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Cs 784: Programming Languages, Krishnaprasad Thirunarayan

Computer Science & Engineering Syllabi

This course introduces concepts related to the specification and design of high-level programming languages. It discusses different programming paradigms, algebraic specification and implementation of data types, and develops interpreters for specifying operationally the various programming language features/constructs. It also introduces attribute grammar formalism and axiomatic semantics briefly. The programming assignments will be coded in Scheme.

Cs 141: Computer Programming I, Ronald F. Taylor

Computer Science & Engineering Syllabi

This course provides a general introduction to the fundamentals of computer programming.
Examples from and applications to a broad range of problems are given. No prior knowledge of programming is
assumed. The concepts covered will be applied to the Java programming language. Students must register for both
lecture and one laboratory section. 4 credit hours. Prerequisite: MTH 127 (College Algebra) or equivalent.

Ceg 255: Introduction To The Design Of Information Technology Systems, Eric Matson

Computer Science & Engineering Syllabi

Information systems consist of modem elements such as database systems, networks, multiplatform distributed computing, web infrastructure and multimedia computing. In this course we will address these areas individually and also where they intersect to gain a basic understanding of how information technology can be used to solve real problems.

We will develop techniques to design, develop and implement distributed business software. Emphasis will be on the following areas:

• Graphical User Interfaces (GUI) using Java Swing classes
• Management of data in Relational Database Management Systems (RDBMS) with SQL
• Integration of distributed systems using object brokering systems such as CORBA

Cs 466/666: Introduction To Formal Languages, Thomas Sudkamp

Computer Science & Engineering Syllabi

CS 466/666 is an introduction to formal language and automata theory. In this course we will examine methods for defining the syntax of languages and recognizing patterns. The syntax of languages can be defined using grammars and patterns can be described by regular expressions and accepted by finite state machines. Along with presenting the fundamentals of these topics, the course will develop and investigate the relationships between language definition and pattern recognition.

Cs 205-07: Computer Literacy And Office Automation, John P. Herzog

Computer Science & Engineering Syllabi

Basic computer terminology, word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and graphics.

Ceg 210: Pc Networking I, Chris P. Fickert

Computer Science & Engineering Syllabi

The objective of the course is to provide an introduction to PC networking hardware, concepts, and technologies with a focus on hardware configuration and LAN administration using in-class, hands-on exercises with Novell NetWare.

Ceg 360/560 Ee 451/651: Digital System Design, Travis E. Doom

Computer Science & Engineering Syllabi

Design of digital systems. Topics include flip-flops, registers, counters, programmable logic devices, memory devices, register-level design, and microcomputer system organization. Students must show competency in the design of digital systems. 3 hours lecture, 2 hours lab. Prerequisite: CEG260.

Ceg 770: Computer Engineering Mathematics, Yong Pei

Computer Science & Engineering Syllabi

Computer Engineering and Science students need proficiency in relevant applied mathematics to be able to discover and model difficult real-world computer engineering and science problems. The relationship of these problems to mathematical theory will be discussed. This course provides an introduction to linear and nonlinear programming, probability and stochastic process, and queueing theory. In addition to mathematical theory, appropriate applications will be presented.

Ceg/Ee 260: Digital Computer Hardware Switching Circuits, Jack Jean

Computer Science & Engineering Syllabi

No abstract provided.

Ceg 220: Introduction To C Programming For Engineers I, Robert Helt

Computer Science & Engineering Syllabi

This course provides a general introduction to computers as a problem-solving tool using the C programming language. Emphasis is on algorithms and techniques useful to engineers. Topics include data representation, debugging, and program verification. 4 credit hours. Prerequisite: MTH 229 (Calculus I) or EGR 101 (Engineering Mathematics).

