Computer Information Systems, M.S.
Dr. Jing-Chiou Liou
Room: GLAB 231
Phone: 908-737-4703
E-mail: jliou@kean.edu
Program Description
The Master of Science in Computer Information Systems is designed to give students the analytic and technical skills necessary to solve problems using computer information systems. Students learn to design, build and maintain complex systems utilizing current and evolving technologies. The applied nature of the Computer Information Systems program gives students the implementation experience and confidence to play a leadership role in developing future systems for business, gaming, government and industry. Students also have the opportunity to work with faculty on individual projects and research.
Prerequisites
In addition to the University’s admission requirements:
- Baccalaureate degree in Computer Science or Information Technology.
- Data Structure, Computer Systems, Algorithm Analysis, Computer Security, Discrete Math, Calculus, proficiency in Java, Python, C++ or an equivalent.
Degree Requirements
Required Courses 15
Electives (choose 4) 12
| CPS 5498 | DIGITAL FORENSICS AND INVESTIGATION | 3 |
| CPS 5500 | WEB DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT | 3 |
| CPS 5601 | HUMAN-COMPUTER INTERACTION | 3 |
| CPS 5721 | KNOWLEDGE DISCOVERY AND DATA MINING | 3 |
| CPS 5745 | INTERACTIVE INFORMATION VISUALIZATION | 3 |
| CPS 5801 | ADVANCED ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE | 3 |
| CPS 5802 | MACHINE LEARNING INNOVATIONS | 3 |
| CPS 5881 | INDEPENDENT STUDY IN COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS | 3 |
| CPS 5882 | INDEPENDENT GRADUATE STUDY IN COMPUTER SCIENCE | 3 |
| CPS 5900 | NUMERICAL ANALYSIS | 3 |
| CPS 5910 | COMPUTER SIMULATION OF MODELS | 3 |
| CPS 5930 | OPERATING SYSTEM CONCEPTS | 3 |
| CPS 5931 | NETWORK SYSTEMS | 3 |
| CPS 5965 | HIGH PERFORMANCE COMPUTING | 3 |
| CPS 5990 | SPECIAL TOPICS IN COMPUTER SCIENCE | 3 |
Required Capstone Course 3
Total Credit Hours: 30