An introductory course focusing on hand-sketching and drafting techniques that are used by interior designers. Instruction focuses on understanding the equipment and developing the skills needed to produce manually generated floor plans, elevations, sections, orthographic, and axonometric drawings; sketches and perspectives using hand-rendered shade, shadow, and texture; architectural lettering; and drawing composition.
An introductory course in interior design theory, principles, and processes, which are applied to spaces with simple design programs where people live and work.
An introductory course in interior design theory, principles, and processes, which are applied to spaces with simple design programs where people live and work.
An introductory course in interior design theory, principles, and processes, which are applied to spaces with simple design programs where people live and work.
Students will continue to develop their understanding of floorplans, elevations, and sections by producing drawings with computer programs commonly used by professional interior designers. Students will be instructed in methods of depicting their design ideas in 3-D with computer generated drawings and perspectives. Basic computer renderings skills will be introduced.
A study-workshop in the language of drawing including practice in expression and communication in various media utilizing principles of line, tone gesture, exaggeration and lighting. Cross-listed with GCDN1023
An introductory course in design process, the principles of design and their application to studio projects. This course establishes a framework form which to explore the connection between the foundations of design and complex discipline-specific design problems. Cross-listed with GCDN1060
This course builds upon Foundation Design I, as an introductory course in design process, the principles of design and their application to studio projects, with a focus on color theory through both two- and three-dimensional design. This course continues to establish a framework from which to explore the connection between the foundations of design and complex discipline-specific design problems. Cross-listed with GCDN1062
An advanced skills course in computer-aided design (CAD) and other computer graphic software programs. This course builds upon principles, concepts, and techniques learned in IDSN1011-Interior Graphics I and IDSN1021-Interior Graphics II for designing with two-and-three dimensional computer-aided drafting software. Students are provided with extensive hands-on experience to familiarize themselves with the capabilities of the computer and the graphic programs that are commonly used in interior design practice.
A survey of interiors and architecture from the ancient world through the gothic period. Emphasis is on understanding the development of our consciousness of space and the relationship between plan development, structural concepts, technology and materials.
An investigation into the special concerns of architectural photography and the use of the camera as a design tool. Students photograph existing interiors, work in progress and design projects in model and drawing form.
An investigation of the design process with emphasis on basic programming tools, concept development and the relationship between form, function and place-making. Design projects, emphasizing commercial with at least one residential, range in size up to 6000 square feet. Project organization is from simple to complex in each semester.
An investigation of the design process with emphasis on basic programming tools, concept development and the relationship between form, function and place-making. Design projects, emphasizing commercial with at least one residential, range in size up to 6000 square feet. Project organization is from simple to complex in each semester.
An investigation of the design process with emphasis on basic programming tools, concept development and the relationship between form, function and place-making. Design projects, emphasizing commercial with at least one residential, range in size up to 6000 square feet. Project organization is from simple to complex in each semester.are.
A survey of interiors and architecture from the Renaissance through the 18th century, with special emphasis on styles and furniture.
An overview of architectural building systems that affect the responsibilities and decisions of interior designers. Emphasis is placed on structural systems and architectural components of buildings (e.g., floors, walls, ceilings, doors, windows, moisture protection, etc.) as well as relevant vocabulary, codes, and environmental concerns.
An advanced course in the delineation of the interior space. Emphasis is on the development of individual style and expanded technical rendering knowledge.
A studio course that provides instruction and hands-on experiences related to the materials, design, and construction techniques of furniture, cabinetry, and millwork detailing.
A thorough study of finish materials and textiles as they pertain to interior spaces and their installation on floors, walls, ceilings and furniture. Criteria for evaluating performance under differing conditions, compliance with fire and building codes, and impact on the environment are discussed. Conventional and innovative uses of fiber-based products and finish materials to enhance design concepts are explored.
This course will explore various writing techniques that are specific to the fields of Graphic & Communication Design and Interior Design and will include: copy and headlines, press releases, web page texts, television & radio commercial messages, design briefs and presentation notes. Students will learn effective ways to make presentations to clients in both individual and creative team situations, as well as practice their ability to articulate design concepts to an audience. In addition to being beneficial to Graphic Design and Interior Design students, the course could be offered to marketing, information systems technology and other programs beginning in the fall of 2010. Cross-listed with GCDN3010
A study of great houses in the United States from early salt boxes to Mies' Farnsworth House. Emphasis is placed on historic context and each structure's contribution to contemporary residential design.
