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Days until classes:
Next classes start
Jun 4th
Program Length: 36 months (may be completed in as little as 30 months)
Available at the following locations:
Available Online: This program is delivered fully online.
California Locations: National City, San Diego
Degree Overview
The Bachelor of Science in Computer Science is designed to graduate a computer science professional whose diverse practical and theoretical knowledge will guide the future of programming and networking in business and industry. Objectives of the program are to ensure competencies at complex levels of programming, network administration, database management, and client interface. Computer Science graduates are employed in entry-level to mid-level positions as a software engineer, network administrator, web developer, computer programmer, project manager, systems analyst or future entrepreneur.
The Information Systems Security emphasis prepares graduates to provide protection for information and information systems from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, description, modification, perusal, inspection, recording, or destruction.
| Program Information | Bachelor of Science in Computer Science |
|---|---|
| Occupations Degree Prepares For (and SOC code of occupation) |
Computer and Information Scientist, Research - 15-1011.00 |
| Computer and Information Systems Managers - 11-3021.00 | |
| Computer Programmers - 15-1021.00 | |
| Computer Science Teachers, Post-secondary - 25-1021.00 | |
| Computer Security Specialists - 15-1071.01 | |
| Computer Software Engineers, Applications - 15-1031.00 | |
| Computer Software Engineers, Systems Software - 15-1032.00 | |
| Computer Specialists, All Other - 15-1099.00 | |
| Network Systems and Data Communications Analysts - 15-1081.00 | |
| Telecommunications Specialists - 15-1081.01 | |
| Tuition and Fees | $71,180 |
| Cost of Books | Included |
| Room and Board | N/A |
| Job Placement Rate * | 90% |
| On-Time Completion Rate | 0.00% |
| Median Title IV Debt | $35,827 |
| Median Non-Title IV Debt | $2,270 |
| Median Loan Debt | $37,292 |
Course Descriptions
CourseCourse NameCredits
Course Description
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Computer Fundamentals
This course introduces the elements of several popular computer software programs in word processing, spreadsheet management, and presentation design, Emphasis will be placed on the basic fundamentals of document creation, saving, and printing along with the more advanced concepts of presentation design.
Credits: 3.5
Databases
This course introduces several current database software products and their use in business. Emphasis is placed on database terminology in the study of tables, queries, forms, and reports. Computations and expressions are used to perform database inquiries.
Credits: 3.5
Economics
Basic course in microeconomic concepts. Topics include recession and depression, the circular flow of production and consumption, the role of the market in the economy, wage and price movements, and other key points.
Credits: 4.0
Economic Principles
include inflation, the cause and effects of interest rates, the dollar and the foreign trade deficit, productivity growth rate, and the federal budget deficit.
Credits: 4.0
English Composition
This course focuses on the principles of effective English composition with a comprehensive review and reinforcement of language arts skills. Emphasis is placed on the four essentials of writing: unity, support, coherence, and sentence skills. Practice in proofreading, editing, revision, and clear thinking is incorporated throughout the course.
Credits: 4.0
Communication Arts
This course focuses on developing critical thinking and communication skills in both verbal and nonverbal areas. Emphasis is placed on debate, panel discussions, committee work, conflict resolution, interviews, and editorial writing.
Credits: 4.0
Advanced Interpersonal Communication
This course is designed to provide students with the skills they need to be effective communicators. Students will apply interpersonal communication skills theory to various situations in order to understand the clear connections between theory, skills, and life situations they will encounter.
Credits: 4.0
American Civilization
This course covers the history of the United States from the American Revolution to the present. Emphasis is on the economic, political, and social development of our country.
Credits: 4.0
U.S. History Since the Civil War
This course offers students an overview of how America transformed itself, in a relatively short time, from a land inhabited by hunter-gatherer and agricultural Native American societies into the most powerful industrial nation on earth. The student will learn how dominant and subordinate groups have affected the shifting balance of power in America since 1863. Major topics include: Reconstruction, the frontier, the 1890s, America's transition to an industrial society, Progressivism, World War I, the 1920s, the Great Depression and the New Deal, World War II, the Cold War, Vietnam, economic and social change in the late 20th century, and power and politics since 1974.
