Computer Programming and Analysis (Optional Co-op)

Description: This series of modules will prepare students for job searching for their co-op work terms with the guidance of a Coop Advisor. Students will familiarize themselves with the co-operative education policies and procedures and will learn the expectations, rules, and regulations that apply in the workplace regarding social, organizational, ethical, and safety issues while developing an awareness of self-reflective practices. Students will reflect on their skills, attitudes, and expectations and examine available opportunities in the workplace. Successful completion of these modules is a requirement for co-op eligibility.

• Hours: 14
• Credits: 1
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Description:

Upon completion of this course, the student will understand the Systems Development Life Cycle and the Object-Oriented Design methodology using the Unified Modeling Language (UML). An object-oriented approach will be applied to a business system case study utilizing a Computer Assisted Systems Engineering tool to analyze the systems requirements and then to use the tool to design a proposed solution from those requirements. Emphasis will be placed on typical industry practices, documentation and presentation skills in a team environment

• Hours: 56
• Credits: 4
• Pre-Requisites:
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Description:

This course teaches students how to develop web applications using ASP.NET. Students learn how to create dynamic web pages using data from a relational database and how to update data on a relational database with information provided by the user through a web form. The students will use application-wide variables, code and style sheets, object-oriented constructs, classes, and session variables.

• Hours: 84
• Credits: 6
• Pre-Requisites: PROG1965 OR PROG1966 AND PROG2112
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Description:

In this course, students will learn advanced database concepts, building upon foundational SQL knowledge to explore complex queries, optimization techniques, and database performance tuning. Students will gain hands-on experience with NoSQL databases, understanding their use cases and implementing data solutions for unstructured and semi-structured data. The course also introduces cloud-based database services, teaching students how to manage, and work with databases in a cloud environment. Through practical projects and case studies, students will develop the skills to design, manage, and integrate advanced data systems for real-world applications.

• Hours: 42
• Credits: 3
• Pre-Requisites: PROG1825 OR PROG2112
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Description:

Algorithms and data structures are essential tools for solving computational problems efficiently. In this course, students will learn to design, analyze, and implement algorithms for sorting, searching, recursion, and dynamic programming, as well as explore foundational data structures such as linked lists, stacks, queues, trees, hash tables, and graphs.Students will explore the time and space complexity of algorithms to evaluate performance and make informed design choices. Through practical exercises and programming projects, students will develop problem-solving skills and learn to apply algorithms and data structures to real-world scenarios.

• Hours: 84
• Credits: 6
• Pre-Requisites: PROG1925 OR PROG1926
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Description: In this course, students will investigate threats to computer business applications from a variety of sources, as well as strategies for handling those threats. Topics will include encryption, SQL injections, URL backdoors, malware, wireless and cloud computing vulnerabilities, code level security, physical security, disaster recovery and backup, and privacy considerations.

• Hours: 42
• Credits: 3
• Pre-Requisites: INFO1380
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Description: Software quality is everybody's job, no matter what their role in a software product development or IT organization. In this course, we will explore various approaches to testing and improving software quality. We will also learn techniques, practices and tools that programmers employ to achieve higher quality of software products.

• Hours: 42
• Credits: 3
• Pre-Requisites: PROG2230 OR PROG2231
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Description:

This course teaches the student to build mobile applications using the current industry practices and tools. The student will learn client-side smart device development including offline data access, testing, debugging, security, deployment and exception handling. Students will be exposed to writing mobile client software that runs on popular mobile devices.

• Hours: 84
• Credits: 6
• Pre-Requisites: PROG1936 AND PROG1965 OR PROG1966
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Description:

Data analytics, artificial intelligence, and machine learning are essential for building practical solutions to real-world problems. In this course, students will apply statistical techniques to analyze and interpret data, gaining hands-on experience with preprocessing, exploratory data analysis, and visualization. They will implement machine learning models, including supervised and unsupervised learning, and work with modern tools and frameworks to develop AI-driven solutions. Practical projects will focus on applying these techniques to real-world datasets, emphasizing both technical skills and the ethical considerations of deploying AI systems.