This course will provide an introduction to green building and sustainable design principles as well as an understanding of the integrated building design process, explaining the basic concepts involved and outlining the fundamental application of this approach. In addition, this course will explore critical elements and core concepts of high performance building rating systems and synergies between the systems. Prereq: IDSN2046
An investigation into the development of complex interior spaces. Students are encouraged to develop a holistic approach to the design process as they learn to integrate design, technical, regulatory, and budgetary issues. Design projects that emphasize commercial and adaptive reuse, and one residential project, range in size from 5,000 to 10,000 square feet.
An investigation into the development of complex interior spaces. Students are encouraged to develop a holistic approach to the design process as they learn to integrate design, technical, regulatory, and budgetary issues. Design projects that emphasize commercial and adaptive reuse, and one residential project, range in size from 5,000 to 10,000 square feet.
Survey of nineteenth and twentieth century interiors and architecture in Europe and the United States. Special emphasis is placed on designers and their contribution to contemporary American environment. Prereq: IDSN2039 recommended.
Fundamentals of lighting design and an overview of power distribution and communications systems pertinent to interior spaces. Technical aspects of lighting, its effect on behavior and perceptions of space, color, and finish materials, and environmental concerns specific to lighting are examined. Current issues relative to power distribution and telecommunication systems are incorporated. Emphasis is on the application of technical knowledge to design projects and the management of the workplace.
An overview of mechanical (HVAC), plumbing, fire detection and suppression, acoustic, security, and transportation systems as they relate to the design and management of interior spaces. Emphasis is given to the application of technical knowledge to indoor air quality and the design of interior environments.
This course provides an overview of the impact of the built environment on natural resources and sustainable building practices currently used in the industry. Green building rating systems will be introduced.
Introduction to the study and practice of Environmental Graphic Design (EGD) with an emphasis on understanding visual communication and information systems for navigating and experiencing the built environment. The course will cover theory and practical application of topics related to EGD including: principles of wayfinding, study of three-dimensional design and exploration of typography, symbols, identity and information design in the public space. Cross-listed with GCDN3053
An elective interior design course that provides the opportunity for studying the fundamentals of kitchen and bath design. Aspects of technology, accessibility and applicable building codes will be examined. Material, equipment and finish selection, cabinetry detailing and the integrations of lighting, electrical and mechanical systems will be explored.
An open-ended seminar dealing with various aesthetic questions pertinent to the student's needs. Occasional field trips and guest speakers are included in the course activities.
An advanced course in 3-D computer modeling and rendering with introduction to programs that are commonly used in professional design practice. This course builds and extends the principles, concepts, and techniques learned in the IDSN2045 Architectural Rendering course. Students are provided with extensive hands-on experience to familiarize themselves with the capabilities of the program(s) utilized in the course. The computer will be used as a tool to generate 3-D models, 2-D renderings, and 3-D walk-throughs of an original studio project to provide practical and competitive industry experience.
An advanced course in 3-D computer generated models, renderings, and walk-throughs as they are used in the practice of Interior Design.
A professional experience in interior architecture & design.
Professional aspects concerning the practice of interior design including such topics as estimation, trade relations, contracts and office procedures and organization.
A basic course in working drawings and their development in conjunction with specifications. Students examine conventions, techniques and layout by producing a full set of architectural drawings for a small design project. Specifications are written to support the drawings.
Fall 2020 Intro to Digital Layout & Design - This course provides the student an overview of of digital design and layout using image manipulation, page layout and illustration software (ex: Adobe Creative Suite). Students will work closely with other Interior Design classes and produce final projects from those courses in this course. Additional design, layout and photography techniques will be covered to expand the student's design skills.
Fall 2019 Manuel Drafting- An introduction to drafting techniques that are used by interior designers to represent built environments, as well as the components found in them, with scale drawings. Instruction focuses on understanding concepts and developing the skills needed to produce manually-generated orthographic drawings, architectural lettering, and drawing composition.
Course Objectives and Rationale
- Depict interior environments with scaled orthographic drawings.
- Use basic manual drafting tools.
- Understand and apply basic drafting concepts and conventions to develop orthographic drawings.
- Generate architectural lettering.
- Demonstrate mastery of course topics through various assignments.
