Spring 2008 Course Offerings

Semester Dates: January 7 - May 10, 2008
Last day to add a full-term course: January 22, 2008

Tuition and Fees due: Tuesday, January 22, 2008
A late fee of $200 will be charged if not paid by January 22, 2008.

Registration for Spring Semester began November 5, 2007

Must be a UND admitted student before registering for any classes.
How to register for classes--information at http://www.conted.und.edu/ddp/RegistrationInformation.html

Textbooks

Order through Barnes and Noble Bookstore

Order your textbooks early to ensure you have them in time to begin your course.  Textbooks are available through Barnes and Noble on the UND campus or online at www.whywaitforbooks.com .

1. Select North Dakota
2. Select University of North Dakota
3. Select the term of your course
4. Select the department of your course
5. Select your course by course number
6. Select your section by using the class number
    found on your Campus Connection course schedule
7. Click Add Course
8. Click View Textbook List on the right
     to select which textbook(s) you wish to purchase and checkout

The system will prompt you to register, but will also let you check out as a guest. The benefit of registering is that you will be able to revisit your order if you need to make a change.

You can use your financial aid charge account at the bookstore during the fall and spring semesters. To do so, make sure to enter your EMPLID number in the required field.

Your textbooks can be shipped, or you can choose to pick them up at the UIND Barnes and Noble campus bookstore prior to the start of classes.

 

ISys 117 - Personal Productivity with Information Technology - 1 credit

Online

Dates: January 7-May 10, 2008
Instructor: Tim O'Keefe

Description: Introductory lab-based course covering basic computer hardware, operating systems, software, and Microsoft Office tools.

ISys 305 - End-User Applications - 3 credits

Online

Dates: January 7-May 10, 2008
Instructor: Sandy Braathen

Description: 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 317 - Information Systems in Enterprise - 3 credits

Online

Dates: January 7-May 10, 2008
Instructor: Tim O'Keefe

Description: 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 420 - Systems Analysis and Design - 3 credits

Online

Dates: January 7-May 10, 2008
Instructor: Assion Lawson-Body

Description: 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

Online

Dates: January 7-May 10, 2008
Instructor:

Description: 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.

ISBE 320 - Professional Communication for Business - 3 credits

Online

Dates: January 7-May 10, 2008
Instructor: Barb Graham

Description: 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.