INFORMATION SYSTEM COURSE DESCRIPTION
IS 201 Computer Information Systems (3)
Prerequisite: CA 100
Provides fundamental understanding of computers and information
systems. Exposes students to tools and technologies used in the computer-based
information systems, including hardware and software resources, business
systems, design methods, programming languages, networking and communications,
and emerging trends in computer technology.
IS 220 Computer
Programming (3)
Prerequisite: IS 201
Provides an introduction to computer science programming using
Microsoft Visual Basic. NET. Course aims at presenting programming concepts,
and then a series of hands-on, step-by-step activities to reinforce learning
through practical applications in the business environment.
Prerequisite: IS 201
Covers the fundamentals of database and the process of database
design, including data modeling, the entity relationship, and relational
models. Involves hands-on experience for students in setting up a data
dictionary, designing screens and practice in the use of structured query
language (SQL) programming.
Prerequisite: CA100
An introduction to the "language" of web pages (Hypertext Markup
Language) and to a more advanced scripting language, JavaScript. Students learn
the HTML tags necessary to develop a high-quality web page and integrate
JavaScript code with the HTML to enhance the capabilities of their web pages. A
final project gives students a chance to develop their own pages incorporating
all they have learned into a hands-on, web-ready web site.
IS 260 Business
Information Systems (3)
Prerequisite: BU101, IS 220, or concurrently with
permission of the instructor. Introduces
students to the management of computer-based information resources in the
context of business organizations. Issues covered include management strategies
and policies for improving organizational productivity; acquisition management
and evaluation of management information services; office automation; end-user
computing; computer use in international environments; social and
organizational perspectives of information management and ethical implications.
IS 270 Geographic
Information Systems (3)
Prerequisite: IS 201
Provides an introduction to Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
and its application in several disciplines such as physical planning, mapping,
land and utilities management, using available GIS Software.
IS 280
Introduction to Networking-w/lab (4)
Prerequisite: IS 201
Introduces students to the principles, terminology, and concepts
of computer networking from a variety of perspectives. Covering a variety of
topics, students acquire a strong foundation of computer networking principles
and practices. Regular lectures are supplemented by a one credit laboratory for
demonstration by the instructor and hands-on work by the students.
IS/MM 245 Desktop
Publishing (3)
Desktop Publishing is designed to improve the student's visual
communication skills, increase spatial and aesthetic perception and
discrimination, expand computer skills and technical vocabulary, and develop
effective visual communication strategies. The course will focus on projects
such as newsletters, annual reports, brochures, and promotional materials as well
as on getting the student to utilize other software capabilities. This is a
studio arts course; at least half of the contact hours will be in the studio
lab.