Apr 23, 2024  
2017-18 NSU Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2017-18 NSU Undergraduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]

Courses


Liberal Arts and Sciences courses are designated with a “#” after the course title.

 

History

  
  • HIST 4633 - Trans-Mississippi West Frontier #

    3 Credit Hours
    A study of the exploration, occupation, and settlement of Western America.
    Cross-listed: AIS 4633.
    Note: Credit cannot be earned in both AIS 4633 and HIST 4633. GC
  
  • HIST 4653 - Africa in the Modern World #

    3 Credit Hours
    History of Africa from the era of the slave trade to the present. Course focuses on major themes of African historical development within the context of the major regions (eastern, western, and southern) of the continent.
    Note: GC
  
  • HIST 4663 - American Intellectual History #

    3 Credit Hours
    A history of ideas, intellectuals, and intellectual movements in the United States from the colonial period to the present.
    Note: GC
  
  • HIST 4673 - American Constitutional History #

    3 Credit Hours
    A study of significant constitutional issues in the history of the United States.
    Note: GC
  
  • HIST 4733 - History of the Five Civilized Tribes #

    3 Credit Hours
    A study of the Cherokee, Choctaw, Chickasaw, Creek, and Seminole tribes from their evolution and growth in the Southeast part of the U.S. to their eventual displacement and influences in the Oklahoma lands.
    Cross-listed: AIS 4733.
    Note: Credit cannot be earned in both AIS 4733 and HIST 4733. GC
  
  • HIST 4743 - History of the Plains Indians #

    3 Credit Hours
    This course is a detailed study of the Indian tribes of the Great Plains. It includes the cultural and social institutions of the tribes and the impact of contact with the white man as well as federal policy upon the tribes.
    Cross-listed: AIS 4743.
    Note: Credit cannot be earned in both AIS 4743 and HIST 4743. GC
  
  • HIST 4951 - Senior Seminar #

    1 Credit Hours
    A capstone course that will include discussion about major topics and themes in history, and will involve development of individual projects. Outcomes assessment of the History B.A. degree program will be included in this course.
    Restrictions: History major with senior standing.
  
  • HIST 4993 - Historical Internship

    3 Credit Hours
    Practical experience in an approved public or private historical museum or site.  Other locations/facilities may be considered on an individual basis.  
    Prerequisite: Completion of twelve hours of advanced (3000/4000) history courses.
    Restrictions: History major with junior standing or above. Must have approval or instructor and department chair by the end of the semester prior to the internship semester.
    Note: This course may not be repeated. Graded as Pass/Fail.

Hospitality and Tourism Management

  
  • HTM 1233 - Introduction to Tourism

    3 Credit Hours
    Designed to familiarize students with the components of the travel and tourism industry and the economic impact on domestic and international destination areas. This course also reviews career opportunities including financial, ethical, personal, and geographic considerations.
  
  • HTM 3113 - Principles of Gaming Management

    3 Credit Hours
    This course analyzes casino and gaming management as a discipline, introduces a traditional theoretical approach of strategic market planning, and then places casinos within that framework. Students learn the history of gaming and gaming development, casino organization and operation, the mathematics of casino games, and casino management, as part of the broader study of hospitality management.

     

  
  • HTM 3233 - Hotel Operations and Catering

    3 Credit Hours
    Study and research in areas related to hotel catering and hotel management and operations. The course includes interaction with practitioners for a hands-on perspective.
  
  • HTM 3323 - Convention, Trade Show & Event Management

    3 Credit Hours
    Comprehensive study of conventions, trade shows, and events from both the buyers’ and sellers’ viewpoints. This course will include site and facilities selection, exhibit planning and marketing, operations, and customer service.
  
  • HTM 3401 - Honors Research I

    1 Credit Hours
    Topic identification and literature review for scholarly activity.
    Restrictions: Honors student with junior standing or above.
  
  • HTM 3402 - Honors Research II

    2 Credit Hours
    Research and development of scholarly activity.
    Prerequisite: HTM 3401 Honors Research I.
    Restrictions: Honors student with junior standing or above.
  
  • HTM 3423 - Principles of Meeting Management

    3 Credit Hours
    Basic foundational aspects of meeting planning, organization, direction, and management. Social and economic benefits to be derived from the meeting industry, analysis of corporate and association meetings, trends and influences in the global market.
  
