Apr 25, 2024  
Undergraduate Record 2019-2020 
    
Undergraduate Record 2019-2020 [ARCHIVED RECORD]

Course Descriptions


 

Computer Science

  
  • CS 2993 - Independent Study


    In-depth study of a computer science or computer engineering problem by an individual student in close consultation with departmental faculty. This version of Independent Study is appropriate for students who have not completed CS 2150.



    Credits: 1.00 to 3.00
  
  • CS 3102 - Theory of Computation


    Introduces computation theory including grammars, finite state machines, pushdown automata, and Turing machines. Prerequisites: CS 2102 and CS 2110 both with grades of C- or higher



    Credits: 3
  
  • CS 3205 - HCI in Software Development


    Human-computer interaction and user-centered design in the context of software engineering. Examines the fundamental principles of human-computer interaction. Includes evaluating a system’s usability based on well-defined criteria; user and task analysis, as well as conceptual models and metaphors; the use of prototyping for evaluating design alternatives; and physical design of software user-interfaces, including windows, menus, and commands. Prerequisite: CS 2110 with a grade of C- or higher



    Credits: 3
  
  • CS 3240 - Advanced Software Development Techniques


    Analyzes modern software engineering practice for multi-person projects; methods for requirements specification, design, implementation, verification, and maintenance of large software systems; advanced software development techniques and large project management approaches; project planning, scheduling, resource management, accounting, configuration control, and documentation. Prerequisite: CS 2150 with a grade of C- or higher.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CS 3250 - Software Testing


    An introduction to testing for assuring software quality. Covers concepts and techniques for testing software, including testing at the unit, module, subsystem, and system levels; automatic and manual techniques for generating and validating test data; the testing process; static vs. dynamic analysis; functional testing; inspections; testing in specific application domains; and reliability assessment. Prerequisite: CS 2150



    Credits: 3
  
  • CS 3330 - Computer Architecture


    Includes the organization and architecture of computer systems hardware; instruction set architectures; addressing modes; register transfer notation; processor design and computer arithmetic; memory systems; hardware implementations of virtual memory, and input/output control and devices. Prerequisite: CS 2150 with a grade of C- or higher. CS 2330 recommended. Students may not receive credit for both CS 3330 and ECE 3430. CPE majors cannot use this course to fulfill their program of study.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CS 3501 - Special Topics in Computer Science


    Content varies, depending on instructor interests and the needs of the Department. Taught strictly at the undergraduate level. Prerequisite: Instructor permission; additional specific requirements vary with topics.



    Credits: 1.00 to 3.00
  
  • CS 3710 - Introduction to Cybersecurity


    Introduces students to the fields of cybersecurity. Both non-technical issues, such as ethics and policy, and technical issues are covered. Students see and experiment with a wide range of areas within cybersecurity, including: binary exploitation, encryption, digital forensics, networks, and modern threats. Prerequisites: CS 2110 or equivalent; have taken or concurrently enrolled in CS 2150



    Credits: 3
  
  • CS 4102 - Algorithms


    Introduces the analysis of algorithms and the effects of data structures on them. Algorithms selected from areas such as sorting, searching, shortest paths, greedy algorithms, backtracking, divide-and-conquer, and dynamic programming. Data structures include heaps and search, splay, and spanning trees. Analysis techniques include asymtotic worst case, expected time, amortized analysis, and reductions between problems. Prerequisite: CS 2102 and 2150 with grades of C- or higher, and APMA 1090 or MATH 1210 or MATH 1310.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CS 4240 - Principles of Software Design


    Focuses on techniques for software design in the development of large and complex software systems. Topics will include software architecture, modeling (including UML), object-oriented design patterns, and processes for carrying out analysis and design. More advanced or recent developments may be included at the instructor’s discretion. The course will balance an emphasis on design principles with an understanding of how to apply techniques and methods to create successful software systems. Prerequisite: CS 2150 with grade of C- or higher.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CS 4260 - Internet Scale Applications


    A survey of methods for building large-scale internet websites and mobile apps, with a focus on how theory meets practice. Topics covered include performance engineering, scaling, security, and large team software engineering. Results in students building a working scalable online application. Prerequisites: CS 3240



    Credits: 3
  
  • CS 4330 - Advanced Computer Architecture


    Provides an overview of modern microprocessor design. The topics covered in the course will include the design of super-scalar processors and their memory systems, and the fundamentals of multi-core processor design. Prerequisite: CS 2150 and CS 3330 with grades of C- or higher



