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for California State University, Fresno.
Department of
Information Systems and Decision Science
COURSES
Decision Sciences (DS)
71. Quantitative Analysis (3)
Prerequisite: students must take the ELM exam; students who do not pass
the exam must record a grade of C or better in a college-taught intermediate
algebra course. Quantitative formulation and solution of problems in various
disciplines, including mathematics of finance, linear programming, probability,
and differential calculus. G.E. Foundation B4.
71L. Quantitative Analysis Lab (1)
Prerequisite: concurrent enrollment in DS 71. DS 71L is not required for
DS 71. Extends instruction in DS 71, providing three hours of additional
support per week. One-on-one tutoring. Small group and technology-enhanced
instruction relating to DS 71 curriculum. CR/NC grading only. (Does not
apply to major.)
73. Statistical Analysis I (3)
Prerequisites: ELM exam, DS 71 or equivalent; ECON 40, 50 recommended. Intro
duction to descriptive statistical tools as applied to management decision
making. Central tendency and dispersion measures; index numbers (CPI, deflators);
time series analysis (trends, seasonal variations); prob ability theory;
probability and sampling distributions (normal, exponential, binomial, Poisson);
central limit theorem.
73L. Statistical Analysis I Lab (1)
Prerequisite: concurrent enrollment in DS 73. DS 73L is not required for
DS 73. Extends instruction in DS 73, providing three hours of additional
support per week. One-on-one tutoring. Small group and technology-enhanced
instruction relating to DS 73 curriculum. CR/NC grading only. (Does not
apply to major.)
123. Statistical Analysis II (3)
Prerequisites: DS 71, 73; IS 52, 52L. Statistical inference as applied to
managerial problems and decision making. Emphasizes the inferential process;
interval estimation, hypothesis testing, one- and two-way analysis of variance,
regression, and correlation and related inferential analysis, nonparametric
methods, Bayesian decision theory. (May include computer lab hours) (Formerly
DS 173)
123L. Statistical Analysis II Lab (1)
Prerequisite: concurrent enrollment in DS 123. DS 123L is not required for
DS 123. Extends instruction in DS 123, providing three hours of additional
support per week. One-on-one tutoring. Small group and technology-enhanced
instruction relating to DS 123 curriculum. CR/NC grading only. (Does not
apply to major.)
189T. Topics in Decision Sciences
(1-3; max total 6 if no topic repeated)
Prerequisites: 12 units in decision sciences. Theory or application of statistics
or operations research applied to current developments.
190. Independent Study
(1-3; max total 6)
See Academic Placement -- Independent
Study. Approved for RP grading.
195. Internship (3; max total 6)
Prerequisite: permission of internship coordinator. Requires 150 hours
of work at a prequalified, academically-related work station (business,
government, or nonprofit agency.) Reflective journal, final report, and
work station evaluation. CR/NC grading only. As a course substitution, prior
department approval required. Only one internship may count towards option
requirements.
200 Series Courses
Graduate courses are listed under Business --
Graduate Program.
Information Systems (IS)
1A. Office Applications - Word Processing (1)
Elementary concepts and practice in computer applications for the modern
office. Five-week block. Current software in place includes Microsoft Word,
Excel, and Access. (2 lab hours)
1B. Office Applications - Spreadsheet (1)
See IS 1A.
1C. Office Applications - Database (1)
See IS 1A.
3. Business Presentations (2)
Theory and practice of effective presentation of ideas in a business setting.
Appropriate use of multimedia techniques and equipment in making presentations.
Presentation software and techniques for its use. Current software in use
is Microsoft PowerPoint. (4 lab hours)
51. Programming Fundamentals (3)
Prerequisite: IS 52 and 52L or equivalent. Structured program design using
Visual Basic. Concepts of object-oriented and event-driving programming,
user interface design, algorithm development, testing and debugging, and
documentation using business examples. (2 lecture, 2 lab hours)
52. Computer Concepts (2)
Introduction of computer hardware and software systems, impact of computers
on society, ethical issues, and application of computer technology in many
career fields. No credit if taken after IS 50. (Formerly IS 50)
52L. Computer Concepts Lab (1)
Hands-on study of office productivity software to include elements of word
processing, electronic spreadsheets, database, and presentation software.
Modules may differ by major. Some sections use self-paced computer-based
training. No credit if taken after IS 50. (2 lab hours) (Formerly IS 50)
105W. Business Communication (3)
Prerequisites: satisfactory completion (C or better) of the ENGL 1 graduation
requirement or approved equivalent, and junior standing. Business communication
theory; analysis of communication alternatives; effective business writing
and speaking; case studies. Meets the upper-division writing skills requirement
for graduation.
106. Intermediate Website Design (3)
Prerequisites: IS 52, 52L. Theory and practice of Website design and authoring
(HTML). Web page usability, graphic design optimization concepts, and the
basics of CGI, Java, and Javascript; introduction to Internet architecture
concepts and protocols. (2 lecture, 2 lab hours) (Formerly IS 156T)
130. Management Information Systems (3)
Prerequisites: IS 52 and 52L or demonstration of computer literacy; upper-division
standing; IS 105W or ENGL 160W (may be taken concurrently). Management concepts
in the role/administration of information/information system functions in
organizations; enhancement of management with computers; management of systems
development; planning and budgeting, analysis, design, implementation and
operation of computer-based systems; measurement of operating performance.