  • HTM 3523 - Service Industry Management

    3 Credit Hours
    Analysis of customer interaction situations and development of quality service strategies by focusing on hospitality service operations management. 
    Cross-listed: MKT 3523.
    Note: Credit cannot be earned in both HTM 3523 and MKT 3523.
  
  • HTM 3623 - Principles of Destination Development

    3 Credit Hours
    Analysis of elements necessary for development of tourist destinations. The interrelationships of social, economic, and physical aspects of destination development within a specific area, region, or country.
  
  • HTM 4113 - Hospitality Planning & Admin

    3 Credit Hours
    This course is the capstone for HTM majors.  Projects are based upon a student’s special interest including:  applied meeting and convention management, tourism promotion and development, casino management and operations, hotel operations, or catering.
    Prerequisite: HTM 3113 Prin of Gaming Management, HTM 3233 Hotel Operations & Catering, HTM 3423 Prin of Meeting Mgmt, and HTM 3623 Prin of Destination Development.  Prerequisites must be completed with a minimum grade of C.
  
  • HTM 4213 - Laws and Regulations for Meetings & Destinations

    3 Credit Hours
    Legal authorities in relation to establishment and operation of functions and businesses associated with meetings and tourist destinations. The course will emphasize local, state, federal and international laws, regulations and ethical considerations which relate to the industry.
  
  • HTM 4233 - Advanced Administration

    3 Credit Hours
    A survey of procedures required for efficient administration of meetings and destinations. Topics studied will include negotiations, budgets, association management and ethics.
    Restrictions: Junior standing or above.
  
  • HTM 4323 - Meeting Planning and Administration

    3 Credit Hours
    Applied meeting and convention management to include: meeting and event design, working with suppliers, on-site management, post-event analysis, industry-related computer programs, and meetings documentation.
    Prerequisite: HTM 3423 Principles of Meeting Management with a minimum grade of C.
  
  • HTM 4333 - Applied Destination Management

    3 Credit Hours
    The development and management of domestic and international tourist destinations. Emphasis will be placed on market analysis, financial accountability, and marketing techniques.
    Prerequisite: HTM 3623 Principles of Destination Development with a minimum grade of C.
  
  • HTM 4401 - Honors Research IV

    1 Credit Hours
    All enrolled students will present their scholarly activity.  All other students are expected to attend.
    Prerequisite: HTM 4402 Honors Research III.
    Restrictions: Honors student with senior standing.
  
  • HTM 4402 - Honors Research III

    2 Credit Hours
    Completion of honors thesis, artistic composition or other scholarly activity.
    Prerequisite: HTM 3402 Honors Research II.
    Restrictions: Honors student with senior standing.
  
  • HTM 4430 - HTM Internship

    1-6 Credit Hours
    Students experience on-the-job training in industry-related fields that provide opportunities to apply the knowledge the students have learned in the major areas of emphasis.
    Restrictions: Instructor permission.
    Note: Students may take this course in one (1), two (2) or three (3) hour increments. Students may take up to six (6) hours for credit, with any credit beyond the three (3) hour requirement counted as an HTM elective.
  
  • HTM 4440 - Seminar in Tourism

    1-6 Credit Hours
    Study or research in various tourism-related areas such as hotel operations, food and beverage management, recreation/leisure and similar topics.
    Note: May be repeated for credit with different topics.
  
  • HTM 4453 - Tourism Marketing

    3 Credit Hours
    Students will examine the special techniques and practical applications of techniques that are used to promote and market meetings, conventions, trade shows, tourism-related businesses, and destination areas.
    Prerequisite: MKT 3213 Principles of Marketing with a minimum grade of C.

Human and Family Sciences

  
  • HFS 1001 - Introduction to Human and Family Sciences

    1 Credit Hours
    A study of career opportunities in family and consumer sciences. Exposure to current literature and professionals currently employed in family and consumer sciences careers.
  
  • HFS 1103 - Relationships and Marriage #

    3 Credit Hours
    The study of the development of personality and satisfactory interpersonal relationships with family members, and of basic standards and judgments involved in the establishment of a stable home and family life.
  
  • HFS 2203 - Contemporary Human Environments

    3 Credit Hours
    Selecting and planning living environments to meet the needs and wants of individuals and families throughout the family life cycle. Contemporary housing issues, including homelessness; environmental and energy issues; impacts of technology; housing to meet special needs; elements and principles of design related to interiors, housing, and architecture; and creating functional, safe, and aesthetic spaces.
  
