College of Information Systems and Technology
CIS/207 Version 5 Information Systems Fundamentals
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Course Description
This course introduces the fundamentals of computer systems and the role of information processing in today's business environment. An overview is presented of information systems, systems development, operating systems and programming, database management, networking and telecommunications, and the Internet.
Policies
Faculty and students will be held responsible for understanding and adhering to all policies contained within the following two documents:
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Instructor policies: This document is posted in the Course Materials forum.
University policies are subject to change. Be sure to read the policies at the beginning of each class. Policies may be slightly different depending on the modality in which you attend class. If you have recently changed modalities, read the policies governing your current class modality.
Course Materials
Laudon, K. C., & Laudon, J. P. (2013). Essentials of management information systems (10th ed.). Upper Saddle River, NJ: Prentice Hall.
Rainer, R. K., Jr., Prince, B., & Cegielski, C. (2014). Introduction to information systems: Supporting and transforming business (5th ed.). Hoboken, NJ: John Wiley & Sons.
Turban, E., Volonino, L., & Wood, G. R. (2013). Information technology for management: Advancing sustainable, profitable business growth (9th ed.). Hoboken, NJ: John Wiley & Sons.
Software Resource
Microsoft® Visio® 2010 (Student Desktop)
All electronic materials are available on the student website.
Week One: Information Systems Overview
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Objectives
1.1 Identify the components and roles of information systems.
1.2 Describe how information systems enable and enhance