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CHEM 6443 Inorganic Chemistry (3 hours)
An introduction to the field of inorganic chemistry at an advanced level. Prerequisites: CHEM 3021, 3023, 4021, 4023. Three lectures per week.
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CHEM 6453 Environmental Chemistry (3 hours)
Chemical issues related to aquatic and atmospheric environments. Topics include acid base, complexation, and redox equilibria; microbial processes in aquatic systems; atmospheric monitoring; and atmospheric photochemistry. Prerequisites: CHEM 3011 and 3013.
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CHEM 6493 Polymer Chemistry (3 hours)
Introductory polymer chemistry including theory of polymer, molecular weight and molecular weight measurements, step-growth and chain-growth polymerization, polymer structure and physical properties, and viscoelastic properties. Prerequisites: CHEM 3013, 3033, CHE 3063, or permission of instructor.
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CHEM 6531 Biochemistry I Laboratory (1 hour)
Introduction to the isolation, identification, and reactions of biological materials. Three hours of laboratory per week. Prerequisite or corequisite: CHEM 6533 .
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CHEM 6533 Biochemistry I (3 hours)
An introduction to the chemical aspects of biological systems with emphasis on structure and chemistry of carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids. Prerequisites: CHEM 3023 and 3021.
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CHEM 6543 Biochemistry II (3 hours)
Selected advanced topics in biochemistry with an emphasis on structure and function relationships. Three lectures per week. Prerequisite: CHEM 4133.
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CHEM 6863 Special Topics in Chemistry (3 hours)
Presentation of special topics of an advanced nature.
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CHEM 7113 Physical Organic Chemistry (3 hours)
Emphasis on current theories of reaction mechanisms as they apply to organic reactions. Prerequisite: CHEM 3021, 3023.
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CHEM 7123 Advanced Physical Chemistry (3 hours)
Theory of chemical bonding, statistical mechanics, and advanced topics in spectroscopy and kinetics. Prerequisite: CHEM 4023 and 4021.
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CHEM 7143 Biochemistry of Cell Fate (3 hours)
An advanced course discussing biochemical principles that underlie biological processes determining mammalian cell fate. Emphasis will be on understanding how different signal transduction mechanisms influence gene expression and protein activity to modulate cell cycle control and cell fate decisions. Prerequisites: CHEM 4133 or equivalent course and permission of instructor.
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CHEM 7153 Materials Chemistry (3 hours)
Relationships between chemical bonding and the physicochemical properties of materials including selected high-performance metals, ceramics, and electronic materials. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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CHEM 7193 Biochemistry of Disease (3 hours)
An advanced course that will take a mechanistic approach to understanding how disruption of basic biological processes like gene expression, protein activity, and cell fate determination contribute to development of human diseases such as cancer and neurodegeneration. Prerequisites: CHEM 4133 or equivalent course and permission of instructor.
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CHEM 7213 Clinical Biochemistry (3 hours)
Coordinates the understanding of the biochemical concepts relating to cellular metabolism and energy, signal transduction, neurotransmitter syntheses/degradation and molecular and human cell biology, nutrition, and tissue and organ metabolism. Students will apply the biochemical principles to maintaining wellness and treating disease states.
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CHEM 7243 Synthetic Organic Chemistry (3 hours)
A survey of contemporary synthetic methodologies in organic chemistry as illustrated by selected case studies. Strategies to the synthesis of organic compounds and solutions to long-standing problems in synthesis will also be included.
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CHEM 7253 Analytical Separations (3 hours)
Theory and applications of equilibrium and nonequilibrium separation techniques. Extraction, osmosis, gas chromatography, column and plane chromatographic techniques, electrophoresis, ultra-centrifugation, and other separation methods.
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CHEM 7263 Analytical Spectroscopy (3 hours)
Fundamentals of the interactions of electromagnetic radiation with matter, vibrational, electronic, mass spectrometry, scattering-based spectroscopy, instrumentation and signal processing.