  • HFS 3003 - Foundations of Human and Family Science

    3 Credit Hours
    Study of history and philosophy of the discipline of Human and Family Sciences.  Introduction to Human and Family Sciences professions.
  
  • HFS 3113 - Consumer Issues #

    3 Credit Hours
    Study of consumer decision making related to the marketplace and financial management.  Emphasis placed on consumer concerns related to personal and family budgeting, credit, and purchasing of durable and non-durable goods.  The effect of fraud, housing, insurance, investments, legislation and protective agencies on consumers will be analyzed.
  
  • HFS 3223 - Infant/Toddler Development

    3 Credit Hours
    The dynamics of infant and toddler development as related to group situations, curriculum decisions and program planning.  Use of the ITERS rating scale and observation will be included.
  
  • HFS 3401 - Honors Research I

    1 Credit Hours
    Topic identification and literature review for scholarly activity.
    Restrictions: Honors student with junior standing or above.
  
  • HFS 3402 - Honors Research II

    2 Credit Hours
    Research and development of scholarly activity.
    Prerequisite: HFS 3401 Honors Research I.
    Restrictions: Honors student with junior standing or above.
  
  • HFS 3423 - Child Development #

    3 Credit Hours
    The application of principles of normal growth and development from pre-school to age 11 will be examined.  Physical, mental, emotional and social needs of the child will be emphasized along with key issues facing children in today’s society.
  
  • HFS 3463 - Parenting in Contemporary Society

    3 Credit Hours
    Education as to the decisions, responsibilities and social issues related to parent-child relationships. Special issues faced by parents and challenging family situations will be included.
  
  • HFS 3590 - Field Experience

    3-10 Credit Hours
    On-the-job training at a business related to the student’s major.
    Note: Students must have completed 12 hours in HFS at NSU, be approved by the HFS advisor and the HFS Department Chair, be accepted by the participating business, and make weekly reports to the university coordinator. A maximum of six hours can be earned by a combination of HFS 3590 and HFS 4680. Course is pass/fail.
  
  • HFS 3783 - Preadolescent/Adolescent Development

    3 Credit Hours
    The application of principles of normal growth and development from pre-adolescents to adolescents (ages 12-18) will be examined.  Physical, mental, emotional, and social needs of the adolescent will be explored with emphasis on relationships, challenges, culture, and diversity.
  
  • HFS 3883 - Instructional Strategy

    3 Credit Hours
    Basic guidelines for designing, delivering and evaluating family and consumer sciences instruction. Emphasis will be placed upon the communication of HFS to a variety of audiences.
  
  • HFS 4033 - Families in Crisis

    3 Credit Hours
    Examination of theories and methods of helping families deal productively with crises. Consideration of child exceptionality, child abuse, unemployment, divorce, rape, alcoholism, aging, death, and other crisis events.
  
  • HFS 4060 - Problems in Human and Family Sciences

    1-6 Credit Hours
    Individual or group study of a definite aspect of Human and Family Sciences.
    Note: May be repeated for credit with different topics.
  
  • HFS 4070 - Problems in Human and Family Sciences

    1-6 Credit Hours
    Individual or group study of a definite aspect of Human and Family Sciences.
    Note: May be repeated for credit with different topics.
  
  • HFS 4080 - Problems in Human and Family Sciences

    1-6 Credit Hours
    Individual or group study of a definite aspect of Human and Family Sciences.
    Note: May be repeated for credit with different topics.
  
  • HFS 4213 - Child Guidance #

    3 Credit Hours
    Primarily deals with the influence of the family experience on the physical, intellectual, social and emotional development of children in the pre-school years. The role of parents, teachers, and community leaders emphasized. Also included are principles of guiding behavior.
  
  • HFS 4293 - Health and Nutrition of Young Children

    3 Credit Hours
    A study of health of the young child, basic nutrition, food selection, planning nutritious snacks and menus for young children, and evaluation and use of teaching aids.
  
  • HFS 4393 - The Aging Family

    3 Credit Hours
    This course is designed to be the third segment of life-span development following Child and Adolescent Development.  The course will study the physical, cognitive and social/emotional development of adults.  In addition, issues related to retirement, death/dying, and illness of aging family members will be included.
  
  • HFS 4401 - Honors Research IV

    1 Credit Hours
    All enrolled students will present their scholarly activity.  All other students are expected to attend.
    Prerequisite: HFS 4402 Honors Research III.
    Restrictions: Honors student with senior standing.
  