Ceg 402/602: Introduction To Computer Communication, Bin Wang

Computer Science & Engineering Syllabi

This course provides an introduction to basic concepts of communication networks, different types of networks, protocols over different layers, and network applications through lectures, labs, homework, and reading on relevant materials. You will

• Understand networking principles, protocols, and technologies.
• Understand some design and performance issues involved in providing a network service.
• Acquire background for supporting e-commerce, e-government, and education.
• Gain hands-on experience with programming techniques for network protocols.
• Obtain background for original research in computer networks.

Ceg 453/653: Design Of Computing Systems, Jack Jean

Computer Science & Engineering Syllabi

No abstract provided.

Ceg 320/520: Computer Organization And Assembly Language Programming, Travis E. Doom

Computer Science & Engineering Syllabi

Terminology and understanding of functional organizations and sequential operatio of a digital computer. Program structure, and machine and assembly language topics including addressing, stacks, argument pasing, arithmetic operations, traps, and input/output. Macros, modularization, linkers, and debuggers are used. Three hours lecture, two hours lab. Prerequisite: CS 242, CEO 260.

Ceg 476/676 Computer Graphics, Arthur A. Goshtasby

Computer Science & Engineering Syllabi

The objective of this course are to learn the fundamentals of2-D and 3-D object construction, to learn algorithms that transform 2-D and 3-D objects, and practice some of the concepts through implementation.

Ceg 220: Introduction To C Programming For Engineers I, Ronald F. Taylor

Computer Science & Engineering Syllabi

This course provides a general introduction to computers as a problem-solving tool using the C programming language. Emphasis is on algorithms and techniques useful to engineers. Topics include data representation, debugging, and program verification. Some programming assignments may involve complex arithmetic and trigonometric and exponential functions. 4 credit hours. Prerequisite: MTH 229 (Calculus I) or EGR 101 (Engineering Mathematics).

Ceg 333: Introduction To Unix, Travis E. Doom

Computer Science & Engineering Syllabi

Introduction to the use of UNIX and UNIX tools as a problem-solving environment. Emphasis on the shell, files and directories, editing files, user process management, compiling, and debugging. Prerequisite: CS 241.

Ceg 433/633: Operating Systems, Prabhaker Mateti

Computer Science & Engineering Syllabi

The management of resources in multi-user computer systems. Emphasis is on problems of file-system design, process scheduling, memory allocation, protection, and tools needed for solutions. Course projects use the CIC++ language and include the design of portions of an operating system. 4 credit hours.

Ceg 434/634: Concurrent Software Design, Natsuhiko Futamura

Computer Science & Engineering Syllabi

This course provides an introduction to concurrent program design in the UNIX environment. Classical problems of synchronization, concurrency , and their solutions are examined through the course projects and through readings on operating system design.

Ceg 790: Emerging Networks, Bin Wang

Computer Science & Engineering Syllabi

This is a graduate level course on emerging networking technologies. The course involves a reading/lecture/presentation/discussion component, paper review component, and a project component. It will provide an in-depth study on a number of focused areas: dense wavelength division multiplexing (DWDM) optical networks, optical burst switching networks, peer-to-peer networks, and wireless mobile networks (including Ad-hoc wireless networks, sensor networks). Various technical and research issues involved will be studied. These areas of emerging networking technologies will play central roles in future communication networks.

Cs 141: Computer Programming I, Eric Maston

Computer Science & Engineering Syllabi

This course provides a general introduction to the fundamentals of computer programming.
Examples from and applications to a broad range of problems are given. No prior knowledge of
programming is assumed. The concepts covered will be applied to the Java programming language. (Students must register for both lecture and one laboratory section.)

Cs 205: Computer Literacy And Office Automation, Ann Tirpack

Computer Science & Engineering Syllabi

To understand basic computer operations and the principal components of a computer and connected peripheral devices. To understand and examine current operating systems, software utilities, device drivers and application software. To define and understand current storage technology and learn about logical file storage and
management.

