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3113. Business Programming Language 3(3-0) Prerequisites: Junior standing or above or consent of the chair, CMPS 2153 or equiv- alent, and MATH 1203 or MATH 1233.

An introduction to a programming language which has relevance to business appli- cations. Includes language theory and programming logic as well as implementation. May be repeated if topic differs.

3123. Database Design and Management(formerly 4123) 3(3-0) Prerequisites: Junior standing or above or consent of the chair, and CMPS 2153 or equivalent.

An examination of database management systems and their applications in business. Emphasis is placed on design, consideration of the end-user, and management of databas- es. There will be extensive hands-on use of a microcomputer-based database package. 3133. Business Systems Analysis (formerly 4133) 3(3-0)

Prerequisites: Junior standing or above or consent of the chair, and BUAD 3113 or equivalent.

Study of the analysis phase of the system development life cycle. Emphasis is placed on feasibility studies, requirement analysis, human factors, and preliminary design. Diagramming techniques and CASE tools, and team presentations will be studied and/ or utilized.

3153. Hardware Issues in Information Technology (I.T.) 3(3-0) Prerequisites: Junior standing or above or consent of the chair, CMPS 2153 or equiv- alent, and MATH 1203 or 1233.

The objective of this course is to familiarize students with the components, standards, and protocols associated with personal computers. Students will study the various PC configurations and technologies including microprocessors, motherboards, power sup- plies, bus configurations, peripheral devices and others. A hands-on project requiring students to design and build a personal computer will also be part of the course. Upon completion of the course, students will have a basic knowledge of and understanding of the following hardware components, concepts, and applications: system resources, Random Access Memory, CMOS RAM, disk devices, printer drivers, and system pro- tection.

3163. Project Management 3(3-0) Prerequisite: Junior standing or above or consent of the chair.

Practical approach to business problem solving through the actual implementation of a software product. It includes study of project management tools and techniques nec- essary to plan, staff, organize, direct, and control the development of computer-based information systems.

3203. Electronic Commerce 3 (3-0) Prerequisite: Junior standing or above or consent of the chair.

This course will explore business uses of the tools and technologies needed for Electronic Commerce. Topics include business concepts, opportunities, challenges, and strategies that surround the emergence of electronic commerce. Problems related to the impact of electronic commerce such as social issues, risk, security, authentication, encryption, privacy, and methodologies will be discussed.

3303. Networking and Telecommunications 3(3-0) Prerequisites: Junior standing or above or consent of the chair, and BUAD 3113. Telecommunication applications and regulating environment as they apply to busi- ness. An introduction to the technical aspects of current telecommunications technolo- gy and the managerial aspects of telecommunications in business organizations. 4113. Advanced Programming 3(3-0)

Prerequisites: Junior standing or above or consent of the chair, and MIS 3113. An extended introduction to an advanced programming environment utilizing a busi- ness oriented programming language. The course will provide instruction in the advanced manipulation of data and the programming of sophisticated data-intensive applications and file structures. In this course emphasis will be placed on developing object-oriented and web-based business applications. Major topics covered include pro- gram, system and interface design, database access, web service concepts, and pro- gramming management.

4143. Business Systems Design and Implementation 3(3-0) Prerequisites: Senior standing or consent of the chair, and grade of "C" or better in MIS 3123 and 3133.

Study of the design and implementation phases of the system development life cycle. Emphasis is placed on detailed, physical design of a system, and its implementation in a microcomputer environment. Students will work in a team environment to develop a prototype computer-based system for a client, either real or hypothetical.

4153. Decision Making and Decision Support Systems (D.S.S.) 3(3-0) Prerequisites: Junior standing or above or consent of the chair, and BUAD 3113. This course explores various theories of decision making. It provides an opportuni- ty for the student to study the application of quantitative decision-making techniques to management decision problems; focus on model development, solution, and implemen- tation of results.

4323. Business Network Design 3(3-0) Prerequisites: Junior standing or above or consent of the chair, and MIS 3303. This course explores the telecommunication technologies used in wide area net- works. Technologies such as frame relay, ATM, TCP/IP, and voice over IP will be stud- ied. The role of the common carriers will also be discussed. Secure network traffic over TCP/IP and other security topics will be included.

4333. Advanced Database Design 3(3-0) Prerequisites: Junior standing or above or consent of the chair, and MIS 3123. This course will allow faculty and students to explore emerging technologies and

concepts within systems development including, but not limited to: data warehousing, data mining, knowledge management (KM), and other technologies necessary to facil- itate the successful implementation of electronic business functions (e.g., e-commerce) and other enterprise systems.

4443. Information Resource Management 3(3-0) Prerequisite: Graduating senior in MIS or consent of the chair.

This is a capstone course in management of information systems and the information resources of an organization. Included in the course is a study of the principles and concepts involved in the management of all aspects of an organization's information systems resources. Topics include project control, CIO functions, information systems planning and budgeting, strategic impact of information systems, multinational organi- zations, and relevant legal, professional, and ethical issues. A key component in this course will be the inclusion of a nationally recognized, comprehensive qualification exam.

4893. Internship in Management Information Systems 3(3-0) Prerequisites: Junior standing or above and consent of the chair and the dean. Field experience in selected areas of information systems with local enterprises and agencies. May be repeated once. Must be approved with all paperwork completed prior to registration. Total hours granted for internships in all areas of business administra- tion may not exceed six hours of credit.