CMS 1010-3
(CSS 1010) Introduction to Computers (3 + 0)

This course is designed for students who wish to use a microcomputer in their academic pursuits and their career. The student will learn how to use a personal computer with application software featuring word processing, spreadsheets, file management, graphics, electronic communications, and thesaurus/spelling checker. This course also reviews the historical, societal, ethical, and technological aspects of computers. Credit will be granted for only one prefix: CMS or CSS.

CMS 1080-3
(CSS 1080) The World Wide Web, the Internet and Beyond (3 + 0)

This course is for anyone who uses or wants to access the World Wide Web or use the Internet. Students will master a set of basic skills including using electronic mail, logging in to remote computers, obtaining online documents and software, and using a browser like Netscape to search and explore the World Wide Web for information. Students will also learn the fundamentals of web page construction. Credit will be granted for only one prefix: CMS or CSS.

CMS 1110-1 Computer Literacy and Windows (0 + 2)

This is a course in computer literacy and the use of the Windows operating system. Computer literacy deals with the basic nomenclature of the computer. The Windows portion focuses on gaining hands-on expertise in fundamental Windows commands, such as formatting and copying disks, setting up directory (folder) structures, and creating batch files. The primary learning vehicles are text-based tutorials and hands-on exercises.

CMS 1120-1 Word Processing with MS Word (0 + 2)

Prerequisite: CMS 1110 or equivalent experience

This is a course in the use of the MS Word word processing program on a personal computer. It covers fundamental skills such as creating, editing and printing a document; creating form letters and merge files; and embedding graphics in documents. The primary learning vehicles are text-base tutorials and hands-on exercises.

CMS 1130-1 Spreadsheets with MS Excel (0 + 2)

Prerequisite: CMS 1110 or equivalent experience

This is a course in the use of the MS Excel spreadsheet program on a personal computer. It covers fundamental skills such as creating a spreadsheet, using the Excel command structure, creating graphics and creating macros. The primary learning vehicles are text-base tutorials and hands-on exercises.

CMS 2010-3 Computer Applications for Business (3 + 0)

Prerequisites: computer literacy as evidenced by a previous course in high school or college or by appropriate work experience

This course is an introduction to business information systems from the end-user's perspective. It includes instruction in: (1) computer hardware and software, (2) use of computer software productivity tools including systems software and application software (word processing, computer communication using e-mail and Internet, data management and analysis with spreadsheets), and (3) introduction to transaction processing systems as the fundamental level of business information systems. Note: This course is primarily intended for students with majors in the School of Business.

CMS 2110-3 Business Problem Solving: A Structured Programming Approach (3 + 0)

Prerequisite: CMS 2010

This is a problem-solving course in which the tools of structured design are used to design computerized solu-tions to business problems. Procedural programming languages are used to implement these designs. Emphasis is placed on the implementation of the three logic constructs in procedural languages: sequence, selection and iteration. Students will be required to develop, test and debug programs in one or more procedural languages, using a variety of hardware and operating system platforms.

CMS 2230-3 Word Processing (3 + 0)

Prerequisite: Typing skill of at least 40 wpm

This course is designed to give students in-depth, hands-on experience with word processing software and to acquaint the students with other aspects of the "electronic office."

CMS 2300-3 Business Statistics (3 + 0)

Prerequisites: MTH 1320

This is a course in the application of statistical inference and translation of quantitative data into information which can be used in business decision-making. This course will cover the topics of descriptive statistics, probability theory, probability distributions, sampling distributions, point estimates, confidence intervals, and tests of hypotheses, in the context of management decision-making skills needed by industry.

CMS 3030-3 Business Web Page Development (3 + 0)

Prerequisite: CMS 2110 or permission of instructor

This is a course in business web page development. Specifically, the student will learn how to plan the development of a web site, compose web site specifications, apply coding to the development of any kind of web site and find and use development resources. The student will use a leading code-centric text editor to aid in all course web page development projects. The student will also be introduced to a leading graphical editing tool for supplemental use.

CMS 3050-3 Fundamentals of Systems Analysis and Design (3 + 0)

Prerequisite: CMS 2010

Systems analysis focuses on the study of existing information systems, problem definition, data collection, and new system requirements. System design focuses on improving the information system, selecting alternate solutions, determining the best solution, and documenting that solution.

CMS 3060-3 Database Management Systems (3 + 0)

Prerequisite: CMS 2110

This course provides an introduction to the design, development, implementation, and manipulation of databases as well as covering the essentials of file processing. The student will create information level database designs from a set of user requirements and implement those designs employing a 4GL database tool. Finally, the student will be introduced to current topics in the database field, which may include Data Warehousing, Distributed Systems, Object-Oriented Systems, Spatial Databases, and Database Driven Web Sites.

CMS 3090-3 Principles of Computer Operating Systems (3 + 0)

Prerequisite: CMS 2110

This course provides an introduction to operating system concepts. The UNIX operating system is used to illustrate how these concepts are implemented in typical business information systems. Topics addressed include the purpose and uses of an operating system, resource management (e.g., memory, processes, I/O and files), control language, shells, scripts and system utility software. It is not a UNIX system administration course.