SP19 - 2D Composition & Layout: This course will provide students with the strategies and practices used to create effective layouts and presentations. Students will use industry standard design software to study the relationship between type, image, and various grid systems. Emphasis will be placed on understanding typography, grid structure, hierarchy, layout, composition, and proportion. Students taking this course will use apply these skills to revise past and present studio projects including presentation boards, documentation booklets, digital presentations and more.
A practical work experience in a field setting. The student receives credit for work performed in the area of interior design.
A practical work experience in a field setting. The student receives credit for work performed in the area of interior design.
This course is designed to allow students to pursue advanced topics in interior design or to study an area of design in more depth. A member of the Design Division must serve as the mentor for the study, and will, together with the student, outline a course of study. Regularly scheduled IDSN courses may not be taken as Independent Study.
Instruction and guidance in the preparation of a professional portfolio. Prerequisite: senior status in interior design major.
Principles and techniques of interior design research are applied to a design issue that is selected by a student and approved by interior design faculty. Students present oral and visual documentation of their research to design practitioners. In the last several weeks, students apply the semester's research to a design program and site identification that provide the basis for the design project realized in IDSN4060 Senior Design Seminar II.
Building on the research knowledge and design program evolved in IDSN40459 Senior Design Seminar I, as well as all previous experiences in the interior design curriculum, a student generates a fully developed design solution that is documented with drawings and/or models. Students present their work at the end of the semester to a design jury.
An introduction to international business management with particular emphasis on the field of international finance and economics. In addition, the course deals with problems in the area of finance, marketing, production and organization, both from the perspective of the multinational corporation and the domestic corporation trading in international markets.
An upper level course focusing on key management functions in international marketing: entry strategies, product and pricing politics, financing, promotion and distribution. The course will also concentrate on export management that is the major international activity of most small and medium-sized companies. Cross-listed with MRKT3049
This course will provide an in-depth examination of selected topics and issues in the field of international management.
A growing number of firms engage in various types of international financial transactions. This course focuses on international financial management issues such as foreign exchange markets, international capital markets such as Eurobond markets and international banks, international banking and international risk analysis.
This course introduces concepts of international laws of contracts, sales and negotiable instruments. It also provides an overview of problems related to dispute settlement in international business and governmental administrative conflicts that restrict commerce between residents of different nations. Cross-listed with INST4048
A field experience in an international management position under the direction of a field supervisor and a faculty member. The internship is designed to offer the student an opportunity to acquire work experience in an international business environment.
A field experience in an international management position under the direction of a field supervisor and a faculty member. The internship is designed to offer the student an opportunity to acquire work experience in an international business environment.
The independent study is intended to give an opportunity to students with superior ability to pursue an area of study in international management that is very specific in focus and/or not covered in existing offerings.
The topic of Media and Democracy is neither narrow nor simplistic. In this class we will explore the concepts and origins of the terms "media" and "democracy.†We will examine the philosophical, spiritual, economic and social aspects of democracy and provide the student with an opportunity to form an educated opinion on the role of democracy in various societies today. Media will be examined as a tool for providing information for the members of a society. The various evolutions and changes in media, beginning with the printing press, will be a part of our studies. (COMM)
This course explores human relationships toward nonhuman animals in a variety of areas: food systems, medical experimentation, captivity, and so on. Diverse fields of inquiry—philosophy, literature, ecology, religious studies—will be tapped to analyze these relationships and to imagine a more just form of interaction between human and nonhuman beings.
This course explores the idea of war and its impact on individuals—combatants and civilians—as well as a nation’s culture and values about war, as these are represented in film and literature. The course asks students to use concepts from the fields of literature, film study, history, and cultural studies to analyze and interpret representations of war, including propaganda, newsreels, archival video, still images, feature films, and military history, in order to consider how individuals experience war and how cultures represent war, present and past.