    Credits: 3
  
  • CS 4414 - Operating Systems


    Analyzes process communication and synchronization; resource management; virtual memory management algorithms; file systems; and networking and distributed systems. Prerequisite: CS 2150 with grade of C- or higher, and CS 3330 or ECE 3430 with a grade of C- or higher.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CS 4434 - Dependable Computing Systems


    Focuses on techniques for designing and analyzing dependable computer-based systems. Topics include basic dependability concepts and attributes, fault models and effects, combinatorial and state-space modeling, hardware redundancy, error detecting and correcting codes, time redundancy, software fault tolerance, checkpointing and recovery, reliable networked systems, error detection techniques, and experimental dependability evaluation techniques. Prerequisites: APMA 3100 or APMA 3110; CS 3330 or ECE 4435 (co-requisite); ECE 3430 (preferred). A working knowledge of programming is required for homework and mini projects.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CS 4444 - Introduction to Parallel Computing


    Introduces the student to the basics of high-performance parallel computing and the national cyber-infrastructure. The course is targeted for both computer science students and students from other disciplines who want to learn how to significantly increase the performance of applications. Prerequisites: CS 2150 with grade of B or higher, CS3330 or ECE 3430 with a grade of B or higher, or consent of instructor.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CS 4457 - Computer Networks


    A first course in communication networks for upper-level undergraduate students. Topics include the design of modern communication networks; point-to-point and broadcast network solutions; advanced issues such as Gigabit networks; ATM networks; and real-time communications. Cross-listed as ECE 4457. Prerequisite: CS 3330 or ECE 3430



    Credits: 3
  
  • CS 4458 - Internet Engineering


    An advanced course on computer networks on the technologies and protocols of the Internet. Topics include the design principles of the Internet protocols, including TCP/IP, the Domain Name System, routing protocols, and network management protocols. A set of laboratory exercises covers aspects of traffic engineering in a wide-area network. Prerequisite: CS 4457 with a grade of C- or better.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CS 4501 - Special Topics in Computer Science


    Content varies annually, depending on instructor interests and the needs of the department. Similar to CS 5501 and CS 7501, but taught strictly at the undergraduate level. Prerequisite: Instructor permission; additional specific requirements vary with topics.



    Credits: 1.00 to 3.00
  
  • CS 4610 - Programming Languages


    Presents the fundamental concepts of programming language design and implementation. Emphasizes language paradigms and implementation issues. Develops working programs in languages representing different language paradigms. Many programs oriented toward language implementation issues. Prerequisite: CS 2150 with grade of C- or higher.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CS 4620 - Compilers


    Provides an introduction to the field of compilers, which translate programs written in high-level languages to a form that can be executed. The course covers the theories and mechanisms of compilation tools. Students will learn the core ideas behind compilation and how to use software tools such as lex/flex, yacc/bison to build a compiler for a non-trivial programming language. Prerequisite: CS2150 with grade of C- or higher. CS3330 recommended.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CS 4630 - Defense Against the Dark Arts


    Viruses, worms, and other malicious software are an ever-increasing threat to computer systems. There is an escalating battle between computer security specialists and the designers of malicious software. This course provides an essential understanding of the techniques used by both sides of the computer security battle. Prerequisite CS 3710 or CS 3501 topic “Introduction to Cybersecurity”



    Credits: 3
  
  • CS 4640 - Programming Languages for Web Applications


    Presents programming languages and implementations used in developing web applications. Both client and server side languages are presented as well as database languages. In addition, frameworks that enable interactive web pages are discussed as well as formatting languages. Language features and efficiencies including scoping, parameter passing, object orientation, just in time compilation and dynamic binary translation are included. Prerequisite: CS 2150 with a grade of C- or higher.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CS 4710 - Artificial Intelligence


    Introduces artificial intelligence. Covers fundamental concepts and techniques and surveys selected application areas. Core material includes state space search, logic, and resolution theorem proving. Application areas may include expert systems, natural language understanding, planning, machine learning, or machine perception. Provides exposure to AI implementation methods, emphasizing programming in Common LISP. Prerequisite: CS 2150 with grade of C- or higher.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CS 4720 - Mobile Application Development


