CSC105

Research Project Topics

CSC 105 – Computer Applications and Systems

You must pick one of the following topics for your RESEARCH PROJECT.

The “Research Project Requirements” handout (in the “Research Project” folder in the SHARED FILES area of Campus Cruiser) contains complete details about the requirements of this assignment. The DUE DATE of the Research Project is listed on your Course Schedule.

4 What is artificial intelligence and what is AI’s future in computers? DO NOT discuss the history of AI.

6 Discuss ergonomics as it relates to computers and its effect on humans.

12 What is biometrics as it relates to computers? Include uses, advantages, and disadvantages of each.

15 Discuss computer equipment and/or software designed for people with disabilities.

16 How can a web site be set up to help people with disabilities access the information on the web site?

17 Discuss system care for computer hardware devices. List the device and then what you should do to care for that particular device.

19 Discuss the different types of firewalls, when they are needed and how they protect a computer from hackers. List the names of companies that sell firewalls along with their cost.

20 Discuss speech recognition including the advantages and disadvantages.

22 What computer programs are used by a Firefighter? Do not give me a general overview. Discuss TWO or THREE specific software programs used by someone in this profession.

23 What computer programs are used by someone in the Physical Education area? Do not give me a general overview. Discuss TWO or THREE specific software programs used by someone in this profession.

24 What computer programs are used by someone in the Graphic Design field? Do not give me a general overview. Discuss TWO or THREE specific software programs used by someone in this profession.

25 How are computers are used by Nurses? Do not give me a general overview. Discuss TWO or THREE different software programs used by a Nurse.

26 What computer programs are used by Doctors (pick one: surgeon, internist, regular MD, etc) in the Medical field? Do not give me a general overview. Discuss TWO or THREE different software programs used by a Doctor.

27 What computer programs are used by a Radiologist? Do not give me a general overview. Discuss TWO or THREE different software programs used by a Radiologist.

28 What computer programs are used by a Physical Therapist? Do not give me a general overview. Discuss TWO or THREE different software programs used by someone in this profession.

29 What computer programs are used in the Biology field? Do not give me a general overview. Discuss TWO or THREE different software programs used by someone in this profession.

30 What computer programs are used by a Dancer? Do not give me a general overview. Discuss TWO or THREE specific software programs used by someone in this profession.

31 What computer programs are used in the Engineering field (pick one: electrical, mechanical, civil, etc)? Do not give me a general overview. Discuss TWO or THREE different software programs used by someone in this profession.

32 What computer programs are used in the Criminal Justice field? Do not give me a general overview. Discuss TWO or THREE different software programs used by someone in this profession.

33 What computer programs are used in the Accounting field? Do not give me a general overview. Discuss TWO or THREE software programs used by someone in this profession.

34 What computer programs are used by an Artist? Do not give me a general overview. Discuss TWO or THREE software programs used by someone in this profession.

35 What computer programs are used by a grade school teacher? Do not give me a general overview. Discuss TWO or THREE software programs used by someone in this profession.

36 What computer programs are used by someone in the Construction field? Do not give me a general overview. Pick a specific field (i.e. plumber, electrician, carpenter, etc). Discuss TWO or THREE software programs used by someone in this profession.

37 What computer programs are used by someone in the Theatre? Do not give me a general overview. Discuss TWO or THREE software programs used by someone in this profession.

38 What computer programs are used by someone in the Fashion Industry? Do not give me a general overview. Discuss TWO or THREE software programs used by someone in this profession.

39 What computer programs are used by a paralegal or lawyer? Do not give me a general overview. Discuss TWO or THREE software programs used by someone in this profession.

40 What computer programs are used by an X-ray technician? Do not give me a general overview. Discuss TWO or THREE specific software programs used by someone in this profession.

41 What computer programs are used by someone in the Music field? Do not give me a general overview. Discuss TWO or THREE specific software programs used by someone in this profession.

42 What computer programs are used by someone in the Psychology field? Do not give me a general overview. Discuss TWO or THREE specific software programs used by someone in this profession.

43 What computer programs are used by someone in the Automotive Technology field? Do not give me a general overview. Discuss TWO or THREE specific software programs used by someone in this profession.

44 What computer programs are used by someone in the Communications or Journalism field? Do not give me a general overview. Discuss TWO or THREE specific software programs used by someone in this profession.