CSCI 1400 Computer Maintenance and Repair
Prerequisites: CSCI 1100 Introduces students to the concepts and skills necessary to install, upgrade, maintain, and troubleshoot computers. Includes the installation and replacement of devices interfacing with the motherboard, installation and upgrade of at least two operating systems, and the analysis of computer performance.
CSCI 4800/4700 Senior Capstone
Prerequisites: Senior status in Computer Science within two semesters of graduation. This course is designed for the last semester of study. It is a capstone course that will enable the student to tie many of his/her learning experiences together. The senior project class is required of all CS and IT majors in the Department of Computing. It is a combination of classroom discussions, class assignments and hands-on, service learning work. Each student is assigned to a public school, non-profit organization, or campus unit where they can use their computer skills to provide a service. The requirement is to spend 75 hours on service learning for the semester (approximately five hours per week). The class meeting time is used to discuss current technology issues, vocational challenges and topics on professional conduct in the workplace. The students work with the Career and Internship Office to prepare a professional resume. Weekly journals along with other oral and written assignment will also be required. Senior Project is a finishing class designed to give students the tools they need to find a job and then prosper in a real world setting.