COAP - Computer Applications
COAP - Computer Applications
COAP 1010 Beginning Application Topics (3)
Introduces a variety of topics under different subtitles. May be
repeated for credit if content differs.
COAP 1020 Introduction to Computer Applications (3)
This course is appropriate for any student interested in using
computer applications in an academic, professional, or personal
setting. It provides an introduction to word processing, electronic
spreadsheet, and database management software.
process of planning, design, development, launch, and postlaunch. Prerequisite: COAP 2000 or XHTML proficiency.
COAP 2130 Web Scripting (3)
This course teaches Web scripting and programming techniques
needed to develop dynamic Web pages and interactive Web sites.
Students will learn how to use a client-side scripting language
such as JavaScript to work with well-formed Web pages. Basic
scripting language concepts such as functions, arrays and objectoriented programming are covered and applied. Prerequisite:
COAP 2000 or HTML proficiency.
COAP 1040 Graphic Utilities I (3)
Gives the student hands-on experience with a variety of graphics
software. Students generate computer art of various types and
evaluate software packages.
COAP 1140 Graphic Utilities II (3)
Builds on the knowledge gained in COAP 1040 Graphic Utilities I.
Focuses on animation and/or graphics suitable for the publishing
industry. Prerequisite: COAP 1040 or permission of the
instructor.
COAP 1200 Introduction to Computers in Education (3)
COAP 2000 Introduction to Web Programming (3)
This course covers the most current markup language used for
developing web pages. Students will also be introduced to the
various methods of styling page content.
COAP 2010 Applications Topics (3)
Covers a variety of computer applications and Web topics
appropriate for students with some computer experience. May be
repeated for credit when content differs. Prerequisites vary by
topic.
COAP 2020 Desktop Publishing (3)
Designed to develop proficiency in page layout and design by
utilizing the latest desktop publishing software, including related
word processing and graphics tools. Emphasizes successful
completion of a publication by the student. Prerequisite: COAP
1020.
COAP 2100 Web Technology Principles (3)
This course will focus on the core technologies students need
to know in order to start designing professional Web pages. The
course will cover basic Web development principles and serve
as an introduction to the technologies required in client-side Web
design and programming concepts and practices. Prerequisite:
COAP 2000, or HTML proficiency.
COAP 2110 Web Animation (3)
This course covers animation techniques used in the creation of
Web pages. Students will use a current animation tool for Web
page design and Animation development. Prerequisite: COAP
2000 (or concurrently) or HTML proficiency.
COAP 2120 Web Editors (3)
In this course students will learn how to build, maintain, and
support a website using various web editing tools. Topics will
include incorporating traditional page components including
video and social media, creating flexible layouts, and publishing
to a web server. Students will also follow a defined web design
This course introduces students to the field of web usability.
Students will learn how to design usable websites based on
human-centered design principles. Students will also learn how
to make sites accessible. Prerequisite: COAP 2000 or HTML
proficiency.
COAP 2150 Design Principles I (3)
this course covers the agile development process for the creation
of successful responsive websites. Students will learn the basics
of information architecture, methods of website navigation,
the creation of user personas, and other artifacts common in
the design process. Students will also be introduced to SEO
principles. Prerequisite: COAP 2000 or HTML proficiency and
COAP 2145.
COAP 2160 Advanced Web Animation (3)
This course is a study of Web publishing with an emphasis
on mastery of animation using Flash and the internal scripting
capabilities of Flash, ActionScript. Animation on Web sites will
be studied via splash opening home pages, animated navigation
graphics, and interactive animations developed as the primary
content of Web sites. Students will learn the basic commands,
functions, and operators used in ActionScript, building on their
introductory knowledge of Flash to work with code that extends
the boundaries of Flash's built-in tools, objects and properties.
Prerequisites: COAP 2000, COAP 2110 and COAP 2130.
COAP 2180 Introduction to XML (3)
This course is designed to introduce students to the building
blocks of XML, a markup language that is used to structure
documents for delivery on the Web. Students will learn how to
structure data with XML, how to validate data with data type
definitions (DTDs) and schemas, and how to create and apply
namespaces. Students will also learn how to create both CSS and
XSLT style sheets to display the XML documents. Prerequisite:
COAP 2000 or HTML proficiency.