    Mobile computing devices have become ubiquitous in our communities. In this course, we focus on the creation of mobile solutions for various modern platforms, including major mobile operating systems. Topics include mobile device architecture, programming languages, software engineering, user interface design, and app distribution. Prerequisite: CS 2150 with a grade of C- or higher.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CS 4730 - Computer Game Design


    This course will introduce students to the concepts and tools used in the development of modern 2-D and 3-D real-time interactive computer video games. Topics covered in this include graphics, parallel processing, human-computer interaction, networking, artificial intelligence, and software engineering. Prerequisite: CS 2150 with a grade of C- or higher.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CS 4740 - Cloud Computing


    Investigates the architectural foundations of the various cloud platforms, as well as examining both current cloud computing platforms and modern cloud research. Student assignments utilize the major cloud platforms. Prerequisite: CS 2150 with grade of C- or higher.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CS 4750 - Database Systems


    Introduces the fundamental concepts for design and development of database systems. Emphasizes relational data model and conceptual schema design using ER model, practical issues in commercial database systems, database design using functional dependencies, and other data models. Develops a working relational database for a realistic application. Prerequisite: CS 2150 with grades of C- or higher.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CS 4753 - Electronic Commerce Technologies


    History of Internet and electronic commerce on the web; case studies of success and failure; cryptographic techniques for privacy, security, and authentication; digital money; transaction processing; wired and wireless access technologies; Java; streaming multimedia; XML; Bluetooth. Defining, protecting, growing, and raising capital for an e-business. Prerequisite: CS 2150 with grade of C- or higher.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CS 4760 - Network Security


    This course covers the principles of secure network communications and the application of network security. Topics include: attack types, attack surfaces, attack phases, network security devices.(a)symmetric key encryption, cryptographic hash function, authentication/identification techniques, key distribution, and data integrity assurance. Also, currently used security mechanisms and protocols will be discussed. Prerequisite: CS 3710 or CS 3501 “Introduction to Cybersecurity”



    Credits: 3
  
  • CS 4774 - Machine Learning


    An introduction to machine learning: the study of algorithms that improve their performance through experience. Covers both machine learning theory and algorithms. Introduces algorithms, theory, and applications related to both supervised and unsupervised learning, including regression, classification, and optimization and major algorithm families for each. Prerequisites: CS 2150; and either Math 3350 or APMA 3080; and one of APMA 3100, APMA 3110, MATH 3100, or equivalent.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CS 4780 - Information Retrieval


    An introduction to modern information retrieval technologies. Topics include indexing, query processing, document ranking, query recommendation, personalization, and other current topics in information retrieval. Students develop a custom search engine as part of this course. Prerequisites: CS2150 and one of APMA 3100, APMA 3110, MATH 3100, or equivalent.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CS 4810 - Introduction to Computer Graphics


    Introduces the fundamentals of three-dimensional computer graphics: rendering, modeling, and animation. Students learn how to represent three-dimensional objects (modeling) and the movement of those objects over time (animation). Students learn and implement the standard rendering pipeline, defined as the stages of turning a three-dimensional model into a shaded, lit, texture-mapped two-dimensional image. Prerequisite: CS 2150 with a C- or better.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CS 4970 - Capstone Practicum I


    This course is one option in the CS fourth-year thesis track. Under the practicum track, students will take two 3-credit courses, CS 4970 and CS 4971. These courses would form a year-long group-based and project-based practicum class. There would be an actual customer, which could be either internal (the course instructor, other CS professors, etc.) or external (local companies, local non-profits, etc.). Prerequisite: CS 2150 with a grade of C- or higher



    Credits: 3
  
  • CS 4971 - Capstone Practicum II


    This course is one option in the CS fourth-year thesis track and is the continuation from CS 4970. Under the practicum track, students will take two 3-credit courses, CS 4970 and CS 4971. These courses would form a year-long group-based and project-based practicum class. There would be an actual customer, which could be either internal (the course instructor, other CS professors, etc.) or external (local companies, local non-profits, etc.). Prerequisite: CS 4970



    Credits: 3
  
  • CS 4980 - Capstone Research


    This course is one option in the CS fourth-year thesis track. Students will seek out a faculty member as an advisor, and do an independent project with said advisor. Instructors can give the 3 credits across multiple semesters, if desired. This course is designed for students who are doing research, and want to use that research for their senior thesis. Note that this track could also be an implementation project, including a group-based project. Prerequisite: CS 2150 with a grade of C- or higher



    Credits: 1.00 to 3.00
  
  • CS 4993 - Independent Study


    In-depth study of a computer science or computer engineering problem by an individual student in close consultation with departmental faculty. The study is often either a thorough analysis of an abstract computer science problem or the design, implementation, and analysis of a computer system (software or hardware). Prerequisite: Instructor permission.



