Computer Information Systems Computer Information Systems • DEPARTMENT OF COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS Chair: Donaldine E. Samson Location: Wattis Business Building, Room 222 Telephone Contact: Karin Crosser 626-6979 Associate Professors: Leonard Nicholas, Donaldine E. Samson, Floyd A.Wilkes; Assistant Professor: Patricia Logan, Zhuolin Yu Description Computer information systems involves the application of computers in information systems and problem solving. The Computer Information Systems department teaches the use of computer programming, systems analysis, and systems design skills in applying the computer to business operations and activities. The Computer Information Systems program teaches the knowledge and skills necessary to prepare a student for employment in systems analysis, systems design, and computer applications in a business environment. A bachelors degree provides a broad background in basic business knowledge, problem solving, and computer systems analysis and design skills. A two-year associate of science degree in computer information systems prepares a student for entry-level positions in computer programming and systems design in the computing industry. All Computer Information Systems students are required to meet with a faculty advisor at least annually for course and program advisement. If this requirement is not met, the student may not be allowed to register for classes within their major. PROGRAM: COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS MAJOR-BACHELOR DEGREE General Requirements: • WSU Core Requirements (see index). • General Education Requirements (see index). College of Business and Economics Requirements: See College of Business and Economics Advanced Standing Requirements section of the catalog. Major Requirements (minimum of 44 credit hours): Alternative A: for application programmers and systems analysts • Required courses (36 credit hours): CIS 210 (4), 211 (4), 212 (4), 220 (4), 365 (4), 374 (4), 410 (4), 474 (4), 499 (4). • Group A elective courses (minimum of 4 credit hours): CIS 360 (4), 420 (4), 465 (4), 493 (4). • Group B elective courses (minimum of 4 credit hours): A second Group A elective, 480 (4), 481 (4), 493 (4), 520 (4). Alternative B: for information specialists and network administrators • Required courses (39 credit hours); CIS 210 (4), 212 (4), 350 (4), 365 (4), 374 (4), 410 (4) 420 (4), 474 (4), 499 (4); LibSci310(3). • Elective courses (minimum of 7 credit hours): CIS 430 (4), 465 (4), 480 (4); Mktg 330 (4); LibSci 315 (3), 320 (3). PROGRAM: COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS- ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE DEGREE General Requirements: • WSU Core Requirements (see index). • General Education Requirements (see index). College of Business and Economics Requirements: • See College of Business and Economics section of the catalog. Specific Requirements (minimum of 36 credit hours): • Required courses (28 credit hours): CIS 210 (4), 211 (4), 212 (4), 220 (4), 360 (4), 365 or 374 (4), 410 (4). • Elective courses (minimum of 8 hours): CIS 365 (4), 374 (4), 420 (4), 460 (4), 465 (4), 474 (4). PROGRAM: COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS MINOR FOR NON-BUSINESS MAJORS General Requirements: • A major outside the School of Business and Economics. • Approval of a minor program by the Computer Information Systems department. • A 2.5 GPA in minor courses. Specific Requirements (33 credit hours): Alternative A: for application programmers and systems analysts • Required courses (30 credit hours): Acctg 201 (3), 202 (3); CIS 210 (4), 211 (4), 212 (4), 220 (4), 365 (4), 374 (4). • Elective courses (4 credit hours from the following): CIS 360 (4), 410 (4), 420 (4), 460 (4), 465 (4), 474 (4). Alternative B: for information specialists and network administrators • Required courses (30 credit hours): Acctg 201 (3), CIS 210 (4), 212 (4), 350 (4), 365 (4), 410 (4), 420 (4); LibSci 310 (3). • Elective courses (minimum of 3 credit hours): CIS 430 (4), 465 (4), 480 (4); LibSci 315 (3), 320 (3). M COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS COURSES-CIS 210. Computer Essentials I (4) A, W Introduces the methods of structure design for computer programming and the application of these methods in computer programming practice. The student will also learn the fundamentals of a structured programming language. Prerequisite: Passing grade on Computer Competency Exam. 211. Computer Essentials II (4) W, S Second course in the Computer Essentials sequence. This course will cover file structures and organization techniques and data structures used to support file structures and program structures. Prerequisite CIS 210. 