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CHEM 7283 Biochemistry of Nutrition (3 hours)
The basic biochemistry of human nutrition and functional foods. Topics include vitamins and minerals and their relation to health and disease. Prerequisite: CHEM 4143 or equivalent.
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CHEM 7293 Biochemistry of Cancer (3 hours)
Explore the biochemical basis of cancer. Identify interconnected biochemical systems underlying normal/abnormal cellular function. Develop a deeper understanding of the biochemical nature of cellular transformation. Recognize context and the limitations. Develop communicator skills.
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CHEM 7313 Biochemistry of Neutraceuticals (3 hours)
The biochemistry of functional foods and novel food compounds that promote health and combat disease. Prerequisite: CHEM 4133 or equivalent.
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CHEM 7863 Advanced Topics in Chemistry and Biochemistry (3 hours)
Advanced study of an area of research activity. Important concepts, the contribution of modern instrumentation, and relevance of the research will be emphasized. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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CHEM 7913 Master’s Report (3 hours)
Directed research or project on some problem in an approved area. Examination and written report required. Pass-fail basis only. Prerequisite: Permission of department.
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CHEM 7961 Residency (1 hour)
See Graduate Residency (7961)
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CHEM 7973 Graduate Seminar (3 hours)
In addition to discussions of advanced topics in chemistry and biochemistry given by students, faculty, and invited guest speakers, students will be assigned a topic on which to write a research proposal. A defense of the proposal before the faculty will be conducted at the end of the semester.
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CHEM 7981-6 Research and Thesis (1-6 hours)
Directed research on a problem in an approved area. Written thesis and formal defense before graduate committee is required. Prerequisite: Permission of department.
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CHEM 7991-6 Independent Study (1-6 hours)
Individual or group studies of advanced topics pertaining to chemistry. Selected study is performed by appointment with the faculty member.
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CHEM 9981-9 Research and Dissertation (1-9 hours)
Directed research on a problem in an approved area. Written dissertation and formal defense before graduate committee is required. Prerequisite: Permission of department.
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CIS 6043 Database Design and Applications (3 hours)
Examines organizational data needs, analysis and design of databases, retrieval of data using query languages, and administration of data resources within the organization. Students learn conceptual and logical data modeling techniques, and skills necessary to create, query, update and administer databases. Prerequisite: CIS 2013 with a grade of C or higher.
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CIS 6063 Business Intelligence and Data Visualization 3 hours
Teaches students the concepts of virtual storytelling as well as application tools in terms of how to communicate effectively with data. By offering introductory knowledge of using Power BI and Tableau, this data visualization course fills an important gap in the current CIS and business analytics curriculum in that students are able to discover the power of storytelling and the way to make data a pivotal point in every business scenario quickly without intense coding. Prerequisite: CIS 4043/6043 or seek the instructor’s permission before enrollment.
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CIS 6073 Information Security (3 hours)
Provides students with a strong understanding of security threats and management. Topic areas include understanding the IT security threat environment, information security planning, elements of cryptography and cryptologic standards, firewalls, and application security. The course will also review recent relevant IT security news and incidents to identify respective threats, compounding factors, and mitigation efforts. Prerequisite: CIS 3043 or permission of instructor.
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CIS 6083 Emerging Technical Skills (3 Hours)
This course introduces students to emerging technologies and technical skills being used in the modern workforce. Students will complete a series of hands-on training, labs, and exercises meant to show tangible evidence of possessing baseline technical skills across a range of topics driven by current technologies and industry trends.
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CIS 6133 Software Systems (3 hours)
Provides a thorough understanding of various topics related to IS, such as enterprise resource planning systems, customer relationship management systems, supply chain management systems, data management, outsourcing, project management, and e-commerce management. Prerequisite: CIS 2003.
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CIS 6861-6 Current Topics in Computer Information Systems (1 - 6 hours)
Special topics in Computer Information Systems.
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CIS 6973 Seminar in Computer Information Systems (3 hours)
Seminar in Computer Information Systems
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CIS 7973 Seminar in Computer Information Systems (3 hours)
A critical study of selected topics in computer information systems. Prerequisite: As determined by instructor.