Credits: 4.0
Computer Law
This course focuses on legal topics pertaining to the kinds of intellectual property most relevant to computers (copyrights, patents, and trade secrets), computer-related contracts, electronic transactions, computer fraud, hacking and negligence, privacy, and the use and the abuse of computer-related evidence. Emphasis is placed on the laws and the legal principles regulating the use and the exploitation of computers and software as objects and instruments of commerce.
Credits: 4.0
Information Security Management
This course focuses on the management of information technology security. Emphasis is placed on access control systems and methodology, business continuity and disaster recovery planning, legal issues in information system security, ethics, computer operations security, physical security, and security architecture using current standards and models.
Credits: 3.5
Ethical Hacking
This course teaches students how to think and act like a hacker in order to identify weaknesses in networks before malicious intruders can take advantage of them. Emphasis is placed on the methodologies and the tools used by hackers, as well as the ethics of white-hat hacking and present reports on evidence of weaknesses and assurances that information systems security controls are in place.
Credits: 3.5
Threats and Defense Mechanisms
This course focuses on the expansive list of technological and computer threats including trojans, viruses and worms, sniffers, phishing, social engineering threats, denial of service threats, and vulnerabilities. Emphasis is placed on the countermeasures and the defense mechanisms necessary to protect valuable resources and information in the technology world.
Credits: 3.5
Introduction to Cryptography
This course focuses on modern cryptography and security. Emphasis is placed on various cryptographic tools like symmetric and public-key encryption schemes, signature schemes, message authentication schemes, and identification protocols. Students will be introduced to the fundamental cryptographic tools used to identify the security needs of a system and use existing cryptographic mechanisms to secure organizational systems.
Credits: 3.5
Computer Forensics
This course focuses on identifying, tracking, and prosecuting cyber-crime. Emphasis is placed on ethics, professional responsibility, and chain of command when a computer crime is investigated. Additional topics include advanced techniques in computer investigation and analysis, computer hacking, forensic investigation, and computer intruder profiling with interest in generating potential legal evidence. Students are exposed to the process of detecting attacks and collecting evidence in a forensically sound manner.
Credits: 3.5
Capstone
This course requires students to demonstrate their mastery of information systems security by completing a project that will use all of the integrated knowledge gained from classroom and project experiences throughout their program. (Prerequisite: Satisfactory completion of all coursework)
Credits: 4.0
Management Principles
An introduction to the basic principles of management as it applies to formal organizations. Students are introduced to the importance of effective management within organizations. The traditional management framework is used to provide essential skills in planning, organizing, staffing, directing, and controlling.
Credits: 4.0
Entrepreneurship
This course is a career-related overview of business startups, idea identification, value proposition, and competitive advantages in a student's area of specialization. The student will be able to identify and evaluate new business ideas; to learn how to prepare and evaluate business plans; and to identify capital sources for new ventures.
Credits: 4.0
Internet Commerce
Introduces Internet commerce basics and focuses on business concepts and applying technology in order to be successful. Other topics include globalizing a company, marketing and advertising, market trends, vendor solutions, credit card verification systems, security auction technologies, storefronts, and overall technology architecture. Students will learn to utilize Internet commerce solutions from process re-engineering to deployment and testing.
Credits: 4.0
Management Planning Principles
This course addresses the principles of various planning topics including strategic planning (mission, vision, objectives, and strategies), long- and short-term operational planning, and development of business plans. (Prerequisite: MAN103, or with consent of the dean)
Credits: 4.0
College Algebra
Designed to improve skills in numbers and algebraic expressions, solving equations, graphing, sets, exponents, radicals, inequalities, formulas, and applications.