  • HFS 4402 - Honors Research III

    2 Credit Hours
    Completion of honors thesis, artistic composition or other scholarly activity.
    Prerequisite: HFS 3402 Honors Research II.
    Restrictions: Honors student with senior standing.
  
  • HFS 4453 - Infant/Toddler Relationships

    3 Credit Hours
    The development and implementation of skills for setting boundaries, connecting with new environments and learning communication skills.  Teacher-child interaction and family involvement in skill building will be included.
  
  • HFS 4633 - Professional Development

    3 Credit Hours
    A study of employment and work related problems. Included in the course a market survey for employment purposes; development of resumes and writing letters of application; the development of interview techniques, and internship preparation.
    Note: Required of all Human and Family Science majors.
  
  • HFS 4652 - Human and Family Sciences Seminar

    2 Credit Hours
    Study or research in various HFS-related areas.
  
  • HFS 4686 - HFS Internship

    6 Credit Hours
    A full semester of internship in a business appropriate to student’s major area.  Interns must be accepted by the participating business.
    Prerequisite: HFS 4633 Professional Development.
    Restrictions: Completion of 90 credit hours and permission of Internship Coordinator and Department Chair.
  
  • HFS 4743 - Family and Human Development #

    3 Credit Hours
    Insights and considerations in the establishment and maintenance of a stable home and family life through the family life cycle.
  
  • HFS 4792 - Human and Family Sciences Capstone

    2 Credit Hours
    A capstone course required of all HFS majors. Included in the course are professional ethics, professional organizations, professional dress, portfolio development, and current issues related to HFS. (Spring only).
    Restrictions: Junior standing or above.

Humanities

  
  • HUM 2113 - Ancient Cultures #

    3 Credit Hours
    Study of significant ideas of ancient cultures as manifest in art, literature, music, and philosophy.
  
  • HUM 2223 - Modern Cultures #

    3 Credit Hours
    Study of significant ideas of modern cultures as manifest in art, literature, music and philosophy.
  
  • HUM 2333 - Art Appreciation #

    3 Credit Hours
    Students will learn how to evaluate art and appreciate and understand the special characteristics of key artistic movements.
    Cross-listed: ART 2023.
    Note: Credit cannot be earned in both ART 2023 and HUM 2333.
  
  • HUM 2400 - Global Humanities #

    1-3 Credit Hours
    The study of various civilizations which may include: Western Eurasia, Middle East, Mediterranean, Western Europe, India, China, Greek, etc.
    Note: Any combination of courses in this series may be taken with different topics for a maximum of six credit hours.
  
  • HUM 2443 - Humanities in African-American Culture #

    3 Credit Hours
    Study of the significant ideas of African Americans as manifest in art, literature, music , philosophy, film, and dance.
  
  • HUM 2653 - Philosophy in Life #

    3 Credit Hours
    Brief survey of basic philosophical problems which have faced mankind throughout the ages.
    Cross-listed: PHIL 1013.
    Note: Credit cannot be earned in both HUM 2653 Philosophy in Life and PHIL 1013.
  
  • HUM 2763 - Theatre Appreciation #

    3 Credit Hours
    A survey course designed to introduce the student to all phases of dramatic art, including literature, acting, directing, and technical procedures.
    Cross-listed: DRAM 2763.
    Note: Credit cannot be earned in both DRAM 2763 and HUM 2763.
  
  • HUM 2843 - Film Appreciation #

    3 Credit Hours
    This survey course will explore film from its beginnings to the present. It will study film’s history, form, techniques, process and its impact on society.
    Cross-listed: DRAM 2843.
    Note: Credit cannot be earned in both DRAM 2843 and HUM 2843.
  
  • HUM 3213 - Art History Survey I #

    3 Credit Hours
    The history and development of art, architecture, sculpture and other visual arts from prehistoric through the Renaissance.
    Cross-listed: ART 3213.
    Note: Credit cannot be earned in both ART 3213 and HUM 3213.
  
  • HUM 3223 - Art History Survey II #

    3 Credit Hours
    Survey of Art History from Renaissance to mid-nineteenth century.
    Cross-listed: ART 3223.
    Note: Credit cannot be earned in both ART 3223 and HUM 3223.
  