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CS 6083 Emerging Technical Skills (3 Hours)
Introduces students to emerging technologies and technical skills being used in the modern workforce. Students will complete a series of hands-on training, labs, and exercises meant to show tangible evidence of possessing baseline technical skills across a range of topics driven by current technologies and industry trends.
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CS 6023 Critical Infrastructure Protection (3 hours)
Critical infrastructure protection as defined by the Department of Homeland Security. History, presidential directives, laws and regulations. Overview of the sixteen sectors defined by Presidential Policy Directive 21 (PPD-21). Security issues and risk management. Focus on the Energy sector (Oil & Gas and Electric Power). Technical components. SCADA networks and process control systems. Relevant protocols and cyber-security tools and solutions. Prerequisite: CS 4153 or permission of instructor.
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CS 6043 Online Communities (3 hours)
Computation over unreliable and anonymous protocols such as the web. Problems of persistence, concurrency control, transactions, and transactions across multiple servers. The relational database management system as a tool for attacking these problems. Students work in small teams on diverse projects. Prerequisites: CS 3043 or permission of instructor.
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CS 6093 Computational Biology (3 Hours)
Introduction to core concepts of computational biology. Techniques for modeling and analyzing biological systems - static and dynamic, discrete and continuous. Biological network analysis. Exposure to established tools for systems biology modeling and analysis. Prerequisites: CS 1043 or CS 2503 or permission of instructor.
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CS 6103 Programming Languages and Structures (3 hours)
An intensive introduction to computer science concepts required for graduate work in computer science. Topics include basic concepts of data, lists, strings, arrays, B trees, AVL trees, hashing, and algorithm analysis. Detailed analysis of the concepts and constructs of modern programming languages. This course is intended for incoming graduate students with a strong academic background in technical disciplines other than computer science. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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CS 6113 Operating Systems and Discrete Structures (3 hours)
An intensive introduction to computer sciences concepts required for graduate work in computer science. Topics include theory and applications of mathematical models fundamental to analysis of discrete problems. Introduction to set theory, relations and functions. Principles of counting and other combinatorial problems. Introduction to graph theory and its application to algorithm analysis. Formal logic, methods of proof and correctness of algorithms. Recursion and recursive definitions. Introduction to operating system design. Views of operating system as a computer resource manager and as coordinator of competing processes and threads. Process synchronization and deadlock avoidance. Memory management and File Systems. Comparison of several current operating systems. This course is intended for incoming graduate students with a strong academic background in technical disciplines other than computer science. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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CS 6153 Computer Security (3 hours)
Introduction to security problems in computing, basic encryption and decryption techniques, secure encryption systems, cryptographic protocols and practices, security in networks and distributed systems, legal and ethical issues in computer security. Prerequisites: CS 3013 and either CS 3053 or 3353.
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CS 6333 Computer Networks (3 hours)
Foundations of computer network design: requirements, architecture, and software. Layering and protocols. OSI and Internet architecture. Direct link networks: building blocks, encoding, framing, error detection, reliable transmission and media access control. Packet switched networks and the datagram approach. IP Protocol and internetworking. Process to process communication (TCP, UDP, and others). Applications Prerequisite: CS 3053 or 4323 or permission of instructor.
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CS 6343 Enterprise Integration and Architecture (3 hours)
Focuses on the integration of information systems in organizations, the process by which different computing systems and software applications are linked together physically or functionally. Examines the strategies and methods for blending a set of interdependent systems into a functioning or unified whole, thereby enabling two or more applications to interact and exchange data seamlessly. Explores tools and techniques for systems integration as well as proven management practices for integration projects. Prerequisite: CS 2123.
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CS 6373 High Performance Computing 3 Hours
Introduction to high performance computing (HPC). Design, configuration and management of HPC platforms. Parallel, concurrent and distributing computing paradigms. System architectures for multi-core and many core technologies. Software development environments for HPC systems. Algorithms and programming for shared and distributed memory models. Prerequisite: CS 2003 or CS 2503 or ES 2513 or PE 3013 permission of instructor.
