Computer and Information Science Summer Courses

CISC-1600-L21- Computer Science I
Summer Session 2: June 30, 2026 - August 04, 2026
L - Lincoln Center: TWR, 06:00PM - 07:59PM

Introductory course designed for the beginning students. It will define the computing concepts using a high-level programming language. Emphasis will be placed on program design, coding, debugging and documentation of programs. This course together with Structures of Computer Science (CS 1100) serve as the introductory courses for both the computer science and the computer systems management applications major.

CRN: 16531

Instructor: Strzemecki, Tadeusz
3 credits

Fordham course attributes: CYSC, INSC, LING, MCR, NEUR

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CISC-1600-V31- Computer Science I
Summer Session 3: May 26, 2026 - Aug 4, 2026
V - Virtual (online courses only): Asynchronous

Introductory course designed for the beginning students. It will define the computing concepts using a high-level programming language. Emphasis will be placed on program design, coding, debugging and documentation of programs. This course together with Structures of Computer Science (CS 1100) serve as the introductory courses for both the computer science and the computer systems management applications major.

CRN: 15102

Instructor: Zhao, Yijun
3 credits

Fordham course attributes: CYSC, INSC, LING, MCR, NEUR

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CISC-1610-L21- Computer Science I Lab
Summer Session 2: June 30, 2026 - August 04, 2026
L - Lincoln Center: TWR, 08:00PM - 09:00PM

A series of programming and laboratory assignments to reinforce the materials learned in CISC 1600.

CRN: 16532

Instructor: Strzemecki, Tadeusz
1 credits

Fordham course attributes: CYSC, INSC, ZLB3

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CISC-1610-V31- Computer Science I Lab
Summer Session 3: May 26, 2026 - Aug 4, 2026
V - Virtual (online courses only): Asynchronous

A series of programming and laboratory assignments to reinforce the materials learned in CISC 1600.

CRN: 15103

Instructor: Zhao, Yijun
1 credits

Fordham course attributes: CYSC, INSC, ZLB3

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CISC-3500-V31- Database Systems
Summer Session 3: May 26, 2026 - Aug 4, 2026
V - Virtual (online courses only): Asynchronous

This course begins with the introduction of the characteristics of the data base approach and the advantages of using data base systems. Course topics include the basic concepts and architecture of data base systems, the Relational Data Model concepts, integrity constraints, schemas, views, SQL, data modeling using the Entity-Relationship (ER) model as well as using the Enhanced ER model, UML diagram, practical data base design methodology, normalization process, physical design and system implementation and tuning. Data base security issues will also be discussed.

CRN: 15097

Instructor: Mao, Ying
4 credits

Fordham course attributes: INSC

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CISC-4080-V11- Computer Algorithms
Summer Session 1: May 26, 2026 - June 25, 2026
V - Virtual (online courses only): MTWR, 01:00PM - 04:00PM

The study of a broad variety of important and useful algorithms for solving problems suitable for computer implementation. Topics include mathematical algorithms, sorting and searching, string processing, geometric algorithms, graph algorithms, combinatorial optimization techniques, and other advanced topics; average and worst-case analysis, time and space complexity, correctness, optimality, and implementation.

CRN: 17055

Instructor: Wei, Wenqi
4 credits

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CISC-4800-V11- Project and Internship
Summer Session 1: May 26, 2026 - June 25, 2026
V - Virtual (online courses only): , -

Students will work in teams on large projects selected from practical problems in the public or private sector. Students also gain on-job experience by working as interns in the field of computer science and information technology.

CRN: 15088

Instructor: INSTRUCTOR, NO
credits

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CISC-5001-V31- Bridge to Cybersecurity
SG3 - GAS Summer Session 3 MAY 26, 2026 - AUG 04, 2026
V - Virtual (online courses only): , TBA - TBA

This innovative 8-12 week online course creates a pathway for career-changers to enter the rapidly growing fields of cybersecurity and artificial intelligence. We’ve developed a curriculum that starts with foundational concepts and gradually builds toward industry-relevant skills, with no previous technical courses required. Successful completion of the Bridge program will waive the previoulsy required courses for taking Python as a separate course at Fordham.