  • HUM 3313 - Asian Cinema#

    3 Credit Hours
    This course will examine one Asian feature film each week in order to gain an understanding of Asian cultures, social issues, literary and aesthetic conventions, and the nature and uses of film as a genre. The focus is primarily on contemporary film, but some significant trendsetting earlier films also will be examined. Readings, lectures, and discussions will evaluate themes and characteristic styles of various artists and genres.
  
  • HUM 4000 - Seminar in Humanities #

    1-3 Credit Hours
    Designed to address particular issues in the humanities. Specific course content will be announced at time of offering to be selected from, but not limited to, such areas as humanities in public school curriculum, strategies for teaching humanities, and appreciation.
    Restrictions: Completion of general education humanities requirement.
    Note: Any combination of courses in this series may be repeated with different topics for a maximum of six credit hours.
  
  • HUM 4110 - Seminar in Humanities #

    1-3 Credit Hours
    Course content to be determined each semester offered and will be selected from, but not limited to, the following: painting in America, music in America, the plastic arts and architecture in America.
    Restrictions: Completion of general education humanities requirement.
    Note: Any combination of courses in this series may be repeated with different topics for a maximum of six credit hours.
  
  • HUM 4213 - Artistic Expressions of Native America: An Interdisciplinary Assessment #

    3 Credit Hours
    A historic survey format similar to that of General Humanities, but content is restricted to the visual, musical, and literary arts of Native American peoples. There will be a directed effort toward revealing the unique qualities of Native American artistic creations and the particular ideas and values which form them.
    Restrictions: Completion of general education humanities requirement.
    Cross-listed: AIS 4213.
    Note: Credit cannot be earned in both ART 4213 and HUM 4213.
  
  • HUM 4310 - Asian Studies Field Seminar#

    1-3 Credit Hours
    This course provides a research-oriented field experience in Asia and/or in the U.S. in which selected aspects of Asian culture will be examined. An interdisciplinary approach to Asian Studies will be emphasized.
    Note: Any combination of courses in this series may be repeated for credit with different topics.
  
  • HUM 4453 - Contemporary Art History #

    3 Credit Hours
    Continuation of ART 3213 Art History Survey I and ART 3223 Art History Survey II. From late nineteenth century to the present.
    Cross-listed: ART 4453.
    Note: Credit cannot be earned in both ART 4453 and HUM 4453.

Information Systems

  
  • IS 1003 - Computers in Modern Society #

    3 Credit Hours
    This course provides students with fundamental computer skills needed during their Collegiate and professional careers. Hardware, software, Windows O/S, file management, internet, email, Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, and Access are covered in this course. Students will be introduced to the use of local and wide area networks.
    Cross-listed: CS 1003.
    Note: Not open to students who have successfully completed IS 1003 Computers in Modern Society or IS 1133 Fundamentals of Computer Usage.
  
  • IS 2443 - Introduction to Flash

    3 Credit Hours
    This course offers an introduction to interactive, multimedia development and programming for the web.  It incorporates hands-on experience developing web-based multimedia presentations including animation, movie clips, action scripts, sound, and graphics.
    Prerequisite: Computer proficiency.
  
  • IS 3003 - System Development Using Rapid Application Development Tools

    3 Credit Hours
    A Business Information System is developed using a Rapid Application Development Tool. A complete Information System (front end, application logic, and back end) will be prototyped (designed, implemented, tested, and documented) in a hands-on setting. Scripting languages will be used to implement the application logic.
    Prerequisite: Computer proficiency.
  
  • IS 3013 - Business Computer Operating Environments

    3 Credit Hours
    Popular operating environments. Competency in each environment and understanding of application variations from environment to environment. Criteria setting, comparison and contrast of various environments in the context of set criteria. Selecting environments for productivity.
  
  • IS 3023 - Object Based Visual Programming

    3 Credit Hours
    This course will introduce visual programming for the graphical user interface and will emphasize object-based program design and implementation using a visual language. Students are introduced to the selection and repetition structures, text files, and string manipulation. This course is highly recommended for any person who wants to get started in computer programming.
    Cross-listed: CS 3023.
    Note: Credit cannot be earned in both CS 3023 and IS 3023.
  
  • IS 3043 - Web Programming

    3 Credit Hours
    This introductory course prepares the student to create and test Internet-based applications.  Client and server applications are developed.  Programming languages include: JavaScript, VBScript, ASP and PHP.  
    Prerequisite: Computer proficiency.
  
