MIS 211 - Information Technology Hardware and Software
3 credits
Prerequisite: Sophomore standing
Provides the hardware-software technological background to enable students to understand the tradeoffs in computer systems architecture for effective use in the business environment. Topics include hardware components (e.g., CPU architecture, memory, registers, addressing modes, busses, instruction sets, peripheral devices) and software components (e.g., software environment, system software evolution, and the types and functionalities of operating systems and system-user interfaces. MIS majors only; cannot be used to fulfill a Business Elective for non-MIS majors.
MIS 212 - Problem Solving and Programming
3 credits
Prerequisite: MIS 101 and Sophomore standing
Develop skills in business computing problem solving. Issues include business data processing, business software development, web-page development, graphical user interface design, and decision support systems. The course provides an overview of multiple computer languages (COBOL< C++, HTML, JavaScript, Java, and VisualBASIC) that are commonly used in the business field. Students learn to use structured programming and object-oriented programming techniques for business computing. MIS majors only; cannot be used to fulfill a Business Elective for non-MIS majors.
MIS 312 - Web-Based Application Development and Advanced Programming
3 credits
Prerequisite: MIS 212 and at least Junior standing
The use of computer programming to develop web-based computing applications. Topics include physical design, programming, testing, and implementation of three-tier web-based information systems. Emphasis is placed on programming on the server's side. Students learn advanced computer programming languages, including CGFI Perl and Java, to implement web-based business applications.
MIS 315 - Information Systems
3 credits
Prerequisite: MIS 101, ENL 102, or permission of Assistant Dean for Undergraduate Programs; at least Junior standing
Provides an understanding of information technology and systems and how information is used in support of decisions and organizational processes. Emphasis is on how information systems relate to organizational systems and decision making, information systems components, implementation and evaluation of system performance, and ethical issues related to information systems design and use. Cannot be used as a Business Elective by Accounting majors.
MIS 322 - Business Systems Analysis and Design
3 credits
Prerequisite: MIS 315 and at least Junior standing
Provides students with a basic understanding of the process and the techniques of analyzing and designing computer-based information systems. The entire sprectrum of system analysis and design will be covered, beginning with the first request for a system study and continuing through with the feasibility, analysis, design, implementation, and maintenance phases of the system development life cycle.
MIS 341 - Data Communications and Networks
3 credits
Prerequisite: MIS 315 and at least Junior standing
How individual computers and groups of computers can be linked together via telecommunication networks to form optimally performing, integrated computer networks. Emphasis is placed on how such networks make the best use of available computer resources while also providing computer system users with information of the highest value at the lowest cost. The course also examines the communications environment, regulatory issues, and network pricing and management.
MIS 371 - End-User Software Applications
3 credits
Prerequisite: MIS 101 and at least Junior standing
Emphasizes computer competency in the use of personal computers in the modern business environment. Personal productivity applications involving spreadsheet analysis, database construction, and advanced word-processing applications are studied.
MIS 372 - Managing PC Workstations
3 credits
Prerequisite: MIS 315 and at least Junior standing
Introduction to basic skills and techniques required to manage and maintain PC workstations. Students are introduced to PC operations and maintenance, and are shown how to complete hardware and software installations, step-by-step, using laboratory computer systems.
MIS 375 - Information Systems Applications for Manufacturing
3 credits
Prerequisite: MIS 315 and at least Junior standing; or permission of instructor.
Provides a basic understanding of the potential benefits, dangers, and limitations of using information technology (IT) and systems in support of manufacturing. Topics covered include contemporary manufacturing systems, IT-enabled manufacturing, IS applications in manufacturing (e.g., computer integrated manufacturing, CAD/CAM, artificial intelligence, EDI).
MIS 381 - Legal and Ethical Issues in Information Systems
3 credits
Prerequisite: MIS 315 and at least Junior standing
Legal and ethical issues relating to the use of information technology and systems in modern society. Topics to be covered include contracts for computer services such as sales and leasing; intellectual property areas such as software protecton, licensing, copyrighting, etc; tort and constitutional areas dealing with rights of privacy; criminal areas dealing with computer crime, and tax law issues of computer hardware/software.
MIS 399 - Internship in Management Information Systems
3 credits
Prerequisite:
- At least Junior standing;
- Permission of the instructor, department chair, and college dean;
- Approved contract filed by the end of the add/drop period of the semester
MIS 432 - Business Data Systems
3 credits
Prerequisite: MIS 322 and at least Junior standing
Students demonstrate their mastery of the analysis and design processes acquired in earlier courses by designing and constructing databases to meet the information needs of users. Topics covered include models and modeling techniques, information engineering, database design and implementation, data quality and security, and the client/server environment.
MIS 433 - Advanced Database/E-Business Applications Development
3 credits
Prerequisite: MIS 432 and Senior standing
Focuses on advanced database techniques and issues for e-commerce applications including web-based database application development and data warehousing design. The course provides extensive opportunities for applying and extending database concepts learned in MIS 432 (Business Data Systems) through hands-on use of web-based database applications development tools that are commonly used in the business field. Students complete a major project.
MIS 451 - Management of End-User Computing
3 credits
Prerequisite: MIS 315 and Senior standing
Theoretical and conceptual framework of end-user computing. The course emphasizes the development of management information systems skills to guide end users in applications, analysis, hardware configuration selection, software package selection, training, and applications development.
MIS 461 - Management of Information Systems
3 credits
Prerequisite: MIS 315 and Senior standing
Technical tools and managerial approaches required in the administration of information systems functions and projects. Topics include budgeting and planning, the structure and management of computer operations, measurement of operating performance, project management techniques for systems development and implementation, human resource management, and the role of the information systems manager.
MIS 462 - Advanced Management Information Systems Projects
3 credits
Prerequisite: Senior standing
Capstone course in the Management Information Systems program. Project management techniques are utilized in the development of a functioning information system for an actual organization. Group work is emphasized in the implementation of technology-based solutions to real business problems.
MIS 471 - Advanced Software Applications
3 credits
Prerequisite: MIS 315 and senior standing
Emphasizes the necessity of computer competency in the use of personal computers in the modern business environment. Personal productivity applications involving spreadsheet analysis, database construction, advanced word processing, and web page design/construction are studied.
MIS 475 - Information Systems and Business Process Design
3 credits
Prerequisite: MIS 315 and senior standing
Introduction to the role of Information Technology (IT) and systems in support of an organization seeking to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of its business processes. Topics covered include total quality management (TQM) and business process reengineering (BPR). BPR methodologies, enterprise modeling and modeling techniques, IT-enabled change, change management, IS role in BPR projects, and IS role in process management.
MIS 481 - Electronic Commerce/Electronic Business
3 credits
Prerequisite: MIS 315 and senior standing
Provides an understanding of what Electronic Commerce/Electronic Business (EC/EB) involves, how it is accomplished, and its impact on organizations. Both the Business-to-Business and the Business-to-Consumer sides of EC/EB are examined.
MIS 490 - Special Topics in Information Systems
3 credits
Prerequisite: Senior standing
Reserved for special topics in Management Information Systems. May be repeated with change of content.
