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Undergraduate Courses
(CIT prefix; formerly MIS except where otherwise noted) |
1503
(3 hrs) |
Microcomputer Applications Study
of the role of the microcomputer as a tool used for business.
Applications covered include: Windows operating systems, Internet
applications, MS Word word processing, Excel spreadsheets, MS Access
database management system, and PowerPoint presentations. (F,S,Su) |
2033
(3 hrs) |
Visual BASIC
Programming Introduction to Windows programming using
Visual BASIC. Students learn the concepts needed to write programs using
event-driven, object-oriented methodology.
Prerequisite:
Completion of
business computer proficiency requirement. (F) |
2523
(3 hrs) |
Networking Technologies
Concepts in telecommunications with an emphasis placed on applying
these concepts to obtain network solutions for different business
situations. Popular network media, protocols, and hardware devices are
discussed. Formerly MIS 3523.
Prerequisite: completion of
business computer proficiency requirement. (S) |
3013
(3 hrs) |
Management
Information Systems Provides understanding of information needs of management,
information technology uses by various business subsystems, and how information technology
can be used as a competitive resource.
Prerequisite: upper
division standing. (F, S, Su) |
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Note:
MIS 3013 is a prerequisite or corequisite for all other
upper-level Management Information Systems courses being taken by students pursuing Business degrees |
3033
(3 hrs) |
Advanced Visual BASIC Programming Extends
the coverage of CIT 2033 to include advanced topics of the Visual BASIC
language. Prerequisite: CIT 2033.
(S) |
3273
(3 hrs) |
Modern
Programming Languages Students solve typical business and
industry problems using a popular business language (currently focusing on
COBOL development, maintenance, and migration issues). Methodologies
used include stepwise refinement, top-down design, and pseudo-language.
Prerequisite:
previous programming language or consent of instructor. (F-odd) |
3303
(3hrs) |
Interactive
Programming Explores the development of Windows based
applications and programming to provide connectivity to web-based
resources is also included; currently using Java / Visual J++.
Prerequisite: previous programming
coursework or experience. (S) |
3353
(3hrs) |
Website
Development Basic principles of designing and building
web pages, site management, and development for various browser
environments. Includes XHTML, style sheets, client-side and
server-side scripting, and related technologies.
Prerequisite:
previous programming language. (F) |
3403
(3 hrs) |
Database Management Introduces fundamental concepts and
implementations of relational database systems. The student will be
exposed to SQL methodology and entity-relationship models. Formerly
MIS 2403. (F). |
3413
(3 hrs) |
Advanced Database Concepts Extends
the coverage of MIS 3403 using a popular DBMS. Topics include client
applications, object-oriented database development, and data
security. Prerequisite: MIS 3403. (S) |
3523
(3 hrs) |
Operations Management (Formerly QM 3523)
Introduction to the operations function in manufacturing and services.
Emphasis on continual improvement of systems for producing goods and
services. Prerequisite: ECON 2113 (F,S,Su) |
3603
(3 hrs) |
Systems
Analysis & Design MIS capstone course addressing basic techniques used in the analysis,
design, and implementation of computer based information systems. Provides
an understanding of the systems study, project evaluation, planning, and
systems design phases of the system life cycle.
Prerequisite:
previous programming language or consent of instructor. (F) |
3623
(3 hrs) |
LAN
Administration Topics pertinent to the administration of local area
networks, including: user management, file management,
security, and network printing.
Prerequisite: previous
programming language or consent of instructor. (F) |
3853
(3 hrs) |
Computer Forensics
Students are introduced to information systems role in forensic computing.
Emphasis will be on the retrieval, preservation, and analysis of computer
data which might be used in legal cases. Suggest pervious criminology
courses or experience for FOSC majors before enrolling. Prerequisite:
CIT 1503 or CS 1043. (F) |
4053
(3 hrs) |
Information
Resource Management Examines the integration of information technology into the mainstream of business
functions. Emphasis is placed on resource planning on an enterprise-wide
scale. (D) |
409v
(variable) |
Special
Problems in Information Systems Individual problems in MIS arranged on a
one-on-one basis after consultation with the instructor. Student must meet department
requirements before enrolling in this course. (F,S,Su) |
4103
(3 hrs) |
Advanced
LAN Administration Advanced administration issues as they relate
to local area networks. Students are introduced to advanced
client/server management topics necessary to administer large complex
networks. Prerequisite: MIS 3623 or prior network experience. (S) |
4403
(3 hrs) |
Database Administration Covers the
fundamentals of administering a database system. Topics include
creating and managing data dictionaries, storage structures, data integrity,
and security. Prerequisite: CIT 3403.
(F-even) |
4413
(3 hrs) |
Advanced Data Administration Extends
the coverage of CIT 4403 to include topics such as backup, recovery,
managing schema objects, PL/SQL, and monitoring and resolving lock
conflicts. Prerequisite: CIT 4403. (D) |
4453
(3 hrs) |
Technologies
for Global eCommerce Provides an understanding of the
technologies behind the globalization of e-commerce that enable the delivery
of goods and services using electronic format around the world. (S) |
4613
(3 hrs) |
Operations Planning & Control
Procedures and information technologies related to operations planning and
control, quality, inventory, maintenance, and product planning systems.
