CISM - Computer Information Systems

CISM 2105. Introduction to Microcomputer Application Software (3-0-3) Equivalent Course: CPSC 1105. Introduction to the use of microcomputer software. Software applications include word processing, spreadsheets, databases, operating systems, the Internet, and university information resources. Course satisfies University's computer literacy requirement. Students may not receive credit for both this course and CPSC 1105.

CISM 3111. Structured Programming with COBOL 1 (3-0-3) An introduction to Common Business Oriented Language (COBOL) with special emphasis on the techniques of structured programming. Several computer projects to accompany lecture material are included.

CISM 3112. Structured Programming with COBOL 2 (3-0-3) Prerequisite: CISM 3111. Continuation of CISM 3111.

CISM 3115. Principles of Information Technology Management (3-0-3) Prerequisite: Completion of the Lower Division Business Core (Areas A & F). Emphasis on management decisions involving single and multi-user systems, network architecture, database management systems, and the software development process. Students survey types of information systems used by modern organizations: transaction processing, decision support, executive information, functional area support, strategic, and expert systems.

CISM 3125. Information Systems Analysis (3-0-3) Prerequisite: CISM 3115. Emphasizes the initial phases of the system's development life cycle as used in an information system feasibility study: investigation, analysis, and logical design. Applications consist of practical organization problems.

CISM 3135. Introduction to AS/400 Operations (3-0-3) Prerequisite: CISM 3115. An overview of the IBM Application Systems/400 architecture and facilities. Topics include operating system concepts and introduction to control language, menu structure, screen displays, creation and maintenance of libraries and files and database organization and access.

CISM 4125. Object Oriented Application Programming Projects on the AS/400 (3-0-3) Prerequisite: CISM 3135. Concepts of object oriented design based on application programming projects on the AS/400. Project/topics to be assigned based on a real or simulated business organization. The student will utilize all the resources of the AS/400 and draw on the knowledge gained in all previous information systems classes.

CISM 4126. AS/400 Data Management (3-0-3) Prerequisite: CISM 3135. Provides in-depth experience with AS/400 DBMS utilities using SEU, DFU, SDA, and Query as well as SQL to design, code, and test database applications. Will include exercises in CL programming and DDS syntax and coding pertinent to data management.

CISM 4135. Database Design (3-0-3) Prerequisite: CISM 3115. Investigation of database design technology translating user information needs into working databases with an emphasis on relational models and software.

CISM 4136. Object Oriented Analysis, Design, and Applications (3-0-3) Prerequisite: CISM 3115. Concepts of object-oriented analysis, design, and development are presented independent from any specific programming language. Students will develop a project in an object oriented language of their choice.

CISM 4145. Data Communication (3-0-3) Prerequisite: CISM 3115. The design and management of computer-based networks for business applications. Hardware, software, and security in a business environment are discussed.

CISM 4555. Selected Topics in Computer Information Systems (3-0-3) Prerequisites: CISM 4135 or CISM 4145 and senior standing. A research project on a current CISM topic, resulting in a senior thesis and formal presentation, is emphasized. Students also participate in field studies with local organizations, case study teams, and a seminar on current management issues in information technology.

CISM 4899. Independent Study (3 hours) Prerequisites: CISM major and senior standing. Independent study in a selected area of computer information systems. Study will be directed by a faculty member representing the chosen area of specialization. Candidates must present a minimum 1500-word plan through the instructor to the office of the Dean for approval.