Information Systems
Summer 2006
IS 202 Systems Analysis Methods 3 credits
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Overview of the system development life cycle. Emphasis on current system documentation through the use of both classical and structured tools/techniques for describing process flows, data flows, data structures, file designs, input and output designs, and program specifications. Discussion of the information gathering and reporting activities and of the transition from analysis to design. Prerequisite: IS 101. For more information contact mmk@advp.com.
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Grade Method: REG
[0237] 6060 Meets 05/30/2006 - 07/07/2006 KAHL, M
MW.........6:00pm- 9:10pm (ITE 239)
IS 295 Introduction to Applications Programming 3 credits
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Introduces the development of business-oriented application programs, using case studies to stress the principles of good program design. Application software includes, but may not be limited to, Microsoft Office. Prerequisites: IS 101 and IS 125 or their equivalents or permission of the instructor. NOTE: Not intended for IS BS majors. For more information contact anooru1@umbc.edu for section 6060.
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Grade Method: REG/P-F/AUD
[0238] 6060 Meets 05/30/2006 - 07/07/2006 NOORUDDIN, A
MW.........6:00pm- 9:10pm (ITE 468)
IS 300 Management Information Systems 3 credits
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An overview of management information systems (MIS), including the development of transaction processing systems and their relationship to management reporting systems. The course objectives include developing an understanding of the purpose, functions, components and applications of transaction processing systems and management reporting systems in private and public organizations, and describing and evaluating policies for information resource management. Prerequisite: IS 202. For more information contact sponaugle@umbc.edu.
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Grade Method: REG/P-F/AUD
[0240] 7060 Meets 07/10/2006 - 08/18/2006 SPONAUGLE, R
TuTh.......1:00pm- 4:10pm (ITE 227)
IS 303 Human Factors in Computer Systems Design 3 credits
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This course provides a survey of human factors and human-computer interaction relevant to the design and use of information systems. It describes the contributions of information systems, computer science, psychology, sociology and engineering to human-computer interaction. Emphasis is placed on human factors theories, human information processing concepts, interaction design approaches and usability evaluation methods. Application areas and current research are also reviewed. Prerequisite: IS 202. For more information contact robert.b.smith@ssa.gov.
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Grade Method: REG/P-F/AUD
[0241] 6060 Meets 05/30/2006 - 07/07/2006 SMITH, R
TuTh.......6:00pm- 9:10pm (ITE 233)
IS 310 Software and Hardware Concepts 3 credits
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A survey of technical topics related to computer systems with emphasis on the relationships between hardware architecture, system software and applications software. The architecture of processors and storage systems are explored and the implications for systems software design are covered, along with the impact of hardware and software system design on the development of application programs in a business environment. For more information contact fgreen@umbc.edu.
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Grade Method: REG/P-F/AUD
[0242] 6060 Meets 05/30/2006 - 07/07/2006 GREEN, F
TuTh.......6:00pm- 9:10pm (ITE 227)
IS 387 Web Content Development 3 credits
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HYBRID COURSE - This course focuses on the creation and organization of Web content that meets the information needs of end users and serves the communication purpose of the site’s sponsors or creators. Students will analyze the information architecture, navigation, audience awareness, and usability of good and bad Websites; talk with Web content developers from a variety of fields; and develop the Web content plan for a site. Prerequisite: ENGL 393 or 391 or permission of the instructor. Note: Also listed as ENGL 387. For more information see http://www.umbc.edu/~fritz/engl387 or contact fritz@umbc.edu.
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(PermReq) Grade Method: REG
[0243] 6080 Meets 05/30/2006 - 07/21/2006 FRITZ, J
TuTh.......6:00pm- 8:20pm (ITE 468)
IS 399 Cooperative Education in Information 1-3 credits
Systems Management
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This course provides the opportunity for IS majors to earn academic credit while employed in a professional position under the Cooperative Education Program. The course is repeatable to a maximum of six credits for a second co-op assignment. Course grading is P/F only, based on the students meeting the requirements of the Office of Professional Practice and an acceptable performance evaluation from the employer. Prerequisite: Admission to the Cooperative Education Program. For more information see http://userpages.umbc.edu/~redding/IS399/IS399.htm or contact redding@umbc.edu.
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(PermReq) Grade Method: P-F Individual Instruction
course: contact department or instructor
to obtain section number.
IS 403 User Interface Design 3 credits
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A second semester human-computer interaction course in which the student will have the opportunity to apply the user interface theories, guidelines and principles presented in the introductory course. The goal of the course is for the student to follow the complete systems development life cycle in analyzing, designing, developing, implementing and evaluating an interactive user interface. Course activities include producing project milestone deliverables, developing a design report, coding an interactive interface and conducting a formal interface evaluation. Prerequisite: IS 202 and 303. For more information contact devries@umbc.edu.
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(PermReq) Grade Method: REG THIS CLASS WILL MEET IN
COMPUTER LAB, ENGR 104.
[7517] 6060 Meets 05/30/2006 - 07/07/2006 DEVRIES, E
TuTh.......9:00am-12:10pm (ENGR104)
IS 410 Introduction to Database Design 3 credits
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The student is introduced to the process of database development, including data modeling, database design and database implementation. Students learn basic interactive SQL for both data definition and queries. Students practice design skills by developing a small database project. Prerequisites: Completion of the IS B.S. gateway. For more information contact furkantari@umbc.edu.