Prerequisite: CIT 3523. (D) |
4623
(3 hrs) |
Computer Security Discusses the primary topics of computer
security needed by IT professionals in both commercial and military
installations. Includes access control, cryptography, continuity planning,
physical security, and the overall management of security issues. (S) |
4653
(3 hrs) |
Automatic
Data Capture Study of methods, technologies, and standards
used in supply chain information systems for automatically identifying
objects, collecting and transferring data. These include biometrics,
magnetic stripes, OCR, smart cards, radio frequency identification, real
time locating, touch memory, and voice data entry.
Prerequisite: previous
programming language or consent of instructor. (F) |
4823
(3 hrs) |
LAN
Design Each student prepares a complex network design for a
model company. Designs include hardware/software installation,
database design & replication, and implementation of various
troubleshooting models. Prerequisite: MIS 2523
or 3623 or prior network experience. (Su) |
4853
(3 hrs) |
IT Project Management Provides students
with the information needed to manage a technical project within a business
environment. Students will be assigned a problem simulation and will be
required to work through the entire project management cycle from project
team selection to project implementation. Prerequisite: To be
taken in final spring semester of student's CIT coursework. (S) |
4863
(3 hrs) |
Special Topics in CIT The topics in this
class will change each semester depending upon current events within the
computer and information technology environment. Currently, we offer
Linux Administration and Network
Security as demand warrants. |
488v
(variable) |
MIS Internship
Practical information technology experience in an MIS setting. Students
are assigned by the Internship Director to work with outside organizations to gain
real world training. Prerequisite: permission of director and
department chair. (F,S,Su) |
Graduate Courses
(MIS prefix except where otherwise noted) |
QM 5613
(3 hrs) |
Operations Planning & Control Advanced
procedures, techniques, and their application to problems related to
production management. Emphasis also placed on the design of operations
planning and control, quality control, inventory, maintenance, and product
planning systems with the firm. Prerequisite: CIT 3523. (S,D) |
LAW 6033
(3 hrs) |
CyberLaw & eCommerce A presentation of
legal issues involved when transacting business electronically. Topics
include online contracting, online marketing, ecommerce and dispute
resolution, proper use of intellectual property, electronic privacy, and
Internet use policies. Prerequisite: LAW 2023 or permission of
instructor. (F) |
6093
(3 hrs) |
Directed
Individual Study Detailed individual research directed by graduate
faculty member(s), resulting in a paper and presentation. Consent of
instructor and approval of prospectus by Graduate Business Programs Director
required. (D) |
6413
(3 hrs) |
Management
Information Systems The spectrum of organizations' information needs.
Provides understanding of the uses of information by
operational subsystems such as production, finance, marketing, personnel,
etc. An analysis of the information needs of middle and top-level
management, and the use of information systems to aid managers in the
decision-making process. Provides student with an understanding of
the use of information systems to gain a competitive advantage on how to
manage information as an organizational resource.
Prerequisite:
CIT 3013 or
MBA 505v. (F,S,Su) |
6423
(3 hrs) |
Network
& Telecommunications Management Technical and managerial
issues related to the design, operations, and maintenance of computer
networks. Topics include: communication architectures, LANs
and WANs, the Worldwide Web, and other Internet/intranet aspects.
(Su) |
6433
(3 hrs) |
Software
Design Software design strategies and methodologies.
Covers topics such as structured design, coding methodology, software
testing, program maintenance and modification, software documentation, and
system implementation considerations. (D) |
QM 6433
(3 hrs) |
Management Science Spreadsheet-based
approach to deterministic and stochastic (uncertainty) modeling from applied
management science. Topics covered include decision theory, formulating
linear programming models, sensitivity analysis, waiting line models, and
simulation. Prerequisite: graduate standing, ECON 2113, and CIT 3523. (F,S) |
6453
(3 hrs) |
Electronic
Commerce Provides an understanding of ecommerce as a modern
business methodology that addresses the needs of organizations, merchants,
and consumers for the delivery of goods and services using information
technology. (S) |
6463
(3 hrs) |
Information
Systems Analysis & Design Covers basic structured analysis
strategies and tools available for the systems study. Discusses the
techniques for designing and implementing structured systems from logical
designs. (Su) |
6473
(3 hrs) |
Decision
Support Systems & Data Mining Study of the knowledge
discovery process and how decision support systems (DSS) can be utilized to incorporate data mining algorithms for decision-making. Prerequisite/corequisite:
Statistical Analysis class as specified in requirements for MSISeC; e.g.,
ELFN 7783.
(F) |
6483
(3 hrs) |
Supply Chain
& Enterprise Systems Study of the integration of internal
and external supply chains. Adopts both information technology and
managerial perspectives. Addresses SCM, ERP, MRP II, and CRM,
along with their respective support processes. (S) |
6493
(3 hrs) |
Seminar
for Information Systems A study of new concepts, topics and
issues in Information Systems as heralded in current literature.
Students are expected to research and report on pertinent topics as to the
effects on management and the impact of society. (Su) |
6573
(3 hrs) |
Advanced Data Mining Continuation of MIS
6473 to include use of SAS tools for applications of data mining to real
problems in project environments. Prerequisite: MIS 6473.
(S) |
6703-6
(3-6 hrs) |
MIS
Internship Practical MIS experience through work in a meaningful
capacity with an outside organization; detailed paper involved. Must
have approval of internship proposal by graduate business programs
director and department chair. Only three hours credit may be
applied to degree requirements. Prerequisites: must have
completed at least 15 hours of graduate coursework required for degree.
(D) |