CRN: 16949

Instructor: INSTRUCTOR, NO
0 credits

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CISC-5352-V31- Machine Learning in Finance
Summer Session 3: May 26, 2026 - Aug 4, 2026
V - Virtual (online courses only): , TBA - TBA

This course introduces machine learning applications in finance. The primary focus is on developing computational models to identify/forecast economic regimes, factor-based smart beta, strategic risk budgeting, and trading decisions. The course offers both theory and hands-on experience in quantitative finance and risk management, including financial market microstructure, types of arbitrage, and principles of modeling the price dynamics of financial assets and market risk. The topics covered in this course will help students gain theoretical knowledge and practical skills to work with global financial firms across different asset classes. Students are required to be proficient in Python programming and have knowledge of basic data mining algorithms and techniques.

CRN: 17056

Instructor: Zhao, Yijun
3 credits

Fordham course attributes: CSDA, CSID, DATA, EDDS

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CISC-5550-V21- Cloud Computing
SG2 - GAS Summer Session 2 JUN 30, 2026 - AUG 04, 2026
V - Virtual (online courses only): TR, 06:00PM - 09:00PM

This course provides the needed knowledge to understand the technologies and services that enable cloud computing, discusses different types of cloud computing models and investigates security and legal issues associated with cloud computing. Topics include Cloud infrastructure components and interfaces, essential characteristics of Cloud platforms, common deployment modes, techniques for deploying and scaling cloud resources and security implication of cloud resources.

CRN: 15121

Instructor: Ji, Zhou
3 credits

Fordham course attributes: CSNS, CSSS, CYAI, CYSM, DATA, EDDS

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CISC-6080-V31- Capstone Proj. in Data Science
SG3 - GAS Summer Session 3 MAY 26, 2026 - AUG 04, 2026
V - Virtual (online courses only): T, 06:00PM - 09:00PM

The goal of this class is to sharpen students’ skills in data science by designing and implementing a capstone project. Through this class, students should gain a deep understanding of state-of-the-art data science technologies and current knowledge. Students are required to finish a large capstone project and are expected to present and write one or more research papers in this class.

CRN: 15098

Instructor: Weiss, Gary
3 credits

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CISC-6500-V11- Bioinformatics
SG1 - GAS Summer Session 1 MAY 26, 2026 - JUN 25, 2026
V - Virtual (online courses only): MW, 06:00PM - 09:00PM

This course studies the relation of (interaction between) molecular biology and information science and the impact and applications of combinatorics, computing, and informatics on the biomedical sciences and clinical processes. Topics include: DNA sequence and alignment, database searching and data analysis, phylogenetic analysis and evolution, genomic and proteomics, structure and function, gene regulatory networks and metabolic pathways, microarray technology, and gene expression algorithms.

CRN: 15122

Instructor: INSTRUCTOR, NO
3 credits

Fordham course attributes: CSAT, CSDA, DATA

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CISC-6600-L31- Cloud Computing Security
SG3 - GAS Summer Session 3 MAY 26, 2026 - AUG 04, 2026
YL - Hybrid LC/Online: S, 02:00PM - 06:30PM

Cloud computing has evolved as a very emerging computing model and is now becoming a backbone of the IT industry and business, opening the opportunity for on-demand, highly elastic, and infinite computing power with scalability and supporting the delivery of mission-critical enterprise applications and services. Security poses significant challenges in cloud computing environments. This course starts with ground-up coverage on the high-level concepts of cloud landscape, architectural principles, techniques, and real-world best practices applied to cloud service providers and consumers. Then, the course will describe the cloud security architecture, security problems, and techniques, and explore the guiding security design principles and industry security standards. Finally, the course delves deep into the secure cloud architectural aspects, including comprehensive data protection, end-to-end identity management and access control, and monitoring and auditing processes. The course will have project works on important problems providing exposure to scientific research in cloud computing security.

