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Computer Systems Technology Department
JUNIOR AND SENIOR YEAR MODULE DESCRIPTIONS
PRESENATATION OUTLINE
1. Brief Description of a typical application
2. Tasks involved in building the application
3. Module relationships to these task areas
4. Interests and skills associated with the Module
5. Similarities between Modules
6. Sample job description with focus on Module contents
7. Topics not covered in the Modules
Computer Systems Technology Department
MODULE CONTENTS (FOR YOUR REFERENCE)
Module
5xx
Programming
& Design (C++ or
Java)(03)
•
Database
(04)
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System Analysis and
Design
(06)
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Networking
(07)
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6xx
Code Object Oriented
Concepts within C++
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7xx
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C++ GUI interface
development
Database access
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Distributed Processing
Network Protocols
(Java or C on Unix)
Logical (relational)
Design - Data Models
Entity
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Physical Design
Performance / Tuning
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Data Warehouse
Database
Administration
Requirements
Analysis
System Development
Life Cycle
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Object Models
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Multi-Tier Application
Architecture Design
Network Concepts
Setting up network
(Ethernet)
Traffic Management
tools
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TCP/IP Protocols
Install / Test TCP/IP
services
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CISCO switches and
routers
Network design
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Client/Server (VB.NET)
(08)
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VB.NET GUI User
Interface Development
•
Implement OO
Concepts within
VB.Net
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Database Access
Webform
Programming
Web
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Active Server Pages
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Web Page Design ,
HTML
JavaScript
Web Server
Configuration
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Security Risks
Solution Approaches
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Network Security
Firewalls
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Designing Detection
Systems
Security Plans
(09)
Security
(10)
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MULTIPLE PLAYER WEBBASED SCRABBLE GAME
SAMPLE SYSTEM PROJECT
SCRABBLE SYSTEM DIAGRAM
Database
Web Site
Pages
SECURITY
FIREWALL
TECH CLASSROOM
Routers/Network
User
View
Web Site
Software
Programs
SYSTEM ANALYSIS AND DESIGN
• Speak to players about game rules
• Determine the information to show
on the screen
• Select dictionary to use to check
words
• List all the data that should be stored
in some database
SYSTEM ANALYSIS AND DESIGN
(CS506 - CS606 - C706)
STUDENT INTERESTS
• Understanding how computer
systems solve real business
problems
• Speaking with people doing a
job and identifying how
automation can help.
• Creating a “blueprint” for a
system
STUDENT SKILLS
• Writing User Specifications in
the Unified Modeling Language
(UML) - CS506
• Preparing “Use Cases” – brief
descriptions that describe how
the users will interact with the
system – CS606
SAMPLE JOB DESCRIPTIONS FROM DICE.COM – Position: Business Analyst
Ideally a BA (business analyst) that is technical with perhaps a programming background and
deep UML proficiency and exp. They should have excellent communication and
documentation skills and be able to present and lead small groups of 5 – 10 people.
There will be very consistent and close interaction with the development team. The BA should
be able to develop domain models, Sequence and activity diagrams, use cases with a focus
on Feature development; as this is an FDD; Feature Driven Design/Development Approach.
SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT /
PROTOTYPING
(CS508 - CS608 - C708)
• Determine the exact steps for a
player to make a move and see the
board
• Figure the logic needed to check if
the word can fit on the board
• Calculate the score and keep
running totals for each player
• Make the web pages and user
designs come alive on the screen
SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT /
OPEN SOURCE
(CS508 - CS608 - C708)
STUDENT INTERESTS
STUDENT SKILLS
• Working with various users to
develop software by working
from the design blueprint
• Design interactive GUI
interfaces for web and PC
systems
• Solving puzzles that require you
to identify a series of steps
• Developing software that uses
databases, various web
services, and existing
commercial code components
• Delivering a working system to a
user to run a business function
SAMPLE JOB DESCRIPTIONS FROM DICE.COM – Position: Software Developer
Major media conglomerate in NYC has an immediate need for a Junior/Mid Level Web
Application Developer to join their full time development team! As a developer in the group
you will be heavily involved in development in VB.NET internet based applications! This is a
very exciting and fast paced environment supporting high profile executives for the firm.
