Northeastern State University

INFORMATION SYSTEMS (IS)

1003 Computers in Modern Society

This course provides students with fundamental computer skills needed during their Collegiate and Business careers. Hardware, software, Windows O/S, file management, internet, email, Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, and Access are covered in this course. Students will be introduced to the use of local and wide area networks. Not open to students who have successfully completed CS 1003 or IS 1133.

1133 Fundamentals of Computer Usage

Fundamentals of office productivity tools: word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and presentation applications. Introduction to the Windows environment: terminology and file management techniques. Exposure to the Internet, including electronic mail and search engines. Not open to students who have successfully completed CS 1003 or IS 1003.

2013 Word Processing Systems

A study of word processing from keyboarding to advanced applications including features, concepts, procedures, and hardware requirements for contemporary word processing systems. Students will format and produce business forms and manuscripts. Current microcomputer based word processing software systems and programs will be utilized and compared. Prerequisite: Keyboarding skill of 25 wpm.

3003 System Development Using Rapid Application Development Tools

A Business Information System is developed using a Rapid Application Development Tool. A complete Information System (front end, application logic, and back end) will be prototyped (designed, implemented, tested, and documented) in a handson setting. Scripting languages will be used to implement the application logic. Prerequisite: IS 1003 or equivalent, or consent of the instructor.

3013 Business Computer Operating Environments

Popular operating environments. Competency in each environment and understanding of application variations from environment to environment. Criteria setting, comparison and contrast of various environments in the context of set criteria. Selecting environments for productivity. Prerequisites: None

3023 Object Based Visual Programming

This course will introduce visual programming for the graphical user interface and will emphasize object-based program design and implementation using visual language. Students are introduced to the selection and repetition structures, text files, and string manipulation. This course is highly recommended for any person who wants to get started in computer programming.

3033 Structured COBOL Programming

Students will learn to use editors, compilers, loaders, interactive debuggers, and run-time units in a microcomputer based Windows integrated development environment to write, debug, and implement structured procedural COBOL code. Emphasis is placed on applying the structured paradigm to business data processing. Prerequisites: IS 3034 or IS 3023 or equivalent or consent of instructor.

3043 Web COBOL Programming

This introductory course will prepare the student to rapidly create and test Internetbased client/server systems. Students will create server side CGI programs and web pages. Then they will test them in a simulated client/server environment. Net Express is used to develop and test the web applications. Prerequisites: IS 1003 or equivalent.

3053 Web Site Design and Management

This course is an introduction to designing and managing web sites and developing e-business solutions. Students will learn to creat interactive, dynamic websites capable of performing on-line transactions. Other topics nclude: HTML markup tags (table, frames, image maps), graphics (scanning, retouching, clipping, adding drop shadows, creating animated and transparent images), HTML forms, CSS, XML, and programming scripts (PHP, ASP, VBScript, JavaScript. Prerequisite: sophomore standing or consent of instructor.

3063 Principles of Information Systems

This course provides an introduction to information systems, including system development concepts, information technologies, ethical and international issues, and the implementation of application software. It explains how information is organized and managed and how information systems drive and enhance competitive advantage. Students will work with spreadsheets, databases, the Internet and other relevant information technologies. Prerequisite: IS 1003 or consent of the instructor.

3073 Quantitative Methods in Business

An introduction to quantitative methods used in business. Included are: Mathematical models; set theory; numbers and numerals; linear, exponential, and logarithmic functions; systems of linear equations and inequalities; sequence and limits; and introduction to differential and integral calculus. Prerequisite: Math 1513, College Algebra.

3083 Spreadsheet Analysis

A study of spreadsheet features, concepts, procedures, and integration capabilities with other application programs. Skill development of basic and advanced functions of spreadsheet software will be achieved through hands-on exercises and case studies. Problem solving techniques and decision support willl be explored and utilized. Prerequisite: IS 1003, IS 1133, or equivalent, or by consent of instructor.

3113 Business Communications

This course is designed to give students a comprehensive view of business communication, its scope and importance in business, and ethical and international considerations. The various types of business communication media are covered including: business letters, memos, reports, and oral presentations. Prerequisite: IS 1003 or equivalent or consent of instructor.

3213 Business Systems Analysis

Definition and analysis of information systems and technology requirements at all organizational levels: strategic, tactical, and operational. Students analyze and develop a system proposal including a feasible application architecture. Prerequisites: IS 3063

3320 Information Systems Seminar

Special studies, research, and/or activities in the management of business information. This course may be repeated with a change in subject matter for a maximum of six hours credit. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.

4033 Object COBOL Programming

Students will learn to use browsers, editors, compilers, loaders, interactive debuggers, and run-time units in a microcomputer based Windows integrated development environment to write, debug, and implement object COBOL code. Emphasis is placed on applying the object paradigm to business data processing. Prerequisite: IS 3033 or permission of the instructor.

4063 Data Center Management

Problems and procedures of effective data center management. Topics include hardware and software selection, site design and preparation, personnel, purchasing, data control, data sharing, data management, security, planning, and relations with user departments. Prerequisites: TCM 3183.

4143 Training and Development Practicum

Students will obtain practical working experience in actual software and hardware setup, training and development of users, fourth generation programming and IS function operations. Prerequisites: IS 3213, TCM 3183, Senior standing, and consent of instructor and Microcomputer Services Center director.

4213 Systems Design Methods

This course will develop process of alternative physical solutions, the process of preparing a detailed computer-based solution that fulfills the logical requirements form the analysis phase, and the process of constructing system prototypes. Emphasis will be placed on configuration procurement, and design and integration. Prerequisite: IS 3213.

4293 Business Database Management Systems

Database management systems and database management principles are examined in great detail Topics include logic design, normalization, restraint, constraints, anomalies, filters, and objects. Students are introduced to datadriven web sites with special attention to interactive databases and e-commerce. Prerequisite: IS 3213.

4313 Organizational Information Management

This course rovides an integration and synthesis of information systems concepts and issues as viewed from all levels of management. As a capstone course, IS 4313 will build on interdisciplinary course work through project development or case study, emphasizing multi-disciplinary problem-solving, systems knowledge, communication and management. Prerequisite: IS 4213 and IS 4293.

4333 Business Simulation

Computer simulation of business operations and systems with discrete event driven, continuous, and combined models. Management applications of simulation. Interpreting output. Hands-on experience in developing and testing models in special purpose simulation languages. Prerequisites: BADM 3933 and IS 3043 or IS 3023.

4523 Decision Support Systems

Focus on systems designed to support semi-structured and unstructured management decisions. Design and usage of interactive DSS. Studies of their types, architecture, and application fields. Groups, Organizational, Negotiations, and Executive Support Systems. Prerequisites: BADM 3933 and IS 3213.

4650 IS Problems

Designed to meet student needs by providing classroom and/or laboratory experiences in an area of Information Systems/Information Technologies. Prerequisite: Junior standing and approval of department chair.

4660 IS Problems

Designed to meet student needs by providing classroom and/or laboratory experiences in an area of Information Systems/Information Technologies. Prerequisite: Junior standing and approval of department chair.

4670 IS Problems

Designed to meet student needs by providing classroom and/or laboratory experiences in an area of Information Systems/Information Technologies. Prerequisite: Junior standing and approval of department chair.

4950 IS Internship

Work in an approved business position related to management information systems. Consists of applying knowledge gained while working toward a degree. Maximum of three hours per semester. Prerequisite: Junior standing or above, approval of department chair and GPA of 2.5 or higher.