Credits: 4.0
Computer Servicing I
Focuses on diagnosis and repair of computer systems. Passive and preventive maintenance procedures are studied. Also includes: theory and practice in upgrade and configuration of computer systems, including addition of memory, pointing device interfacing, hard drives, printers, modems, and multimedia upgrade kits.
Credits: 3.5
Computer Servicing II
Introduces the proper procedures for assembly and disassembly of a computer system. Safety concepts and procedures are covered, including electrostatic discharge (ESD) and electrical shock hazards. Students are introduced to the proper tools necessary to assemble and disassemble a computer. Cables and connectors are identified and case styles are covered. In this course, a student will disassemble a computer and identify all components. The student will then properly assemble the computer and verify proper operation. (Prerequisite: MCS101, or with consent of the dean)
Credits: 3.0
Workstation Administration
Focuses on installation, configuration, and administration of workstation operating systems. Students install, upgrade, and configure workstations while working with file systems, devices, drivers, accounts, and protocols. (Prerequisite: OPS101, or with consent of the dean)
Credits: 3.5
Server Administration
Covers installation, configuration, and administration of server operating systems. Students install, upgrade, configure, and administer servers while working with disks, accounts, and system resources. (Prerequisite: OPS101, or with consent of the dean)
Credits: 3.5
Basic Networking Concepts
Introduces networking concepts, history, and technology. Students learn vocabulary and network terminology and are trained to identify components of a network. Different types of topologies and protocols are covered, and students are trained to implement and support small networks.
Credits: 3.5
Network Infrastructure
Introduces server-based networking, using networking programs. Students install, configure, and administer the server operations. The concepts and skills used to set up and administer a network are covered in detail. Students set up and connect to multiple services.
Credits: 3.5
Security Concepts
This course concentrates on general security concepts, communication security, infrastructure security, basics of cryptography, and operational/organizational security.
Credits: 3.5
Network Communications I
Examines switch and router communications and configurations. Students learn network types, network media, switching and routing fundamentals, TCP/IP, IP addressing and routing, WAN technologies, operating and configuring switch and router operating systems, and managing network environments. (Prerequisite: OPS101, or with consent of the dean)
Credits: 3.5
Network Communications II
Students select, connect, configure, and troubleshoot various switch and router networking devices. Concepts include extending switched networks with VLANs, determining IP routes, managing IP traffic with access lists, establishing point-to-point connections, and establishing frame relay connections. (Prerequisite: NET221, or with consent of the dean)
Credits: 3.5
Cloud/Mobile Computing Concepts
This course focuses on mobile and cloud-computing concepts. Emphasis is placed on communication issues in ad-hoc and infrastructure networks as well as communication properties, protocols, data formats, and concrete technologies. Additional topics include supporting hardware, devices, and components.
Credits: 3.5
Introduction to Operating Systems
Students are taught basic operating system concepts including the boot process, interrupt handling, CPU instruction cycle theory, and device driver theory. A short history of operating systems is covered. Installation, configuration, use, and troubleshooting of operating systems are covered, and students are given the opportunity to practice related skills. Batch file programming is also covered.
Credits: 4.0
Linux Operating System
This course serves as an introduction to the Linux operating system. Students learn to install, configure, and administer the Linux operating system. Other topics include desktop applications, clients, games, LAN, WAN, the shell, and shell scripts. (Prerequisite: OPS101, or with consent of the dean)
Credits: 3.5
Electronic Communication Management
Covers the installation, configuration, and administration of electronic communication. Students learn about electronic communication in a network environment, how to configure electronic communication for a group of users, and common administration tasks. (Prerequisite: NET103 or NET104, or with consent of the dean)
Credits: 3.5
Security Management
Covers implementing and administering security on a server. (Prerequisite: NET103 or NET104, or with consent of the dean)
Credits: 3.5
General Operating Systems
This course addresses advanced concepts in the installation, configuration, management, and security of a selected server operating system. Students learn to configure and manage advanced network services in a hands-on environment. Planning, documentation, troubleshooting, and security concepts are covered. (Prerequisite: OPS101, or with consent of the dean)
Credits: 3.5
Introduction to Logic
This course focuses on the techniques for determining the validity of arguments and analyzing problems in the world. Topics include a discussion of informal fallacies, Aristotelian logic, and symbolic logic.