This course, through the integration of the disciplines of criminal justice, national security studies, history, political science, and environmental studies will examine the concept of globalization by focusing on its key components. Elements such as technology, trade, financial networks, reduction of the power of national governments, and the creation and opening of new markets will be explored by looking at their effect on the individual and the community. The course will demonstrate how the global influences on individuals and communities affect both legitimate and illegitimate institutions and organizations. The ultimate focus will be on the increasing power and danger of global crime and terror organizations and how they operate. An appreciation of their everyday social and economic effects on individuals and communities will be developed through case studies of selected deviant organizations. The topics of differing criminal justice and political systems; environmental crime and terrorism; the increasing power of fundamentalist religious groups and their influence on terrorism; and international sharing of information will be presented and problems and solutions will be explored. (GLBL)
An intergrated study of the history and the stories, both historical and fictionalized, of wars, civil wars, revolutions - armed struggles between communities throughout the world. By exploring examples from both the historical recrod, including biography and autobiography, and the tales created about real events and/or realistic characters, such as in novels, short stories, film, and poetry, students will understnding more about who goes to war, why wars are fought, and the road toward peaces. This is vital because War is more than simply an absence of Peace, and in order to more fully carry out part of the University's Mission Statement, "to promote justice and peace in a constantly changing global society," we should learn more about what brings about, occurs during, and may bring to end such tragic strife. There will be four major sections to the course: 1)The leaders, from kings and presidents to lieutenants and NCOs; 2) The common soldiers or sailors, those who follow into battle and/or those who get caught up in it; 3) The causes for which they fought/fight, form high ideals to survival; and 4) A final section that exlores how the three previous issues are intertwined. Included in the course will be the rhetoric both of those who fought and those who told the stories, the methods and tools of warfare, the create and use of propaganda, and the differing views of history/reality from opposing sides in battle.
The course is an introduction to the significance of games through human history and their evolving role in the digital age. The course will include examining how games are made, logical progressions of play, how games can teach as well as create narrative structures similar to film, television and literature.
This Criminal Justice, depth of knowledge course requires students to become part of an interdisciplinary exploration of “Justice in America,†both criminal and social. The topic of justice has historical roots and several definitions. It encompasses varying concepts and principles that are integral to a full understanding of society’s procedures for handling conflicting individual or institutional claims involving law, morality, or politics. The course features film-enhanced lectures, readings, and the Socratic discussion of moral dilemmas, political issues, and legal cases. Students are expected to write both an analytical essay and a case study on their choices of a film, legal case, or assigned reading. The course culminates in team debates that require critical thinking, communication skills, and the use of technology.
A multi-disciplinary study of the early history of Canada, up to the late 1800s, and the literature and films both from and about those times. Students will begin this study with the times of the first explorers, from Champlain's books, to the colonization of the land and native people by the French, especially its Catholic missionaries. The course will then transition to the arrival of the British, beginning with the war that expelled French rule but not its colonists in the east, the impact of wars with America (both the Revolution and the War of 1812), and the push west to the edge of the Prairies. Finally, we will explore the great Arctic explorers' stories, such as Franklin's epic and tragic history, the Métis rebellion in the country's heartland, and the literal nation building accomplished by the cross-continental railroad reaching Vancouver, 1871-1885, soon after the nation's Confederation in 1867.
This course explores the history and legacy of the Nazi Holocaust. Through diverse fields of inquiry including history, literary analysis, psychology, philosophy, and religious studies, students will gain a deeper understanding of the Holocaust and grapple with the ongoing reality of genocide in the modern world.
The course will explore social conventions depicted in literary texts and films to examine the psychological, social, cultural and historical contexts in which our pursuit of ethical behavior operates. Through discussions of texts’ and films’ depictions of individuals’ behavior in morally complicated situations, students will deepen their understanding of ways in which cultural standards intersect with ideals of fairness according to their personal framework of values and ethics.
This course will examine social conventions depicted in literary texts and films to coherently and cogently articulate the psychological, social, cultural and historical contexts in which our pursuit of ethical behavior operates. Through essays that draw on analytical thinking and research skills using primary and secondary sources, students will evaluate texts’ and films’ depictions of individuals’ behavior in morally complicated situations to explore ways in which cultural standards intersect with ideals of fairness according to their personal framework of values and ethics. For Honor or 3.5 students.