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CS 6413 Compiler Construction (3 hours)
Algebraic language syntax and semantic definition. Languages, grammars and parsing algorithms. Semantics processing. Attribute grammars and syntax-directed translation. Declarations processing, type-checking, storage allocation, code generation. Prerequisites: CS 2123 and CS 3003.
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CS 6423 Computer Architecture (3 hours)
Discuss the evolution of computer architecture and the factors influencing the design of hardware and software elements of computer systems. Provide a foundation for the understanding of modern computer system architecture and to apply these insights and principles to evaluate future computer designs. Discusses fundamental architectural techniques used to build today’s high-performance processors and systems. Topics include pipelining, superscalar, out of order execution, multithreading, caches, virtual memory, and multiprocessors. Some emphasis will be placed on the software interaction to achieve performance. Prerequisite: CS 3053 or CS 3353.
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CS 6523 Database Systems (3 hours)
Thorough introduction to the theory and practice of database systems. Emphasis on theoretical considerations in modeling data and in designing efficient, easy-to-use database systems. Also covers practical issues of query languages and optimization, transaction processing, concurrency control and recovery techniques as well as embedding structured queries in high-level language. Prerequisites: CS 2123 and CS 3013.
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CS 6613 Artificial Intelligence (3 hours)
Comprehensive introduction to principles and techniques of artificial intelligence (AI). Emphasis on scientific and technological motivations for AI. In-depth coverage of agents and environments, search techniques, game playing, knowledge representation, rule-based reasoning, logic, planning, learning, reasoning under uncertainty. Programming in LISP and rule-based languages. Prerequisites: CS 2123 and CS 3013.
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CS 6623 Evolutionary Computation (3 hours)
This course provides basic knowledge of new methods in computer science inspired by evolutionary processes in nature. This includes: evolutionary computation, fundamentals of genetic algorithms, representations, genetic operators, and selection mechanisms. Theory of genetic algorithms. The schema theory and extensions. Genetic programming, and representation and genetic operators. Applications of evolutionary computation techniques to combinatorial optimization problems. Prerequisites: CS 2123 and CS 3013.
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CS 6643 Bioinformatics (3 hours)
Introduction to computational methodologies and concepts in bioinformatics. Topics: introductory molecular genetics, sequence alignment, biological databases, microarray analysis, genome-wide association studies, structural informatics, immunoinformatics, and neuroinformatics. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Same as BIOL 6383.
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CS 6653 Medical Informatics (3 hours)
Medical informatics technology, models and issues. Principles and case studies of medical informatics. Introduction to digital architectures and technologies for medical information and health management systems, including electronic health records, decision support systems, medical coding, biomedical devices, XML, and web services. Applications to community medicine and public health. Security, privacy, compliance and ethics issues. Prerequisite: CS 2123 or permission of instructor.
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CS 6763 Robotics Design and Implementation (3 hours)
Students participate in the design, component construction, assembly and programming of FIRST-class robot applying engineering and project management concepts to produce and deliver a working robot capable of participating in FIRST robotics competitions. Students propose a design incorporating improvements from other robots in the competition. Robot construction changes over time, hence the course may be repeated again for up to six credits. Prerequisites CS 2123 and EE 2163.
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CS 6813 Fundamentals of Computer Graphics (3 hours)
Introduction to computer graphics software and hardware. Two and three-dimensional object descriptions and transformations, clipping scan conversion, and visible surface computations. Raster and vector organized display systems, hard-copy devices, and interactive input devices. Emphasis on design of interactive systems. Prerequisite: CS 2123.
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CS 6863 Special Topics (3 hours)
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CS 7023 Software Reverse Engineering (3 hours)
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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CS 7033 SCADA Systems Security (3 hours)
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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CS 7073 Embedded Devices Reverse Engineering (3 hours)
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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CS 7083 Security Auditing and Penetration Testing (3 hours)
Hands-on network penetration and ethical hacking. Profiling, enumeration, vulnerability analysis, exploitation and reporting. Lock picking. Password cracking. Wireless hacking. Anti-virus evasion. Fuzzing. SQL injection. VoIP hacking. RFID hacking. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Same as CYB 7083 .