    Credits: 1.00 to 3.00
  
  • CS 4998 - Distinguished BA Majors Research


    Required for Distinguished Majors completing the Bachelor of Arts degree in the College of Arts and Sciences. An introduction to computer science research and the writing of a Distinguished Majors thesis. Prerequisites: CS 2150 with a grade of C- or higher and CS BA major status.



    Credits: 3

Creole

  
  • CREO 1010 - Elementary Creole I


    Development of basic oral expression, listening and reading comprehension, and writing. Prerequisite: No previous formal instruction of French or Creole is required.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CREO 1020 - Elementary Creole II


    Development of basic oral expression, listening and reading comprehension, and writing. Prerequisite: CREO 1010.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CREO 2010 - Intermediate Creole I


    Develops the skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing in Creole. Prerequisite: Two previous semesters of Elementary Creole (I and II).



    Credits: 3
  
  • CREO 2020 - Intermediate Creole II


    Develops the skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing in Creole. Prerequisite: Three previous semesters of Creole required (1010, 1020, 2010)



    Credits: 3

Criminal Justice

  
  • CJ 2100 - Basics in Criminal Justice Research


    Instructs students how to use electronic and print academic resources from the Web homepage of the FBI Library, the Internet, and onsite facilities. It covers improving searching abilities and information-gathering skills needed by the law enforcement community. Offered only as an elective. 



    Credits: 1
  
  • CJ 3120 - Drugs, Society and Contemporary Drug Enforcement Strategies


    Provides law enforcement supervisors an interdisciplinary analysis of contemporary drug issues and problems. Examines physiological, social, legal, and historical aspects of drug use and abuse. Analyzes the external influences that impact the decision making process, synthesizing these concepts into a comprehensive strategy for effective drug unit management.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CJ 3130 - Counterterrorism Strategies: Understanding and Responding to the Threat


    Course is for seasoned law enforcement executives seeking to understand and identify their roles in the nation’s counterterrorism effort in order to implement valuable counterterrorism initiatives in their respective agencies and communities. While this course deals with the counterterrorism mission as it relates to U.S. geographical, social, and legal issues, international executives can still benefit from participating in the course because the conceptual and strategic nature of the course content can be applied in other environments.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CJ 3140 - Intelligence Led Policing


    This course introduces the concepts and applications of the intelligence process of law enforcement problems, with an emphasis on requirements for the local agencies. Students will gain a solid understanding of what intelligence is and how to apply analytic methods and techniques practiced at the national level to local enforcement problems. The course also introduces best practices for implementing an intelligence structure within a bureaucracy and effectively communicating intelligence insights.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CJ 3200 - Basic Psychology of Leadership


    Enables students to gain a better insight into their own style of leadership and the impact of their behavior on others. Analyzes the basic concepts of leadership, personality, visionary leadership, ethics, motivation, team dynamics, interpersonal communication, and conflict resolution. Evaluates how a defining life experience has impacted the development of your leadership style, tendencies, and abilities.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CJ 3210 - Contemporary Issues in Law Enforcement


    Provides educational opportunities and experiences focused on global challenges and concerns facing law enforcement leaders today and into the future. Exposes students to organizational and professional growth opportunities through case studies that will enhance their knowledge and education for positions of greater responsibility to build strong partnerships across the global law enforcement community.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CJ 3260 - Communicating in a Changing Security Environment: Law Enforcement and Global Issues


    Focuses on post-911 police-media relations. Touches on the relationship between international security issues and utilizing the media for effective community policing. Concentrates on the development of competent media skills in a local Homeland Security context.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CJ 3270 - Psychology of Communication


    Explores the interpersonal communication environment and its impact on communication, including communication basics, active listening, personality styles, perception, digital technology’s influence, nonverbal communication, interpersonal conflict management, & persuasion, with special emphasis on the law enf environment. Acquaints the leader with how communication exchange influences interpersonal relationships both internally and externally.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CJ 3280 - The Design & Application of Organizational Ethics: Communication Imperative