This course will assist the student in examining virtual communities from the perspective of issues related to social media tools. Some areas that will be examined include ethical values, regulations/laws, free speech, content controls, intellectual properties, privacy, security, and safety in virtual communities. We will discuss what we mean by “virtual community†and how we encourage, discuss, analyze, understand, design, and participate in healthy communities in the age of many-to-many social media. Students will need the willingness to immerse in social media practices and develop a notion of how these practices affect self and community. (COMM)
This honors course will assist the student in examining virtual communities from the perspective of issues related to social media tools. Some areas that will be examined include ethical values, regulations/laws, free speech, content controls, intellectual properties, privacy, security, and safety in virtual communities. We will discuss what we mean by "a œvirtual community" and how we encourage, discuss, analyze, understand, design, and participate in healthy communities in the age of many-to-many social media. Students will need the willingness to immerse in social media practices and develop a notion of how these practices affect self and community. (COMM)
The history of the world has been and continues to be significantly impacted by infectious diseases. Examples include changes in ethnic diversity in the U.S. due to European potato blights, the outcome of world wars where more soldiers died of influenza or cholera than battle wounds, the destruction and contamination of the natural environment in attempts to control malaria- and yellow fever-carrying mosquitoes, and prejudices against various national and ethnic groups as carriers of disease. At the same time that infectious diseases have altered human politics, economics and culture, human behaviors and technological advances have caused the global spread of once-isolated diseases and the emergence of new plagues. However, history has also shown that, with the right combination of scientific knowledge and global political, financial and social commitment, even the oldest and most feared microbial plagues can be controlled and possibly even eradicated. This course is a study of the history of various infectious diseases including the biological, social, economic and political factors that affect and are affected by these diseases.
Communities are not just about people. A biological community refers to all populations of all species occupying a specified area. This course will examine the communities (human and non-human) of one of the most unique ecosystems on Earth: The Galapagos Islands. Participants will learn about the diversity of wildlife and environmental conditions that gave rise to Darwin's theory of evolution by natural selection. The course will promote an understanding of the impact of human activity on the rest of the natural world and the interdependence among all living things.
This course explores the varying roles, positions and statuses across the globe. This course will combine perspectives from women?s studies, cultural studies, and sociology to illuminate the status of women in their many roles, as family members, as workers, and as community, political and religious leaders. The course will examine the changes wrought by globalization on woman from diverse socio-economic and geographic backgrounds.
This is an introductory course in the field of international relations, providing an overview of major theories and concepts of international relations and an historical background for contemporary world politics. Major topics include the contemporary international system, economic development, foreign policy behavior, international conflicts and international institutions. Cross-listed with POLI2001
A study of the interactions between human beings and the land, and the influence of geography in shaping work and culture throughout the world. Cross-listed with GEOG2011
This course is an introduction to the interdisciplinary field of international studies. It is designed to acquaint students with major trends and key themes in global and international issues today. Students will discuss the origins and development of the field, along with theories and concepts relevant to the study of international issues. There will also be an emphasis on the impact of globalization on various aspects of social, political, and economic life, including development, culture, health, food, security, and the environment.
This course is an introduction to the interdisciplinary field of international studies. It is designed to acquaint students with major trends and key themes in global and international issues today. Students will discuss the origins and development of the field, along with theories and concepts relevant to the study of international issues. There will also be an emphasis on the impact of globalization on various aspects of social, political, and economic life, including development, culture, health, food, security, and the environment.
An overview of major theories of international political economy including a more detailed understanding of the fast growing economic and institutional infrastructure of the international system. Topics include the development of intergovernmental and non-governmental international organizations (IGOs and NGOs), international treaties and laws governing trade and business practices, and mechanisms for the resolutions of international disputes.
An overview of major theories of international political economy including a more detailed understanding of the fast growing economic and institutional infrastructure of the international system. Topics include the development of intergovernmental and non-governmental international organizations (IGOs and NGOs), international treaties and laws governing trade and business practices, and mechanisms for the resolutions of international disputes. Cross-listed with ADMG3003
The many ways in which humans have changed the face of the earth in response to culture is known as the human mosaic. This course applies the major themes of cultural geography to population, language, religion, agriculture and urbanism. A basic knowledge of world geography is assumed. Cross-listed with GEOG3010
This course introduces the student to the design of explanatory models in the field of international relations, methods for literature surveys and more commonly used quantitative and qualitative analytical techniques. Cross-listed with SOCL3011
An overview of various regions of the world and the environmental conditions to which people adapt. Racial, linguistic, religious and economic groupings of people will be stressed. Current world events are examined to develop knowledge about historical, geographic, climatic, political and religious environments which people inhabit. Cross-listed with GEOG3013
