Techniques (3-3-0) Prerequisite: CIS 3301 and ENG 3302 or departmental approval. A combination writing and speech course designed to sharpen the writing and speaking skills of the CIS specialist. The writing section of the course will include the documentation of the systems life cycle activities and the production of user, reference and training manuals. The speaking section of the course will include methods and techniques of presenting materials and information to large and small groups including the use of graphs, charts and narratives using overhead projectors and computer-generated materials.
3325 Programming in COBOL (3-3-0) Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in CIS 2301. Introduction to programming in COBOL that emphasizes the concept of structured programming. Students apply a structured, multiphase program development process that features a series of steps involving understanding a problem, formal problem definition, graphical design methodologies such as flow charts and structure charts, and developing program specifications using pseudocode. 3330 Programming in Java (GUI) (3-3-0) Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in CIS 2301. An introduction to programming in Java that emphasizes the concept of object oriented programming, the design of graphical user interfaces, and the development of event-driven programs. Topics include objects, classes, instances, methods, applets and applications, control structures in Java, Java arrays (as objects), strings and characters, graphics, multimedia, and exception handing.
3313 Designing and Creating Business Web Sites (3-3-0) Prerequisite: Junior standing and CIS 1301 or equivalent. This course will permit the student to design and create web pages for use in business environments using the most current software language available. Includes learning about HTML tags and organizing pages with text, graphics, tables, rollovers, layers, and animation
3399 Directed Study in Computer Information Systems Prerequisite: Approval of department chair and dean. Selected topics in computer information systems. Intensive individual study under the guidance of a member of the CIS faculty.
3314 Social Impact of Information Technology for Business (3-3-0) Prerequisite: Completion of the common core plus 18 additional hours and CIS 1301 or equivalent computer literacy course. This course focuses on social issues of the new Information Age. Information technology proliferation is changing society in many important new ways. These changes impact how business will operate in the next millennium. Students will gain an understanding of these profound implications.
4301 Information Resource Planning and Management (3-3-0) Prerequisite: CIS 3306 and MGT 3301. An overview of corporate strategic, tactical and operational planning and control techniques and methodologies. Elements of information systems planning and control include facilities, equipment, technical specialization, training and project definition and priority setting.
3316 Supply Chain Information and Control Systems (3-3-0) Cross-listed as MGT 3316. Credit may not be earned for both. Prerequisite: Completion of the common core plus 18 additional hours and MATH 1305, and completion of, or enrollment in, BA 3300. Supply chain information systems including theoretical and practical understanding of hardware and software operations in the supply chain. Includes inventory management and tracking, supplier evaluation, physical distribution systems, and customer service using information systems. Technology includes bar coding, radio frequency tracking, and other automated data entry techniques. Examines role of documentation in domestic and international trading use of commercial invoicing, packing lists, ocean bills of lading, freight forwarding booking requests, shipper's export declarations, and certificates of origin.
4303 Strategic Information Systems (3-3-0) Prerequisite: Completion of the common core plus 18 additional hours and CIS 1301 or CS 1305. This course emphasizes the use of computing and information technology for the strategic advantage of and issues involved in bringing advanced, computer-based technology and methods into the organization. Additionally, it covers the changing nature of the information technology profession as systems professionals are impacted by the use of strategic information systems. 4305 Management of Telecommunications Systems (3-3-0) Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in CIS 3305. This course is a continuation of CIS 3305. It deals with managing telecommunications technologies and focuses on techniques for planning, organizing, directing and controlling voice and data communications environments.
3319 Management of the Virtual Workplace (3-3-0) Prerequisite: Completion of the common core plus 18 additional hours or instructor approval. Management of the virtual workplace encompassing telecommuters, entrepreneurs, and virtual office workers. Techniques include the use of e-mail, computerized meetings, virtual office design, web page development, and other forms of telecommunication as they become available. Simulation conducted via the Internet with other on-line participants.
4306 Advanced Database Management Systems (3-3-0) Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in CIS 3306. Provides an understanding of large scale database environment and data warehousing and the skills to develop them. Students learn to use Structured Query Language to create an integrated database application. Topics include modeling, design, and implementation of data warehouses; business intelligence techniques, and emerging trends in data management.
3321 Programming in Visual Basic (3-3-0) Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in CIS 2301. Introduction to programming business applications using Microsoft Visual Basic. Topics include analysis, design, coding, testing, debugging, and implementing structured programs in the graphical programming environment while developing an understanding of object oriented programming.
4309 Computer Control and Audit (3-3-0) Cross-listed as ACC 4309. Credit may not be earned for both. Prerequisite: Completion of the common core plus 18 additional hours,
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