    Provides law enforcement leaders with the materials, theories, educational foundation, and confidence necessary to implement a solid, comprehensive law enforcement ethics training program. Incorporates teaching as a part of the practical application of the course.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CJ 3290 - Emotional Intelligence: Leadership & Context


    Provides law enforcement leaders with a basic understanding of what emotional intelligence is; how it applies to them on an individual basis; how to develop effective strategies for improvement of emotional intelligence competencies; and how to take what they have learned and apply it in their professional and personal lives. Topics include: interpersonal, interpersonal, stress management, adaptability and effective performance.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CJ 3320 - Leadership for Law Enforcement


    Identifies and defines principles of leadership concepts and theories, and how they apply to law enforcement. Examines and evaluates theories and practices used in industry and business. Uses practical problems and exercises to illustrate avenues to achieve objectives.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CJ 3350 - Leadership, Ethics, Decision-Making


    Explores the areas of leadership, ethics, and decision-making in the context of law enforcement using class discussion and participation, small-group dynamics, and some case studies. Includes organizational culture and history, future trends, and the impact these topics have on decision making and police management.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CJ 3360 - Legal Issues for Command-Level Officers


    Discusses legal considerations that impact administrative and investigative decisions of command and mid-level police administrators. Reviews recent developments in federal Constitutional criminal procedure. Explores the impact of Constitutionally-based employment rights on departmental operations and the impact of Title VII and the Americans with Disabilities Act on police administrators.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CJ 3370 - Employment Law Issues for Law Enforcement Executives


    Focuses on the basics of employment law for police executives. Contents of the course include constitutional employment rights; free speech, social media, and religion issues; due process; 4th and 5th Amendment issues in internal investigations; employment discrimination law to include Title VII and fitness for duty, PDA, ADA, and FMLA; wage and hour statues; and civil liability of departments and employees.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CJ 3400 - Fitness in Law Enforcement


    This course is designed to help law enforcement officers adopt and maintain behaviors associated with a healthy lifestyle. Major emphasis is place on the relationship between physical activity, exercise and wellness. Additional topics covered include balanced nutrition, stress management. and prevention of chronic conditions such as cardiovascular disease and low-back pain.



    Credits: 2
  
  • CJ 3490 - Legal Issues Impacting Law Enforcement Operations


    Addresses legal issues arising under federal law that are commonly confronted by command level police supervisors during policy implementation and operational decision-making. Emphasizes recent decisions by the U.S. Supreme Court impacting the rights of criminal defendants under the Fourth, Fifth and Sixth Amendments. Employs a ‘case-progression’ method of instruction.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CJ 3610 - Behavioral Science for Law Enforcement Leadership


    Provides an overview of behavioral science in law enforcement. Exposes law enforcement managers and executives to methodologies and operational strategies that incorporate applied psychology, criminology and sociology with the management of police operations. Explores how they may use these applications within their respective agencies.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CJ 3650 - Basic Intelligence Theory and Application for Law Enforcement Managers


    Covers the basic definitions for State, Local, & Tribal (SLT) Intelligence development & capacity building as defined in the National Criminal intelligence Sharing Plan (NCISP). Reviews the development of law enforcement intelligence, its history & philosophy, the intelligence cycle, types of law enforcement analysis, best practices in the development & mgment of law enforcement intelligence units, & current innovations in law enf intelligence.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CJ 3660 - Leadership: Spirituality, Wellness and Vitality


    Introduces law enforcement executives to contemporary issues in maintaining law enforcement wellness. Aims to enhance their long-term career performance by nurturing spirituality.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CJ 3670 - Effective Writing


    Explores writing as a process comprising at least five steps. Students learn methods for getting started and sound guidelines for developing a clear, organized writing style. Course is designed to help the student become a more confident and effective writer.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CJ 3680 - The Cyber Threat Landscape for Law Enforcement


    Identify the components of the global cyber threat landscape, a strategic threat to the United States impacting all of its citizens; consider the current cyber security threats and cyber trends, and assess the cyber security challenges for law enforcement leaders. Students will also appraise the value of developing public and private partnerships and networks in order to mitigate such threats.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CJ 3690 - Public Speaking