CRN: 15100

Instructor: INSTRUCTOR, NO
3 credits

Fordham course attributes: CSCY, CYAI, CYOP, CYSM, DCCF

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CISC-6640-L31- Privacy & Security in Big Data
SG3 - GAS Summer Session 3 MAY 26, 2026 - AUG 04, 2026
YL - Hybrid LC/Online: U, 09:00AM - 01:00PM

This course targets the security and privacy issues associated with systems that process and store large amounts of data. The main concern is to process this data in a timely manner without compromising security and privacy of the users. Real world examples will be studied and analyzed to enable students to apply the suitable technological tools and techniques to protect the system and evaluate the suggested solutions. Covered topics include access control mechanisms, privacy protocol and methods, data confidentiality and integrity, security challenges and attacks on big data systems.

CRN: 16534

Instructor: Bhuiyan, Zakirul Alam
3 credits

Fordham course attributes: CSAT, CSCY, CYAI, CYSM, DATA, DCCF

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CISC-6750-V11- IOT Forensics and Security
SG1 - GAS Summer Session 1 MAY 26, 2026 - JUN 25, 2026
V - Virtual (online courses only): MW, 06:00PM - 09:00PM

With the exponential growth of Internet of Things (IoT) technology, the forensic examination and security of these objects has garnered increased attention. Moreover, digital forensic examiners have been presented with a unique set of challenges in order to understand how such devices secure, store and process data. This course is structured utilizing modules which will provide students with extensive hands experience in an interactive lab environment that will delve into the issues in IoT forensics and security. Through experimental testing participants will investigate and review the security of home IoT devices. The testing will include: traffic capture, device scanning and the analysis of wireless signals. In addition, a review and analysis of privacy exposure will be conducted, outlining the security vectors and malware used to attack and control IoT devices. Subsequent modules will be comprised of explanation, theory and numerous hands on exercises, culminating in discussion regarding the IoT technology stack and how it impacts digital forensics. Through use of existing digital forensic tools and methodology, we will introduce students to the application of digital forensics in the IoT framework by examining ordinary home devices. Examinations will provide students with hands on experience into a hunt for artifacts, identifying formats of stored data, encoding methods, while documenting their efforts throughout the process. Respective analysis of collection techniques, device workflow and the object data repositories will provide participants with an understanding of the full forensic value of these devices.

CRN: 17057

Instructor: Rahouti, Mohamed
3 credits

Fordham course attributes: CSCY, CSNS, CSSS, CYOP, CYSM

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CISC-6081-V31- Data Science Practicum
SG3 - GAS Summer Session 3 MAY 26, 2026 - AUG 04, 2026
V - Virtual (online courses only): Asynchronous

This course is for students who desire experience in applying the knowledge and skills acquired in their coursework and laboratory sessions. Students are responsible for arranging a practicum/internship with a business or organization that is related to data science.

CRN: 15099

Instructor: TBA
3 credits

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CISC-6085-L02- Master's Thesis MSDS I
SG3 - GAS Summer Session 3 MAY 26, 2026 - AUG 04, 2026
V - Virtual (online courses only): Asynchronous

Students have the option to pursue a master’s thesis. This course serves as the first of the two required courses for completing an M.S. thesis. Students are responsible for finding a thesis advisor and collaboratively selecting a thesis topic. The work undertaken should sufficiently demonstrate the student’s mastery of the subject matter. Additionally, an oral defense is mandatory as part of the completion process.

CRN: 16346

Instructor: TBA
3 credits

Fordham course attributes: CSCY, CSNS, CSSS, CYOP, CYSM

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CISC-6085-L31- Master's Thesis MSDS I
SG3 - GAS Summer Session 3 MAY 26, 2026 - AUG 04, 2026
V - Virtual (online courses only): Asynchronous

Students have the option to pursue a master’s thesis. This course serves as the first of the two required courses for completing an M.S. thesis. Students are responsible for finding a thesis advisor and collaboratively selecting a thesis topic. The work undertaken should sufficiently demonstrate the student’s mastery of the subject matter. Additionally, an oral defense is mandatory as part of the completion process.

