Course Descriptions

Business Information Systems

IS 181 ..................................................Windows Client Support (4)
Prerequisites: IT 120 (may be taken concurrently); recommended minimum keyboarding speed of 20 cwpm without watching the keyboard.
This course prepares students to support Microsoft Windows Professional in a standalone and network environment. It covers planning, implementation, and support of the OS. This course also prepares students to take the Microsoft Exam: Installing,
Configuring, and Administering Microsoft Windows XP Professional. This is one of the Core requirements for the Microsoft Certified Network Administrator (MCSA) certification exam.

IS 185 ..................................................Windows Server and Networking (4)
Prerequisites: IS 181
This course prepares students to support Microsoft Windows Professional in a standalone and network environment. It covers planning, implementation, and support of the OS and networking features such as DHCP, DNS and WINS. In addition, students will install and configure Microsoft Windows Server Operating Systems to provide file, print, Web, and terminal services. This course also prepares students to take the Microsoft Exam: Installing, Configuring, and Administering Microsoft Windows 2000 Server and implementing, managing, and maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure. This course is for IS Windows Administration Certificate students or those with IS Director approval.

IS 199IS ..................................................Support Internship (2)
Prerequisites: All first semester BIS Degree or WIN Certificate courses and enrollment in second semester courses: paid or unpaid internship position should be secured prior to the start of the semester. This course requires 90 hours of on-site work experience. Students will attend class sessions and/or individual appointments throughout the semester as scheduled. Students will demonstrate mastery of major competencies through on-the-job application of knowledge and skills specific to the BIS Degree or WIN Certificate. The application of these competencies must be satisfactorily accomplished and documented during the internship. Note: If an internship opportunity is needed, contact the Career Services office one month prior to the beginning of the semester for assistance.

IS 230 ..................................................Advanced Spreadsheets and Databases (3)
Prerequisites: IT 120
Provides in-depth skills in using Excel and Access to organize, calculate, present, and recover business data. Taught Fall Semester only.

IS 240 ..................................................Introduction of Information Systems Management (3)
Prerequisites: None
Using information systems to solve business problems and improve business effectiveness. Provides hands-on exposure to databases; Visual Basic for applications, access, system design, network security, HTML development and other software applications. Taught Winter Semester only.

IS 242 ..................................................Systems Design and Analysis
Prerequisites: IS 240
Analysis and Design systems for business; focus on System Life Development Cycle. Student will also learn the basics of project management. Taught Fall Semester only.

IS 245 ..................................................Introduction to Programming (3)
Prerequisites: IS 242
Provides skills in object-oriented program design and development; principles of algorithm formulation and implementation. Student will also work on Visual Basic applications for Excel, Access and QuickBooks. Taught Winter Semester only.

IS 247 ..................................................Database Design and Implementation (3)
Prerequisites: IS 130
Teaches concepts and techniques of database system development; topics include data normalization, design methodology, DBMS functions, database administration and other concepts; hands-on projects on Microsoft SQL. Taught Winter Semester only.

IS 290 ..................................................LAN & WAN Administration & Security (4)
Prerequisites: IT 185
Teaches principles of LAN and WAN communications and administration using Linux network operation systems. Provides hands-on ethical hacking training and exposure to Linux and Cisco administration. Taught Winter Semester only.