Credits: 4.0
Solutions Concepts
Introduces students to project management. Topics include analysis of business requirements, development and deployment cycles, creating project plans for successful delivery, implementation of risk management techniques and mitigation strategies, scheduling task cycles, and implementing monitoring tools and controls to track project progress.
Credits: 3.5
Fundamentals and Concepts
Introduces elementary programming concepts. Areas of study include an introduction to the history of programming and programming languages, flow charts, and logic structures.
Credits: 3.5
Logic Structures
Increases student knowledge of programming concepts (i.e., flowcharts, logic structures). Structures and basic programming constructs are explored and applied. Students are introduced to data types and use of variables in programming. (Prerequisite: PRG102)
Credits: 3.5
Programming Fundamentals
Introduces the student to the Software Development Environment. Students will create working programs. Students learn best practices in debugging, trouble shooting, and interacting with the computer's operating system.
Credits: 3.0
Web Design I
Introduces the student to the basics of Web-Page design. This class provides a solid foundation in the elements of design, type sizes, and styles using contemporary HTML, XML, and CSS technologies.
Credits: 3.5
Structured Query Language
Students are introduced to the fundamentals of Structured Query Language. This course focuses on the basic techniques of SQL as it applies to data retrieval and manipulation.
Credits: 3.5
Web Design II
Expands upon the student's knowledge of Website development by introducing the concepts of data-driven web pages using XML technologies. (Prerequisites: PRG111)
Credits: 3.5
Web Design III
Expands upon the student's knowledge of Website development by introducing the concepts of data-driven web pages using XML technologies. (Prerequisites: PRG111)
Credits: 3.0
Psychology of Motivation
Students review skills necessary to be successful in college, including: note-taking, study skills, writing, finding and using information on the Internet, and reading/understanding college-level text. Students are exposed to basic motivation theories, values clarification, and philosophic principles.
Credits: 4.0
Professional Development
This course addresses employment search and acquisition skills. Topics include matching qualifications with job requirements, resume preparation, and job applications. Also includes cover letters, follow-up letters, resignation letters, and recommendation letters. Classroom activities include discussion of basic interviewer questions and interviewing techniques.
Credits: 4.0
Biological Psychology
This course introduces the student to the intricate relationship between biology and psychology. The student is exposed to the emerging field of biopsychology in which fascinating new discoveries are constantly being made. Major topics include: anatomy of the nervous system, plasticity of the brain, sensory systems and attention, wakefulness and sleeping, emotional behaviors, the biology of learning and memory, and psychological disorders.
Credits: 4.0
Sociology of Aging
This course contains an interdisciplinary approach that provides the concepts, information, and examples students need to achieve a basic understanding of aging as a social process. This course addresses a broad range of societal issues and covers concepts associated with an aging population. It examines the concept of aging on both an individual and societal level. Major topics include: the history of aging in America; physical aging; psychological aspects of aging; personal adaptation to aging; death and dying; community social services; how aging affects personal needs and resources; and government responses to the needs of aging.
Credits: 4.0
Statistics
Explores practical skills in statistics. Topics include distributions, relationships, randomness, inference, and proportions, This course teaches an interdisciplinary approach that provides the regression, and variance. Emphasis is placed on understanding the use of statistical methods and the demands of statistical practice. (Prerequisite: MAT220)
Credits: 4.0
Total Courses: 50Total Credits: 184
Admissions Information
Applicants for admission to the College must have graduated from an accredited high school, private secondary school, or have completed the equivalent (GED). All students who graduate after January 2006 must provide a high school transcript to check eligibility for the new Academic Competitiveness Grant (ACG).
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