This course focuses on the government, policies and politics of different nation-states around the world, and investigates the political science approaches to studying government and politics in different parts of the world. The focus in not only on forms of governments, but also the major political and social factors that affect political change in different world areas, the relationship between states and societies, and the comparative study of democratic and non-democratic nations. Cross-listed with POLI3021
This course presents a study of the major developments in American diplomatic history. Special emphasis is placed on the years from World War II until the present. Major international developments and their effects on American diplomacy are discussed along with the impact of various presidents and the influence of the United Nations. The interrelation between foreign policy and domestic opinion is also examined. Cross-listed with HIST/POLI3023
A study of the political, social, and economic realities of Latin America, Asia, and Africa. Emphasis is placed on ecological, racial, ethnic, and population problems, as well as on the legacy of colonialism, developmentalism, and dependency. Human rights and special problems of women will also be addressed. Cross-listed with POLI3025
A survey of modern European history (beginning with the turn of the century) that is intended to provide global awareness and an appreciation of the accomplishments of other cultures. This course also provides a particular perspective of the American way of life as it has been influenced by European cultures. Cross-listed with HIST3027
An overview of the history of Korea, Japan, China, Singapore, Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Malaysia. The domestic, political, social, and economic bases of the historical development of these nations will be considered. Political influences of other world powers will be considered. Cross-listed with HIST3028
The reasons behind the foreign policy decisions of the U.S. government in recent decades are examined; different theories are explored for explaining shifts and continuities in foreign policy decision-making. Contemporary challenges to American foreign policy, from Iraq and security threats to peace-making efforts in the Middle East, are analyzed. Cross-listed with POLI3033
This course introduces concepts of international laws of contracts, sales and negotiable instruments. It also provides an overview of problems related to dispute settlement in international business and governmental administrative conflicts that restrict commerce between residents of different nations. Cross-listed with INMT4048
This is the capstone course for all international studies students. It will be the vehicle for students to synthesize their knowledge of international relations through the development of individual research endeavors in a special topic relevant to their respective concentration areas. Students will have the opportunity to discuss and share their research with fellow students in a seminar format. Cross-listed with SOCL4055
Students work independently with a faculty member on a topic of relevant interest to the advanced student pursuing a major in International Affairs.
This course provides the student with hands-on use of personal computers and Microsoft Office. Email etiquette and management as well as effective and efficient access and evaluation of information from the Internet are also introduced. Emphasis is on learning the concepts and skills necessary to complete the task at hand using the computer, related software, and the Internet. While learning the keystrokes is important, equally important is using the right tool for the right job. Word processing, electronic spreadsheets, graphic presentations, and the Windows Operating environments including file and folder management are presented in this course.
This course addresses information and technological literacy in the digital age. Students will develop cognitive and technological competencies in both the discovery and evaluation of information, as well as the creation and dissemination of content, all within a digital context. Students will be introduced to a set of basic digital tools, but the focus will be placed on developing the ability to adapt to new and changing technologies in the future.
This course provides step-by-step progression, with detailed explanations and many illustrations, from the basic of mathematical functions and operations to the design and use of such techniques as codes, indicators, control-breaks, arrays, pointers, file updates, report handling, data structures, and object-oriented programming. The tools of problem solving, including decision tables and trees, structure charts, IPO charts, algorithms, and flow-charts are demonstrated and explained. Throughout the course, typical business problems are presented for solutions, providing excellent experience for the students.
This course provides both a theoretical and a hands-on, detailed, progressive examination of personal (PC) computer system hardware, both stand alone personal computers and distributed-data/networking hardware. Throughout the course, the concepts discussed, and the hardware-related problems presented for discussion and solution, are typical of the knowledge required to work with personal and business-world computer hardware applications, providing excellent experience for the students.
This course provides students with an introductory and general examination of computer-based systems and users as they exist throughout the world. A particular focus of this course is providing students with an overview of information technology, as it exists in both the developing as well as the developed world. To this end, students will examine computer use trends, industry trends, economic and resource patterns, employment trends and cultural patterns that affect or are affected by information technology.
This course introduces the student to the world of the Internet. The course will focus on the effective and efficient use of the Internet to find and evaluate quality resources, communicate and collaborate using appropriate tools, create HTML files, and examine issues such as privacy, security and safety.
This course provides discussion and analysis of current issues related to the management of information systems. The components of an information system; hardware, software, data, connectivity, procedures and people are discussed in relationship to a variety of information systems including collaboration information systems, social media information systems, and enterprise wide systems such as Enterprise Resource Planning, Customer Relationship Management and Supply Chain Management. Other major areas of analysis include cloud computing, business intelligence, and the Systems Development Life Cycle. The focus of the analysis is using Information Systems to gain a competitive advantage in the marketplace.
