CIS 150 - Fundamentals of Information Systems

Institution:

Felician University

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Description:

Systems theory, quality, decision making, and the organizational role of information systems are introduced. Information technology in-cluding computing and telecommunications systems are stressed. Concepts of organiza-tions, information systems growth, and process improvement are introduced. This course covers Systems concepts; system com-ponents and relationships; cost/value and quality of information; competitive advantage of information; specification, design, and re-engineering of information systems; applica-tion versus system software; package software solutions; procedural versus non-procedural programming languages; object oriented de-sign; database features, functions, and archi-tecture; networks and telecommunication sys-tems and applications; characteristics of IS professionals and IS career paths; information security, crime, and ethics. Practical exercises may include developing macros, designing and implementing user interfaces and reports; de-veloping a solution using database software. Prerequisite or co-requisite: CIS 120

Credits:

3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.felician.edu

Phone Number:

(201) 559-6000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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