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 2010-3 Computer Applications for Business (3 + 0)
Prerequisites: CMS/CSS 1010 with a grade of "C" or better, or appropriate score on the Computer Information Systems computer literacy screening test
This course is an introduction to fundamental business information systems from a business perspective. It includes computer hardware and software, use of business productivity tools and the Internet, and an introduction to fundamental and functional business information systems. This course is primarily intended for students with majors in the School of Business.

CMS 2110-3 Structured Problem Solving in Information Systems (3 + 0)
Prerequisite: CMS 2010
This is a problem-solving course in which the tools of structured design are used to design computerized solutions 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 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
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 2110
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 3130-3 Business Applications in C (3 + 0)
Prerequisite: CMS 2110
This course covers the major elements of the C programming language. Structured design tools and techniques are used to develop problem solutions that are implemented in the C programming language.

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
This course provides a visual development environment to develop object-oriented, event-driven GUI business applications. Visual Basic is a graphical user interface RAD tool for development of Web and Windows applications. Students will complete an application project that requires the analysis of a problem, development of an appropriate program design, creation of a MSIL solution and a plan for implementation with appropriate documentation.

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 objectoriented 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 and Networking (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 3260-3 Information Systems Development with GUI Development Tools (3 + 0)
Prerequisite: CMS 2110
This course introduces the student to RAD tools for contemporary systems development within a GUI development environment. It includes the structure and processes of a high level programming language and familiarizes the student with current development environments for Web and Windows applications (including their capabilities and limitations).

CMS 3270-3 Advanced Computer Applications for Business (3 + 0)
Prerequisite: CMS 2010
This is a software solutions microcomputer course that teaches problem solving at the business operational level using advanced applications of word processing, presentation graphics, electronic spreadsheets, and database management. Hands-on practice with the advanced Microsoft application suite and computer-based examinations are 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 Operating Systems for End Users (3 + 0)
Prerequisites: CMS 2010 and CMS 2110
An end-user oriented microcomputer operating systems course which teaches advanced concepts of the most popular operating systems, both networked and stand-alone. The course includes instruction in theory, plus hands-on experience with each operating system.

CMS 3300-3 Principles of Quantitative Management Solutions (3 + 0)
Prerequisites: MTH 1310, MTH 1320, junior level standing
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 index numbers, learning curves, confidence intervals, tests of hypotheses, quality control and regression and correlation analysis, etc., in the context of production and operations management skills needed by American industry.

CMS 3320-3 Quantitative Decision-Making (3 + 0)
Prerequisite: CMS 3300
Designed to develop the student's ability to use basic theory and management science techniques. Includes construction of payoff tables, Baysian statistics, inventory and production control and linear programming methods.

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 decisionmaking 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 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 2110, CMS 3060 and a course from the CMS Programming Language Group
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 4160-3 Advanced Programming Seminar (3 + 0)
Prerequisites: CMS 2110, CMS 3060, and a course from the CMS Programming Language Group
This course addresses advanced language techniques and their application to Information Systems problems. It discusses the appropriateness of certain languages and programming techniques.

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 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.