Explain and assess information technology such as computer hardware, software, systems, and networking. Identify management and usage issues related to networking, hand held computers, laptops, desktops, operating systems, and servers. Apply concepts of metrics, monitoring, MIS policies, security, quality of service, access control, and business continuity to
understand organizational information technology architecture and infrastructure. Learn visual development tools to build simple software applications. Note: The MIS major has changed beginning fall semester 2008 for freshmen. The pre-requisite and co-requisite listed for MIS 2501 only applies to freshman admitted 2008 and after. The pre-requisite for MIS 2501 for pre-fall 2008 or transfer students is Basic Computer Literacy (see: www.fox.temple.edu/foxclt). The co-requisite for MIS 2501 for pre-fall 2008 or transfer students is MIS 2101. A grade of a C or better is required in this course to register for MIS 3501. Mode: 3 hour lecture.