit requirements, ensuring proper levels of controls, both IT and process level.
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IASP 355 - Penetration Testing and Ethical Hacking
Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): CISC 335 - Computer Networks .
This course introduces the underlying principles and techniques associated with the cybersecurity practice known as penetration testing and ethical hacking. Student will learn about the entire penetration testing processes and practices. It includes planning, reconnaissance, scanning, exploitation, post-exploitation, and result reporting. As systems are penetrated and attacked in ethical testing method, the degree of systems’ weak points or the level of security strengths will be assessed. The course discusses the assessment related to integrating penetration testing into a software development life cycle and assesses the pit-falls associated with traditional penetration testing practices as well as making recommendations for improving the practices. In all cases, students will develop an excellent understanding of current cybersecurity issues and ways that user, administrator, and programmer errors can lead to exploitable insecurities.
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IASP 380 - Internship: Cybersecurity Workplace Experience I
Credit(s): 3
This course is designed to link college with the world of work by assisting students to obtaining meaningful, academically relevant work experiences directly related to their career goals. Possible placement internship sites for students in Cybersecurity include corporations, small businesses, non-profit organizations and schools. Students’ professional development is enhanced through meetings with a faculty advisor and structured assignments based on the work experience. Career and Professional Development department approval required. Division approval required.
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IASP 381 - Internship: Cybersecurity Workplace Experience II
Credit(s): 3
This course is designed to link college with the world of work by assisting students to obtaining meaningful, academically relevant work experiences directly related to their career goals. Possible placement internship sites for students in Cybersecurity include corporations, small businesses, non-profit organizations and schools. Students’ professional development is enhanced through meetings with a faculty advisor and structured assignments based on the work experience. Career and Professional Development department approval required. Division approval required.
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IASP 395 - Special Topics in Cybersecurity
Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): Variable, depending upon topic.
This course will introduce students to the future implications (both technical and social) and the latest development in the cybersecurity field.. (Non-liberal arts credit.)
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IASP 397 - Independent Study in Cybersecurity
Credit(s): 1-3
Individual projects or readings undertaken in a specific area of Cybersecurity. Registration with the permission of instructor, the program director and the department chair or the school dean.
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IASP 420 - Network Security
Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): CISC 335 .
This course introduces students to fundamental network security principles and implementation. It covers types of network attacks, network infrastructure security, Web security, operational security, security management, cryptography and policies and procedures. In addition, it covers any recent development in network security areas.
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IASP 430 - Digital Forensics
Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): CISC 335 , CISC 337 and CISC 231 .
This course introduces techniques required for conducting a forensic analysis on systems and data. The theories directly correlate to methods used to recover/restore data for various requirements, ranging from litigation to fraud based investigations.
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IASP 455 - Secure and Intelligent Programming
Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): CISC 339 - Artificial Intelligence .
This course discusses how programming language techniques can be used to fill the security and intelligence gap between human and computers, computers to computers, and data to networks. Secure programming means writing programs in a safe fashion, to avoid vulnerabilities that can be exploited by attackers. In particular, this course considers novel programming languages that can be used to address artificial intelligence and machine learning, and security and privacy issues. The topics include various instantiations of programming languages and web programming languages, codification skills for coding safety, intelligence enhancement exercises in coding, and the debug and verification tools.
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IASP 460 - Wireless Network and Security
Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): CISC 335 .
This course introduces various wireless network protocols, access modes, wireless devices, management tools and security risks. This course will give students technical background of wireless networks, and discuss the security risk and management tools.
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IASP 470 - Capstone: System Security (cc)
Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): Completion of at least six of 300 or upper-level courses.
This course introduces students to system security. It covers many security aspects in computer system and software programming ranging from basic topics to advanced topics. It includes more thoroughly discussion on risks, trusts, threat, attack, safe programming, operating system mechanisms, virtual machines, hardware security, personal and application security and latest development in system security. Hacking is discussed to ensure students know about the techniques used by malware developers.
For explanation of the Core Course Requirements, click here .
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ANLC 250 - Introduction to Data Analytics
Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): ACCT 261 or MGMT 255 .
Introduction to Data Analytics is designed to ensure that students can utilize and think critically with data to inform business strategy. Development of analytical plans highlight students’ abilities to succinctly hone in on business questions that data can effectively inform, what data sources and methodologies are essential to informing specific business questions, how the data will be transformed into meaningful insights, how it will be communicated with others to drive action, and anticipated outcomes of use. Students will have an applied understanding of why data is used to answer strategic business questions – asking the right questions, setting proper objectives, and achieving meaningful outputs. Students will also gain applied knowledge of how data is utilized to make strategic business decisions by understanding the “what” (absolute value of data), “so what” (underlying implications) and the “now what” (executional excellence).
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ANLC 310 - Communicating with Data
Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): ANLC 250 .
Communicating with Data is designed to ensure that students can utilize quantitative critical thinking skills in order to form and communicate cohesive stories that effectively facilitate the education and subsequent action of others within an organization. Students will learn to present data to an observer in a way that yields insight and understanding. This course focuses on the design, construction and presentation of data visualizations from the business perspective and includes lessons on the psychology of data visualization by incorporating concepts such as attention/pre-attention, perception and cognition to enable a better understanding of how data visualization can be optimized. Students will learn key design elements to facilitate comprehension, recall, and decision making through the use of Tableau – currently the most widely accepted data visualization software in business.