    An introduction to effective communication techniques with emphasis on oral communication. Frequent researched and rehearsed oral presentations in a variety of settings, from formal to informal, help prepare the law enforcement official to become a more articulate, confident, and fluent public communicator.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CJ 3710 - Conflict Resolution for Law Enforcement


    Designed to allow law enforcement executives the opportunity to learn more about the theories of conflict and how to identify and apply appropriate conflict resolution techniques. Students will learn to identify their personal conflict resolution style, effectively utilize different conflict resolution techniques, and implement an effective departmental conflict resolution program.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CJ 3720 - Contemporary Issues in Police and Media Relations


    Designed for police executives interested in exploring the relationship between law enforcement and today’s mass media and/or those interested in improving their media interview skills. Focus is on police/media relations issues with specific emphasis on a practical ‘hands on’ approach to dealing with the news media. Presents a systematic approach to the process of preparing a news media interview.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CJ 3730 - Interviewing and Interrogation


    Examines the fundamentals of interviewing for both the investigator and the trainer and deals with the physiological and cognitive aspects of interviewing and interrogation. Topics include interviewing techniques, detection of deception, including statement analysis, and interrogation. Emphasizes practical application.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CJ 3750 - Evidentiary Photography


    Provides photographic concepts and techniques for crime scene and latent fingerprint photography. Students learn about the essential processing equipment, techniques, and legal aspects of laboratory photography. Includes practical application of classroom instruction.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CJ 3810 - Ethics in Law Enforcement


    This course focuses on the current, ubiquitous ethical dilemmas faced by law enforcement leaders, and uses known best practices, student experiences and case studies to form the basis of a continuous quest to raise the bar for the most professional and highest ethical standard for the modern police agency. Dilemmas uniquely inherent to law enforcement are explored. Truth vs. justice, due process vs. crime control, and honesty vs. loyalty are examined. Topical presentations include vehicle pursuits, use of force, racial vs. criminal profiling, and police corruption. Also reviewed are the ethical policies and legal decisions that affect public privacy vs. intrusion, regulating police off-duty activities, and weighing public right/need to know vs. legitimate LEO investigative needs.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CJ 3850 - Latent Fingerprint Photography


    This course explores traditional silver halide photography (analog photography) and parallels it with digital imaging technology (photography). The course introduces the student to the capture technology for latent impressions from physical evidence found at crime scenes and in crime laboratories.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CJ 3870 - Community Policing Issues


    Community Policing Issues



    Credits: 3
  
  • CJ 3890 - Essentials for Law Enforcement Leaders


    Provides the foundation for understanding leadership in today’s complex law enforcement environment. Including exposure to concepts related to current leadership models, understanding of self and others, leadership within a law enforcement organization, and building key relationships within a community. Students develop a leadership action plan demonstrating an understanding of fundamental leadership concepts and personal leadership styles.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CJ 3910 - Informed Leadership Combat Terror


    Provides a foundation for police executives to exercise visionary leadership and subject matter competency to assess counterterrorism issues within their respective jurisdictions. Includes class discussion, case studies, individual student presentations and group research projects.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CJ 3930 - Leading At-Risk Employees


    Educates current and upcoming police executives on the latest information regarding alcohol/drug abuse, PTSD, stress/anxiety, depression, suicide, and domestic violence within the law enforcement community. Enables police executives to create and improve current policies and programs that encourage officers in crisis to seek help so that they may remain productive and contributing members of their police department or agency.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CJ 4040 - Introduction to Counterterrorism


    An overview of terrorism and law enforcement’s counterterrorism efforts in the United States. This course will be taught, in part, by subject matter experts from the Institute for Intergovernmental Research (IIR) and State and Local Anti-Terrorism Training (SLATT) staff. Students will learn the role of law enforcement agencies and officers in detecting and preventing terrorist acts. This course includes studies of recent FBI terrorism investigations and how the FBI interacts with state and local police with respect to JTTFs, the Terrorism Screening Center, and other information sharing mechanisms.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CJ 4060 - Leadership in Counterterrorism


    Educates law enforcement leaders concerning strategic leadership practices in law enforcement counterterrorism efforts. Emphasizes the prevention of terrorism attacks and the role of law enforcement leaders in that mission.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CJ 4160 - Crime Analysis, Futuristics, and Law Enforcement: The 21st Century


