CIS 101300 Information

Distance Education @ Union County College
Online Course Information

Course Information

Introduction to Information Systems
CIS 101 300
Summer I 2008
3 credit hours
Start date: 05-27-08
End date: 07-03-08

This course is an introduction to the many facets of computer information systems. The course provides an understanding of system concepts, information technology, and application software. It also introduces students to how information is used in organizations and how information technology enables improvement in quality and timeliness of information. It gives students the characteristics of professionals and of possible career paths. Topics include ethical and societal issues, organizing data and information, telecommunications and networks, e-commerce, and management information systems. With hands-on experience, the course supports the concept of problem solving with computers via applications and the Internet. Prerequisites: CIS 100, ENG 088, MAT 022. 2 lecture and 2 laboratory hours per week. 3 credit hours.

Instructor Information

Prof. Rodihan
email: rodihan@ucc.edu
voice: 908-709-7044

Special Information

Testing Information:

Class is totally online. Tests are given online.

Textbook(s):

Principles of Information Systems, 8th ed. by Stair and Reynolds

Course Materials (including special hardware or software):

Microsoft Word 2007 or 2003
Microsoft Excel 2007 or 2003
Microsoft PowerPoint 2007 or 2003
Microsoft Access 2007 or 2003