CRN: 15550

Instructor: TBA

Fordham course attributes: CSCY, CSNS, CSSS, CYOP, CYSM

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CISC-6086-L01- Master's Thesis MSDS II
SG3 - GAS Summer Session 3 MAY 26, 2026 - AUG 04, 2026
V - Virtual (online courses only): Asynchronous

Students have the option to pursue a master’s thesis. This course serves as the second of the two required courses for completing an M.S. thesis. Students are responsible for finding a thesis advisor and collaboratively selecting a thesis topic. The work undertaken should sufficiently demonstrate the student’s mastery of the subject matter. Additionally, an oral defense is mandatory as part of the completion process.

CRN: 16247

Instructor: TBA

Fordham course attributes: CSCY, CSNS, CSSS, CYOP, CYSM

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CISC-6091-L31- CYBERSECURITY PRACTICUM
SG3 - GAS Summer Session 3 MAY 26, 2026 - AUG 04, 2026
V - Virtual (online courses only): Asynchronous

This course is for students who desire experience in applying the knowledge and skills acquired in their course work and laboratory sessions. Students are responsible for arranging a practicum/internship with a business or organization that is related to cybersecurity.

CRN: 15546

Instructor: TBA

Fordham course attributes: CSCY, CSNS, CSSS, CYOP, CYSM

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CISC-6095-L01- Master's Thesis in MSCY I
SG3 - GAS Summer Session 3 MAY 26, 2026 - AUG 04, 2026
V - Virtual (online courses only): Asynchronous

Exceptional students may choose to write a master's thesis. The thesis topic must be approved by the Department Graduate Committee. The work should adequately demonstrate the student's proficiency in the subject material. A thesis supervisor will be assigned by the department and an oral defense is required.

CRN: 16279

Instructor: TBA

Fordham course attributes: CSCY, CSNS, CSSS, CYOP, CYSM

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CISC-6098-L01- M.S. Computer Science Thesis I
SG3 - GAS Summer Session 3 MAY 26, 2026 - AUG 04, 2026
V - Virtual (online courses only): Asynchronous

Exceptional students may choose to write a master's thesis. The thesis topic must be approved by the Department Graduate Committee. The work should adequately demonstrate the student's proficiency in the subject material. A thesis supervisor will be assigned by the department and an oral defense is required. The student should take this course as the first of two thesis courses.

CRN: 16223

Instructor: TBA

Fordham course attributes: CSCY, CSNS, CSSS, CYOP, CYSM

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CISC-6098-L02- M.S. Computer Science Thesis I
SG3 - GAS Summer Session 3 MAY 26, 2026 - AUG 04, 2026
V - Virtual (online courses only): Asynchronous

Exceptional students may choose to write a master's thesis. The thesis topic must be approved by the Department Graduate Committee. The work should adequately demonstrate the student's proficiency in the subject material. A thesis supervisor will be assigned by the department and an oral defense is required. The student should take this course as the first of two thesis courses.

CRN: 16224

Instructor: TBA

Fordham course attributes: CSCY, CSNS, CSSS, CYOP, CYSM

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CISC-6098-L03- M.S. Computer Science Thesis I
SG3 - GAS Summer Session 3 MAY 26, 2026 - AUG 04, 2026
V - Virtual (online courses only): Asynchronous

Exceptional students may choose to write a master's thesis. The thesis topic must be approved by the Department Graduate Committee. The work should adequately demonstrate the student's proficiency in the subject material. A thesis supervisor will be assigned by the department and an oral defense is required. The student should take this course as the first of two thesis courses.

CRN: 16248

Instructor: TBA

Fordham course attributes: CSCY, CSNS, CSSS, CYOP, CYSM

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CISC-6099-L01- MS CS THESIS II
SG3 - GAS Summer Session 3 MAY 26, 2026 - AUG 04, 2026
V - Virtual (online courses only): Asynchronous

Exceptional students may choose to write a master's thesis. The thesis topic must be approved by the Department Graduate Committee. The work should adequately demonstrate the student's proficiency in the subject material. A thesis supervisor will be assigned by department and an oral defense is required. The student should take this course as the second of the two thesis courses.

CRN: 16227

Instructor: TBA

Fordham course attributes: CSCY, CSNS, CSSS, CYOP, CYSM

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