Course Descriptions

ISys 117 - Personal Productivity with Information Technology - 1 credit
Introductory lab-based course covering basic computer hardware, operating systems, software, and Microsoft Office tools.

ISys 260 - Operating Systems Principles - 3 credits
Prerequisite: ISys 117. An introduction to a variety of computer operating systems. Emphasis placed on terminology, concepts, system commands, architecture, maintenance, and troubleshooting. Hands-on experience with operating systems and operating environments such as Windows, DOS, UNIX, OS400, and Windows NT Workstation and Server.

ISys 305 - End-User Applications - 3 credits
Prerequisite: ISys 117. Development of proficiency in the use of end-user software applications with emphasis on spreadsheet and database. Spreadsheet applications include solutions for typical business situations using functions, macros and linking. Database applications include development of and querying of databases, linking, generating forms and reports, and developing menus.

ISys 308 - Information Resource Administration - 3 credits
Introduction to information management and office management concepts and technologies including office automation, office facilities development, technology selection and implementation, office systems and procedures analysis, and office personnel supervision.

ISys 315 - Records and Information Management - 3 credits
Stresses the systematic design and control over the creation, distribution, utilization, retention, storage, protection, preservation, and final disposition of records. Examination of the management of recorded information on a variety of media, including paper, microfilm, magnetic, optical, and electronic records. Costs and systems analysis, electronic filing, computer-assisted retrieval, micrographics, forms management, and imaging systems are also discussed.

ISys 317 - Information Systems in Enterprise - 3 credits
Pre- or corequisite: ISys 117. Major emphasis on information technology, enterprise systems and business processes, database management, decision support systems, strategic information systems, and the utilization of these technologies as productive business professionals.

ISys 330 - Relational database Design - 3 credit
Prerequisites: ISys 305, CSci 120, Comp Prog I: Visual Basic I. Stresses design and utilization of databases, emphasis on both minicomputer and microcomputer database development environments, integrity and security issues. Project oriented.

ISys 360 - Principles of Networking - 3 credits
Prerequisite: ISys 260. Explores principles of networking computer systems; telecommunications hardware, software, and media components; and approaches to efficient business data communications. The student will be exposed to telecommunications terminology, concepts, protocols, and logical and physical design of local area networks.

ISys 370 - Internet/Intranet Development - 3 credits
Prerequisite: Junior standing. A survey of information systems development using Internet/Intranet technologies. This is a course that requires a great deal of outside work.

ISys 411 - Information Systems Seminar - 3 credits
Prerequisites: ISys 315, 360, 420; ISBE 320. The capstone course for the Information Systems major. Students will use the knowledge gained from previous Information Systems courses to participate in seminars, case studies, simulations, and field experience projects involving present and emerging information systems topics.

ISys 420 - Systems Analysis and Design - 3 credits
Prerequisite: ISys 330. A survey of current practices in the development of information systems. Topics may include structured systems analysis and design, joint application development, prototyping, rapid application development, end-user development, and change theory and control. Project oriented.

ISys 430 - Relational Database Development - 3 credits
Prerequisites: ISys 330, 420 and CSci 120 or 160. Corequisite: ISys 420. Focus on development of information systems that rely on relational databases for data storage and retrieval. Topics may include advanced SQL, embedded SQL, Oracle, SQL Server, Cold Fusion, Advanced Visual BASIC, and COBOL. Project oriented.

ISys 499 - ST: E-Commerce - 3 credits
To grow a company in this technologically advanced business climate, a completely new approach to business must be considered - global and domestic E-commerce. In this course explanations and responses will be given to questions about electronic commerce: the concept, tools, and strategies and its implications for the future of global enterprise.

ISBE 320 - Professional Communication for Business - 3 credits
An overview of the communication process, including composition of business letters and reports, use of computer technologies, strategies for oral communication and listening, as well as a brief review of writing mechanics. Clear, concise, effective presentation and logical organization of business messages are emphasized.

ISBE 397 - Cooperative Education - 1-6 credits, repeatable to 12 credits
Prerequisites: overall GPA 2.5; approval of the Director of ISBE Cooperative Education. On-the-job compensated work experience in various areas related to Information Systems, Marketing Education, and Business Education. S-U grading only.
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ISBE 497 - Internship in Information Systems and Business Education - 1-6 credits
On-the-job work experience in business, education, or industry. One credit is earned on the basis of 15 hours per week per semester of occupational experience. S/U only.