Instructor: J. Broere
Prerequisites: None
Material
and skills covered:
Introduces terminology and concepts of
the science of computing, especially to those who have an interest in business
information systems. Explores computer
arithmetic, programming, architecture, and networks. Uses actual cases from business
settings. Considers the business and
economic implications of current technologies and possible future technologies
such as networks, digital media, and artificial intelligence. Encourages presentation development and
delivery. Does not teach computer
applications (such as word processing), but explores the science of computing.
q
To understand something of Management Information Systems
from an interesting and challenging diversity of aspects. These aspects include the representation of
information; the architecture of computers; computer languages; and the social,
economic, ethical, and political implications of computer technology.
q
To gain an appreciation of information technology’s role in
organizations and how it can be applied in solving a variety of problems.
q
To appreciate many of the ethical issues surrounding
information systems, purchasing computer software, and the Internet.
q To grow in the
published learning themes of the Computer Science Department.
This course will emphasize the following themes: Problem
Solving, Technical Knowledge and Its
Application, Effective
Communication, Ability to Learn, and Ethics.
Methods used:
The course
will consist of lectures, group discussions, business case studies, and
individual 15-minute presentations. You
will be given reading assignments, research assignments, writing assignments,
programming problems, and other projects.
Grade determined by:
Homework
Assignments 20%
Tests 20%
Final 20%
Quizzes 20%
Presentation 20%
Attendance policy:
Class discussions require you to be
punctual and prepared. You are expected
to be in class everyday. You will be
allowed 3 unexcused absences after which each absence can affect your
grade. If you are not present at the
start of class, you will be considered absent.
If you are not prepared for class, you may be asked to leave and will be
marked absent for the day. Unless there
are unique extenuating circumstances, you will be dropped from the class with a
grade of ‘F’ after your sixth unexcused absence.