8 courses with the subject IS, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
IS 310Information Systems Analysis and Design3
Topics covered in the lectures and readings are systems development life cycle prototyping, analysis and design tools, techniques and objectives, and hardware/software evaluation and selection. The course involves the class in a development project in which the material studied in the course will be utilized. Project assignments include determination of user requirements, logical and physical design, building the data dictionary, and the development and testing of software modules. Also considered are the writing of end-user procedures manuals and user training. Classes will include hands-on sessions in the use of the CASE tool that will be used for the course project. Lecture
BUS 150 Equivalent(s): MIS 310/IDT 310 Not Liberal Arts Offered: As Needed
IS 320Applications Development with Visual Basic3
This course will emphasize computer applications development in order to implement solutions to systems in a business environment. The applications development tool of Visual Basic will be utilized. Students will build on their knowledge of spreadsheets and databases by exploring visual basic extensions to those applications development generators. The power of the development language will be applied to the design and development of a significant course project which will be presented to the class using presentation software systems. Lecture
BUS 150 Equivalent(s): MIS 320/IDT 320 Not Liberal Arts Offered: As Needed
IS 328Total Quality Management3
This course provides a working knowledge of Total Quality Management (TQM) and its application to external and internal customers in goods and services industries. The student gains an appreciation of why World Class organizations practice TQM and how it results in competitive advantage and positive results in revenue and profit. The course examines principles, concepts and tools in order to provide the foundation on which TQM programs as well other quality initiates are created, developed, implemented and continuously improved. A major learning is the critical role of top down leadership in establishing and sustaining a TQM environment. Through class discussions and the instructor’s experiences the student learns how corporations have utilized TQM in their respective businesses and healthcare areas. There will be much discussion on the business concept and business model of supply chain management. This course will focus and explore how healthcare defines TQM, its impact on that marketplace segment and the quality concepts in a healthcare environment as well as in the industrial, service, and manufacturing sectors. Lecture
This course presents an introduction to database management. The student will study data relationships, data structures, normalization of data, data modeling, and database methods. The student will design the conceptual, logical and physical view of a specific database. The course utilizes a hands-on approach with practical problems used as theory reinforcement. In addition to homework assignments, the student will have a major project on database design which will be presented to the class. Lecture
BUS 150 Equivalent(s): MIS 335/IDT 335 Not Liberal Arts Offered: As Needed
IS 405Project Management3
Project management is an important discipline in many areas of the world economy such as business, healthcare, defense, research and development and many others. The Project Management course presents the concepts, tools, techniques, and applications of project management. Students will learn about common approaches employed with project management for projects of varying scope (small to very large) and budget (hundreds of thousands to billions of dollars). Case studies of both successful and unsuccessful project initiatives will provide insights into strategy alternatives and explore best practices with respect to these alternatives. The course will consider the application of theory to project scenarios through the use of various software tools. The course will cover the basic functions of these tools such as project planning, team building, project deliverables, risk assessment, conducting successful meetings, managing conflict, software tools and reporting. The course design includes lectures to cover theory and computer laboratory work to focus on practical application of tools such as Microsoft Project. A team project will be required that must be delivered in both written and oral forms. Lecture
This course provides an introductory exploration of Python programming, with a primary emphasis on its relevance in solving Business Analytics problems. No prior programming experience is necessary. The first module concentrates on developing Python programming skills, while the second module is dedicated to utilizing Python for business analytics and applying these skills to address practical business problems. Lecture
This course is intended for students seeking to develop the ability to visualize business data. This course will provide students with principles of effective visual representation as well as creating interactive and insightful visualizations using software. Through hands-on assignments and projects, students will develop the ability to transform raw data into compelling visual narratives, enhancing the ability to make and present data-driven decisions in various business contexts. Lecture
This course provides an introduction to the fundamental concepts of Artificial Intelligence (AI), including its methodologies and applications. It aims to equip students with the knowledge and hands-on experience to understand and implement AI algorithms to analyze business problems. The students will learn how to utilize various methods of AI, such as neural networks, Convolutional Neural Networks (CNNs), Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), and natural language processing, to empower data-driven decision-making and gain a competitive edge. Through hands-on assignments and projects, students will be prepared to analyze and effectively integrate AI solutions into business strategies, driving innovation and competitive advantage in the information age. Lecture