CMS 3110-3 Structured COBOL (3 + 0)

Prerequisite: CMS 2110

This is a course in computer programming using comprehensive COBOL syntax in teaching problem solving in a business systems environment. Problems are selected to illustrate structured systems development for a comprehensive business system that requires the implementation of COBOL syntax and techniques for their solution.

CMS 3120-3 BASIC Programming and Graphics for Computers (3 + 0)

Prerequisite: CMS 2010

This course covers the use of graphical presentation of business information. Programs are written using the graphics extensions to standard programming languages, line graphs, bar charts, pie charts, and other graphics presentations will be created and their value explored. High level graphics languages will also be studied.

CMS 3130-3 Business Applications in C and UNIX (3 + 0)

Prerequisite: CMS 2110, or proficiency in a computer programming language, or permission of the instructor

This course covers the major elements of the C programming language and the UNIX operating system commands used for software and system development. Typical business computer program requirements are used to illustrate and practice problem-solving, software design using structured design tools, and computer program development.

CMS 3140-3 Advanced Assembler Languages (3 + 0)

This is an advanced course in computer programming that uses the IBM 370 and its basic assembly language (BAL) to explore programming concepts. Topics include buffered I/O; the Assembler as a prototypical computer program; organization of the object modules and load-modules; the influence of data structures on code optimization; standard macros and macro writing; dump reading; design and implementation of a disassembler program; floating point arithmetic; and debugging techniques.

CMS 3141-3 Multimedia Business Information Systems Development (3 + 0)

Prerequisite: CMS 2010

This course serves as an introduction to the authoring systems used to produce microcomputer based multimedia business information systems. Emphasis is on object oriented design and operation of business information systems within a visually oriented environment. The process of design and implementation is combined with an exposure to multimedia theory. The multimedia theory applied is within the business information systems context. The course focuses on the integration of business systems in the assembly of a multimedia program.

CMS 3142-3 Advanced Multimedia Business Information Systems Development (3 + 0)

Prerequisites: CMS 2110 and either CMS 3141 or COM 2450

This course teaches an advanced level of systems analysis and design for multimedia business systems. In a team environment, the student will analyze and evaluate existing multimedia components, and then utilize them to create a multimedia information system. The product will include design of the graphical user interface and the accordant programming environment necessary to interact with databases and other information systems. Students will complete an application project which requires the analysis of a business problem, development of an appropriate program design, creation of an object-oriented microcomputer-based multimedia solution, and a plan for implementation in an organization..

CMS 3145-3 Business Application Development with Visual Basic (3 + 0)

Prerequisites: CMS 2110

Visual Basic is a graphical user interface development tool that has gained widespread acceptance for the development of business applications. Visual Basic for Applications, a subset of Visual Basic, is a standard feature in many current office applications. Together they provide a development environment in which students will learn to develop object-oriented, event-driven GUI business applications. Students will complete an application project that requires the analysis of a business problem, development of an appropriate program design, creation of a Visual Basic based solution, and a plan for implementation in an organization.

CMS 3180-3 Business Applications in OOP: C++ (3 + 0)

Prerequisite: CMS 3130

This course introduces the student to the concepts of object-oriented programming in a business environment using C++. It includes classes and objects, inheritance and derived classes, polymorphism, virtual classes and functions, and several advanced topics.

CMS 3190-3 Business Application and Web Applet Design with Java (3 + 0)

Prerequisites: CMS 2110

The Java programming language is the first truly platform independent language and has gained widespread acceptance for the development of business applications and web page applets. Students will learn the object-oriented paradigm and use it to develop business and business-related applications and applets in a visual development environment. Students will complete a Java application project that requires the analysis of a business problem, development of an appropriate Java program design, creation of a Java-based solution, and a plan for implementation in an organization.

CMS 3220-3 Analysis of Hardware, Software and User Interfaces for Microcomputer Platforms
(3 + 0)

Prerequisite: CMS 2110

The course develops a conceptual understanding of the underlying principles of computer systems hardware, operating systems software and associated use interfaces. These concepts are then applied to the problem of selecting and implementing microcomputer based systems to solve appropriate business problems.

CMS 3230-3 Telecommunication Systems (3 + 0)

Prerequisite: CMS 2110

This course is a study of the transmission of data, voice, and video including: transmission systems and associated hardware and software; types of networks; introduction to the OSI model, LANs and WANs; and applications of networks.

CMS 3250-3 Automated Office Systems (3 + 0)

Prerequisite: CMS 2010

This course presents an overview of the electronic equipment available for use in business systems. Some of the technologies are word processing, telecommunications, phototypesetting, and local area networks.

CMS 3260-3 Systems Development with GUI Development Tools (3 + 0)

Prerequisite: CMS 2110 or permission of the instructor

This course introduces the student to contemporary systems development tools for the Graphical User Interface (GUI). It includes the structure and processes of the GUI environment, several kinds of GUI design tools, what the tools accomplish (including their capabilities and limitations), and when and where to use a GUI system development tool.

