Information Systems & Technologies Information Systems & Technologies PROGRAM: INFORMATION SYSTEMS & TECHNOLOGIES MINOR FOR NON-BUSINESS MAJORS General Requirements: • A major outside the College of Business and Economics. • Approval of a minor program by the Information Systems & Technologies department. A 2.5 GPA in minor courses. Specific Requirements (35 credit hours): Alternative A: for application programmers and systems analysts • Required courses (30 credit hours): Acctg 201 (3), 202 (3); IS&T 210 (5), 211 (4), 212 (4), 220 (4), 365 (4), 374 (4). • Elective courses (4 credit hours from the following): IS&T 320 (4), 370 (4), 465 (4), 474 (4). Alternative B: for information specialists and network administrators • Required courses (31 credit hours): Acctg 201 (3), IS&T 210 (5), 212 (4), 350 (4), 365 (4), 370 (4), 420 (4); LibSci 315(3). • Elective courses (minimum of 4 credit hours): IS&T 430 (4), 435 (4), 465 (4), 480 (4). INFORMATION SYSTEMS & TECHNOLOGIES COURSES-IS&T 210. Computer Essentials I (5) A, W, S Introduces the methods of structured 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) A,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: IS&T 210. 212. Computer Essentials III (4) A, W, 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: IS&T 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: IS&T 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. 320. Advanced COBOL Programming (4) A, W Computer programming of commercial data processing applications. A continuation of IS&T 220; techniques include the use of the advanced features of the COBOL language. Emphasis on structured programming techniques. Prerequisites: IS&T 211,212, 220, or equivalent preparation. 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) A, W, S 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: IS&T 212. 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: IS&T 212 or Comsci 302 and 310 or equivalent preparation. 370. Data Communications (4) A, 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 Networks); and information presentation. Prerequisites: IS&T 365 and 374. 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: IS&T 212 and Acctg 202, or Acct 311, or Comsci 302, or equivalent preparation. 420. Local Area Networks Technologies (4) W, 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: IS&T 370 or Comsci 371. 430. Network Administration (4) A, W 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. Prerequisites: IS&T 370 or Comsci 371. 435. Internetworking (4) 5 This course will give students a broader view of the computer network world. Topics include Information Highway, Internet & TCP/IP protocols, FDDI, SNMP, NetWare Dial-in/Dial-out connectivity, Microsoft Windows NT and Windows NT Advanced Server. Prerequisite: IS&T 370. 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: IS&T 365 and 374. 474. Systems Analysis and Design II (4) A, W, S Provides advanced study in systems development using structured analysis and design techniques. Emphasis is on structured development techniques and their application and documentation of effort. Students work in groups to produce an actual information systems product. Prerequisites: IS&T 365; IS&T 350 or 374. 480. Individual Projects and Research (2-5) This course is open only to senior Information Systems & Technologies majors. Will be required to complete an individual project, program, system, or research which will enhance the student's skills and marketability. Prerequisite: Senior standing and acceptance of the student's proposal by the faculty. 489. Cooperative Work Experience (2-5) A continuation of IS&T 289. 492. Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes and Special Programs (1-4) Consult the quarterly class schedule for the current offering under this number. The specific title and credit authorized will appear on the student transcript. 493. Variable Topics (4) A, W, S Consult the quarterly class schedule for the current offering under this number. The specific title and credit authorized will appear on the student transcript. 499. Information Systems & Technologies Seminar (4) A, W, S A seminar course for seniors applying the principles of management specifically to the needs of the information systems management function. The course will emphasize planning, organizing, and controlling the information systems environment, including development In addition, students will study the ethical aspects of information systems including privacy, reliability and appropriate use. Prerequisite: Senior standing in IS&T. 520. Information Technology for Management (4) W This course provides managers with the knowledge and skills with which to compete in world markets that are increasingly technological, rapidly evolving, and constantly changing. The primary objective of this class is to train managers in the exploitation of information technology for competitive advantage to move them to the forefront of innovative organizations. Prerequisite: Senior standing or permission of instructor. 530. Information Technology Planning: Strategy & Process (4) S This course will give the student a perspective of the strategy and process for assimilating information technology (IT) resources into a firm's operations, and to exploit that technology for competitive advantage. Topics include the relationship of IT to the corporate plan, phases of technology assimilation and a framework for orderly and consistent change as technology matures, and how a firm's competitive strategies influence investment in IT. Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to identify the particular strategic importance of IT to an organization, analyze the importance of IT in relation to general management culture and style, integrate a broad range of technologies in the planning process, and tailor the planning approach for IT based on the level of technology assimilation and the competitive strategy being adopted. 662. Databases & Information Systems (4) A, W This course covers the role of database technology in information systems. Through hands-on and conceptual knowledge, the student will learn how databases are used to construct and operate information systems designed to support decision making. Various aspects of database systems including both correct methods and problems encountered during the design, implementation and operation of database systems will be covered. The student will gain hands-on familiarity with a relational database system. Prerequisite: Admittance to MPAcc program and Beas 170 or successful completion of the College of Business & Economics Computer Competency Exam or equivalent experience. Science 150 151