This course focuses on the design, development, and evaluation of distance learning systems and technology related technology support. An introduction to instructional design theory as it relates to distance learning will be included. Additionally, this course will include development of training materials and examination of technology tools needed to support eLearning.
This course provides students with an introductory examination of computer-based networked environments. Of particular interest in this course is providing students with both a conceptual as well as an applied understanding of networks and networking. Students will be introduced to the organizational framework in which networking exists. Additionally, students will have the opportunity to explore networking on practical and applied levels so that issues such as hardware and software solutions and applications, as they relate to networked environments, will be examined.
This course provides the basic knowledge required to operate and use a computer to perform the practical tasks of data file creation, retrieval of data and maintenance of data files. DBMS's are used for all types of applications involving medium-to-large scale data files. Major focus is on the acquisition of a working knowledge of the theories, principles and operating procedures of data base management systems using a representative DBMS. This course is appropriate for all potential users of computers in all fields of study.
In this course, the features and operations of centralized, decentralized and distributed systems are examined. Implications of hardware, software and communications are discussed in relationship to the design, development and implementation of communication systems. Industry-wide standards, protocols and architectures are discussed within the context of enterprise wide systems.
This course provides students with an introduction to and overview of those fundamental legal issues that are pertinent to the acquisition and deployment of information technology. Students will be given an overview of local, federal and international legal systems and their relationship to intellectual, civil and criminal legal principles as they apply to information technology.
This course offers a comprehensive analysis of Web sites. Emphasis will be on the development of interactive web pages and the interpretation of data gathered from visitors for presentation to web site owners. Web sites will be loaded on to a network and evaluated for functionality, effectiveness and delivery of data exchange. The emphasis of this course is to produce dynamic, interactive web pages that will integrate with databases.
This course offers a comprehensive investigation of the duties and responsibilities of an Information Technologist. Four areas of concern for the IT specialist in this capacity are: Help Desk support, Web Page Support, Training and Development and Customer/Service Relationships. During this course, the student will participate in the on campus Student to Student Help Desk.
This course is an introduction to the interdisciplinary field of human-computer interaction (HCI). The study of HCI focuses on the interaction between users and their computer systems. The course also examines the implications and effects of human-computer interaction in and for society; conversely, the course explores ways that society influences human-computer interactions. Analysis of interface design will be included, in the context of evaluation and evolution of usability.
This course introduces the student to computer programming using the COBOL (Common Business Oriented Language) programming language. The conventions of the language, its applications and applications-related advantages and disadvantages are presented. The course develops the student's proficiency in understanding and applying the problem-solving logic, methods and procedures of programming in this language, and of programming in general. This course is appropriate for all potential users of computers in business-related fields of study.
Case Studies Using Advanced Excel is designed to provide students with advanced Excel applications requiring analytical skills. This course will require application within a variety of both profit and non-profit situations and will focus on problem solving and critical thinking with Excel. Excel skills incorporated into case studies will include, but are not limited to: Pivot tables and charts, VLOOKUP, IF,AND,OR formulas, Text-to- Columns, and the Concatenate function. Other software, for which Excel serves as a basis, may also be covered. Cross-listed with ADMG3025
An introduction to content the student needs to create effective and interactive Web sites. Discover the integration of Web authoring tools and XHTML, HTML, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) and web site design best practices to promote a successful site. This course will use the latest scripting language for websites. Revisit topics of ISTC2008 Intro to Cyberspace and introduce more advanced techniques involving hyperlinks, embedded objects, and multimedia activity in the web site.
This course provides a hands-on, step-by-step, progressive examination of the Linux/UNIX operating system. The student will explore Linux/UNIX commands, the various shells used in Linux/UNIX, and some of the applications available in Linux/UNIX, including X Windows and a variety of productivity applications (word processing, spreadsheet program(s), data base management system program(s) et al). Throughout the course, OS-related problems presented for solution are typical of personal and business-world applications of the OS, providing excellent experience for the students.
This course builds on the foundation knowledge of ISTC2030 Networking. The content will help the student design, install, maintain and administer networks with confidence. Networking is an extraordinarily complex topic that is evolving daily, requiring skills to evaluate and compare new technologies; this course offers the student a framework for success in network topologies.
This course introduces the student to computer programming using the cross-platform Java programming language. The conventions of the language, its applications and applications-related advantages and disadvantages are presented. Students will be introduced to the concepts and techniques of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP).
