Introduction to the computer information systems field focusing on career exploration, data analytics, basic programming concepts, project management, Internet skills, and cybersecurity. Prerequisites: None Fall, SP

Introduction to the use of the computer for business applications; productivity software (word processing, electronic spreadsheet, data management, and presentation graphics). CINS majors must earn a minimum grade of "C". Prerequisites: Completion of all developmental requirements. F, Sp, Sum

Introduction to word processing concepts and fundamentals of word processing operations; hands- on experience with microcomputer word processors. Laboratory work required. Prerequisites: 35 wpm keyboard competency, CSCI 1070. F, Sum

Intensive coverage of business spreadsheet models; including spreadsheet design, file- building techniques, graphics, and spreadsheet automation with macros. Prerequisite: CSCI 1070 or permission of instructor. F, Sp

Fundamentals of problem solving, programming logic, and algorithm specification using various modeling tools; coding of algorithms in a programming language. Prerequisites: MATH 1009, MATH 1011, or MATH 1013, or permission of instructor.

Computer programming methods for business systems. Emphasizes contemporary programming environments and application development using a modern programming language. Prerequisite: CINS 2020 or CSCI 2000 or permission of instructor.

Concepts related to modeling organizational data; emphasis on designing and implementing the Relational database model using both the Structured Query Language (SQL) and a graphical query interface. Prerequisite: CINS 2020 or CSCI 2000 or permission of instructor. F, Sp

Concepts of data communications and networks and their impact on the business enterprise; issues pertaining to design, development, and implementation; hands-on experience with a network. Prerequisite: CINS 2020 or CSCI 2000. F, Sp

Planning, building, and administering local area networks. Emphasis placed on installation, management, and maintenance of client/server networks. Coverage of TCP/IP, remote access, and other popular services. Prerequisite: CINS 3040. Sp

Principles of information security and assurance, with emphasis on the managerial component. A lifecycle approach is used to identify, assess, and develop responses to security threats to organizational assets. Prerequisite: Completion or concurrent enrollment in CINS 3040, or permission of instructor.

An application oriented study of advanced practices and procedures for the design, development, and deployment of organizational information security and assurance measures. Prerequisite: CINS 3044 or permission of instructor. Sp

Application and impact of information technologies on organizational strategy and operations. Emphasis is on applying technology for managerial decision-making and collaboration. Prerequisite: CSCI 1070. F, Sp, Sum

LCCN: CMGM 3013

Overview of various system development life cycles, with emphasis on structured tools and techniques for describing data flows, data structures, file designs, input and output designs, and process specifications. Prerequisite: Credit or enrollment in CINS 3006; CINS 3050 and BUSN 3005, or admission to an approved post-baccalaureate or graduate program; or permission of instructor. F

A practical study of information security auditing practices and procedures. Emphasis is on assessing internal information security control and preparing mitigation plans. Prerequisite(s): CINS 3044 or permission of instructor. F, Sp.

Strategies and techniques of structured design for producing logical system specifications and for deriving physical system designs. Coverage of object orientation and other methodologies for dealing with complexity in the development of information systems. Prerequisites: Credit or enrollment in CINS 3002; CINS 4030; or permission of instructor. Sp

Provision of technical support in selection of hardware and software; training in use of hardware and software; and assistance in use of computer information systems in solving business problems. Prerequisites: 3006, 3040, 3050 and BUSN 4012, or permission of instructor.

1-3 credits. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits. Investigative study on a selected topic by an individual student under the direction of a faculty member. Prerequisite: Senior standing and approval of the directing faculty member and the department head.

1-3 credits per semester. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits. Seminar in information systems. Prerequisite: Approval of department head. (Formerly CINS 492C)

Problem solving, programming logic, and algorithmic specification using a modern programming language; Networks/telecommunications; data and organizational modeling; development and implementation of relational database models using SQL and a modern DBMS.

Individual study of topics in advanced computer information systems under the direction of a senior faculty member. Prerequisites: Twelve semester hours of BMBA courses and a minimum graduate GPA of 3.5.