Introduction to Computer Information Systems

CIM1 #17865 - Fall 2021

Read Everything Carefully – YES – IT’S A LOT!

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

Examination of computer information systems and their role in business including computer hardware and software, communications and networking concepts, e-commerce, ethics and security, database management systems, Internet usage, and system and application software. Students apply these concepts and methods through hands-on projects to develop computer-based solutions to business problems.

STUDENT LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:

1. Describe existing and emerging technologies and their impact on organizations and society.
2. Explain the development and use of information systems in business
3. Demonstrate the ability to solve common business problems using appropriate Information Technology applications and systems, including spreadsheet database software, and Internet technologies.
4. Demonstrate the ability to apply Internet security concepts when using Internet technologies, including email, World Wide Web, chat, instant messaging, podcasts, video, internet search, uploading and downloading, blogs, social networking, and e-commerce.
5. Define terms that are unique to the field of computers and information systems.
6. Describe the functions and uses of the hardware and software comprising a computer system.
7. Describe computer ethics, crime, and security.
8. Demonstrate the ability to locate, evaluate, synthesize, use, and communicate information in various formats.
9. Compile a portfolio of computer-based, problem-solving, business related computer projects.

STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES:

Students completing this course satisfactorily will be able to:

1. Define terms that are unique to the field of computers and information systems.
2. Describe the functions and uses of the hardware and software comprising a computer system.
3. Utilize program features to create, edit, format, print, save and retrieve business documents.

COURSE FORMAT:

This course will be conducted 100% online in asynchronous format using Canvas. This means set Zoom meeting will not be conducted. However Zoom meetings can be scheduled on a one-on-one basis as needed. ConferZoom is available on Canvas in the event a one on one schedule needs to be set for assistance. Pre-recorded lectures from past lectures are on Canvas as well as other videos and materials.

SUCCESS ONLINE:

Students must be self-directed, self-motivated, able to prioritize, possess basic computer skills, navigation abilities and excellent Time Management skills.  In addition, students must be able to do a lot of reading and comprehension at a college level and be able to problem solve.  

ONLINE READINESS ASSESSMENT:

This Online Readiness Assessment will help you assess your readiness for an online course. If this is your first time taking an online class, you are encouraged to take this assessment.  It will evaluate how ready you are for an online course.  If you are weak in specific areas, now would be a good time to be proactive and address them.