This course focuses on an investigation and application of advanced data base concepts including data administration, data base technology and selection and acquisition of data base management systems (DBMS). It includes an in-depth practicum in data modeling and system development in a data base environment.
This course is an overview of the systems development life cycle and its use in analyzing and designing systems. It includes concepts of project roles, cost estimates, documentation (deliverables), tools and techniques for management of processes and communications.
A field experience in an information systems position, supervised by a field supervisor as well as college faculty. The internship is designed to increase understanding of IST and the IST-related issues and perspectives as they relate to the business and social environment.
This comprehensive capstone course provides students with an opportunity to develop an individual and group project demonstrating their Information Technology and project management skills. Students will examine emerging technologies and their implications for IT, refine their presentation skills and research Information Technology related issues.
This course focuses on the need for businesses and individuals to protect their information assets. In an era where every device is connected to the internet, cybersecurity and privacy are more critical than ever. Topics include the need for businesses to protect the integrity of their data and proprietary information. Additionally, the risk assessment process and techniques utilized to mitigate risk are discussed in detail.
The uses of social computing systems have significantly impacted the ways businesses and individuals function and communicate. This course examines the types of social computing systems including social media and collaborative information systems within the context of the business enterprise. The use of these systems for effective decisions making and strategic thinking will be examined in detail.
This course provides a comprehensive look at cloud computing by focusing on the cloud service models of Software as a Service (SaaS), Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Platform as a Service (PaaS) and Business Processes as a Service (BPaaS). Cloud computing allows both small and large organizations to dynamically scale their computing resources. The implications of cloud computing on corporate IT infrastructure, collaboration, security, and privacy will be discussed.
This course provides coverage of legal and ethical issues pertaining to the management, governance, and use of information systems. Intellectual property, copyright, privacy, digital access and rights are just a few of the topics included. Ethical decision making within an Information Systems environment will be addressed through the case study approach.
This course incorporates the use of object oriented programming languages such as Python and Java to develop solutions based on organizational needs assessments. Effective analysis will result in the subsequent design of object oriented solutions. Prereq: ISTC3034 Programming in Java, or transfer equivalent or work experience.
This course focuses on the collection, analysis, and utilization of data. Because of the size and complexity of the data, tools for statistical analysis will be utilized. Topics include modeling, key performance indicator identification, and data visualization. Use of data analytics for strategic decision making and actionable insights across the organization will be discussed. Statistical software such as SPSS or SAS and web analytical tools such as Google Analytics may be incorporated as well as the R programming language, a tool for statistics, visualization, and data science. Prereq: ISTC2045 Data Base Mgmt Systems or ISTC3046 Advanced Data Base Mgmt Systems, or transfer equivalent or work experience.
Organizations must recognize the need to manage Information Systems as a strategic resource. This course will explore the need for corporate vision within the technological environment. It focuses on information system integration and the strategic challenges of the digital world as well as an organization's core competencies, competitive strategies and information systems strategies. Policies and procedures concerning the implementation of information systems are also discussed. Approaches to the effective management of information systems are analyzed using the case study methodology. Prereq: ISTC2021 Management of Information Systems, or transfer equivalent or work experience.
Analysis of the major components of project management is the focus of this course. The requirements of managing projects locally and across the globe are considered. This course focuses on the organization's need to organize, plan and control projects and their associated costs and resources. Change management as an integral part of the changing dynamic within information systems will be discussed in detail. Topics include the project management life cycle; initiating the project, stakeholder analysis, project roles and responsibilities, planning, controlling, organizational styles and managing expectations. This is a project based course in that students will be required to use the appropriate tools to actively organize and manage a project. Prereq: ISTC4042 Systems Analysis & Design or transfer equivalent or work experience.
This course focuses on the integration and implementation of enterprise information systems. From Customer Relationship Management, Supply Chain Management and Knowledge Management to Business Process Reengineering, the challenges of enterprise wide evaluation and implementation are discussed and analyzed. This course focuses on the technical and managerial aspects of enterprise information systems including Enterprise Resource Planning. Business Process Reengineering is the basis for evaluation of the enterprise wide system requirements and includes the planning, designing, implementing and controlling. Major competitors in the ERP domain will be discussed in detail.
This capstone experience is meant to provide a synthesizing experience for students. In consultation with a faculty advisor and based on academic and career goals, students will develop a comprehensive applied project, write a comprehensive thesis or take part in a graduate level internship experience. This course will culminate in a final professional presentation.
An optional internship in Information Systems.