Division of Business

IFS (Information Systems)

IFS 2103 Visual Programming and Database Concepts (Three hours)
Introduction to event-message programming and database management. Topics include application development, relational database design and usage, and effective user interface design.

Offered spring semester

IFS 2143 Systems Analysis and Design (Three hours)
The context and techniques of systems analysis and design methods as they apply to any project life cycle. Cross life-cycle skills of project and process management, fact-finding and information gathering, cost/benefit and feasibility analysis, and interpersonal and communications skills are emphasized.
Prerequisite: IFS 2103 or BUS 2113

Offered spring semester (odd-numbered years)

IFS 3103 Advanced Database Applications (Three hours)
Project-oriented course emphasizing advanced techniques of relational database management systems. Topics include normalization, advanced queries, and application development in complex database environments.
Prerequisite: IFS 2103

Offered fall semester

IFS 4103 Integrated Application Design (Three hours)
Capstone course for application of analysis, design, and development skills. Advanced programming topics are highlighted through emphasis on application and system development projects.
Prerequisites: IFS 2143, 3103

Offered spring semester

IFS 4131, 4132, 4133 Selected Topics (One to three hours)
A course offering students opportunities to study subjects of special interest. May be offered on a group basis in a classroom setting or as independent study under faculty supervision.
Prerequisite: junior standing and consent of instructor

Offered upon sufficient request