ISCS170. Computer Applications
The course utilizes several common business software applications to explore how these tools are used in typical business environments. The course enhances the students’ knowledge of tools needed for upper-level courses in the College of Business and Economics, as well as their knowledge of computer concepts that are required in the business world. 3 credits.
ISCS1XX. Info Sys & Security Elective
ISCS295. Special Topics
Selected topics in Information Systems and Cyber Security. The topics may vary from semester to semester. May be repeated for credit when topics change. 1-3 credits.
ISCS2XX. Info Sys & Security Elective
ISCS370. Prncpls of Mngmnt Info Sys
A general overview of information systems. Planning, designing and implementing information management systems. Emphasis is on application of the systems. 3 credits.
ISCS371. Network Communications
A study of voice and data communications concepts, including network components, strategies, topologies, planning and design issues, security considerations, evaluations/performance criteria, and management control requirements. Topics cover physical components as well as theoretical issues. Course includes in-class lectures as well as hands-on lab experiences with physical media, microcomputer connectors, and network operating systems. Prerequisite: ISCS 370 (may be taken concurrently), CMSC 140 or CMSC 160. 3 credits.
ISCS373. Database Management
Introduction to theory of data structure, implementation of database models, and applications using a conventional database system. Prerequisites: ISCS 370 or CMSC 362. 3 credits.
ISCS375. Web Design and Development
This course teaches students how to use powerful, sophisticated, commercially available Web design tools to create interactive multimedia projects in an interdisciplinary team environment. Students build a personal Web site, an interactive portfolio site, and a site for a “real world” client. Other topics include introduction to ASP, CGI, Perl, VBScript, JavaScript, and Jscript. Prerequisites: ISCS 370, or permission of the instructor. 3 credits.
ISCS376. Cyber Security
This class focuses on cyber security as well as corresponding cyber law, policy, and methods and tools for gaining forensic information from computer systems and networks. It includes case studies of cyber crimes as well as information on the capabilities and limitations of forensic techniques used in the analysis of cyber crime. Offered spring semester only. Prerequisite: take one of the following: ISCS 371 or CMSC 360. 3 credits.
ISCS377. Cyber Forensics
This is a fundamental required course as part of an interdisciplinary curriculum that is very much in demand in today's society. This course covers cyber forensics as part of one of the three academic areas in the interdisciplinary curriculum. The three areas covered are cyber security, cyber forensics, and cyber policy and law. It includes case studies of cyber crimes as well as the application and management of cyber forensics. The course introduces students to forensics tools using hands-on experience and the Internet. Prerequisite: ISCS 370 or CMSC 121 or or CMSC 201 or permission of instructor. 3 credits.
ISCS390. Directed or Independent Study
Must be approved by the head of the department. May be repeated as 391. 1-18 credits.
ISCS3XX. Info Sys & Security Elective
ISCS471. Intro to Sys Analysis & Design
Development of an information system from the analysis of present information flow, system specifications and equipment selection to implementation. Emphasis on analysis of existing systems and design of new systems. Prerequisite: ISCS 373. 3 credits.
ISCS475. Web Programming
An in-depth study of programming techniques used in Web page design. Topics can include HTML and derivative languages, server-side programming, client-side programming, Web server architecture, and Web security. Use of these programming techniques to create contemporary applications will be covered. These applications can include, but are not limited to, shopping carts, guest books, login validation, database access and manipulation, form processing, auctions, and chat rooms. Other applications and techniques may be covered that reflect current trends in Web design and use. Prerequisites: ISCS 272 or CMSC 160 and one of the following: ISCS 170, ISCS 370, or CMSC 362; or permission of instructor. 3 credits.
ISCS476. Cyber Security II
This class covers cyber law and policy and its application to techniques for identifying and tracking cyber-attacks, as well as methods and tools for gaining forensic information from computer systems. It includes case studies of cyber-crimes with a focus on the relationship between cyber forensics, cyber security and cyber law and policy today. The course will emphasize the application of law, ethics, conceptual models and hands-on experiences of using forensic tools with personal computers, servers, Internet activity and Web browser usage. Prerequisites: ISCS 376 or CMSC 355 or permission of instructor. 3 credits.
ISCS477. Advanced Forensics
This is an advanced required course as part of the Cyber Forensics and Security curriculum that is very much in demand in today's society. The eight domain areas covered in this course include legal and ethics; investigative process; storage media; mobile and embedded devices; network forensics; program and software forensics; QA-QC management; and lab and forensic operations. This class introduces advanced methods and computer tools to obtain and analyze forensic information from computer systems and networks. Students will learn using case studies of cybercrimes as well as the application and management of cyber forensics. The course also provides students with advanced skills and knowledge in cyber forensics analysis using hands-on experience and the Internet. Pre-requisite: ISCS 377. 3 credits.
ISCS492. Internship in Info Sys&Cyb Sec
An on-the-job learning experience designed to give students an opportunity to apply their technical and professional skills and to observe organizations in action. Prerequisites: Cumulative GPA of 2.33 or greater, 60 credits, declared business or economics major, a declared concentration, ISCS 370, MANG 391, and permission of the internship director. 1-3 credits per internship placement; limited to a maximum of 6 credits.
ISCS495. Special Topics
Selected topics in Information Systems and Cyber Security. An individually designed course that allows the student to pursue advanced topics in specific management information systems areas. Topics may vary from semester to semester. May be repeated for credit when topics change. Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor. 1-3 credits.
ISCS498. Senior Thesis in ISCS
Students conduct an in-depth project in information systems and cyber security under the direction of a faculty member and the Longwood Senior Thesis Committee. May be repeated as 499. 3 credits.
ISCS498. Senior Thesis in ISCS
Students conduct an in-depth project in information systems and cyber security under the direction of a faculty member and the Longwood Senior Thesis Committee. May be repeated as 499. 3 credits.
ISCS499. Senior Thesis in ISCS
Students conduct an in-depth project in information systems and cyber security under the direction of a faculty member and the Longwood Senior Thesis Committee. 3 credits.
ISCS4XX. Info Sys & Security Elective