COAP 2190 Mobile Web Design (3)
Students in this course will be introduced to the design concepts
associated with mobile websites. Students will be introduced to
the technologies necessary for programming the mobile web.
Students will learn how to design and implement website(s) that
are de-signed specifically for mobile devices. Prerequisites: COAP
2000.
COAP 2220 Microcomputer Software (3)
Provides advanced study of a variety of software packages,
offered under different subtitles. May be repeated for credit if
content differs.
COAP 2310 Graphics (3)
Studies different graphics techniques, offered under different
subtitles. May be repeated for credit if content differs.
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Course Descriptions
Examines the equipment, the uses, and the potential of computers
in K-12 education. The material is presented by a combination of
hands-on practice, demonstrations, lectures, and discussions.
COAP 2145 Web Usability (3)
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COAP 2550 Database Software (3)
COAP 3180 Web Databases (3)
Students learn to use a commercial database software package.
In addition to the commands and uses of the software, this course
emphasizes the principles and concepts involved in developing a
database.
Students will learn how to create database-driven Web sites,
implementing the latest technologies to integrate databases
with Web applications. Students will also learn the basic
database concepts with special emphasis on hands-on learning
skills necessary to implement XML databases on the Web.
Prerequisites: COAP 3110.
COAP 2560 Electronic Spreadsheet (3)
Students learn to use a commercial spreadsheet software
package. In addition to the commands and uses of the software,
this course emphasizes the principles and concepts involved in
designing spreadsheets.
COAP 3200 Advanced Web Programming (3)
Students will learn advanced programming skills and gain
knowledge to successfully implement responsive and more usable
websites. Prerequisites: COAP 2000 and COAP 3120.
COAP 3000 Advanced Web Scripting (3)
COAP 4910 Senior Applications Project (3)
This course provides students with a comprehensive
understanding of topics in HTML, XHTML and dynamic HTML
(DHTML). Students will learn and apply advanced concepts in
DHTML to expand their knowledge and skills in creating dynamic
and interactive Web pages and sites. This course discusses the
structure of Dynamic HTML and emphasizes the main areas of
innovation in Web development technology. Prerequisite: COAP
2130.
Students will develop an advanced application that uses and
synthesizes previous learning. Prerequisite: permission of
department.
COAP 3010 Advanced Applications Topics (3)
Covers a variety of computer applications topics appropriate
for students with considerable computer experience. May be
repeated for credit if content differs. Prerequisites vary by topic.
COAP 3030 Computer Applications in Nursing (3)
This course is designed for students with little or no computer
experience. The course provides a thorough introduction to
the basic terms and concepts of nursing informatics. Nursing
students will learn to use computers and information management
strategies in their practice and make informed choices related
to software/hardware selection and implementation. They will
also study the tools and techniques of selected common software
packages, various methods of electronic research, and the use
of word processing to do research papers which adhere to official
formatting standards. Prerequisite: acceptance into BSN or MSN
program.
COAP 3110 Interactive Site Development (3)
This course provides an introduction to Web site development
and server-side programming technologies. Students will learn
how to integrate server technologies to produce Web applications
that not only interact with users, but also integrate other computer
applications. It is designed for students who want to create and
maintain Web pages as well as manipulate database information.
Students will learn how to incorporate database in their Web
sites, as well as how to update and query those databases..
Prerequisite: COAP 3000.
COAP 3120 Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) (3)
This course covers the styling of web pages as defined in the
latest CSS specification. Students will develop style sheets in
real-world exercises and master the skills to create effective style
sheets for the web. Prerequisites: COAP 2150 (or concurrently).
COAP 3150 Design Principles II (3)
This course is a continuation of COAP 2150. Students will
continue the design process, which began in COAP 2150 by
implementing their designs. Students will also be introduced to
digital graphic techniques, such as the use of layers, masks, filters
and special effects.. Prerequisite: COAP 2150 and COAP 3120
(or concurrently).
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