Information Systems and Technology BS

Program Overview

The Information Systems and Technology BS program prepares students for careers in the IS profession, equipping them with skills in programming, systems analysis, database administration, and more. The program emphasizes leadership principles, technological innovation, and best practices in IS, providing graduates with the expertise to excel in various industries.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

• Overview: The Information Systems (IS) area aims to prepare students for successful careers in the IS profession.
Careers in IS include programming, systems analysis and design, database administration, end-user support, network administration, and management consulting. The program's goal is to provide students with the skills to deal with the challenges confronting IS through teaching, research, and service to the profession.
• Objectives: The objectives of the Information Systems and Technology BS program are to:
• Evaluate and implement effective IS leadership principles and strategy.
• Prioritize and propose managerial practices to develop and deploy technological innovations that produce business advantage.
• Explain best practices in systems analysis and design.
• Support and improve current best practices in application development, business intelligence, cybersecurity, and legacy systems.
• Exhibit specialized leadership and technical expertise.

Outline:

• Program Content and Structure:
• Specific Requirements for the Major:
INFSYS 3806, INFSYS 3810, INFSYS 3816, INFSYS 3820, INFSYS 3830, INFSYS 3848, INFSYS 3842, INFSYS 3845, INFSYS 4850, INFSYS 4847
• Course Schedule: The program follows a traditional semester-based schedule with courses offered in both fall and spring semesters.
• Individual Modules with Module Descriptions: The program includes several modules that cover different aspects of information systems and technology.
These modules may include, but are not limited to:
• Programming:
This module covers the fundamental concepts of programming, including data types, variables, operators, control structures, and functions. Students will learn to write programs in a variety of programming languages.
• Systems Analysis and Design: This module covers the process of analyzing and designing information systems.
Students will learn to identify user needs, develop system requirements, and create system designs.
• Database Management: This module covers the fundamental concepts of database management, including data modeling, database design, and database administration.
Students will learn to use a variety of database management systems.
• Network Administration: This module covers the fundamental concepts of network administration, including network design, implementation, and management.
Students will learn to administer a variety of network technologies.
• Information Security: This module covers the fundamental concepts of information security, including security threats, security controls, and security management.
Students will learn to protect information systems from a variety of threats.
• Assessment: The program uses a variety of assessment methods to evaluate student learning.
These methods may include, but are not limited to:
• Exams:
Students may be required to take exams to demonstrate their knowledge of the material covered in a course.
• Projects: Students may be required to complete projects to demonstrate their ability to apply their knowledge and skills to real-world problems.
• Presentations: Students may be required to give presentations to demonstrate their understanding of the material covered in a course.
• Teaching:
• Teaching Methods:
The program uses a variety of teaching methods, including lectures, discussions, case studies, and simulations.
• Faculty: The program is taught by a team of experienced faculty members who are experts in their field.
• Unique Approaches: The program may use unique approaches to teaching, such as project-based learning and experiential learning.
• Careers:
• Potential Career Paths:
Graduates of the Information Systems and Technology BS program may pursue a variety of careers in the IS profession, including:
• Programmer
• Systems Analyst
• Database Administrator
• End-User Support Specialist
• Network Administrator
• Management Consultant
• Opportunities and Outcomes:
Graduates of the program may find employment in a variety of industries, including finance, healthcare, manufacturing, and government. They may also pursue graduate education in information systems or a related field.