Computer Information Systems

CIS 200

Programming Fundamentals - 3 Credits

This course provides opportunities to practice the critical organizational and logical skills required when using data

structures for writing programs in high level programming languages. Planning tools for modularity and data structures

are introduced. It is the student’s responsibility to master programming fundamental skills before registering for specific programming language courses. If a student chooses to bypass this course, he/she can be removed from a

language specific programming class due to insufficient mastery of programming fundamentals. Students may prove competency by passing a waiver examination.

No credit is granted if the requirement is waived.

 

CIS 112

Introduction to Computing 3 Credit

This course strives to meet the high level of computer literacy required of all students earning a degree from the university. Special emphasis is placed on the ethical use of computer technology for information analysis and communications. Computer units introduce the Internet, Windows, word processing, spreadsheets, and presentation

software. Students who feel they have attained computer literacy and earn 70 percent on an exemption exam may substitute any other 3-credit course for this core requirement.

Prerequisite: Keyboarding proficiency is recommended.

 

CIS 230

Introduction to Visual BASIC - 3 Credits

This course applies structured techniques to programming business applications in Visual BASIC. Sequential and random-access file processing methods are introduced for report generation.

Prerequisites: CIS200, CIS112

 

CIS 240

Programming in C++ - 3 Credits

The C++ language will be explored for modular programming structures, arrays, and pointers. Comparisons between C++ and other programming methodologies, especially C, will be made.

Prerequisites: CIS200, CIS112.

 

CIS 312

End-User Computing - 3 Credits

This course gives students the opportunity to explore advanced topics in word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications focusing on information support for the managerial end user. Cases and reading assignments alert students to ethical and societal dimensions of systems, information strategies, e-commerce, and global information transfer. The course intends to serve management and computer information students who will need to integrate information theory with advanced computer skills.

Prerequisite: CIS112.

 

CIS 317

Decision Support Systems/ Expert Systems - 3 Credits

Management strategies utilizing computer support systems, simulations, decision modeling tools, and sample

expert systems resulting in improved decisions for all levels of management are examined.

Prerequisites: CIS112, CIS312 and junior standing.

 

CIS 337

Networking in Business - 3 Credits

Emphasis in this course is placed on networked-based information technology (local and wide-area networks)

used to gain efficiency and effectiveness for competitive advantages and for building new strategic relationships.

Prerequisites: CIS112. CIS230 or CIS240 strongly recommended.

 

CIS 340

Computer Ethics - 3 Credits

This course strives to stimulate consciousness to meet the challenges arising from ethical dilemmas involving the misuse of technology. In a seminar format, violations of confidentiality and personal privacy, software piracy, computer viruses, abuse of Internet resources such as e-mail, ethical systems building, and vendor-client issues are explored.

Prerequisite: CIS112.

 

CIS 350

Web Design - 3 Credits

In this course students will go through the entire process of planning and building well-designed web sites for human computer interactivity using both HTML and FrontPage. This course may not be substituted for a programming language.

Prerequisites: CIS 112, CIS 312 or permission of the instructor.

 

CIS 360

Systems Analysis & Design - 3 Credits

This course introduces an overview of the traditional systems development life cycle and emphasizes prototyping for the continuous improvement of technology-based systems.

Prerequisites: CIS112, CIS312. CIS230 or CIS240 and CIS420 strongly suggested.

 

CIS 370

Global E-Commerce - 3 Credits

Students are introduced to the theory and practice of electronic commerce emphasizing how computer technology

presently influences online business strategies and initiatives.

Prerequisites: MGT105, CIS112. CIS317 suggested.

 

CIS 398

Internship in CIS- 3 Credits

This course provides students with practical experience in CIS within private or public sectors under the supervision of a practicing professional. Students are required to spend 15 hours per semester in seminar meetings and work at least 90 hours per semester in a computer facility.

A journal describing daily activities is required. Prerequisites: 18 credits in CIS and at least Junior standing.

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CIS 412

End-User Systems Design - 3 Credits

This is a hands-on course in designing end-user managerial computer information systems using the integrated Microsoft Office Professional suite of applications including PowerPoint and the Internet for system implementation. Students will design a web page suitable for web publication and at least one integrated system.

Prerequisites: CIS112, CIS312, CIS420. CIS360 strongly suggested.

 

CIS 415

Information Resource Management - 3 Credits

This seminar provides a broad overview of information systems management with particular attention to planning, organizing, and controlling user services and managing the computer information systems development process. The case study approach is used. Oral and written reports are required.

Prerequisite: Senior standing in either CIS or Management.

 

CIS 420

Database Management Systems - 3 Credits

An overview of database modeling is presented with the objective of mastering one database management system for personal computers. Each student will prepare a complete database system by designing menus, input screens, queries, and output reports. Also covered are database selection and administration.

Prerequisites: CIS112, CIS312. CIS230 and CIS360 strongly recommended.

 

CIS 423

Advanced Database

Management Systems - 3 Credits

This course reinforces topics introduced in the first course and initiates building complete database systems using Visual Basic and Oracle. The final project requires the creation of an operational, menu-driven, customized database system.

Prerequisites: CIS112, CIS312, CIS420. CIS 230, CIS360 and CIS412 strongly recommended

 

CIS 425

Computer Control and Audit 3 Credits

This course is an introduction to the fundamentals of auditing and controlling computer information systems. Emphasis is placed on the design and application of controls within computer information systems. This course may be used to fulfill either a CIS or Accounting elective.

Cross listed with ACC425. Prerequisites: CIS312 or CIS430 for CIS students.

 

CIS430

Accounting Information Systems - 3 Credits

This course introduces the system flow of financial information in the contexts of the system development process and the actual applications of computer technology to record keeping and information gathering functions. Applications studied include procurement and receiving, inventory control, accounts payable, marketing and shipping, billing and collections, etc. Case studies and a hands-on computer project are required. This course may be used to fulfill either a CIS or Accounting elective.

Cross listed with ACC430. Prerequisites: ACC240 or at least junior standing for CIS majors.

 

CIS 450

Seminar in CIS - 3 Credits

This course provides the opportunity to do in-depth research on a topic of individual interest in CIS in order to integrate and assimilate information issues. It is the capstone course for the major and enables students to prepare documents representing their accomplishments, perceptions, and expertise for future evaluation. Frequent meetings between students and instructor serve to focus and direct the study.

Prerequisites: 21 credits in CIS and senior standing.