To become proficient in using:
-Windows
-Word Processing Applications
-Spreadsheet Applications
-Database Applications
-Presentation Graphics Applications

To understand the basics of e-mail. To introduce networking concepts including the Internet and its components and web browser basics. To learn ways to protect your data and avoid computer disasters.

Cs 205-08: Computer Literacy And Office Automation, Kim Gros

Computer Science & Engineering Syllabi

To understand basic computer operations and the principal components of a computer and connected peripheral devices. To understand and examine current operating systems, software utilities, device drivers and application software. To define and understand current storage technology and learn about logical file storage and management. To become proficient in using application software categories that are covered in the seven modules. To understand the basics of e-mail. To introduce networking concepts including the Internet and its components and web browser basics. To learn ways to protect your data and avoid computer disasters.

Cs 208: Computer Programming For Business I, Dennis Kellermeier

Computer Science & Engineering Syllabi

CS 208 is the first of a two quarter sequence in programming for business students. It is required for Management Information Science majors. The courses are designed to help students achieve a high degree of facility in intermediate level programming. This course assumes students have never written a program before.

Ceg 460/660: Introduction To Software Computer Engineering, John A. Reisner

Computer Science & Engineering Syllabi

This course introduces established practices for engineering large-scale software systems. Emphasis is placed on both the technical and managerial aspects of software engineering, and the software development process. This includes techniques for requirements elicitation, analysis, design, testing, and project management. The course emphasizes object-oriented development with the Unified Modeling Language (UML). Hands-on experience is provided through individual homework problems and a group project.

Ceg 724: Computer Vision I, Arthur A. Goshtasby

Computer Science & Engineering Syllabi

This course cover basic techniques for low-level and some mid-level vision processing. The techniques include: image filtering, intensity thresholding, edge detection, 2-D shape analysis, line and circle detection, corner detection, pattern matching.

Ceg 498: Design Experience, Thomas C. Hartrum

Computer Science & Engineering Syllabi

CEG 498 (Design Experience) is a summative computer engineering design project course that builds upon previous engineering, science, mathematics and communications course work. CEG 498 projects are a minimum of two quarters in length and must be completed in groups of at least three students. Projects are selected under the guidance of the course instructor and are tailored to both student interest and formal classroom preparation. Students are evaluated both on their individual contributions as recorded in a graded engineering journals and on the quality of their collective efforts as reflected in group generated products.

Ceg 760: Advanced Software Computer Engineering, Thomas C. Hartrum

Computer Science & Engineering Syllabi

This course covers advanced topics in software engineering. Aspects of problem specification, design, verification, and evaluation are discussed. We will focus on design methods, including software patterns and software architecture, plus some advanced topics involving formal methods of software specification or evaluation using software metrics. Students will participate in team projects to apply the methods discussed.

Cs 241: Computer Science Ii, L. Jane Lin

Computer Science & Engineering Syllabi

This course is the second in the three course sequence "Introduction to Computer Science" offered by the Computer Science department, WSU. It focuses on tools for building abstract data types (using structure and class concepts in C++) and Object-Oriented Programming. We also begin the study of data structures in this course.

Cs 340: Programming Language Workshop In C#, Krishnaprasad Thirunarayan

Computer Science & Engineering Syllabi

This course is designed as a self-study in C#. You are expected to learn the language and solve a set of programming problems assigned to you using MS Visual Studio .NET. There are no exams. We officially meet only once in the quarter. However, I will be available in the posted office hours for clarifications and discussions about the programming problems.

Cs 415: Social Implications Of Computing, Leo Finkelstein

Computer Science & Engineering Syllabi

CS 415 is a communication skills course using as its subject matter current salient issues associated with the social implications of computing. In addition to the course text, you will need to use certain reading materials in the library and elsewhere, and you will be responsible for using concepts and theories provided in class lectures and discussions. The goal of this course is to blend social implications issues with common technical communication formats you'll need to be familiar with out in the "real world." To do this, the course is built around a research project on a social implications topic …