COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
COMP 672 Human Factors (4 cr. hrs.)
Prerequisite(s): Communication Strategies for the Technical Professional (COMP 660).
This course provides a broad overview of human-computer interaction (HCI) as a sub-area of computer science and explores user-centered design approaches in information systems. Topics include user interface and software design strategies, user experience levels, interaction styles, usability engineering and assessment models.
COMP 674 Parallel and High Performance Computing (4 cr. hrs.)
Prerequisite(s): Admission into the graduate program or permission of the Program Chair.
This course focuses on the design, analysis and performance evaluation of parallel algorithms on different computer architectures. The course will cover a variety of parallel programming models and portable software libraries. It will familiarize students with shared-memory and data parallel models. Special emphasis will be given to distributed memory parallel programming in particular to message passing over a collection of networked workstations. Models and techniques for programming vector-type supercomputers will also be covered.
COMP 676 Computer Security (4 cr. hrs.)
Prerequisite(s): Operating/Distributed Systems (COMP 655).
This course covers the fundamentals of security in the networked environment. Included are coverage of risks and vulnerabilities, threat modeling and policy formation, controls and protection methods, encryption and authentication technologies, personnel and physical security issues, as well as ethical and legal issues.
COMP 680 Special Topics in Graduate Computer Science (4 cr. hrs.)
Prerequisite(s): Determined on a course-by-course basis and published in the trimester Course Schedule.
A variable content course in an advanced topic in the field of computer science in which students may pursue current topics or subjects not found in the regular curriculum. A complete description will be published in the Course Schedule for the trimester the course is offered. This course counts as an elective in the graduate program.
COMP 691 Capstone Project (4 cr. hrs.)
Prerequisite(s): Permission of Program Chair.
This course challenges the student to complete a major project that integrates ideas from the other graduate courses. Projects may take many forms and may either include or exclude programming effort. The student will submit a prospectus to the Program Chair crystallizing the topic before entering the course. The final outcome is an introduction to the topic and a final statement of the student’s plan and objectives.
Prerequisite(s): None.
An introduction to economic theory involving the examination of how decision making by firms and individuals is shaped by economic forces. Emphasis is placed on demand, supply, market equilibrium analysis, and basic market structure models. The invisible hand as the driving force for economic decisions as well as market externalities are discussed. The class concentrates on providing a balanced approach to studying economic agents’ behavior and the global implications and outcomes.
ECON 220 Introduction to Macroeconomics (4 cr. hrs.)
Prerequisite(s): None.
An introduction to economic theory involving the basic underlying causes and principles of the operation of an economic system. Emphasis is placed on studying the economy as a whole. Issues of inflation, unemployment, taxation, business cycles and growth are discussed in the context of the global economic system.
ECON 321 Intermediate Microeconomics (4 cr. hrs.)
Prerequisite(s): Introduction to Microeconomics (ECON 210), Introduction to Macroeconomics (ECON 220), and Algebra competency or Fundamental Algebra (MATH 150).
This course provides a further examination of profit maximizing strategies by firms and individuals. Evaluation of consumer behavior, firms’ production decisions, and market power are at the core of the analysis. Special attention is given to the asymmetric information considerations, game theory, and externalities.
ECON 322 Intermediate Macroeconomics (4 cr. hrs.)
Prerequisite(s): Introduction to Microeconomics (ECON 210), Introduction to Macroeconomics (ECON 220), and Algebra competency or Fundamental Algebra (MATH 150).
This course examines the differences between the economy in the short run and in the long run. A number of macroeconomic models are considered, and the results are used to conduct macroeconomic policy discussion on stabilization policies and government debt.
COMP 699 Independent Studies in Graduate Computer Science (1-4 cr. hrs.)
Prerequisite(s): Permission of Program Chair.
Independent studies courses allow students in good academic standing to pursue learning in areas not covered by the regular curriculum or to extend study in areas presently taught. Study is under faculty supervision and graded on Pass/No Credit basis. For international students, curricular practiced training may be used as an independent study with approval of program chair. (See “Independent Studies” for more details.)
ECONOMICS
ECON 210 Introduction to Microeconomics (4 cr. hrs.)
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