IT - Information Technology   

IT 608 - Managerial Decision Modeling
   This course examines the use of technology in today's management environment. The role of computer modeling that will assist individuals or groups make decisions, particularly in the operations function, will be discussed. Heavy emphasis will be placed on using spreadsheets to solve many problems faced by businesses.  Topics such as linear programming, simulation, decision theory, and inventory control will be explored in detail. The Internet will be utilized to demonstrate many of these techniques.
   Prerequisites:  MAT 598 or equivalent

IT 645 - Database Management Systems
   This course studies the analysis, design, and implementation of databases and their applications. Students develop data analysis skills and techniques necessary for proper decision making. The entity-relationship data model and the semantic object model are examined and the relational data model is utilized for database design. Form and report generation and analysis are investigated. Security and integrity constraints, SQL, and distributed database management systems will also be discussed.

IT 646 - Technology of Electronic Commerce
   This course provides an understanding of the Internet technologies and explores the business implications of these developments. The focus is on the technological aspects of the electronic commerce. The course provides, an understanding of the tools and practical skills for building electronic commerce applications over the Internet. In addition to acquiring basic skills for navigating the Internet and creating a personal electronic presence on the WWW, the students will develop an understanding of the current practices and opportunities in electronic publishing and advertising, electronic shopping and distribution. The course also explores several of the problems surrounding electronic commerce such as security and encryption. The course uses a combination of lectures, classroom demonstrations, self learning, case studies, computer lab sessions, and project work. Basic computer literacy is expected. A willingness to experiment with and explore this emerging technology is necessary.
   Prerequisites: IT 645

IT 647 - Information Systems Analysis and Design
   This course is a study of the concepts and tools involved in the top-down approach to information systems design and project management. Tools include the HIPO technique, data flow diagrams, standard flow charts, hierarchy charts, decision tables; entity-relationship diagrams, questionnaires, Gantt charts, and project management and evaluation techniques. Students will use the tools to analyze and design an actual information system or database system.
   Prerequisite: IT 645