    Seminar conducted at both the undergraduate and graduate level in which law enforcement managers are introduced to the study of crime analysis and futures research and the utility that each has for law enforcement managers. Students will learn to utilize databases and mapping techniques to analyze criminal activity and will be shown how to forecast, manage, and create the future.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CJ 4200 - Youth Violence: Victims and Perpetrators


    Provides law enforcement with current practices, procedures and protocols for responding to crimes against children. Provides an overview of youth violence focusing on victims and perpetrators. Focuses on law enforcement methods and strategies for dealing with the unique challenges of working with violent youth. Includes discussions on active shooters, radicalization, and juvenile sex offenders.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CJ 4210 - Behavioral Science in Cyberspace


    Provides an overview on how behavioral science and behavioral analysis can be applied to cyberspace, specifically, deviant behavior in cyberspace. Uses current research conducted both within and outside of the FBI to cover offenders ranging from the network intruder to cyber-stalkers and cyber-bullies.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CJ 4420 - Juvenile Crime and Behavior


    Provides Police Administrators with a basic understanding of the applicability of behavior science to the investigation of juvenile violence and behavior. Includes an overview of causation/adolescent development, contributing factors, school violence and threat assessment, various juvenile offenders, and solvability factors.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CJ 4454 - Management Planning and Budget


    Management Planning and Budget



    Credits: 5
  
  • CJ 4490 - Critical Incident Leadership: Crisis Negotiation


    Provides essential concepts and insight into the principles and strategies of Crisis Negotiation for Senior Law Enforcement Executives responsible for managing a Crisis Negotiation Team (CNT) during hostage, barricade or kidnapping incidents, including an exploration of the strategic interaction and interdependence of the negotiation, tactical, and investigative elements.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CJ 4610 - Crime Analysis: Theory and Application


    Covers techniques and methods commonly employed in the analysis of criminal activity and criminal offenders. Uses a variety of techniques and principles to analyze complex crime problems. Exposes students to methodologies used to develop analytical sources of info, adapt data collection strategies to fit available source data and devise methods to resolve collection, collation, query and assessment issues relating to multifaceted crime info.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CJ 4670 - Law Enforcement Approaches to Counterterrorism


    Increases appreciation of the complex nature of terrorism and counterterrorism. Provides students a solid understanding of the implications of terrorism, while developing their own thoughts about this subject as leaders in law enforcement. Consists of four blocks: 1. The Foundations of Terrorism; 2. The Mechanisms of Contemporary Terrorism; 3. International and Domestic Terrorists Groups and Organizations; and 4. Countering Terrorism.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CJ 4700 - Gangs, Developmental Issues, and Criminal Behavior


    Provides police administrator with a basic understanding of the applicability of behavioral science to the investigation of juvenile violence and gang behavior. This course will examine gang dynamics, causation, various types of gangs and juvenile offenders, violence in schools, crime patterns and trends, and solvability factors. Other areas to be discussed include risk predictors, and contributing factors.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CJ 4730 - Overview of Forensic Science for Police Administrators and Managers


    Addresses forensic science issues, such as managing a crime scene, the role and value of different types of physical evidence, and current trends and issues. Provides a basic overview of forensic science.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CJ 4750 - Stress Management in Law Enforcement


    This course introduces a holistic approach to stress management and wellness involving aspects of the mind, body, and spirit. Intended to make law enforcement officers more cognizant of the stressors encountered on the job and in their personal lives, this course addresses stress management for the law enforcement executive from a two pronged approach: identification of one’s own individual strengths and weaknesses and the ability to recognize stressors and subsequent detrimental behaviors of subordinates.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CJ 4770 - Administrative Advanced Latent Fingerprints


    An advanced course providing concentrated studies in all phases of latent print work, including related administrative matters and how to effectively identify, develop, process, and preserve latent print evidence both at the crime scenes and in the laboratory. Emphasis is placed on identifying latent prints with inked prints and the presentation of expert fingerprint testimony.



    Credits: 5
  
  • CJ 4790 - Laboratory Resources for Planning and Managing Major Special Events


    Focuses on scientifically efficient & effective planning strategies and their impact on maintaining a safe environment including digital technology capabilities, venue protection from hazardous materials, infrastructure/utilities vulnerabilities & cyber security. Emphasis is on roles of law enforcement oversight of personnel & equipment during response & protective actions. Introduces site survey concepts & crime scene management methodology.