• Hours: 84
• Credits: 6
• Pre-Requisites: PROG1925 OR PROG1926 AND PROG2340
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Description:

An increasing amount of open-source software is being made available on the web for the purpose of developing new business systems in an efficient and economic way. Students learn to develop software products for which the source code is publicly made available in a versioned format. This mode of delivery permits individuals and organizations to scale, modify and enhance a product’s design. Students learn how to deploy new open-source products, how to work on existing products, and they learn the ramifications for intellectual property.

• Hours: 56
• Credits: 4
• Pre-Requisites: PROG1935 OR PROG1936 AND PROG2230 OR PROG2231 AND PROG2270
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Description: This co-op work term will provide students with college-approved work experience in an authentic, professionally relevant work environment. Students will be provided the opportunity to connect theory and practice by leveraging their academic training to develop a broad base of vocational skills. The practical applications of this work term will promote students’ awareness of key concepts and terminology in their field, cultivate their problem-solving and decision-making capabilities, encourage their development of professional autonomy and collaboration, and enhance their capacity to analyze and reflect on their demonstrated abilities in the workplace.

• Hours: 420
• Credits: 14
• Pre-Requisites: CDEV1020 OR CEPR1020
• CoRequisites:

Description: This co-op work term will provide students with college-approved work experience in an authentic, professionally relevant work environment. Students will be provided the opportunity to connect theory and practice by leveraging their academic training to develop a broad base of vocational skills. The practical applications of this work term will promote students’ awareness of key concepts and terminology in their field, cultivate their problem-solving and decision-making capabilities, encourage their development of professional autonomy and collaboration, and enhance their capacity to analyze and reflect on their demonstrated abilities in the workplace.

• Hours: 420
• Credits: 14
• Pre-Requisites: CDEV1020 OR CEPR1020
• CoRequisites:

Description: This co-op work term will provide students with college-approved work experience in an authentic, professionally relevant work environment. Students will be provided the opportunity to connect theory and practice by leveraging their academic training to develop a broad base of vocational skills. The practical applications of this work term will promote students’ awareness of key concepts and terminology in their field, cultivate their problem-solving and decision-making capabilities, encourage their development of professional autonomy and collaboration, and enhance their capacity to analyze and reflect on their demonstrated abilities in the workplace.

• Hours: 420
• Credits: 14
• Pre-Requisites: CDEV1020 OR CEPR1020
• CoRequisites:

Description: This co-op work term will provide students with college-approved work experience in an authentic, professionally relevant work environment. Students will be provided the opportunity to connect theory and practice by leveraging their academic training to develop a broad base of vocational skills. The practical applications of this work term will promote students’ awareness of key concepts and terminology in their field, cultivate their problem-solving and decision-making capabilities, encourage their development of professional autonomy and collaboration, and enhance their capacity to analyze and reflect on their demonstrated abilities in the workplace.

• Hours: 420
• Credits: 14
• Pre-Requisites: CDEV1020 OR CEPR1020
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Description: This course builds on Programming: Mobile Applications I to teach the student to build mobile applications, including client-side, mobile web and hybrid applications, using advanced programming techniques and current development tools. Students will develop mobile application software that runs on a range of smartphones and tablet devices.

• Hours: 84
• Credits: 6
• Pre-Requisites: PROG1935 OR PROG1936 AND PROG1965 OR PROG1966
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Description:

This course introduces students to the fundamental principles of planning and initiating a capstone project. In this hands-on course, students will conduct research on a real-world problem, analyze project requirements, and propose a viable solution. They will learn to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables, while also developing skills in project management, risk analysis, and stakeholder communication. Students will implement the first prototype iteration of their proposed solution, applying agile methodologies to iterate and refine their ideas. The course emphasizes practical application, preparing students for the full execution of their capstone project in the final term.

