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  • 3.00 Credits

    The course examines multimedia information technologies that apply to business environments and other professional areas. Students will gain hands-on experience and knowledge using multimedia software and hardware. Students will learn how to design, develop, and produce multimedia applications such as interactive documentation, computer based training, hypertext and presentation aids, and performance support system. Prerequisite: An introductory computer course or computer language. 3 credit hours.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Fall-Spring Semesters A comprehensive discussion of the role of computer based information systems in modern organizations. Integrates managerial and computer knowledge towards identifying and solving information problems. Computer literacy is extended to MIS literacy by means of hands-on project cases in Decision Support Systems. This is a writing intensive and critical thinking course. Prerequisite: Successful completion of IFS100 or IFS105 and completion of MGT250 with a grade of 2.0 or higher, or permission of instructor. 3 credit hours.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Spring Semester This course provides a broad theoretical overview of computer and telecommunications networks. The Open Systems Interconnect (OSI) Model is used as the primary basis for examining what communications tasks need to be performed in order for electronic communications to occur. The Internet's TCP/IP protocol stack is used as the primary example of how the OSI model may be implemented in practice. A thorough examination of how the TCP/IP protocols provides the student with a detailed understanding of the functioning of packet-based networks and the Internet. Lab-based exercises are used to demonstrate concepts where possible. Prerequisite: One semester of programming with a grade of 2.0 or higher. 3 credit hours.
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course provides the student with the ability to configure and install local area networks (LANs). It stresses the planning, installation, configuration, protocols and policies used to provide connectivity at the LAN level. Emphasis will be on the planning and physical hardware procedures required to install and configure LANs. Detailed hands-on as well as classroom instruction will be used to construct and test cables, configure and install hardware, implement protocols and establish connectivity at the microcomputer level. Prerequisite: IFS325 with a grade of 2 or better. 3 credit hours.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Fall Semester This course provides the student with the ability to design and support complex enterprise-wide networking solutions. It studies the conceptual design methodologies, planning and complexity involved in establishing and supporting organization connectivity. Emphasis will be on issues relating to designing and implementing IP infrastructure, directory services, file and print sharing, file system security, data storage technologies, and thin client. Consideration will be given to Novell, UNIX/Linux, and Microsoft based network infrastructures. Hands-on lab exercises are used extensively throughout the course. Prerequisite: IFS325 with a grade of 2.0 or higher. 3 credit hours.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Spring Semester This course examines the architectures of modern computer hardware and systems software from an Information Systems point of view. At the conclusion of the course, students will know and understand the role and purpose of the major components comprising computer hardware They will also understand the purpose of operating systems in controlling system resources to accomplish input, memory allocation/access, processing and output. This course provides a functional overview of hardware and software that ties together the overall concept of computing. Prerequisite: IFS160 or IFS200 with a grade of 2.0 or higher. 3 credit hours.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Fall Semester An introduction to the creation and maintenance of the end-user support functional area in organizations. Topics of discussion include technical support in selection of hardware and software; training in use of hardware and software; and assistance in use of computer information systems in solving business problems. Prerequisites: IFS205 with a grade of 2 or better, and IFS305 with a grade of 2.0 or higher. 3 credit hours.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Spring Semester This course covers the concept of the computer systems development life cycle, including the analysis, design and implementation of business software systems. The project management methodology will be used in the context of Information Technology projects such as installing and/or upgrading operational software, selecting systems development or acquisition solutions, implementation of eLearning web-based systems, or surveying end-user needs requirements. Individual assignments and a group project will be required. This is a writing/communications intensive course. This is a capstone course and should be taken in the final semester. Prerequisite: IFS305 or IFS350 with a grade of 2.0 or higher. 3 credit hours.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Fall Semester A comprehensive discussion of relational database theory and design. Emphasis is on data structure and design for building robust and flexible data repositories. Semester-long projects will use popular database software. This course is designed to stimulate the critical thinking skills of the student. Prerequisite: IFS305 or IFS350 with a grade of 2.0 or higher. 3 credit hours.
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course is a seminar in IFS intended to provide coverage of topics of special interest or noteworthy significance in the IFS field. Course requirements will generally include a course project. Prerequisite: Senior standing in the major or permission of the instructor. 3 credit hours.
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