CMS 3270-3 Micro Based Software (3 + 0)

Prerequisite: CMS 2010

A study of microcomputer-based software including advanced concepts of word processing, electronic spreadsheets, database management software, and the introduction of other relevant software packages used in a microcomputer environment. Hands-on experience is included.

CMS 3280-3 LAN and WAN Systems for Business (3 + 0)

Prerequisite: CMS 3230

Presents the technology, architecture, and interconnection of Local Area Networks and Wide Area Networks. The advantages and disadvantages of each technology will be discussed so that well-informed decisions can be made regarding the design of communication networks.

CMS 3290-3 Micro User Operating Systems (3 + 0)

Prerequisites: CMS 2010 and basic computer knowledge

Involves the hands-on use of Advanced DOS, Microsoft Windows, and Novell Netware on IBM/compatible microcomputers.

CMS 3310-3 Business Forecasting Methods (3 + 0)

Prerequisite: CMS 2300

A study of linear and multiple regression, time series forecasting, index number calculation, and analysis.

CMS 3340-3 Advanced Business Statistics (3 + 0)

Prerequisite: CMS 2300

This course is a study of advanced statistical methods and techniques and their application in business decision-making situations. This course will cover the following topics: inferences about population variances, tests of goodness of fit and independence, analysis of variance, experimental design, simple linear regression, multiple regression analysis, regression model building, forecasting, and non-parametric methods.

CMS 3400-3 Simulation of Management Processes (3 + 0)

Prerequisite: CMS 3340

A study of computer simulation techniques as applied to resources allocation problems in the business environment.

CMS 3610-3 Introduction to Artificial Intelligence for Business (3 + 0)

Prerequisites: CMS 2010 and proficiency in a programming language

An introduction to the field of applied artificial intelligence/expert systems and its importance in the business environment. Topics include human intelligence and business problem solving, knowledge representation strategies, expert systems design, the knowledge engineering process, robotics, voice recognition systems, and the future of applied artificial intelligence/expert systems in business and industry.

CMS 4030-3 Web Site Administration (3 + 0)

Prerequisite: CMS 3030 or CMS 3190

This course presents the fundamentals of organizing and administering a business web site with multiple clients. Students will learn how to design effective, business-oriented web pages. They will be able to give advice to the users, describe how to put web pages on a server, how to organize the published information, how to plan a business web site, specify the hardware, choose the daemon, and install and configure a server. In addition, the course will cover the security issues of the internet access, the different protection techniques, how to maintain a site, content and interpretation of the log files, and tools and techniques required to run an effective business site.

CMS 4050-3 Systems Analysis and Design (3 + 0)

Prerequisites: CMS 2110, CMS 3060, CMS 3230 and a course from the Programming Language Group

This course presents the concepts and provides the experience necessary to design a business information system. Current methodologies and technologies will be surveyed and design concepts from prerequisite courses will be reviewed and expanded. This body of knowledge will be applied in a group project to develop the design of a solution to a business information system problem resulting in a complete formal technical design document. The designs will be defended in a formal presentation.

CMS 4060-3 Advanced Database Management Systems (3 + 0)

Prerequisites: CMS 3060 and CMS 2110 (or advanced programming language course); senior standing

This course provides an in-depth understanding of database management systems by extending the database concepts and programming skills developed in prerequisite courses. The student will be presented with a variety of realistic business problems and be asked to produce functional solutions to these problems. The course will use the Oracle Developer 2000 or similar software to drive the design and development of business application software.

CMS 4070-3 Systems Development and Implementation (3 + 0)

Prerequisites: CMS 4050 and an advanced programming language, senior standing

This course is designed to provide a realistic environment for a student to develop and implement a system from a design. The student will write programs, convert data, test, and produce a working system.

CMS 4160-3 Advanced Programming Seminar (3 + 0)

Prerequisite: CMS 3110 or CMS 3140

Major business-related projects will be analyzed, coded, and tested.

CMS 4260-3 Database Administration (3 + 0)

Prerequisite: CMS 3060

This course covers the functions and responsibilities of the Database Administrator (DBA) in an organization with an integrated, shared Relational Database Management System (RDBMS). The course will focus on the technical requirements of the DBA including enrolling new users, creating the database, backup and recovery of data, security measures, implementing data integrity, and tuning the database.

CMS 4280-3 Network Installation and Administration (3 + 0)

Prerequisite: CMS 3280

This course presents the knowledge and skills necessary to install the network operating system and to perform competently in the role of a network administrator.

CMS 4390-3 Case Studies in Management Science (3 + 0)

Prerequisites: CMS 3270 and CMS 3340, senior standing

This course involves a study of the implementation of management science models and their interrelationship to other factors in an information system.

CMS 4410-3 Management Information Systems (3 + 0)

Prerequisites: CMS 2110 and MGT 3000

This course provides an overview of management information systems, managerial decision making practices and styles, and requisite information needs. International information concepts, the influence of national cultures on decision making, information use, and on various system design approaches are examined. The course addresses the practical aspects of the development of management information systems and decision support systems.