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Undergraduate Info Tech & Supply Chain Mgmt

2013 Fall Term

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INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY INFRASTRUCTURE

ITSCM 221

This course includes a detailed investigation of the primary infrastructure components of modern information systems. In particular the course focuses on computer hardware and networking components, infrastructure troubleshooting methodologies and tools, and networking protocols.

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INTRODUCTION TO INFORMATION SYSTEMS

ITSCM 280

This course introduces students to information systems, and details how and why they are critical to the functioning of modern organizations. The course provides technological, organizational, and managerial foundations of information, and explains how successful systems are built. Students also learn to develop and use a database system for personal productivity.

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BUSINESS WEB APPLICATION DESIGN

ITSCM 285

Students will learn web design and maintenance, graphics development, prototyping, design methodologies, and usability testing. Students are guided through a hands-on, step-by-step process of creating an attractive, well-designed Web site for an enterprise. Also e-business technologies and practices will be overviewed.

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OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT

ITSCM 306

The study of contemporary theory, methods and procedures used to manage the production/operations (P/OM) function in service and manufacturing organizations. Included is a thorough overview of the qualitative and quantitative methods used by managers in making the decisions needed to effectively and efficiently transform resource inputs into goods and services.

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ADVANCED DATABASE DESIGN AND ADMINISTRATION

ITSCM 314

This coursecovers advanced topics in database analysis, design, access, integrity control, and implementation as well as a variety of emerging topics. The course is intended for students who already have a good understanding of database systems and relational database comcepts.

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BUSINESS ANALYSIS

ITSCM 320

The basic role of a business analyst is to serve as a liaison between business divisions and the technical staff by translating business goals into information-system requirements and communicating those requirements to the technicians. This course provides students with the knowledge and techniques to perform this service.

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SYSTEMS ANALYSIS AND DESIGN I

ITSCM 321

In this course, the student learns to analyze the business organization as a system, to structure both the information and processes of a business or organization, and to complete the systems development process through the logical design phase. The course utilizes an object-oriented methodology for the systems development process. The student begins a team project that is completed in MCS 431.

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WEB DEVELOPMENT

ITSCM 325

This course will give students familiarity with client/server computing in a two/three/n-tiered Internet environment. This includes the development of dynamic web applications to exchange data with relational database management systems. Students will learn and use an event-driven, object-oriented programming and scripting languages to develop dynamic web applications.

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SYSTEM ADMINISTRATION

ITSCM 331

This course provides in depth coverage of the best practices for administering network systems. Students will be expected to demonstrate an ability to administer network operating systems (NOS) and applications.

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NETWORK MANAGEMENT

ITSCM 332

This course provides in depth coverage of the best practices for managing wide area network (WAN) components. Students will be expected to demonstrate an ability to manage network interconnection devices, such as routers and switches. The course will focus on designing appropriate data link (OSI Layer 2) and Internet layer (OSI Layer 3) architectures.

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BUSINESS INTELLIGENCE: CONCEPTS, METHODS AND TECHNOLOGIES

ITSCM 380

Business Intelligence (BI) is the application of information processes, methodologies, and technologies to support analysis and decision making in organizations. This course will provide students with an understanding of: the basic concepts of BI, the role of BI in today's organizations, the methodologies involved in creating effective BI systems, and the tools that are available to support BI applications.

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PROJECT MANAGEMENT: METHODOLOGIES, TECHNIQUES & TOOLS

ITSCM 385

This course is designed to allow students from all business disciplines to understand how to manage projects. PM presents a methodology for managers to balance their time, cost, risks, resources, and people while ensuring quality goals are built into the project. The genesis of PM is covered using specific cases and examples.

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MOBILE DEVELOPMENT

ITSCM 425

This course teaches students how to develop Web applications using Java technologies. The course focuses on design and implementation of distributed applications for the Internet and/or intranets. Topics include object-oriented distributed systems and technologies, database access, security, advanced Java programming, and technical design issues for e-Commerce systems.

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QUALITY MANAGEMENT

ITSCM 445

A comprehensive study of contemporary perspectives on Total Quality (TQ) theory and practice applied to operations systems. Includes a thorough discussion of statistical and quality methods including process control, acceptance sampling, and variance reduction. Explores Quality Function Deployment and the customer-focused implications of quality.

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OPERATIONS PLANNING

ITSCM 450

Study in depth of the planning processes performed in the operations setting integrating the topics of systems modeling, forecasting, production planning, capacity planning, capacity requirements planning, master scheduling, and material requirements planning. Emphasis is on concepts and their application.

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MANAGING INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SYSTEMS

ITSCM 451

This course covers material appropriate for individuals who may be expected to manage IT people and resources. Topics include business continuity planning, developing service level agreements, change management / revision control, capacity planning, impact analysis, testing, communication with vendors, customers and other constituents, and managing IT professionals.

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INFORMATION ASSURANCE AND SECURITY

ITSCM 452

This course provides an in depth investigation into meeting the security needs of modern IT systems. Students will be expected to demonstrate an ability to establish security policies and configure security devices and software.

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PURCHASING MANAGEMENT

ITSCM 462

This course provides an understanding of the business role of purchasing and procurement in relation to both operational and strategic organizational goals. Students will be able to identify alternative terms and conditions of sale, source suppliers and build supplier relationships. In addition, exposure to the bidding and auction process, negotiating with suppliers and total cost of ownership will be provided.

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PROJECT

ITSCM 485

This course provides students with the opportunity to participate on a student project team under the management of a faculty member and industry practitioners. The project will be sponsored by a partnering business firm or organization and may involve a wide array of technologies, functional areas and geographically dispersed teammates. This course will only be offered when projects are available. Students will be carefully chosen through an interview process. The number of credits will be determined by the complexity of the project and the level of student involvement.

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TRAVEL STUDY

ITSCM 491

Variable topics. Faculty-led courses abroad.

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IT INTERNSHIP

ITSCM 493

The student is to work as an information technology infrastructure professional in a business or government organization for the prescribe number of hours and report on the experience to the IT faculty and fellow students. Prereq: Consent of IT Internship Coordinator required.

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INDEPENDENT STUDIES

ITSCM 498

Study of a selected topic or topics under the direction of a faculty member. Offered on a satisfactory/no credit basis only. Repeatable for a maximum of 3 credits in major/degree. Department Consent required.