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ANLC 320 - Applied Statistics with R & SPSS
Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): ANLC 250 , ECON 125 .
Applied Statistics with R & SPSS ensures students learn to analyze and visualize data in R and SPSS and create reproducible data analysis reports, demonstrate a conceptual understanding of the unified nature of statistical inference, perform frequentist and Bayesian statistical inference and modeling to understand natural phenomena and make data-based decisions, communicate statistical results correctly, effectively, and in context without relying on statistical jargon, critique data-based claims and evaluated data-based decisions, and wrangle and visualize data with R and SPSS packages for data analysis.
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ANLC 330 - Relational Database Management with SQL
Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): ANLC 250 .
Relational Database Management with SQL ensures students learn complete tasks of maintaining or analyzing structured data by utilizing SQL queries. This course focuses on common SQL applications such as data entry management, defining data dictionaries, creating and manipulating data tables, and joining or combining data records from multiple sources. Students will prepare to become certified MySQL Developers documenting skills in managing and manipulating large datasets.
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ANLC 410 - Social Media Analytics
Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): ANLC 250 , ECON 125 .
Social Media Analytics is designed to ensure that students are exposed to both the benefits and limitations of relying on social media data compared to traditional methods of marketing research. This course provides students with the foundational skills of social media listening including the creation of monitors and common social media metrics. Moving beyond social media listening, this course shows students how social media data can be used to provide insights into market structure and consumers’ perceptions of the brand. Students will focus on accessing and assessing meaningful social media data and applying best practices to “listening” to that data.
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ANLC 420 - Econometrics
Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): ANLC 250 , ANLC 310 , ECON 125 .
Econometrics focuses on how to create quantitative models to reflect complex realities, and how to include elements of risk and uncertainty in data modeling. Students will learn methods for creating predictive models for identifying optimal choices; and how those choices change in response to changes in the model’s assumptions. Students also learn the basics of the measurement and management of risk.
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ANLC 450 - Data Analytics Capstone
Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): ANLC 310 , ANLC 320 .
Data Analytics Capstone is designed to take students through the data value chain with real-life, hands-on experience. Students will learn how data analytics fits within organizations and apply procedures within the field that data analysts fulfill to add value (collection, cleaning, manipulation/analysis, optimization, etc.)
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CART 110 - Foundation I: Design Principles
Credit(s): 3
3 semester hours, 1.5 hours studio/lab per week
Prerequisite(s): Portfolio review admission into major or permission of the program director.
An introduction to the basic principles and processes of drawing and two-dimensional visual composition.
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CART 120 - Foundation I: Design + Digital Skills
Credit(s): 3
3 semester hours, 1.5 hours studio/lab per week
Prerequisite(s): Portfolio review admission into major or permission of the program director.
An introduction to the basic vocabulary and principles of communication and media theory, including the various roles and digital tools, skills and techniques of the design + animation industry.
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CART 200 - Drawing I
Credit(s): 3
3 semester hours, 1.5 hours studio/lab per week
Prerequisite(s): Portfolio review admission into major or permission of the program director.
An introduction to basic principles and processes of drawing, with an emphasis on direct observation. Students work from still life, nature, and the imagination towards an understanding of the perceptual aspects of visual forms.
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CART 214 - Drawing II
Credit(s): 3
3 semester hours, 1.5 hours studio/lab per week
Prerequisite(s): Minimum grade of B- in CART 200 .
Further exploration and understanding of drawing elements with an emphasis on drawing process, pictorial structure, and personal expression. The course includes an introduction to drawing the human form.
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CART 215 - History of Art I
Credit(s): 3
Cross-Listed With: ARTT 215
This course is the first half of a yearlong survey of the history of art, with specific emphasis on the examination of the representation of ideas in terms of the science of interpretation (hermeneutics) and the language of signs (semiotics). This examination is specifically geared to those for whom the study of the history of art is a prelude to a life of design. The course also covers the history of the development of style, from early cave paintings to the beginnings of the Renaissance. Students develop a visual vocabulary and an acute awareness of style as a function of historical conditions; they also learn to decode images in a way that enables them to be more sophisticated designers of visual communication material. Fall only
For explanation of the Core Course Requirements, click here .
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CART 216 - History of Art II (cc)
Credit(s): 3
Cross-Listed With: ARTT 216
Prerequisite(s): CART 215 /ARTT 215 .
This course is the second half of a yearlong survey of the history of art, with specific emphasis on the examination of the representation of ideas in the terms of the science of interpretation (hermeneutics) and the language of signs (semiotics). This examination is specifically geared to those for whom the study of the history of art is a prelude to a life of design. The course also covers the history of the development of style, from the early Renaissance to the modern era. Students develop a visual vocabulary and an acute awareness of style as a function of historical conditions; they learn to decode images in a way that will enable them to be more sophisticated designers of visual communication material. Spring only
For explanation of the Core Course Requirements, click here .
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