    Credits: 3
  
  • CJ 4820 - Leadership in Investigative Strategies for Violent Crime


    Reviews literature and applies findings to information from investigative case files to determine strategies utilized and possible new or additional measures that can be incorporated into the investigation. Identifies methods for both investigative and managerial application in cases of violent crime.



    Credits: 3

Cyber Security Analysis

  
  • SEC 3010 - Securing the Cyber World


    Provides a global perspective on cyber security and the impact of cyber threats. Addresses a variety of topics that are all part of the cyber ecosystem, to include current threat trends, defense in-depth techniques, attack case studies, risk management, disaster recovery, security policy, and awareness training. Examines current best practices, compliance requirements, and evolving security architectures.



    Credits: 3
  
  • SEC 3020 - Cyber Security Policy, Law, and Ethics


    Provides overview of cyber security (CS) policies, laws, regulations, and ethical considerations that can be used to help protect and improve an organization’s security posture. Explores related topics including ethics, CS policy requirements and controls, compliance, and implementation issues. Examines modern CS regulations and frameworks, and the various policies and procedures that may be used in an organization’s security strategy.



    Credits: 3
  
  • SEC 3030 - Human Factors in Cyber Security


    Explores human aspects of cyber security – including security training and awareness, cyber ethics, hacktivism, hacker culture – with emphasis on human motivations and responses. Examines common human-centered attacks, such as phishing, social engineering, and other psychological manipulation.



    Credits: 3
  
  • SEC 3040 - Writing and Communication in a Technical Field


    Develops strong writing competencies for technical fields, including communication of complex information to a variety of audiences through various print and online media. Teaches students to write, organize, edit, and design information with clarity and accuracy. Covers organizing, managing, communicating, and facilitating technical information. Topics include conciseness, simplicity, information arrangement, presentation, and readability.



    Credits: 3
  
  • SEC 4010 - Digital Forensics and Cybercrime


    Examines cybercrimes and the digital forensics processes and techniques needed to discover, prosecute, and mitigate cybercrime. Explores the threats of cybercrime and mitigating countermeasures. Topics include discovering, preserving, and presenting digital evidence for legal prosecution; digital forensics tools and techniques; and anti-forensics techniques.



    Credits: 3
  
  • SEC 4020 - Mobile Security and Forensics


    Explores mobile device architecture and cyber threats. Examines the security strengths and weaknesses of mobile devices and platforms, as well as corporate mobile security policies and procedures. Topics include mobile device operating system software architecture, mobile application architecture, mobile device and application vulnerability assessment testing, and mobile device forensic analysis.



    Credits: 3
  
  • SEC 4030 - Ethical Hacking


    Explores the tools and techniques used to assess the security posture of a target system. Topics include footprinting, reconnaissance, vulnerability discovery, and malware. Covers vulnerability discovery in a variety of systems, including web applications, mobile platforms, and cloud computing. Aligns with the EC-Council ANSI accredited Certified Ethical Hacker exam 312-50.



    Credits: 3

Data Science

  
  • DS 4001 - Practice of Data Science


    In this age, we have massive amounts of data concerning many aspects of our lives. The data scientist’s job is to take these data and extract meaningful and accurate information from them. For example, imagine using OKCupid data to predict good matches, or tissue data to detect cancer. In this course, you will learn how to clean and visualize data and use machine learning to model the data and gain insight. Our computing language will be R.



    Credits: 3

Dance

  
  • DANC 1400 - The Art of Dance


    This course is an introduction to dance as an art form and examines the different roles of primarily Western forms of dance from the end of the 19th century to present. Students will investigate how concert dance shapes and is shaped by Western culture. Through practical dance experiences students will deepen their understanding of the creative process and their appreciation of dance as a medium for social commentary and artistic expression.



    Credits: 3
  
  • DANC 2210 - Ballet I


    In this studio course, students will learn Ballet terminology, placement and dynamic alignment through an anatomical approach to Ballet technique. Students will work at barre and center while increasing strength, flexibility and body awareness.



    Credits: 1
  
  • DANC 2220 - Modern/Contemporary I


    This studio course explores various styles of modern and contemporary dance. Students will work on dynamic alignment and movement retention as they increase their body awareness, range of motion, strength, flexibility, and expressivity. Styles explored include but are not limited to Horton, Graham, Contact Improvisation and Release Techniques.



    Credits: 1
 

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