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must be in a different place of employment. P: 12 credits in the Business Administration and Management Department plus junior or senior standing. 3 to 12 credits CIS 382 Computer Networks A study of the hardware and software used in local area networks. Includes study of the use and maintenance of network operations systems. Generally offered yearly. 3 credits CIS 383 Internet and Web Publishing This course covers the basics of the Internet, including the World Wide Web. Students create their own websites with multiple related pages, links to other sites, and complex graphics and photographs. Course includes HTML, Dreamweaver, and Flash. Generally offered yearly. 3 credits CIS 385 Information Systems Security A study of security policies, models, and mechanisms for secrecy, integrity, and availability. Topics include operating system models and mechanisms for mandatory and discretionary controls; data models, concepts, and mechanisms for database security; basic cryptography and its applications; security in computer networks and distributed systems; and control and prevention of viruses. Concentration will be placed on the related legal issues. Generally offered yearly. 3 credits CIS 386 Advanced Web Site Development Using advanced HTML, students create complex World Wide Web sites for a private corporation and a government entity. Topics include network considerations, CGI programs, and JavaScript. P: CIS 383. Generally offered yearly. 3 credits CIS 387 Electronic Commerce This course explores current e-commerce technologies using the Internet. Topics include: technological challenges, business plans, legal and regulatory considerations, business strategies, global e-business, and social, political and ethical issues. Generally offered yearly. 3 credits CIS 388 Project Management This course covers principles, practices, and techniques for the management of business and technology projects. Topics include: project planning, scheduling, performing cost estimates, risk analysis, implementation and control, and project termination. This course uses the Microsoft Project Mangement software package extensively. Generally offered yearly. 3 credits CIS 390 Independent Study Intensive individual work in area of concentration. P: Junior or senior standing and permission of Department Chairperson. Hours and credits to be arranged. CIS 393 Senior Computer Project The graduating senior undertakes a major research project in the field of MIS, which includes on-site inquiry and the writing of a senior thesis on the basis of research. P: senior standing. Generally offered twice a year. 3 credits