Management Information Systems Courses

This is an introductory course in digital computers and information processing concepts. The focus of this course will be on key components of information systems - people, software, hardware, data, and communication technologies, and how these components can be integrated and managed to create competitive advantage. Additional topics include computer terminology, networks, the Internet, numbering systems, working with operating systems that use graphical user interface (GUI) and command-line interface, algorithm and program development, pseudo code and flow charting. Students will develop professional communication skills while working in collaborative teams. Students will meet in a networked PC classroom for lab and will be assigned projects to be completed outside of class and laboratory time. Successful completion of this course with a grade of C or better is required for further progress in Computer Information Systems degree programs.

Prerequisite(s): MTH Level 6 Placement (or higher) or MTH 098/104/165/higher with a C or higher.

Course Learning Outcomes
1. Identify the major components of an information systems infrastructure.
2. Identify potential information systems career tracks.
3. Evaluate ethical concerns that information systems raise in society.
4. Explain the role of emerging technologies in society.
5. Explain the role information systems has played in the evolution of globalization.
6. Explain how information systems enable new forms of commerce.
7. Convert signed numbers between the decimal, binary and hexadecimal number systems.
8. Formulate an algorithm that uses sequence, decision, and repetition control structures.
9. Express an algorithm in pseudo code or flowchart format.
10. Work effectively in a collaborative team.
11. Communicate research results.

This is a first course in object-oriented programming for the computer information systems student. Emphasis will be placed on problem analysis, documentation, and developing a program to meet given specifications. Topics include: classes and objects, properties and methods, variables, user-defined constants, explicit data type conversions, input validation and exception handling, calculations, sequence, selection, and repetition control structures, built-in and user-defined procedures with parameter passing, one-dimensional arrays, collections, sequential file processing, and database processing. Students will complete several coding assignments during class and lab to reinforce and apply concepts. Major programming projects will be assigned to be completed outside of lab and class

Prerequisite(s): MIS 100 (formerly CIS 100) OR CPT 114, either with a grade of C or higher

Course Learning Outcomes
1. Interpret user specifications to develop an algorithm for a working program design.
2. Convert an algorithm expressed in pseudo code or flowchart form into a working program.
3. Code a modular computer program using an object-oriented programming language.
4. Code an event driven program using an object-oriented programming language.
5. Trace and test code to determine errors and debug a computer program.
6. Code a program applying built-in functions.
7. Code a program referencing class methods and properties.
8. Develop user-defined sub-procedures and functions.
9. Process data stored in a one-dimensional array.
10. Process data in a sequential file.
11. Write internal comments to thoroughly document a computer program.

This course will provide the student with an introduction to programming and design concepts used in developing a Web site. Topics include coding HTML, Cascading Style Sheets, accessibility, programming with JavaScript, multimedia and interactivity, search engine optimization, domain name and web host selection, file transfer protocols, and implementation on a server. Students will develop an interactive, multi page Web site as a portfolio project.

Prerequisite(s): MIS 200 (formerly CIS 200), CSC 101, OR CPT 101 with a grade of C- or higher

Course Learning Outcomes
1. Create interactive Web pages using html.
2. Configure text, color, and page layout with Cascading Style Sheets (CSS).
3. Design Web pages that follow industry best practices standards.
4. Implement a Web site on a server.
5. Code interactive effects with client-side scripts.
6. Design Web pages for search engine optimization.
7. Identify appropriate and available domain names.
8. Research Web hosting options.

A study of the skills required to perform the role of systems analyst. Emphasis will be placed on developing these systems analyst skills as they apply to the designing, developing and implementing business application software that runs on large mainframe to client-server systems. Topics include: project management tools, sampling and investigating hard data, questionnaires, observations, prototyping, developing UML diagrams to graphically depict a system, developing process specifications, designing effective input and output, developing an E-Commerce based business, database design with normalization, and designing effective user interfaces. Students are expected to work on a team project during the entire semester to develop and present a system proposal to the class.

Prerequisite(s): CSC 101 or MIS 200 (formerly CIS 200) with a grade of C or higher.

Course Learning Outcomes
1. Define and use common System Analysis and Design fundamental terminology.
2. Utilize current Analysis and Design tools to graphically characterize processes and flows in a business system.
3. Design and create effective Input/Output including Web pages/forms.
4. Design Logical Databases.
5. Demonstrate the technical and communication skills required for developing a Systems Proposal.

A sound introduction to database concepts with Microsoft Access. Emphasis will be on using Access to build and maintain relational databases. The student will create databases, queries, custom forms, and reports, use macros and modules using the Visual Basic for Applications for programming languages and SQL.

Prerequisite(s): CSC 101 or MIS 200 (formerly CIS 200) with a grade of C or higher

Course Learning Outcomes
1. Define and use common database terminology
2. Determine how data are organized using a database
3. Identify data that are suitable and unsuitable for databases
4. Develop normalized tables
5. Design and build databases
6. Locate and utilize data in a database
7. Create queries using SQL and QBE
8. Develop customized entry screens and reports
9. Understand and articulate the policies of database administration

A case study approach to the use of office productivity software to solve business problems and manage business processes. Emphasis will be on the use of spreadsheet and database applications to analyze data. Word processing and presentation software will be used to document and present solutions. Several major projects will be assigned to be completed outside of class. Students will integrate skills from all four applications to develop and present a business proposal based on a business case study. Additional course topics include file management, an introduction to major computer hardware components, system and application software, and network technologies. This course requires the use of the Windows version of Microsoft Office, including Microsoft Access, which is not available for the Macintosh version of Office.

Prerequisite(s): BUS 104 OR BUS 110 with a grade of C or higher

Course Learning Outcomes
1. Manage data (add, delete, or update records) in an existing relational database.
2. Apply business functions using a spreadsheet application for the purpose of business performance analysis.
3. Apply word processing software to develop a business proposal based on a business case study.
4. Apply spreadsheet software to develop a business proposal based on a business case study.
5. Apply database software to develop a business proposal based on a business case study.
6. Create a business proposal presentation.
7. Describe the major hardware components of a computer system.
8. Describe the major software components of a computer system.
9. Describe how data is represented and stored in a computer system.
10. Describe the major hardware components of a computer network.
11. Describe the major software components of a computer network.
12. Discuss the use of internet technologies in a computer network.
13. Utilize effective file management skills.

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