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4410  Information Systems (3) Prerequisite: IS 2010.
   Intermediate Status. Overview of the role and use of information systems to support individual, group, and business decision-making. Includes coverage of technology's role in supporting the decision-making process of business.

4415  Data Structures & Java (3)
   This course introduces object-oriented computer programming to students using the Java programming language. Introductory topics such as variables, control-flow statements, and basic Java syntax are taught. In addition to single-value data structures, the course covers lists, sets, hash tables, trees, and graph data structures. Algorithms for searching, sorting, and clustering data in the various structures are also covered.

4420  Database Fundamentals (3)
   This course introduces you to topics in database theory and design. Topics progress from conceptual modeling using entity-relationship diagrams (ERDs) to logical modeling where data tables are normalized and keys defined to the creation of the tables and the querying of the data using structured query language (SQL). SQL topics covered include aggregates, embedded queries, and joins.

4430  Process Analysis and IS Project Management (3)
   Upper Division Status. This course introduces you to the field of information system analysis, analysis tools, and the procedures for managing information system analysis projects. Topics covered include the role of the systems analyst in organization; concepts, philosophies, and trends in systems analysis and design; and tools and techniques for such analysis activities.

4440  Networking and Servers (3) Prerequisite: IS 4410 or equivalent.
   An introduction to the design, operation, and management of telecommunication systems including Server 2003, IIS, Linux, TCP/IP, management support for networking. This course provides instruction in data communications and computer network definitions, concepts and principles, including (but not limited to): the conversion of voice, data, video and image to digital form; topologies; protocols; standards; and fundamental concepts related to data communication networks, such as routers, gateways, cabling, etc. It prepares students to make intelligent and informed decisions about data network design/management, by analyzing the benefits, drawbacks, effects, tradeoffs, and the compromises related to various data communication technologies. You will learn how to make policy, design, and installation decisions related to planning and implementing data communication and computer network applications.

4460  Web based Applications (3)
   The objective of the course is to provide knowledge and skills needed to create Web-based applications.. It covers a broad set of technologies and tools that have led to the successful use of the World Wide Web for various businesses. This includes Java programming, JSP, HTML, XML, HTTP, Web servers and databases.

4470  Telecommunication and Security (3)
   Upper Division Status. This course looks at management issues and practical implications related to securing information systems. This course focuses on Access Control, Site Security, Networking & Review of TCP/IP, Attack Methods , Firewalls, Host Security, Cryptography, Crypto Systems, E-Commerce & Email Security, and Incident Response. A clear theoretical understanding supports a large practical component where students learn to secure information systems and use contemporary security software.

4480  Data Warehouse Design and Implementation (3)
   The data generated from ongoing operations of businesses and not-for-profit enterprises continues to grow. Using the data to diagnose problems and assess opportunities is becoming more and more of a competitive advantage in today's business environment. Before analysis can take place, existing data must be modeled in ways that facilitate reporting. This course briefly presents the data models of existing operational systems and then contrasts those models to dimensional models used in data warehouses and analytic processing engines. Business reporting needs are analyzed, data warehouses are modeled based on the reporting needs, and then SQL is used to create and populate tables based on dimensional models. Once in place, the data warehouse is used as a backend for a reporting tool to create reports that answer business questions.

5910  Special Topics (1 to 6)
   Topics vary according to current issues, talents or experience of instructor. Course may be repeated when topic varies.

5920  Independent Study (1 to 6)

6010  Information Systems (1.5)
   Deals with the application of current information-related technology in management. This includes the role of information technology in gaining a competitive advantage, as well as in planning, control, and decision making. Management's responsibilities and activities in making investments in technology is also discussed.

6110  Information Technology (1.4 to 2)
   Course covers the management of information and information technologies within the firm, including the creation, processing, storage and dissemination of information products in support of decision making, the management of organizational knowledge, and the application of these principles to competitive advantage.

6400  Introduction to Information Systems (3)
   This course deals with the application of current information-related technology in management. This includes the role of information technology in gaining a competitive advantage, as well as in planning, control, and decision making. Management's responsibilities and activities in making investment in technology is also discussed. The impact of e-business is also covered in this course.

6410  Process Analysis and IS Project Management (3)
   This course introduces you to the field of information systems analysis, analysis tools, and the procedures for managing information systems analysis projects. Topics covered include the role of the systems analyst in organization; concepts, philosophies, and trends in systems analysis and design; and tools and techniques for such analysis activities.

6420  Database Theory and Design (3)
   Advanced topics in database theory and design, including hands-on development of a working database system. Topics covered include the relational database model, foundations in relational algebra, design techniques, SQL, distributed databases, multimedia databases, and knowledge bases.

6430  Management Support Systems (3)
   Issues related to information systems support for management decision-making. Impact of technology on the decision-making process, including the benefits and concerns arising from the use of this technology.

6440  Object Oriented Technology (3)
   An introduction to object oriented technology and the object paradigm. The course will cover conceptual modeling, data modeling, object oriented analysis, object oriented design, and object oriented implementation. This will include a practical experience in an object oriented programming environment.

6450  Telecommunications (1 to 3)
   The objective of this course is to provide students with a sound theoretical and practical foundation in the field of data communications, networking, and the Internet, so that they can better design, develop, and manage information technology systems.

