Information Systems (IS) Lower Level
IS 103 - Applied Information Technology - 3 hrs.
Use of microcomputers, business applications in office automation, analysis of business problems, and retrieval and presentation of information. Prerequisites: MA 105
IS 204 - Intro to Business Programming - 3 hrs.
An introductory course addressing the concepts, structures, and use of an event-driven programming language to implement business solutions. Emphasis is placed on developing general problem-solving strategies and implementing solutions through algorithm development. Preq: C or better in IS 103. Prerequisites: IS 103
IS 205 - Intro Application Development - 3 hrs.
A course addressing the concepts, structures, and use of object-oriented problem solving and the C# programming language. Emphasis is placed on developing general problem-solving strategies and implementing solutions through algorithm development using object class models and C#. Prerequisites: IS 204
IS 295 - Programming Logic - 3 hrs.
Provides an introduction to the technical aspects of programming using common programming logic concepts and objectoriented programming concepts.
Upper Level
IS 301 - Intro to Database Mgt Systems - 3 hrs.
An introductory course on database management systems. Emphasis is placed on providing students with the fundamental knowledge necessary to model business data needs, design logical data models, and design, implement, and use of a physical database in application development. Prerequisites: IS 295
IS 302 - Telecommunications Management - 3 hrs.
A study of data communications technologies used for business. The technologies include local and wide area networks, as well as telephony. Network management and security are also emphasized. Prerequisites: IS 204
IS 303 - Information Systems - 3 hrs.
Theory and application of management information systems. Planning, design, development, and implementation of and strategic issues in information systems, World Wide Web, Internet, and knowledge-based systems.
IS 304 - Intro to Business Programming - 3 hrs.
An introductory course addressing the concepts, structures, and use of an event-driven programming language to implement business solutions. Emphasis is placed on developing general problem-solving strategies and implementing solutions through algorithm development.
IS 305 - Intro Application Development - 3 hrs.
A course addressing the concepts, structures, and use of object-oriented problem solving and the C# programming language. Emphasis is placed on developing general problem-solving strategies and implementing solutions through algorithm development using object class models and C#. Prerequisites: IS 295 and IS 301 and IS 304
IS 308 - Adv Application Development - 3 hrs.
An introductory course on distributed systems development. Emphasis is placed on providing students with the fundamental knowledge necessary to design, construct, and test distributed business applications. Prerequisites: IS 205 and IS 301 and IS 303
IS 321 - Systems Analysis - 3 hrs.
Focuses on the planning, decision making tasks and requisite skills necessary for the analysis of information systems. Prerequisites: IS 204
IS 383 - Current Programming Languages - 3 hrs.
A course addressing the concepts, structures, and features of a programming language currently in demand by area businesses and organizations. Emphasis is placed on developing general problem solving strategies and implementing solutions through algorithm development using the programming language. Prerequisites: IS 204 or IS 205
IS 396 - Intro to Project Management - 3 hrs.
A course addressing the concepts and application of project management techniques and tools. Emphasis is placed on the Project Management Institute's body of knowledge, information technology project management, and preparing the student for the Project Management Professional certification exam. Prerequisites: IS 321
IS 422 - Adv Systems Analysis/Design - 3 hrs.
Focuses on the planning, decision making, tasks, and requisite skills necessary for the design of information systems. Prerequisites: IS 295 and IS 301 and IS 321
IS 464 - IS Internship - 3 hrs.
Work experience enabling students to better integrate academic knowledge with practical applications by exposure to accounting practice and the business environment. Prerequisites: 2.75 GPA in IS courses and permission of instructor and IS
IS 472 - Forensic Acc and IT Auditing - 3 hrs.
Introduction to the practice of forensic accounting and its relationship to auditing in settings characterized by extensive reliance on information technology. An emphasis on audit methodology as applied to accounting information systems.
IS 473 - Fraud Examination - 3 hrs.
Advanced forensic accounting concepts with a primary focus on occupational fraud and abuse--its origins, perpetration, prevention, and detection.
IS 474 - Forensic Accounting Practicum - 1 to 3 hrs.
Work experience requiring the application of forensic accounting concepts and methods. Prerequisites: IS 472 and IS 473
IS 491 - Current Topics in Info Systems - 3 hrs.
A study of selected current developments in information systems emphasizing development and managerial implications. Prerequisites: IS 302 and IS 308 Team systems development project with special emphasis on information management from organizational perspective. Prerequisites: IS 295 and IS 301 and IS 321 and IS 396
IS 495 - IS Capstone Systems Develop - 3 hrs.
IS 499 - Directed Readings - 1 to 3 hrs.
Readings and independent study in selected areas.
Legal Studies (LS) Lower Level
LS 246 - Legal Environment of Business - 3 hrs.
Background and survey of current legal system; legal process, contracts, torts, product liability, employment law, securities, anti-trust, and ethics.
Upper Level
LS 471 - Legal Elemts of Fraud Invest - 3 hrs.
Key legal principles and courtroom procedures relevant to forensic accounting, and survey of related topics--criminology theories, evidence management, and litigation services. Prerequisites: LS 246 and LS 471 and senior standing, and permission of instructor.