Catalog Course Description:
Introduction to concepts and applications of Information Systems (IS) and Information Technology (IT) as applied throughout library and information science. Topics include the structure of information systems, hardware and software concepts, basic principles of systems analysis and design, and contemporary applications of computers in organizational environments.
Pre-requisites and Co-requisites:
None
Curriculum Role:
Required course for the MS (LIS) program. Can count as a foundation requirement for the MSIS. Not allowed for the MSIS degree.
Course Rationale:
This course establishes the necessary information systems and technology literacy for students entering the MS (LIS) program and will provide students with a solid foundation required for further studies in the MS (LIS) program.
Course Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, a student will be able to:
• Define fundamental computing terminology and concepts
• Explain the role of information systems and information technology in organizations
• Use modeling tools and techniques to create simple models of systems.
• Assess basic technical, social and organizational issues related to implementing Information Systems in libraries and other information organizations.
Course Content:
Principal topics and the approximate number of weeks devoted to each are:
• Information Systems Concepts(1)
• Information Technology Concepts (1)
• Survey of Information System Applications (2)
• Information System Development (1)
• Information System modeling with respect to concepts (e.g. ERD’s) , functions (e.g. functional decomposition), processes and data (e.g. data-flow diagramming) (4)
• Information Systems Management in Organizations(1)
Presentation:
Note: Presentation method may vary somewhat from section to section.
Lectures, group exercises, and class participation. In addition the course may use a combination of online resources, short case studies and system demonstrations, to provide a realistic survey of systems applications.
Assessment:
Note: Assessment method may vary somewhat from section to section.
Class participation, group exercises, homework assignments and exams.
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