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(PermReq) Grade Method: REG
[7506] 7060 Meets 07/10/2006 - 08/18/2006 TARI, F
TuTh.......6:00pm- 9:10pm (ITE 231)
IS 420 Database Application Development 3 credits
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The course offers hands-on experience for developing client/server database applications using a major database management system. Students learn how to create and manipulate database objects including tables, views, and sequences; develop program units using SQL; and implement client applications such as forms and reports. The course provides students with first-hand experience developing prototype client/server applications. For more information contact mcginnis@umbc.edu.
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(PermReq) Grade Method: REG
[7514] 6060 Meets 05/30/2006 - 07/07/2006 MCGINNIS, J
TuTh.......6:00pm- 9:10pm (ITE 469)
IS 425 Decision Support Systems 3 credits
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This course provides an overview of theoretical and organizational aspects of decision support systems (DSS), including descriptive and prescriptive decision-making concepts, individual and group decision support systems, and executive information systems. Management of DSS within the end-user environment also is discussed. Projects using DSS software are required, and case examples are discussed. Prerequisite: IS 410 and ECAD 210. IS 325 is strongly recommended. For more information contact everhart@umbc.edu.
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(PermReq) Grade Method: REG
[0245] 6060 Meets 05/30/2006 - 07/07/2006 EVERHART, A
MW.........9:00am-12:10pm (ITE 468)
IS 432 Computer Viruses 3 credits
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Through a review of the current literature, a survey of state-of-the-art software tools and an examination of actual microcomputer-based viruses, the course is intended to prepare students for the eventuality of having to protect their machines and data against the increasingly common threat of viruses. Prerequisite: Junior standing or permission of the instructor. For more information contact dgorin1@umbc.edu.
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Grade Method: REG/P-F/AUD
[0246] 6040 Meets 05/30/2006 - 06/23/2006 GLAZER, D
MWF........9:00am-12:10pm (ITE 467)
IS 436 Structured Systems Analysis and Design 3 credits
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A capstone course involving advanced study and application of structured analysis and design methods throughout the system life cycle. Emphasis is given to the common approaches for gathering requirements, modeling, analyzing and designing information systems. Managing the complexity of system development projects also is addressed. These skills are applied via a semester-long, team-based, field research project. Prerequisite: IS 410. For more information contact luther_petry@troweprice.com.
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(PermReq) Grade Method: REG
[0247] 6060 Meets 05/30/2006 - 07/07/2006 PETRY, P
MW.........6:00pm- 9:10pm (ITE 229)
IS 450 Data Communications and Networks 3 credits
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This is an introductory survey course in data communications and networking. It surveys basic theory and technology of computer networking. A single networking protocol stack also is covered in depth. Prerequisites: Completion of the IS B.S. gateway. For more information contact meise@umbc.edu.
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(PermReq) Grade Method: REG/P-F
[0251] 7060 Meets 07/10/2006 - 08/18/2006 MEISE, J
TuTh.......1:00pm- 4:10pm (ITE 233)
IS 451 Network Design and Management 3 credits
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This course covers implementation and administration of enterprise networking and distributed applications. It includes readings and case studies on middleware, network architecture for distributed applications and selected technologies to support enterprise systems. Prerequisite: IS 450. For more information contact meise@umbc.edu.
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(PermReq) Grade Method: REG/P-F
[0252] 6060 Meets 05/30/2006 - 07/07/2006 MEISE, J
TuTh.......1:00pm- 4:10pm (ITE 227)
IS 474 Legal Aspects of Information Systems 3 credits
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This course focuses on the legal issues surrounding the use and misuse of computer-stored information and copyrights and piracy of computer software. Prerequisite: IS 202. For more information contact sponaugle@umbc.edu.
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Grade Method: REG/P-F/AUD
[0254] 7060 Meets 07/10/2006 - 08/18/2006 SPONAUGLE, R
MW.........1:00pm- 4:10pm (ITE 233)
IS 613C Graphical User Interface Systems Using 3 credits
JAVA
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This course is intended to introduce IS graduate students to basic computer programming techniques using Java Swing (JDK 5). The course is designed for the IS major who needs familiarity with Java but who does not necessarily intend to be a professional computer programmer. The course assumes that you have at least some prior programming experience so that writing computer programs is not new for you. The course has technical (Java projects), academic (tests on Java), and communication (collaborating, writing and presenting) components. This is a hands-on course, however, and most of the class time will be devoted to writing Java code. For more information see http://nasa1.ifsm.umbc.edu/IFSM413_613/ or contact emurian@umbc.edu.
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Grade Method: REG
[0260] 6040 Meets 05/30/2006 - 06/23/2006 EMURIAN, H
MWF........9:00am-12:10pm (ITE 469)
IS 700 Independent Study In Information Systems 1-6 credits
(PermReq) Grade Method: REG Individual Instruction
course: contact department or instructor
to obtain section number.
IS 799 Master's Thesis Research 1-6 credits
(PermReq) Grade Method: P-F Individual Instruction
course: contact department or instructor
to obtain section number.
IS 801 Independent Study for Doctoral Students 1-6 credits
(PermReq) Grade Method: REG Individual Instruction
course: contact department or instructor
to obtain section number.
IS 8800 Doctoral Special Study 1 credit
(PermReq) Grade Method: P-F Individual Instruction
course: contact department or instructor
to obtain section number.
IS 899 Doctoral Dissertation Research 1-6 credits
(PermReq) Grade Method: P-F Individual Instruction
course: contact department or instructor
to obtain section number.
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