| B122 - Introduction to Information Systems
Course details are provided as a general guide. Faculty may change certain aspects associated with the description that follows. Please check with the bookstore for specific textbooks and other required readings. Faculty may also place required readings on reserve at Gutman Library or on the Library's ERES (electronic reserve) system. Course registrants are responsible for obtaining a syllabus and project descriptions from the instructor.
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Introduction to Information Systems is a first-year business core course. An understanding of the principles of data processing and of the structure and operation of modern digital computers is developed through direct operation of the University's computing equipment. Business applications of the computer are emphasized, including the use of personal computers.
COURSE PREREQUISITES:
There are no prerequisites for this course.
COURSE OBJECTIVES & EXPECTED OUTCOMES:
To give the prospective manager, in any area, an understanding of the fundamentals of data and information processing as they relate to meeting the needs of an organization in immediate and long run operations. Emphasis will be upon the role of the computer as an integral part of this process, including a basic understanding of hardware, software and the interaction of these with people. Students will become familiar with how computers and some standard software applications can be used in making business decisions.
COURSE POLICIES:
Please refer to the policies page for minimum expected standards and behavior in all classes.
COURSE OUTLINE: (timeline and topics)
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Week 1 |
Introduction to Information Systems in Business |
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Week 2 |
Business Fundamentals |
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Week 3 |
Computer Hardware |
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Week 4 |
System Software |
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Week 5 |
Networking |
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Week 6 |
Data Management |
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Week 7 |
Data Management |
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Week 8 |
Business Operations |
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Week 9 |
Management Decision Making |
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Week 10 |
Management Decision Making |
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Week 11 |
Strategic Impact |
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Week 12 |
Systems Development |
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Week 13 |
Problem Solving |
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Week 14 |
History of Computing Devices |
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Week 15 |
Hypothesis Testing |
LABORATORY SCHEDULE:
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Week
1 |
Introduction to
Word Processing |
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Week 2 |
Introduction to Presentation Software |
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Week 3 |
Introduction to Spreadsheets, Budgeting |
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Week 4 |
Intermediate Spreadsheet, Math Models |
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Week 5 |
Intermediate Spreadsheet,
Forecasting and Scheduling |
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Week 6 |
Linking Spreadsheets |
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Week 7 |
Data Management |
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Week 8 |
Introduction to Data Base Management, Queries |
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Week 9 |
Intermediate Data Base Management, Table Design |
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Week 10 |
Intermediate Data Base Management, Decision Support |
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Week 11 |
Introduction to Web Design and Publishing |
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Week 12 |
Downloading Data |
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Week 13 |
Intermediate Presentation Software |
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Week 14 |
Intermediate Data Base Management |
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Week 15 |
Hypothesis Testing |
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