COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
CSC 500 Advanced Algorithm and Data Structures (4)
Explore fundamental techniques such as recursion, dynamic programing for efficient algorithm, graph,
pattern matching, sorting, searching algorithm. Use of time complexity in evaluating algorithms.
Review of composite data types such as arrays, records, strings, and sets. Definition, implementation,
and application of data structures such as stacks, queues, linked lists, trees and graphs.
Prerequisite: CSC 310 or equivalent
CSC 505 Advanced Computer Graphics (4)
This course covers the theory, design, implementation and applications of advanced computer graphics
environment. 3D computer games, scientific visualization. Includes transformation, shading, lighting,
rasterization, texturing and other topics.
Prerequisite: CSC 405 or equivalent
CSC 508 Computer Vision (4)
Methods of computer processing of image data. Description and recognition of objects, shape analysis,
edge and region segmentation, texture, image understanding. Overview of image processing,
pattern recognition: image formation, binary images, edge detection.
Prerequisite: Math 241, CSC 220
CSC 510 Advanced Database Systems (4)
This course provides students with advanced skills in the development of medium to very large database
applications in a multi-user environment using relational database. It includes topics such as
multi-user database issues, database application tuning and optimization. Query Optimization,
data warehousing, data mining, transaction processing, concurrency control and recovery.
Prerequisite: CSC 410 or equivalent
CSC 512 Intelligent Information System (4)
Knowledge discovery in database, knowledge base maintenance, knowledge-base and database integration
architectures and scale-up issues and applications to cooperative database systems, intelligent
decision support systems, and intelligent planning and scheduling systems.
Prerequisite: CSC 410 or equivalent
CSC 521 Advance Computer System Architecture (4)
Machine organization and design, formal descriptions, comparative study of machine instruction sets
and formats, data representation and floating point, address structures, mechanization of procedure
calls, memory organization and management, microprogramming, I/O processing and interrupts, and
reliability aspects.
Prerequisite: CSC 321 or equivalent
CSC 522 Embedded Systems (4)
Students learn how to design, code, debug, and build detailed low-level embedded application systems
using several embedded system tools.
Prerequisite: CSC 321, CSC 220 or equivalent
CSC 535 Object Oriented Software Development (4)
Fundamentals of object-oriented modeling. In-depth study of object oriented development methods.
Object oriented software requirements analysis and modeling.
Prerequisite: CSC 335 or equivalent
CSC 540 Advanced Operating Systems (4)
Introduction to design and evaluation of modern operating systems. Organization of multiprogramming
and multiprocessing systems. Dynamic memory allocation, memory management, virtual memory, I/O control,
and file systems. Resource allocation; scheduling, synchronization, protection, process model,
interlocks, and deadlocks.
Prerequisite: CSC 340 or equivalent
CSC 544 Web-based Database Application (4)
Course includes architectural concepts, database applications programming, and interfacing on the web.
Server-side Web development. Database driven applications development using Internet communications
and server side script technologies.
Prerequisite: CSC 410, CSC 344 or equivalent
CSC 550 Advanced Network and Data Communications (4)
The principles, techniques and applications of networking and data communications. State of the art
practical technology, WAN, standards, protocols, topologies, electronic/voice mail systems, electronic
bulletin boards, and network performance.
Prerequisite: CSC 350 or equivalent
CSC 560 Advanced Computer System Security (4)
Security techniques in operating systems, data bases, and computer networks. Encryption/decryption.
Supporting techniques such as auditing, risk analysis, and cost benefit tradeoffs are discussed.
Security analysis of network protocols and network vulnerabilities. Analysis of scanning, spoofing,
hijacking and denial of service attacks. Authentication and access control in computer networks.
Firewalls and network monitoring tools. Intrusion detection techniques.
Prerequisite: CSC 360 or equivalent
CSC 570 Creative Technology (4)
Introduction to state-of-the-art technology for networked multimedia systems. Current media related
issues, algorithms, data handling, networking, and deployment for modern distributed multimedia systems;
efficient design and standards for multimedia.
Prerequisite: CSC 370, CSC 350 or equivalent
CSC 580 Artificial Intelligence and Expert System (4)
An exploration of the use of computers to perform computations associated with intelligence. Game playing,
search, problem solving, knowledge representation, planning, learning. Introduction to the concepts and
techniques of expert systems.
Prerequisite: CSC 310 or equivalent
CSC 582 Special Topics (4)
Examples are
- Pattern Recognition
- Parallel programming/architecture
- VLSI CAD Techniques
- Game Development
CSC 585 Seminar (2-4)
Research methods in computer science. Students presentations covering current topics in research, updating of concepts and verifications of principles of computer science and its applications. Pass/no pass grade
CSC 590 Independent Study 1-4 credits
CSC 599 Graduate Project (4)
Integrating computer system and information system technologies: development of an integrated technical
architecture(hardware, software, networks, and data) and implementation of the system in a rapidly changing
competitive and technological environment.
Prerequisite: CSC 510, CSC 521, CSC 550, and four electives
Adults working in leading industries in the region participate in small classes, interact with a highly qualified faculty, and share in a wide array of academic, professional and social pursuits.
In addition, students benefit from the opportunity to complete the degree in as few as 12 months while enjoying the beauty and climate of Southern California.