Specific responsibilities include:
Develop new VB.NET Web Applications
Convert designs and specifications into web applications
Integrate web applications with other web-enabled business applications
Design and develop SQL Server databases including store procedures, indexes and views
Implement GUIs using HTML, CSS and JavaScript
Consult with users to prototype, refine, test and debug programs to meet needs
Troubleshoot and debug live applications and applications under deployment
WEB PAGE DESIGN
• Write “HTML” that makes items
appear in a browser
• Write small programs to make web
page pop up information boxes
• Develop the way computer users
move from one web page to another
• Pick colors and clip art to show to
the computer user
WEB PAGE DESIGN
(CS509 - CS609 - C709)
STUDENT INTERESTS
STUDENT SKILLS
• Using the Web to help
businesses operate better
• Making web pages using HTML,
JavaScript
• Designing Web Pages that
come to life for the user
• Developing web server based
software that uses databases
SAMPLE JOB DESCRIPTIONS FROM DICE.COM – Position: Web Designer
We seek a Web Designer who enjoys pushing the limits of their craft in a truly unique and
privileged environment. The position requires daily interaction with the marketing and
product development teams in New York. The position allows for the development of
interesting UI*s, unique and interesting content, global design templates, websites and
other compelling applications for premier luxury brands and advertisers. You will work with a
highly experienced team of artists and developers, designers helping to grow one of the
most unique social networking opportunities on the Internet. We want you to be highly
motivated with tenacity for innovative visual design.
NETWORKING
• Determine network language
computers will use to communicate
• Review physical characteristics of
the room
• Determine means of backing up
network
• Identify how much traffic /
information needs to be sent over
the wires
NETWORKING
(CS507 - CS607 - C707)
STUDENT INTERESTS
STUDENT SKILLS
• Providing the backbone to
handle large communication
tasks
• Knowledge of “protocols” –
special languages or formats of
network communication -
• Analyzing and diagnosing issues
within a complex system.
• Configuring key network devices
like switches and routers
• Designing path of data flow in a
wireless network – what nodes
are needed, etc.
• Format of network design
documents
SAMPLE JOB DESCRIPTIONS FROM DICE.COM – Position: Network Engineer
Day-to-day work includes design, installation, migration and troubleshooting of Data Center
switched LAN networks using Cisco products.
Load balancing design, implementation, migration and troubleshooting using Cisco Load
Balancers.
Design, configuration, migration and troubleshooting of DNS and DHCP architectures.
Evaluate and understand business needs and integrating them into the data centers.
Work with the Network Operation Center for any outages or performance issues pertaining to the
data center network.
Develop procedures and create timely network documentation.
SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT /
OPEN SOURCE
(CS503 - CS603 - C703)
• Program high transactional systems
common in financial services
• Develop software that logically
connects programs running on
different machines
• Develop system programs
• Integrate new communication
devices within systems
SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT /
OPEN SOURCE
(CS503 - CS603 - C703)
STUDENT INTERESTS
STUDENT SKILLS
• Solving systems problems with
high volume of transactions
• Writing Software in C++, also using .NET, in
an easy-to-use development environment
• Designing systems that operate
over many machines and
platforms
• Developing software that uses databases,
web services, and existing code
components
• Using Java software to perform
some interesting webpage
animation
• Developing client/server software that
communicate using TCP/IP protocol
SAMPLE JOB DESCRIPTIONS FROM DICE.COM – Position: Software Developer
Junior level C++ developer for high frequency trading system development to build state of the
art cutting edge trading system. 1-2 years of professional C/C++ development experience.