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CS 7093 Hardware Reverse Engineering 3 Hours
Prerequisite: Permission of Instructor
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CS 7133 Theory of Computing (3 hours)
Finite automata. Regular languages and grammars. Properties of regular languages. Context free languages and grammars. Pushdown automata. Properties of context free languages. Chomsky hierarchy. Turing machines. Limits of algorithmic computation. Prerequisite: CS 3013.
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CS 7213 Software Project Management (3 hours)
Covers the fundamentals of software project management, including the use of software development processes and tools. Case studies and articles from Harvard Business Review will provide students with an understanding of management terminology, techniques, teams, and review processes as they specifically relate to software and information technology development and deployment. Techniques taught include oral, written, active listening and negotiation skills for interacting with teams, customers, and upper management, project scheduling and estimation, and performance assessment. A background in software development and permission of the instructor are required.
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CS 7313 Advanced Artificial Intelligence (3 hours)
Detailed overview of research issues relevant to computational approaches to understanding and creating intelligent behavior. Includes philosophical foundations, knowledge representation, planning, machine learning, and multi-agent systems. Students work in groups on final research project. Prerequisite: CS 6613 .
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CS 7323 Multi-Agent Systems (3 hours)
A thorough introduction of the research and application of techniques for coordination of multiple, autonomous agents sharing common resources and/or goals. Students will work in groups on a final research project. Prerequisite: CS 6613 .
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CS 7333 Machine Learning (3 hours)
Comprehensive survey of computational mechanisms that allow autonomous agents to acquire knowledge and expertise and enables them to improve performance on a given set of tasks from experience. Covers symbolic and sub-symbolic schemes; supervised, reinforcement, and unsupervised learning; single agent and multi-agent systems; robot learning; learning information agents; practical applications. Students work in groups on final research project. Prerequisite: CS 6613 .
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CS 7353 Analysis of Algorithms (3 hours)
Design and analysis of efficient algorithms. Design techniques including recursion, divide-and- conquer, and dynamic programming. Applications include sorting, searching, dynamic structures, path finding, and fast multiplication. Non-deterministic algorithms. Computationally hard problems. NP-completeness. Prerequisites: CS 2123 and 3013.
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CS 7433 Distributed Algorithms (3 hours)
Components in a distributed system must communicate and cooperate toward the solution of a complex problem. Design and analysis of selected aspects of distributed algorithms governing these components. Topics include concurrency, distributed communication, and failures, Designing real world solutions to problems in distributed computing. Prerequisite: CS 2123.
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CS 7483 Computer and Network Forensics (3 hours)
Procedures for the identification, preservation, and extraction of electronic evidence. Auditing and investigation of network and host intrusions. Forensic tools and resources for systems administrators and information system security officers. Prerequisite: CS 4153. Same as CYB 7483 .
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CS 7863 Special Topics in Computer Science (3 Hours)
Devoted to various advanced topics of general computer science not covered by the regular curriculum. May be repeated with change of topic, maximum credit six hours. Prerequisites: Graduate standing and permission of instructor.
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CS 7911-3 Master’s Report (1-3 hours)
Project-oriented research on some problem within an approved area of computer science directed by the faculty. An oral presentation and written report are required. Pass-fail basis only. Prerequisite: Permission of department.
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CS 7961 Residency (1 hour)
See Graduate Residency (7961)
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CS 7971-3 Computer Science Seminar (1-3 hours)
Reports and discussions of advanced computer science topics. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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CS 7981-6 Research and Thesis (1-6 hours)
Directed research on some problem within an approved area of computer science. Examination and written thesis required. Prerequisite: Permission of department.
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CS 7991-3 Independent Study (1-3 hours)
Individual or group studies of advanced topics in computer science. Selected study is done by appointment with the faculty. Prerequisite: Permission of department.
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CS 8981-6 Research Internship (1-6 hours)
Research participation in an industrial or government research laboratory. Internship should culminate in written report for evaluation by the instructor. Independent evaluation by the immediate supervisor at the research laboratory where the internship took place is also used in assigning course grade. Pass-fail basis only. Prerequisite: Admission to Ph.D. program, completion of comprehensive examinations, consent of major professor.
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CS 9981-9 Research and Dissertation (1-9 hours)
Original research on some problem within the field of computer science on the Ph.D. level. Prerequisites: Admission to Ph.D. program, completion of comprehensive examinations, consent of instructor.
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CS 9991-3 Independent Study (1-3 hours)
Individual studies of advanced topics at the Ph.D. level. Selected study is performed by appointment with the faculty. Prerequisite: Admission to Ph.D. program, consent of instructor.
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CYB 6013 Secure Electronic Commerce (3 hours)
Electronic commerce technology, models and issues. Principles and case studies of electronic commerce. Introduction to security architectures for electronic commerce including digital signatures, certificates, and public key infrastructure (PKI). Legal and national policy electronic commerce issues. Prerequisite: CS 2123.
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CYB 6123 Security+ Cert Prep (3 hours)
Preparation for CompTIA Security+, a globally recognized, vendor-neutral certification for entry-level cybersecurity professionals, which meets ISO 17024 standards and the DoD’s Directive 8570.01-M requirements. Topics include vulnerabilities, secure architecture and design, identity management, risk management and cryptography.
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CYB 6163 Cybersecurity Law and Policy 3 hours
Introduction to the legal, policy, technical, and logical dimensions of information security (computer systems and networks). Selected topics include data security regulation, security breach law, cybersecurity litigation, anti-hacking laws, emerging threats and vulnerabililties, law enforcement and the encryption debate, and cyberwarfare. No technical background is required. Same as LAW 6163.
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CYB 6863 Special Topics (3 hours)
Special topics in Cyber Security.
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CYB 7003 Research Methods in Cyber Studies (3 hours)
Introduction to the goals, approaches, and methods for conducting academic research in disciplines associated with cyber studies. Connection between research and scientific inquiry, types of scientific evidence, design of research studies including discussion of tradeoffs and ethical issues. Development of interests in research topics and methodological approaches.
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CYB 7083 Security Auditing and Penetration Testing (3 Hours)
Hands-on network penetration and ethical hacking. Profiling, enumeration, vulnerability analysis, exploitation and reporting. Lock picking. Password cracking. Wireless hacking. Anti-virus evasion. Fuzzing. SQL injection. VoIP hacking. RFID hacking. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Same as CS 7083 .
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CYB 7143 Security Economics (3 Hours)
Introduces economics as a tool for understanding and managing information security. Reviews key information security challenges and technologies in order to reason about the topics economically. Introduction to techniques of analytic and empirical modeling. Models and metrics of security investment with cost-benefit analysis techniques. Empirical investigation and measurement of cybercrime. Security games designed to capture the strategic interaction between defenders, and between attacker and defenders. Implications for public policy are discussed. Prerequisite: CS 2123.
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CYB 7153 Foundations of Cyber Security (3 Hours)
Introduction to cyber security concepts and topics. The security of sociotechnical systems will be studied by examining a range of threats, vulnerabilities and countermeasures. Topics include software security, malware, keylogging, data loss and privacy. In addition to technical approaches, human factors, economic, legal and ethical issues will be considered. Students will participate in discussions and hands on projects.
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CYB 7163 Cyber Security Practicum (3 hours)
Experiential lab course in which students apply cyber security concepts from system, web, and network security, as well as cryptography. Students craft attacks in a contained environment and implement defenses. Prerequisite: One of the following courses: CS 3073, CS 4153, CIS 4073, CYB 7153 .
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CYB 7173 Defensive Cyber Security Technologies (3 Hours)
Explores essential defensive cyber security concepts and technologies used by modern organizations. Based upon recommendations and guidance from internationally-recognized security frameworks and documented best practices, will examine information security risks, threats, and vulnerabilities faced by modern organizations and use. Corequisite: One of the following courses: CS 4153, CYB 3073, CYB 4073, CYB 7153 .
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CYB 7183 Information System Security Engineering (3 hours)
Engineering methods for the development of safety and security critical information systems. Secure software design and implementation. Information infrastructure maintenance and reliability. Specification, design, and analysis of mission-critical system properties. Certification, accreditation, and validation processes.
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CYB 7193 Blockchain Fintech Sec (3 hours)
Reviews architecture, operation and technical implementation of cryptocurrencies and blockchains, using Bitcoin as a starting point. Smart contract design and development using Ethereum. Security issues in cryptocurrencies and blockchains. Discussion of relevant financial rules and regulations that impact technology use.
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CYB 7223 Network Security Concepts and Applications (3 Hours)
Covers principles of computer networks and network security design and operation. Principles of computer networks: requirements, connectivity levels, layered architectures and applications. Direct link networks, packet switched networks, IP and internetworking. Core perimeter security fundamentals and network security components. Layered security and defense in depth. Packet filtering, routers as security devices, intrusion detection systems, IPSec and VPNs. Incident response, design fundamentals and security assessments.
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CYB 7373 System Security and Cryptography (3 Hours)
Technical aspects of computer, network and information system security. Concepts, principles, models and techniques of access control, authentication, secure communication and audit. Security system design, engineering and operation. Fundamentals and applications of cryptography. Prerequisite- One of the following courses: CYB 3073, CYB 4073, CYB 7153 .
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CYB 7443 Information System Assurance (3 hours)
Students in this course will be exposed to fundamental security concerns related to information systems and methodologies to mitigate vulnerabilities and threats to improve information assurance. These concerns include information access, exchange, and flow within an information system and among its internal and external components. Significant examination of NIST documents will guide the student through the process standardization guidelines available for information system assurance and how they can be applied. Information system security policies will be examined and critiqued so that students can articulate policies and mechanisms for their enforcement. The influence of software systems architecture on information systems security will be detailed, so that students can document the software architecture of their system and model information flow and stakeholder perspectives. These processes will reflect the NIST Cybersecurity Framework and incorporate methodologies and practices for information system security certification and accreditation.
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CYB 7483 Computer and Network Forensics (3 Hours)
Procedures for the identification, preservation, and extraction of electronic evidence. Auditing and investigation of network and host intrusions. Forensic tools and resources for systems administrators and information system security officers. Prerequisite: CS 4153 and permission of instructor required. Same as CS 7483 .
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CYB 7493 Secure System Administration (3 Hours)
Accepted best practices and guidelines to secure information systems and networks. Detection of abnormal events, intrusion detection, incident handling, response and recovery. Security policies, system configuration, integration, and maintenance. Prerequisite: CYB 3353 and CYB 3053 OR CYB 7223 .
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CYB 7863 Special Topics in Cyber Studies (3 Hours)
Devoted to various advanced topics of general computer science not covered by the regular curriculum. May be repeated with change of topic, maximum credit six hours. Prerequisites: Graduate standing.
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CYB 7993 Independent Study (3 Hours)
Independent Study
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CYB 8003 Research Seminar in Cyber Studies (3 hours)
Reports and discussions of advanced cyber studies research on a selected theme. May be repeated with change of topic.
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CYB 8010 Interdisciplinary Seminar in Cyber Studies (0 Hours)
Facilitates progress towards completion of a doctoral degree in cyber studies. Exposure to research topics and methods by internal and external faculty. Students and supervising faculty can use this seminar to share information regarding progress towards degree completion and identify and remediate impediments.
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ECON 6083 International Economics 3 Hours
The theory of international trade and payments with attention to trade policy and the
interaction of trade and development. Prerequisite: ECON 2013 or 2023.
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ECON 6163 Policy Analysis (3 Hours)
Provides analytic concepts and tools for understanding public policy and analyzing specific policies. Comprehensively treats
rationales for public policy-describing limitations to effective public policy and generic policy solutions, and treating the issue
of the appropriate match between policy tools and particular market failures.
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ECON 7993 Independent Study (3 hours)
Independent Study
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