• Hours: 42
• Credits: 3
• Pre-Requisites: INFO2321
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Description:

This course introduces students to key principles and patterns used in software design to create scalable, maintainable, and efficient systems. Students will explore fundamental design concepts such as abstraction, modularization, and separation of concerns, while learning to apply design patterns to solve common software engineering problems. The course emphasizes best practices in software architecture, promoting the use of reusable and flexible components. Through hands-on projects, students will implement design patterns in real-world scenarios, equipping them with the skills to build high-quality software solutions.

• Hours: 42
• Credits: 3
• Pre-Requisites: INFO2321 AND PROG2231
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Description:

This course focuses on the development of large-scale, robust applications for enterprise environments. Students will learn to design and build solutions that integrate multiple systems, handle complex workflows, and support scalability and security. The course emphasizes key aspects of enterprise application architecture, providing students with hands-on experience in developing and deploying applications that meet the needs of modern businesses. The focus will be on performance, maintainability, and best practices for enterprise software development.

• Hours: 56
• Credits: 4
• Pre-Requisites: PROG2231
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Description:

This course introduces students to the principles and practices of cloud computing and its application in software development. Students will learn to design and develop cloud-based applications, understanding how to leverage cloud infrastructure to build scalable, reliable, and cost-effective solutions. The course covers key concepts such as cloud architecture, deployment models, and service models, with a focus on building applications that can effectively utilize cloud resources. Through hands-on projects, students will gain experience in developing, deploying, and managing cloud-based applications for real-world use cases.

• Hours: 84
• Credits: 6
• Pre-Requisites: PROG2231 AND PROG2270
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Description: Students will investigate venture capital firms, government programs and local agencies oriented toward the startup of new IT companies. The principles of evaluating an IT product, service or technology for production will be discussed. Students will be required to develop and present a business plan for a new commercial initiative

• Hours: 42
• Credits: 3
• Pre-Requisites: MATH1910 OR MATH1920
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Description: This course is the culmination of the program. Successful completion of this course will require the application of skills learned in most of the courses studied in the prior semesters. Small groups of students are to work as a team to plan, design, code, document and install a custom application for a client. A faculty advisor will meet regularly with the group to ensure the process is properly managed and a plan is followed.

• Hours: 84
• Credits: 6
• Pre-Requisites: PROG2070 AND PROG2230 OR PROG2231
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Description:

In this course students will design, build, test, and deploy distributed components, with a strong emphasis on Web APIs. Students will also learn to consume existing distributed components and Web APIs to integrate external business capabilities into larger applications and solutions. Students will compare and contrast different design paradigms such as SOA and REST and apply them to develop distributed components that can be deployed in multiple contexts, including the use of cloud infrastructure. Students will develop code using various technologies and platforms but the emphasis throughout the course will be on a design first approach to develop a Web API specification that is independent from its implementation.

• Hours: 56
• Credits: 4
• Pre-Requisites: PROG3340
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Description:

Successful businesses in today’s high-tech environment use business intelligence to gain a competitive advantage. This course introduces some of the methodologies and technologies used in the analysis of large amounts of historic data. Topics covered include data visualization, data warehousing, online analytical processing and data mining. Practical use of these technologies are presented in the context of descriptive, predictive and prescriptive analytics.

• Hours: 42
• Credits: 3
• Pre-Requisites: PROG2230 OR PROG2231 AND PROG2270 OR PROG2590
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Description:

This course focuses on the processes and best practices involved in delivering and managing software releases in a production environment, with an emphasis on DevOps principles. Students will learn to plan, coordinate, and implement software releases, ensuring that they are delivered on time, within scope, and with high quality. The course covers key topics such as version control, continuous integration, automated testing, deployment strategies, and the integration of development and operations teams. Students will gain hands-on experience in applying DevOps practices to streamline the software delivery process and ensure efficient, reliable release management.

• Hours: 84
• Credits: 6
• Pre-Requisites: PROG3350
• CoRequisites: