110 Introduction to Computer Information Systems (3)
Introductory computer concepts including a brief history of computers and terms, the Windows operating system, browsers and the Internet, and microcomputer applications tools. Not open to students seeking the B.S.B.A. degree.
195 The Information Society at Work (3)
The impact of computer and telecommunications technologies on the way we work; special focus on the individual, organizational, and societal impacts of remote work arrangements.
235 Foundations of Information Technology (3)
Architecture of modern computer systems including peripherals; data communications and networking with fault-tolerant computing; language transition; operating systems software, and utilities.
240 Business Applications Development I (3)
Application of programming principles in business; flowcharting, coding, documentation, and testing; computer architecture and data representation.
251 Management Information Systems (3)
An orientation into the management of computer-based information systems for organizations and problem solving using various application software packages.
293 Topics in Computer Information Systems (1-4, R4)
301 Microcomputer Applications (3)
Hands-on experience with word processing, spreadsheet, database, presentation graphics, and the Internet. Also, hardware, e-commerce, and basic web site development.
304 Business Communications (3)
Application of written, oral, and interpersonal communication theory in business. PREQ: ENGL 102.
335 Enterprise Technology Management (3)
The development, management, and planning of information technologies in the enterprise environment. PREQ: 235.
340 Business Applications Development II (3)
The study of state-of-the-art tools and techniques for developing complex business applications; Web application development; multi-tier client-server; SQL. PREQ: 240.
389 Cooperative Education in Information Systems (l or 3, R15)
See Cooperative Education Program.
403 Business Research and Reports (3)
Identification of research problems; collecting and analyzing data; presenting findings for decisionmaking.
440 Advanced Business Programming Applications (3)
Use of advanced programming techniques to solve business problems and create windows-based applications. PREQ: 240.
453 Database Management Systems (3)
Database processing and application development emphasizing design, implementation, and maintenance of single-user and enterprisewide databases. Design and implementation of a database application. PREQ: 340.
455 Computer Information Systems Analysis and Design (3)
Object-oriented analysis and design. Object identification, problem identification, feasibility, system requirements, prototyping, design-related activities, and formal report writing. PREQ: 340.
465 Applications Development III (3)
Development of client-server business applications using enterprisewide databases and cross platform and cross product functionality and connectivity. PREQ: 453 and 455.
466 Small Business Computing (3)
Technology, software design, programming techniques, system design, and analysis related to mini- and microcomputers. PREQ: 251.
480 Independent Research in Information Systems (3)
PREQ: CIS major; permission of department head.
483 Internship in Information Systems (1-3, R6)
Supervised experience using previously studied theory. S/U grading. PREQ: Sophomore standing, 2.0 GPA, written application, and permission of department head. Minimum of 10 hours per week.
484 Internship in Information Systems (1-3, R6)
Supervised experience using previously studied theory. S/U grading. PREQ: Sophomore standing, 2.0 GPA, written application, and permission of department head. Minimum of 10 hours per week.
485 Internship in Information Systems (1-3, R6)
Supervised experience using previously studied theory. S/U grading. PREQ: Sophomore standing, 2.0 GPA, written application, and permission of department head. Minimum of 10 hours per week.
493 Topics in Information Systems (1-3, R15)
PREQ: Permission of department head.
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