(Formerly IS 160)
140. Geographic Information Systems (GIS) for Business (3)
Prerequisites: solid computer skills. Application of geographic information
systems to solution of business problems. Study of GIS concepts, software,
management, ethical issues, and cases using local data and problems. (Formerly
IS 156T)
150. End-User Computing (3)
Prerequisites: IS 51, 52, 52L. Use of data resources in business problem
solving. Integration of microcomputer packages with systems development
concepts to implement information systems. Topics include information centers,
4GLs, and decision support tools. (2 lecture, 2 lab hours)
151. Advanced Applications Software - Microcomputers (3)
Prerequisites: IS 51; either IS 150 or 158 is also a prerequisite and may
be taken concurrently with IS 151. Advanced software development using the
management of visual objects on microcomputers. Emphasis on structure and
style, using visual environments, windows, and graphics. Program planning,
logic structures, sorts and searches, variable passing, and file/database
access. (2 lecture, 2 lab hours)
156T. Topics in Emerging Information Technologies
(3; max total 6 if no topic repeated)
Prerequisites: IS 52, 52L. Overview of the most recent tools and techniques
in information technology, and their utilization in the business environment
with specific content of the course updated and refocused every year. (2
lecture, 2 lab hours)
158. Database Systems (3)
Prerequisites: IS 51; 150 recommended. Data structures; file design; database
design concepts emphasizing the relational model; data administration; application
of database management system software. (2 lecture, 2 lab hours)
162. Data Communications (3)
Resource sharing; computer traffic characterizations; multiplexing; network
structure; packet switching and other switching techniques; computer network
examples; routing and flow control; satellite and ground radio packet switching;
transmission media and methods; line control procedures; line capacity assignment;
communication processors.
164. Systems Configurations (3)
Prerequisite: IS 130. In-depth study of computer system technology: processors,
storage devices, I/O devices; distributed processing; client-server; connectivity;
LANs and WANs; selection, installation, and implementation processes.
166. Information Systems Analysis and Design (3)
Prerequisite: IS 158, ACCT 4A, 4B, and upper-division standing. Systems
approach to problem solving; systems development life cycle; systems analysis;
use of system modeling tools; logical systems design, including user interfaces,
database, structure, and controls; implementation and testing. (2 lecture,
2 lab hours) (Formerly IS 161 through Spring 1999)
168. Information Systems Management (3)
Prerequisites: ACCT 4A, 4B, IS 130. Theories, costs, and problems associated
with the operation of information systems. Organizational environments,
security and legal issues, information center operations, end-user support,
strategic information system planning, policy development, control and integration
of information systems.
175. IS Practicum (3)
Prerequisites: IS 158, 166; senior standing. The application of IS skills
learned in previous classes to a real-world problem. Students will act in
groups as consultants on a problem solving opportunity provided by community
business. The solutions will undergo competitive review and evaluation.
181. Computer Networks Management (3)
Prerequisites: IS 52, 52L, 130, 162. Theory and practice of computer
network administration focusing on the role of the communications system
in distributed computing network configuration; connectivity, network security,
network hardware and software solutions; configuration of software in network
environment, data transferability and access, routing, flow and congestion
control. (2 lecture, 2 lab hours)
182. Advanced Network Design and Management (3)
Prerequisites: IS 181. Design and management of advanced business telecommunications
network components and services. Includes conceptual foundations and direct
hands-on experience in designing, installing, and managing the relevant
equipment, software, and services. (2 lecture, 2 lab hours) (Formerly IS
156T)
183. Advanced Website Design and Management (3)
Prerequisites: IS 106. Website design and authoring. E-commerce implications
and Website management. Includes Internet and Intranet strategies significant
to businesses with hands-on exploration of Web development, project management,
user interface design, interactivity design, and information design. (2
lecture, 2 lab hours)(Formerly IS 156T)
188. Decision Support and Expert Systems (4)
Prerequisites: IS 52, 52L, 130, 150. Overview of the basic topics in decision
support and expert systems. Methodological foundation for integration of
quantitative and expert knowledge with the computer for improving the decision-making
process. Integrating databases, DSS models, and business analysis. Introduction
to artificial intelligence and expert systems. (3 lecture, 2 lab hours)
(Formerly DS 188)
189T. Topics in Information Systems
(1-3; max total 6 if no topic repeated)
Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Theory or application of information
systems or information management as applied to current developments in
the field.
190. Independent Study (1-3; max total 6)
See Academic Placement -- Independent
Study. Approved for RP grading.
193. Supervised Work Experience (1)
Open only to business majors. Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Work-study:
learning through on-the-job experience in a business. Written reports. CR/NC
grading only.
195. Internship (3; max total 6)
Prerequisite: permission of internship coordinator. Requires 150 hours of
work at a pre-qualified, academically related work station (business, government,
or nonprofit agency). Reflective journal, final report, and work station
evaluation. As a course substitution, prior department approval required.
Only one internship may count towards option requirements. CR/NC grading
only.
200 Series Courses
Graduate courses are listed under Business Graduate
Program.
Information Systems and Decision
Sciences Degrees