COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS (CIS)




CIS 5010. Microcomputer Concepts and
Applications/(3).On Demand.
This course surveys microcomputer hardware and
software with emphasis on the relationship of
microcomputers in an organizational role.
Methodologies of evaluating hardware and software
to fulfill organizational needs will be examined.
Practicums utilizing available software packages
and hardware will be developed. Prerequisite:
Admission to a COB Graduate Program or permission
of the department chairperson.


CIS 5100. Management Information System/(3).On
Demand
A study of the methods and procedures of
computerized information systems and how they
should be used to create viable management
information systems. Includes administrative uses
and limitations of information systems in a
company. Measures of information system
effectiveness, documentation procedures, data
security, legal implications and personnel
requirements as well as system configurations and
software are included. Prerequisite: Admission to
the MBA Program, Graduate IS Certificate Program
or other graduate programs or by permission of the
Chairperson of the ITOM Department. (same as BUS
5200)
 



CIS 5120. Systems Development Methods/(3).On
Demand.
This course examines the concepts, issues and
methodologies used to develop systems that will
meet the information needs of contemporary
organizations operating in the information age. A
CASE tool is used to familiarize students with
computer supported design techniques used to
develop and implement the complex information
systems required by successful organizations.
Prerequisite: Admission to the MBA Program,
Graduate IS Certificate Program or other graduate
programs or by permission of the Chairperson of
the ITOM Department.




CIS 5130. Applications Development Using Visual
BASIC/(3).F;S.
In this course, the student will learn to develop
business applications in the event-driven
GUI-oriented Windows environment using Visual
BASIC. Emphasis is placed on data handling,
interface design, and proper development and
programming techniques. Prerequisite: Admission to
the MBA Program, Graduate IS Certificate Program
or other graduate programs or by permission of the
Chairperson of the ITOM Department.




CIS 5210. Information Technology in Business/(3).SS.
An introduction to the role of
information technology (IT) in organizations. Five
major areas are examined: terms and concepts; how
IT is used in capturing data, making decisions,
increasing productivity, and providing a strategic
advantage; how IT is acquired or systems
developed; the issues associated with managing and
using IT; and the impacts of IT on human behavior
and organizational effectiveness. The future of
technology will also be explored. Prerequisite:
Admission to the MBA program or permission of
instructor. (Same as MBA 5210.)




CIS 5250. Issues in E-Business/(3). On Demand.
This course examines the concepts and issues
associated with using the technologies and
processes of electronic commerce to facilitate the
operational success of a contemporary
organization. Through extensive use of the
Internet, students will gain direct experience
with the promise, problems and potential of using
information technology and electronic commerce in
individual and organizational endeavors.
Prerequisite: Admission to the MBA Program,
Graduate IS Certificate Program or other graduate
programs or by permission of the Chairperson of
the ITOM Department.




CIS 5280. Systems Management/(3).On Demand.
Introduction to General Systems Theory and its
application to the analysis, design, and operation
of information systems. Emphasis will be placed on
the design and management of information
technology, cybernetics, real-time systems, models
and simulations, and man-machine systems.
Prerequisite: Admission to the MBA Program,
Graduate IS Certificate Program or other graduate
programs or by permission of the Chairperson of
the ITOM Department.


        
CIS 5300. Managing Information Technology/(3).On
Demand.
A seminar course providing a broad overview of the
information systems management function. Emphasis
on information systems management, with particular
attention on planning, organizing, and controlling
user services and managing the computer
information systems development process.
Prerequisite: Admission to the MBA Program,
Graduate IS Certificate Program or other graduate
programs or by permission of the Chairperson of
the ITOM Department.




CIS 5350. Advanced Database Concepts/(3).On Demand.
Investigation and application of advanced database
concepts including Database Administration,
database technology and selection and acquisition
of database management systems. In-depth practicum
in data modeling and system development in a
database environment will be emphasized utilizing
both mainframe and micros. Prerequisite: CIS 4790
or equivalent.




CIS 5500. Independent Study/(1-4).F;S.




CIS 5530-5549. Selected Topics/(1-4).F;S.




CIS 5580. Data Communications and Networking/(3).
F;S.
This course is designed to provide the student
with the basic concepts of data communications and
networks. Emphasis will be on the technical and
the theoretical skills of data communications and
networks that will be needed by those who will be
involved in the analysis, design and programming of
computer information systems. Students will be
required to design a network. Prerequisite:
CIS 3250 (CIS 3250 can be taken concurrently).
(Dual-listed with CIS 4580.)




CIS 5585. Advanced Data Communications &
Networking/(4).F;S.
This course is a continuation of
CIS 5280 and explores advanced topics in data
communications and networking. It encompasses
parts 3 and 4 of the CCNA (Cisco Certified Network
Associate) certification and, upon successful
completion, allows students to take the CCNA
certification exam. Prerequisite: CIS 5280.




CIS 5610. Issues in Global/International
Information Technology/(3).On Demand.
In this course, the concepts and issues inherent
in global/international information technology
will be studied. This class will look at the types
of global/international systems, the issues
associated with using global/international
technology, how systems are developed and
strategies formed for global/international
technology use, and the issues facing European,
Far East, and Third World countries.
Prerequisites: (Dual-listed with CIS 4610.)




CIS 5850. Advanced Systems Design/(3).F;S.
A continuation of CIS 3250. Emphasis will be
placed on systems design and implementation of
information systems. Projects, including software
development, will be assigned for different types
of public and private sector organizations.
Prerequisites: CIS 3370 and CIS 3750 (CIS 3750 can
be taken concurrently). (Dual-listed with CIS
4850.)




CIS 5989. Graduate Research/(1-9).F;S.
This course is designed to provide access to
University facilities for continuing graduate
research at the master's and specialist's levels.
It is graded on a S/U basis and does not count
toward a degree.