Elective Course (4 credit hours) Select one of the following 1ST 3210 Database Design & Implementation (4) 1ST 3610 Networks and Data Communications I (4) Course Requirements for Minor Business Majors (20 credit hours) Courses Required (17 credit hours) 1ST 2110 Software Development I (3) 1ST 2410 Information Systems Architecture (3) 1ST 2720 Data Structures & Algorithms (3) 1ST 3210 Database Design & Implementation (4) 1ST 3610 Networks and Data Communications I (4) Elective Course (3 credit hours) Select one of the following 1ST 3620 Networks and Data Communications II (3) 1ST 3700 E-business Technologies & Web Development (3) 1ST 3720 Software Development II (3) Information Systems & Technologies bis emphasis » Program Prerequisite: 1ST TE2010. Also refer to Bachelor of Integrated Studies (BIS) requirements. » Grade Requirements: Each 1ST class must be completed with a grade of C- or better, and the overall GPA for 1ST classes must be at least 2.5. » Credit Hour Requirements: 24 hours of 1ST courses selected in consultation with an 1ST advisor. Course Prerequisites, Advisement and Admission Requirements Refer to the 1ST Minor requirements in the previous column. Suggested Courses 1ST 2110 Software Development I (3) 1ST 2410 Information Systems Architecture (3) 1ST 3110 Information Technology for Busines s (3) 1ST 3210 Database Design & Implementation (4) 1ST 3610 Networks and Data Communications I (4) 1ST 3700 E-business Technologies & Web Development (3) plus one of: 1ST 3620 Networks and Data Communications II (3) 1ST 3720 Software Development II (3) INFORMATION SYSTEMS & TECHNOLOGIES COURSES - 1ST Information Systems & Technologies courses require a significant amount of computer work and telecommunications. It is strongly recommended that all majors acquire a personal computer with Internet access and develop good keyboarding skills. 1ST SSI 100. The Wired Society (3) Su, F, Sp The explosive growth of information technologies in general, and the Internet in particular, has irreversibly changed the way we work and play. This course prepares students to be knowledgeable citizens of cyberspace. It reviews our social institutions and how they are being impacted by information technology as well as the ways in which technology has been shaped by our social institutions. The course also provides hands-on experience with a variety of Internet tools. 223 1ST TE2010. Business Computer Skills (1) Su, F, Sp This course prepares all students in business and economics to demonstrate current competence in desktop software commonly used in the business environment. The course covers computer competencies students will use in their business functional and cross-functional core courses, using more complex features of desktop software. It is followed by a hands-on exam that tests these competencies. Completion of 1ST TE2010 and an Information Literacy course (BSAD TD2704 or LIBS TD2704, or LIBS TD1704, or TBE TD1504) meets the WSU computer and information literacy requirement. Prerequisite: TBE TE1700 or equivalent knowledge. To establish equivalent knowledge, take the Prerequisite Assessment accessed from the 1ST TE2010 link: http://www.weber.edu/SBE/IST_2010_Prerequisite.html. 1ST 2015. Introduction to Information Systems & Technologies (1) F, Sp This course introduces the student to the role played by computer technology in business strategy and problem resolution. It also introduces information technologies used in information systems, including: software development, hardware, operating systems, network management, project planning, and career paths. Students will develop their academic 1ST program plan. Lecture series by 1ST Faculty. We recommend that students take 1ST TE2010 prior to this course or take 1ST TE2010 during the same semester. 1ST 2110. Software Development I (3) F, Sp This course introduces the student to the fundamentals of software construction using a contemporary programming language. This includes the IDE (Integrated Development Environment), syntaxes of the language, basic programming constructs, data representation, object concepts, programming flow control and problem solving logic. Students will design, program and debug several business application projects. We recommend that students take 1ST 2015 prior to this course or take 1ST 2015 during the same semester. Prerequisite: MATH QL1050. 1ST 2410. Information Systems Architecture (3) F, Sp This course provides students with a thorough grounding in computer hardware and operating system software, peripheral devices and contemporary information system architecture, including its structure, theory, and applications. We recommend that students take 1ST 2015 prior to this course or take 1ST 2015 during the same semester. 1ST 2720. Data Structures and Algorithms (3) F, Sp This course introduces the basics of specifying abstract data types, control structures and modularization, and using them to design programs. Commonly used data structures and algorithms are studied. Emphasis is made on choosing data structures and algorithms appropriate for solving given business problems. Prerequisite: 1ST 2110. 1ST 2891, 2892, 2893, 2894. Cooperative Work Experience (1-4) F, Sp Open to all associate's degree-seeking students who have been selected to serve an internship in the information technology field or who have identified a special 1ST project with their current employer, subject to approval by the 1ST department. Credit is determined by hours/week of work. 1ST 3110. Information Technology for Business (3) Su, F, Sp This course provides students hands-on experience with information technology tools useful for academic and professional activities. It will prepare students to use information technologies effectively to improve productivity and promote competitive position in the marketplace. Prerequisite: 1ST TE2010, ENGL EN1010 and MATH 1010. General PROFILE ENROLLMENT STUDENT AFFAIRS ACADEMIC INFO DEGREE REQ GENED Engaged Learning 8 Interdisciplinary OUR/CBL HNRS/BIS ESL LIBS INTRD MINORS Applied Science 8 Technology AUSV/ATTC CMT CEET/EE CS MFET/ETM MET DGET ENGR IDT SST TBE Arts 8 Humanities MPC/MENG COMM ENGL FL DANC MUSC THEA ART/ARTH Business 8 Econ MBA MACC/MTAX ACTG BS AD/FIN MGMT MKTG SCM ECON/QUAN 1ST Education MSAT/MED CHF AT/HLTH NUTR/PEP/REC HPHP COURSES ATHL/PE EDUC Health Professions MHA/MSN MSRS DENT PAR HTHS HAS/HIM MLS NRSG RADT DMS/NUCM RATH REST Science BTNY CHEM GEO MATH/MTHE MICR PHYS/ASTR ZOOL Social S Behavioral Sciences MCJ/CJ ECON GEOG HIST POLS/PHIL PSY SW/GERT SOC/ANTH AERO MILS NAVS Continuing Ed Davis Campus Weber State University 2011 - 2012 Catalog