6460 Web Systems & Services (3) Prerequisite:  Masters Level Status, IS 4415 or 4460 or equivalent.
   Introduces design, development, and management issues of web based systems and services. It covers architecture issues related to software as services (SaaS), service oriented architecture (SOA), B2C, B2B, and distributed systems in general. Students will learn to design and develop a basic B2C portal. Topics include web and networked programming, client/server, peer-to-peer, enterprise search engines. Students are expected to design and develop cutting edge applications in domains such as knowledge management, web analytics, enterprise search, and workflow systems.

6470  E-Business (1 to 3)
   This course will cover the fundamental concepts of e-business as well as exploring the technological requirements for successful e-business. Topics will include how to "dotcom" existing businesses as well as new business forms and ideas. Customer relationship management and strategy will also be covered, with a focus on value chain analysis. Students will do an in-depth analysis of an e-business opportunity, and will have some hands-on exposure to e-business technical architecture.

6471  Emerging Web Technologies and Strategies (1.5)
   Web 2.0 virtualization, cloud computing, mashups, widgets, web marketing, microblogging, blogs, wikis, VolP applications and others; Do you want to understand these terms? Do you want to know how emerging technologies can help you in...increasing your web presence? increasing the awareness about your company? getting your work done at lower cost?

6480  Data Warehousing Design and Implementation (3)
   The data generated from ongoing operations of businesses and not-for-profit enterprises continues to grow. Using the data to diagnose problems and assess opportunities is becoming more and more of a competitive advantage in today's business environment. Before analysis can take place, existing data must be modeled in ways that facilitate reporting. This course briefly presents the data models of existing operational systems and then contrasts those models to dimensional models used in data warehouses and analytic processing engines. Business reporting needs are analyzed, data warehouses are modeled based on the reporting needs, and then SQL is used to create and populate tables based on dimensional models. Once in place, the data warehouse is used as a backend for a reporting tool to create reports that answer business questions.

6481  Data Driven Strategies and Technologies (1.5)
   This course introduces database technologies for building scalable data warehouse systems and technologies for user-oriented, interactive data analysis. Data warehouse systems differ from on-line transaction processing systems in time span and access mode of the data, and in query types and purposes.

6482  Data Mining (1.5)
   This course introduces data mining technologies that assist in discovery of reliable, understandable and useful patterns in structured, semi-structured and unstructured data. Students will practice core data mining technologies, analyze cases, and explore real world applications and issues.

6483 Advanced Data Mining (3) Prerequisite: Masters Level Status, IS 6482 or equivalent. 
   This course covers advanced data and web mining methods and software tools for customer segmentation, recommendations, personalization, fraud detection, time series analysis, social network analysis as well as web content matching and extraction. Special attention will be given to imbalanced data mining, cost-oriented classification and privacy-preserving data mining issues and methods. Students will collect and analyze real world data using available data mining software or programming tools.

6484 Advanced Data Management (3) Prerequisite: Masters Level Status, IS 6480 and 6420 or equivalent.
   This course covers issues, methods and applications of large-scale database systems. Topics include administration and management of database, data warehouse and ERP systems, advanced SQL programming, distributed, multimedia and web data management as well as optimization of query processing, ETL and storage management.

6570  Information Technology Security (3)
   This course looks at management issues and practical implication related to securing information systems. This course focuses on Access Control, Site Security, Networking & Review of TCP/IP, Attack Methods, Firewalls, Host Security, Cryptography, Crypto Systems, E-Commerce & Email Security, and Incident Response. A clear theoretical understanding supports a large practical component where students learn to secure information systems and use contemporary security software.

6571  IT Forensics (3) Prerequisite: IS 4410 or equivalent.
   Examines computer forensics and investigations. It looks at the problems and concerns related to computer investigations. It blends traditional investigation methods with classic systems-analysis problem solving techniques and applies them to computing investigations. It implements common computer forensic tools in real-life scenarios.

6572  Network Defense and Countermeasures (3) Prerequisite: IS 4410 or equivalent.
   Provides a solid foundation in network security fundamentals. The primary emphasis is on intrusion detection. Examines developing a security policy and then implementing that policy by performing Network Address Translation, implementing packet filtering, installing proxy servers and firewalls, and setting up Virtual Private Networks. This course assumes familiarity with the Internet and basic networking concepts such as TCP/IP, gateways, routers, and Ethernet.

6595 Master Project (3) Prerequisite:  Master's level status. 
   In groups, the students complete a complex information system development, strateic planning or research project under the supervision of a full-time IS faculty member. The students are required to generate a written report and present the results for approval of the credit by the advisor and committee of the project. The project is expected to allow the student to integrate knowledge from individual courses and further expose students to new topics or techniques.

6850 Special Topics in Information Systems (1.5 to 3) Prerequisite: Master's level status.
   Upper Division or graduate status. Topics vary according to current marketing environment and special interest/experience of instructor.

6910  Special Study for Master's Students (1 to 4)

7000  AIS Seminar (1 to 6) Cross listed as ACCTG 7000.
   This course will provide an overview of all research topics and areas within AIS.

7410  Information Systems Seminar (1 to 6)
   Review of selected MIS research topics.

7420  Database Management Seminar (1 to 6)
   Review of selected research topics related to database management.

7910  Special Study for Ph.D. Students (1 to 9)

7970  Thesis Research Ph.D. (1 to 9)

7980  Faculty Consultation Ph.D. (3)

7990  Continuing Registration PhD (0)