Experience with the design and implementation of high performance, low latencies multithreaded systems in C/C++ on UNIX/Linux. Experience with event-driven server applications
receiving high-volume data flow. Solid OO development skills. Knowledge of Financial
protocols (FIX) is a plus.
DATABASE DESIGN
• List all the data elements that are
needed by the software and arrange
them
• Make procedures to back-up the
data
• Encrypt information to avoid other
programs from seeing data
• Look at how fast the data is fed to
the computers and make
adjustments
DATABASE DESIGN
(CS504 - CS604 - C704)
STUDENT INTERESTS
STUDENT SKILLS
• Cataloging , managing and
organizing enterprise
information
• Understanding the information
resources of a company
• Identifying information needs,
organizing and indexing data
into diagrams
• Using the company’s information
resources to answer management
questions
• Sustaining a database or data
warehouse, identifying problems
and fixing them.
• Implementing database systems
that are secure and reliable
SAMPLE JOB DESCRIPTIONS FROM DICE.COM – Position: Database Administrator
We are looking for a Database Administrator with Oracle/SQL Server experience to design, document, and
implement the structures and processes required to forward the organization's Data. This person will work
with the technical staff to implement manageable, integrated, timely, and accurate solutions to business
and/or technical issues. Responsibilities include:
* Support multiple servers and multiple databases of high complexity with multiple concurrent users, ensuring
control, integrity and accessibility of the data.
* Develop, implement, and monitor standards and procedures for all database platforms to ensure optimum
performance and reliability.
* Undertake technical ownership of areas within the scalability, stress testing, and benchmark products.
* Review all investigations, analysis, and resolution of database problems.
* Compile and maintain documentation including schemas and configurations.
* Work with management to develop database strategies to support company needs.
* Participate in, and potentially lead, the development of solutions to a variety of difficult engineering issues
requiring full grasp of a broad range of database engineering principles
SECURITY
• Determine how users will identify
themselves
• Install software (firewalls) to protect
the system against viruses
• Make sure other parts of the system
are following security procedures
• Monitor traffic and view history of
actions to identify suspicious
behavior
DATABASE DESIGN
STUDENT INTERESTS
• Figuring out how people could
hack into your network
• Learning about the various
protection software that is
available
(CS510 - CS610 - C710)
STUDENT SKILLS
• Understanding how data in
network transmission corrupt the
system
• Defining network tools and
strategies (firewalls) to combat
intruders
• Diagnosing problems due to
security leaks.
SAMPLE JOB DESCRIPTIONS FROM DICE.COM – Position: Security Engineer
Responsible for further developing and maintaining an effective security program which is designed to ensure
the logical and physical protection of data, equipment and software for all resources on the LAN/WAN. This
includes the development and implementation of policies, procedures and guidelines, as well as the continual
monitoring, testing and evaluation of data security implemented and/or planned in the organization. Technical
hands-on administration of security management tools, such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems,
vulnerability management systems, etc. Development and implementation of policies, procedures and
guidelines related to security matters. Periodically review and verify security configurations and changes on
production systems and data networks
Evaluate potential new implementations and research and recommend security measures to be addressed
and included. Continually monitor and evaluate data security implemented in the organization, work to reduce
all risks and investigate security breaches and/or potential breaches. Test the operation of security measures
regularly, ensure that the security program provides the necessary safeguards for good business practice.
Ensure a level of understanding of security tools, requirements and purposes through training and awareness
programs. Broadly experienced professional with strong knowledge of principles and techniques applied in
securing operating systems and LANs/WANs, with proficiency specifically in UNIX and Windows-based
operating systems. Hands-on position. Must be well versed in networking and current industry issues and
trends (firewalls, IDS, VPN management, encryption, vulnerability management, etc.).
Computer Systems Technology Department
TOPICS NOT COVERED IN THE MODULES
1. Installation and Maintenance of Desktop Software
2. Web Graphics Development
3. Assembling Personal Computer or Devices
4. Designing a computer for everyday appliances
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