  • IS 3053 - Website Design and Management

    3 Credit Hours
    This course is an introduction to designing and managing web sites and developing e-business solutions. Students will learn to create interactive, dynamic websites capable of performing on-line transactions. Other topics include: HTML markup tags (tables, frames, image maps), graphics (scanning, retouching, clipping, adding drop shadows, creating animated and transparent images), HTML forms, CSS, XML, and programming scripts (PHP, ASP, VBScript, JavaScript.
    Restrictions: Sophomore standing or above or instructor permission.
  
  • IS 3063 - Principles of Information Systems

    3 Credit Hours
    This course provides an introduction to information systems, including system development concepts, information technologies, ethical and international issues, and the implementation of application software. It explains how information is organized and managed and how information systems drive and enhance competitive advantage. Students will work with spreadsheets, databases, the Internet and other relevant information technologies.
    Prerequisite: Computer proficiency.
    Restrictions: Sophomore standing or above.
  
  • IS 3083 - Spreadsheet Analysis

    3 Credit Hours
    A study of spreadsheet features, concepts, procedures, and integration capabilities with other application programs. Skill development of basic and advanced functions of spreadsheet software will be achieved through hands-on exercises and case studies. Problem solving techniques and decision support will be explored and utilized.
    Prerequisite: Computer proficiency.
  
  • IS 3113 - Business Communications #

    3 Credit Hours
    This course is designed to give students a comprehensive view of business communication, its scope and importance in business, and ethical and international considerations. The various types of business communication media are covered including: business letters, memos, reports, and oral presentations.
    Prerequisite: Computer proficiency.
    Restrictions: Sophomore standing or above.
  
  • IS 3183 - Data Telecommunications

    3 Credit Hours
    Data communications and teleprocessing systems principles are examined in detail. Major topics include: hardware and networks, protocols and architectures, common carrier networks, and the planning and management of data communication and teleprocessing systems.
    Prerequisite: Computer proficiency.
    Restrictions: Sophomore standing or above.
  
  • IS 3213 - Systems Analysis and Design

    3 Credit Hours
     Course includes analysis/design of computer-based information systems with emphasis on problem identification, requirements structuring and solution generation in theory and in a business project. 
    Prerequisite: IS 3063 Principles of Information Systems with a minimum grade of C.
  
  • IS 3223 - Developing & Utilizing Mobile Apps

    3 Credit Hours
    This course is an introduction to developing and using mobile applications. Topics include: mastering the development tools, designing layouts, working with resources, writing source code and publishing applications. 
  
  • IS 3243 - Web Scripting

    3 Credit Hours
    Students learn the theoretical background of scripting languages in a client-server architecture, and practice writing integrated programs that include database connections.
    Prerequisite: Computer proficiency.
  
  • IS 3320 - Information Systems Seminar

    3 Credit Hours
    Special studies, research, and/or activities in the management of business information.
    Restrictions: Instructor permission.
    Note: Any combination of courses in this series may be repeated with different topics for a maximum of six credit hours.
  
  • IS 3401 - Honors Research I

    1 Credit Hours
    Topic identification and literature review for scholarly activity.
    Restrictions: Honors student with junior standing or above.
  
  • IS 3402 - Honors Research II

    2 Credit Hours
    Research and development of scholarly activity.
    Prerequisite: IS 3401 Honors Research I.
    Restrictions: Honors student with junior standing or above.
  
  • IS 3423 - Fundamentals of Enterprise Resource Planning

    3 Credit Hours
    Students complete exercises in an ERP environment to allow students to follow and understand how the financial and accounting information is used to support the overall decision-making processes. An Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system is an integrated computer-based application that helps manage business functions.  This course covers ERP theory and practice, the evolution of ERP systems, and the implementation of ERP systems.
    Prerequisite: IS 3063 Principles of Information Systems with a minimum grade of C.
    Cross-listed: ACCT 3423.
    Note: Credit cannot be earned in both ACCT 3423 and IS 3423.
  
  • IS 3513 - Introduction to Information Security

    3 Credit Hours
    Students will explore a broad range of computer security issues and gain technical knowledge not normally addressed in traditional training.  The course introduces the protection of proprietary information and security planning with an emphasis on networked computer vulnerabilities. From a technical perspective, it discusses the basics of detection of security threats and disaster recovery with a primary focus on security of systems and computer crime prevention.  From a non-technical perspective, it covers the maturing criminal population which exhibits increased computer literacy and its tendency to move from violent actions to more profitable computer crime. Finally, this course introduces issues of privacy and freedom of information.
    Prerequisite: Computer proficiency.
    Restrictions: Sophomore standing or above.
  