212. Computer Essentials III (4) A, S Third course in the Computer Essentials sequence. This course discusses computer hardware and software components. A review of the interaction between hardware and software will be covered as will the function of various operating systems currently in wide use in computer environments. Prerequisite: CIS 210. 220. COBOL Programming (4) A, S Introduction to the COBOL programming language using structured programming techniques. Program development techniques oriented to commercial data processing problems. Prerequisite: CIS 210. 289. Cooperative Work Experience (1-5) Open to students meeting criteria established from time to time by the department and on file either in this department or the cooperative education office. Provides academic credit for on- the-job experience. Grade and amount of credit will be determined by the department. See College of Business and Economics Registration Restrictions before registering for courses numbered 301 and above. 340. Management Information Systems (4) A, W, S This course will cover the role and functions of information systems in organizations. The strategic use of information to promote competitive or operational position in the marketplace will be studied. The developmental process for information systems will be covered including information flows within the organization, user information requirements analysis, and the role of systems analysts, programmers, and other information systems specialists in the development process. Managing the information systems environment will also be discussed. Prerequisites: Mgmt 312; Mktg 301; Fin 320. 350. Advanced PC Hardware/Software (4) This course will provide knowledge necessary for a person to provide microcomputer support to an organization. It will cover advanced topics such as hardware and software selection, evaluation, benchmarking, installation, and trouble-shooting, as well as interfacing and optimizing computing resources. Students will learn about advanced operating systems features and how to use diagnostic tools so that they can apply appropriate techniques in critical troubleshooting situations. Students who complete this course will have a foundation for providing user help-desk or consultative support to an organization that uses microcomputers for business operations. Prerequisite: CIS 212. 360. Advanced COBOL Programming (4) A, S Computer programming of commercial data processing applications. A continuation of CIS 220; techniques include the use of the advanced features of the COBOL language. Emphasis on structured programming techniques. Prerequisites: CIS 211, 212, 220, or equivalent preparation. 365. Introduction to Database Concepts (4) A, S Introduction to database systems. A comprehensive study of the concepts, techniques, and architecture of commercial database systems. Prerequisite: CIS 211, 212 and 220 or CS 302 and CS 310 or equivalent preparation. 374. Systems Analysis and Design (4) A, W, S Feasibility study, analysis, design, computer selection, implementation, performance monitoring, and prototyping for systems analysis with 4th generation language applications. Prerequisites: CIS 211, 212, 220, and Acctg 202, or Acctg 311, or CS 302, or equivalent preparation. 410. Distributed Information Systems (4) W, S A comprehensive examination of the managerial and technological issues of distributed information systems. Course emphasis will be emerging standards for interoperability in data communications and network management for LANs (Local Area Networks) and WANs (Wide Area Network); and information presentation. Prerequisites: CIS 360, 365, 374. 420. Distributed Systems Development (4) S Approaches to designing and implementing systems in a distributed environment where information processing occurs at geographically different locations. Features of distributed information systems will be discussed including interconnection of LAN's, database design, and allocation of resources across the network. Prerequisite CIS 410. 430. Network Administration (4) This class will provide students with theory of network administration as well as hands-on experience with Novell's NetWare. Topics include directory structures, printing services, workstation utilities, system security, and backup and maintenance procedures. Upon completion of this class, students will understand the activities and procedures necessary to manage a local area network in an organization. 465. Advanced Database Methodologies (4) A, W Database concepts for management information systems as applied in the management and application of database systems for mainframe computers. Prerequisite: CIS 365 and 374. Student Services Science 148 149