General Information COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS COURSES-CIS Cfl PD170. Microcomputer Applications in Business (4) A general introduction to the use of microcomputers and microcomputer software in business. Includes an introduction to file structure and design, database concepts, financial spreadsheets, graphics, 4GL/5GL software products, and other microcomputer software. 210. Structured Programming Techniques (formerly 150) (3) Introduces the methods of structure design for computer programming and the application of these methods in computer programming practice. Prerequisite: CIS PD170. 220. COBOL Programming (formerly 160) (4) Introduction to the COBOL programming language using structured programming techniques. Program development techniques oriented to commercial data processing problems. Prerequisite: CIS 210. 300. Introduction to Database Systems (3) The study of database systems and architecture. The requirement for designing, implementing, and maintaining a database using current software available for microcomputer and mainframe systems. This course cannot be used to satisfy requirements for a major in the School of Business and Economics. Prerequisite: CIS PD170. All students must have advanced standing to register for all courses numbered 301 and above. Prerequisites other than advanced standing courses must also be taken by all students. 360. Advanced COBOL Programming (4) Computer programming of commercial data processing applications. A continuation of CIS 160; techniques include the use of the advanced features of the COBOL language. Emphasis on structured programming techniques. Prerequisites: CIS 220, 374. 365. Introduction to Database Concepts (4) Introduction to database systems. A comprehensive study of the concepts, techniques, and architecture of commercial database systems. Prerequisite: CIS 220. 374. Systems Analysis and Design (4) Feasibility study, analysis, design, computer selection, implementation, performance monitoring, and prototyping for systems analysis with 4th generation language applications. Prerequisites: CIS 220, Acctg 230. 410. Microcomputer Systems (4) Comparisons of hardware, software, operating systems, and the interfacing of devices to microcomputers including some popular personal computers. Three lectures, one lab. Prerequisite: COMSCI 215. 465. Advanced Database Methodologies (4) Database concepts for management information systems as applied in the management and application of database systems for mainframe computers. Prerequisites: CIS 365, COMSCI 302. 474 Systems Analysis and Design II (4) Provides advanced study in systems development using structured analysis and design techniques. Emphasis is on techniques for producing logical entities applied in the development of computer information systems. Prerequisite.' CIS 374. 480. Individual Projects and Research (2-5) This course is open only to senior computer information systems 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) 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. 499. Computer Information Systems Seminar (3) 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 and for information systems development projects. Subject matter will be covered through lectures, readings, discussions, and case studies. Three lectures. Prerequisites: CIS 360, 474. NOTE: Computer information systems courses require a significant amount of data entry through a video display terminal Because of this, keyboarding skill is strongly recommended DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMICS Chair: Michael B. Vaughan Location: Wattis Business Building, Room 226 Telephone: 626-6066 Professors: Richard M. Alston, James Smith, Wan Fu Chi, Dix Cloward, Elden E. Liechty; Associate Professors: Dan A. Fuller, John Hoftyzer, Scott Thompson, Michael B. Vaughan. Description Economics provides general analysis of and preparation for decision making where resource constraints are present. As such, economists are found in such diverse fields as investment banking, securities analysis, corporate finance, law, politics, and environmental regulation as well as government and academia. Education The career field selected will determine the educational goals a student must set Students with bachelors degrees in economics are often employed in private business firms in the financial, retailing, and industrial sectors of the economy. A degree in economics is also regarded by graduate schools as excellent preparation for advanced work toward an MBA or a degree in law as well as a Ph.D. in a number of business fields such as finance and international business. PROGRAM: BUSINESS ECONOMICS MAJOR-BACHELOR DEGREE College Requirements: • Specific course requirements of the college (see index). School of Business and Economics Requirements: • See School of Business and Economics section of the catalog. Major Requirements (minimum of 35 credit hours): • Required courses (8 credit hours): Econ 301 (4), 302 (4). • Elective courses (minimum of 27 credit hours): Select from Econ SS274 (5), 303 (4), 309 (4), 311 (4), 320 (4), 340 (5), 430 (4), 455 (4), 480 (1-2), 532 (4). • Students may enhance their program by selecting a maximum of two non-economics courses to be included in these 27 hours. These must be upper-division courses (numbered 301-400) in related disciplines, and they must be approved by the department chair. PROGRAM: GENERAL ECONOMICS MAJOR-BACHELOR OF ARTS DEGREE (SOCIAL SCIENCE EMPHASIS) College Requirements: • Bachelor degree general education requirements (see index). • A minor is required. School of Business and Economics Requirements: • Students must satisfy the School of Business and Economics advanced standing requirement (23 credit hours). This requirement is Acctg 201 (3); CIS PD170 (4); Econ SSlOl (5), 102 (3); Quant 240 (4), 260 (4). Major Requirements (minimum of 45 credit hours): • Required courses (19 credit hours): Econ 102 (3), 301 (4), 302 (4), 309 (4); Quant 261 (4). • Elective courses (minimum of 8 credit hours): Econ SS274 (5), 292 (1-6), 303 (4), 311 (4), 320 (4), 340 (5), 430 (4), 455 (4), 532 (4), 480 (1-2), 492 (1-6). • Support courses required (minimum of 18 credit hours): One of the following: Mgmt 330 (4), 325 (4); or Mktg 301 (4). Select at least one class from each of the following groups: . Law: Poise 401 (5); Bus Adm 320 (4). • Philosophy: Engl 388 (3); Philo 116 (5). • Organization: Econ 532 (4); Mgmt 301 (4); Poise SS110 (5), SSI 11 (4), 370 (5), 375 (4). • International Studies: Econ 311 (4); Hist 433 (5), 440 (5), 451 (3), 459 (3), 461 (5), SS470 (5); Poise 383 (3), 448 (5). PROGRAM: ECONOMICS HONORS OPTION General Requirements: • Enroll in General Honors Program and complete at least 10 hours of general honors courses (see the Interdisciplinary Programs section of the catalog). • Maintain an overall GPA of 3.3 • Fulfill requirements for Economics Department major (given above). Specific Requirements: In fulfilling requirements for an economics honors major, students must take at least 14 hours of economics courses on an honors basis, 2 hours of which must be completed as a senior project (Honors 499). Either Economics 301 or 302 must be taken on an honors basis. The student may receive economics honors credit in any upper-division or graduate-level economics course. Permission from the department chair must be obtained before registering in a course for honors credit A written agreement must also be reached with the appropriate professor regarding the work expected for honors credit. (See the Interdisciplinary Programs section of the catalog.) PROGRAM: ECONOMICS TEACHING MINOR General Requirements: • A grade of 2.50 or better in minor courses. Specific Requirements: (minimum of 30 credit hours): • Required courses (13 credit hours): Econ SSlOl (5), 102 (3), 274 (5). • Elective courses (11 credit hours): Courses must be approved by department chair prior to taking the courses. • Support courses required (6 credit hours): Commun 102 (3) or its equivalent and Educ 450 (3). CENTER FOR ECONOMIC EDUCATION The Department has established a Center for Economic Education. Its basic function is to help educators in secondary and elementary schools improve their understanding and knowledge of economics. This will assist them in providing their students with the fundamental economic tools needed to evaluate complex national and international events that are a part of their daily existence. Student Services Interdisc. Programs Allied Health Sciences Arts& Humanities ■ -i"-;1'- Mil Business & Economics ECONOMICS COURSES-ECON m Education SSlOl. Principles of Economics (5) Basic institutions of the economy, production of goods, standards of living, the exchange economy, introduction to macroeconomics, national income, and levels of employment 102. Principles of Economics (3) Introduction to microeconomics. Value and price of goods under varied degrees of competition and the distribution of income to wages, interest rent and profits. SS274. Economic History of the United States (5) A critical study of the growth and development of American society and its institutions. Natural Sciences Social Sciences 292. Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes, and Special Programs (1-6) To provide flexibility and to meet many different needs, a number of specific offerings are possible using this catalog number. When the number is used, it will be accompanied by a brief and specific descriptive Technology title. The specific title with the credit authorized for the particular offering will appear on the student transcript 100 101 Continuing Education