  • IS 3533 - Cyber Security Policy and Technologies

    3 Credit Hours
    Students will explore the integration of cyber security principles frameworks, standards, and best practices into organization-level strategies, policies, programs, plans, procedures, and processes.  Projects may include writing security policies and plans, developing metrics and measures for information security programs, planning audits of compliance practices and processes, and developing organization-level security policies for enterprise IT governance.
    Prerequisite: IS 3513 Intro to Information Security with a minimum grade of C (may be taken concurrently).
  
  • IS 3553 - System and Network Administration

    3 Credit Hours
    Students will explore the essentials for effective administration and maintenance of applications, operating systems and networks. The need is considered for IT system documentation, policies and procedures and the education and support of the users of these systems.Topics include administration of user and group permissions, user authentication, management of local area networks, and virtual private networks, and providing access to common resources.
    Prerequisite: IS 3513 Intro to Information Security with a minimum grade of C (may be taken concurrently).
  
  • IS 3613 - Building Secure Web Applications

    3 Credit Hours
    Students learn the best practices and strategies for building secure applications for the Web.  The objective is to defend against web application vulnerabilities. Topics include web application architecture, common threats and trends, cross-site scripting, SQL injection, input validation, and business logic flaws.
    Prerequisite: IS 3513 Intro to Information Security with a minimum grade of C (may be taken concurrently).
  
  • IS 3633 - Cyber Security in Business and Industry

    3 Credit Hours
    Students will explore the application and integration of cyber security principles, frameworks, standards, and best practices to the management, governance, and policy development processes for businesses.  Discussion covers the organization, management, and governance of cyber security for enterprise IT in business settings; risk and risk management practices; and development and implementation of industry-wide cyber security initiatives and programs.
    Prerequisite: Computer proficiency.
    Restrictions: Sophomore standing or above.
  
  • IS 3643 - Cyber Security in Government

    3 Credit Hours
    Students will explore cyber security management and governance in the context of the missions, functions, and operations of federal, state, and municipal government agencies, departments, and programs.  Discussion covers the policy life cycle and the mechanisms used by governments to formulate and implement laws, policies, regulations, and treaties to protect and defend government operations and society as whole against cyber-attacks and crimes, both foreign and domestic.
    Prerequisite: Computer proficiency.
    Restrictions: Sophomore standing or above.
  
  • IS 3713 - Evaluating Emerging Technologies

    3 Credit Hours
    Students will explore emerging and leading technologies in the cyber security field.  The aim is to research, evaluate, and recommend emerging technologies and determine secure implementation strategies for best-fit business solutions.  Topics include evolutionary technology development and adoption in organizations.
    Prerequisite: IS 3513 Intro to Information Security with a minimum grade of C (may be taken concurrently).
  
  • IS 4143 - Training and Development Practicum

    3 Credit Hours
    Students will obtain practical working experience in actual software and hardware setup, training and development of users, fourth generation programming and IS function operations.
    Prerequisite: IS 3183 Data Telecommunications and IS 3213 Systems Analysis and Design with a minimum grade of C.
    Restrictions: Senior standing and instructor permission.
  
  • IS 4253 - Developing Spreadsheet Applications

    3 Credit Hours
    This course includes traditional spreadsheet skills and extends them to include programming with Visual Basic for Applications, which greatly enhances the usefulness of spreadsheets.
  
  • IS 4293 - Business Database Management Systems

    3 Credit Hours
    Database management systems and principles are examined.  Topics include: logic design, normalization, restraint, constraints, SQL and database administration.  Students are introduced to data-driven web sites with special attention to interactive databases and e-commerce.
    Prerequisite: IS 3063 Principles of Information Systems with a minimum grade of C or instructor permission.
  
  • IS 4313 - Organizational Information Management

    3 Credit Hours
    This course provides an integration and synthesis of information systems concepts and issues as viewed from all levels of management.  As a capstone course, IS 4313 builds on interdisciplinary course work through project development or case study, emphasizing multi-disciplinary problem solving, systems knowledge, communication and management.
    Prerequisite: IS 4353 IT Project Management and IS 4293 Business Database Management Systems with a minimum grade of C.
 

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