2009-2010 Undergraduate Academic Catalog

Course Descriptions Course Descriptions 250 Cedarville University 2009–10 MIS-1500 – MRKT-3660 Information Systems (MIS) MIS-1500 2 hours Information Technology for Business –Fa, Sp This course will focus on understanding the broad nature of information technology and how it fits in today’s business world. Students will learn the nature of information technology, its application, and unique business models, as well as how to manage technology from a business value perspective. Fundamentals of the industry, technologies, and application of that technology are developed. Students will experience the IT industry through practical exploration of its breadth and depth. MIS-1510 Software Tools for Business –Fa, Sp 2 hours This course emphasizes the use of software in a business environment. Students will develop a working knowledge of spreadsheet, database, and other software packages appropriate to the current business environment. (Fee: $10) MIS-2200 Fundamentals of MIS –Fa 3 hours This course is an introduction to the field of Management Information Systems (MIS). It is a demanding course that takes students through the process of developing an information system. While working through this process, students will be introduced to the primary topics and techniques used in MIS. Case study is the primary method used in teaching the course. Gateway course to the MIS major. MIS-2300 Introduction to Programming –Sp 3 hours Intended as the first programming course for MIS majors, this course will introduce the student to the process of programming and to the syntax and usage of the Java programming language. The programming assignments will encourage students to analyze problems in a logical, intentional, and structured manner so that they can develop well constructed programs using structured and object-oriented programming techniques. Prerequisite: MIS-2200 Fundamentals of MIS (Fee: $20) MIS-3100 Database Development –Fa 3 hours This course teaches students database fundamentals while providing a broad survey of the field’s major topics. Students learn information systems and the critical nature of databases within IS contexts. Topics include storage and retrieval, data modeling, logical and physical design, relational and object- oriented databases, data warehousing, databases and the internet, and data security. Students apply essentials by creating, exercising, and administrating databases. Prerequisite: MIS-2200 Fundamentals of MIS. (Fee: $20) MIS-3300 3 hours Advanced Topics in Programming Languages –Sp Advanced concepts in programming and programming languages using one or more programming languages. Theories of program design and implementation. Some discussion of the design of programming languages and the comparison of strengths and weaknesses in performing different types of tasks. Prerequisite: MIS-2300 Introduction to Programming. (Fee: $20) MIS-3400 Data Communications and Networking –Fa 3 hours A study of the basic concepts of data and voice communications and current networking technology. Discussion of physical-layer considerations, higher-layer implications, and network operating systems. The concepts will be applied through a hands-on project of network design, implementation, and documentation. Prerequisite: MIS-2200 Fundamentals of MIS or permission of instructor. (Fee: $50) MIS-3500 Web Development –Sp 3 hours This course will expose students to the process of developing information systems for the World Wide Web. The focus will be on advanced webpage creation including dynamic content, scripting, applets and server issues. Prerequisites: MIS-2200 Fundamentals of MIS, MIS-2300 Introduction to Programming. MIS-3800 Systems Analysis and Design –Sp 3 hours Provides an understanding of the duties of the systems analyst together with an understanding of the specific methods and techniques for conducting a systems project from its preliminary investigation through its systems implementation and evaluation. Prerequisite: MIS-3100 Database Development. MIS-3910 Advanced Topics in MIS –Fa, Sp 3 hours This course heading covers a variety of MIS courses offered on a temporary basis. The dynamic nature of the field of MIS gives rise to the need to address recent changes in technologies, methods, and systems. MIS 4100 Advanced Database Design –Sp 3 hours This course is a systematic study of the use of databases in dynamically generated webpages in e-commerce systems. The course focuses on the integration of database management systems and other software such as CRM, ERP, and supply chain management systems in the design and development of scalable E-commerce systems. Prerequisites: MIS-3100 Database Development; MIS-3500 Web Development. (Fee: $20) MIS-4500 System Development –Sp 3 hours Students hone their skills of analysis, design, and project management as they work in teams to develop IT projects that solve real-world problems proposed by end-users both inside the University and in outside organizations. The projects usually encompass aspects of system analysis, user-interface design, database development, web development, end-user training, documentation, and presentation to customers. Capstone course. Prerequisites: MIS 3500-Web Development; MIS-3800 System Analysis and Design. Marketing (MRKT) MRKT-3600 Principles of Marketing –Fa, Sp 3 hours Survey of the marketing function in the business environment; product, price, promotion, and distribution as well as consumers organizations; service, nonprofit, and international markets. Prerequisite: junior status or permission of instructor. MRKT-3610 Sales/Sales Management Systems –Sp 3 hours Principles employed in the development, administration, and strategy of a sales force. Professional selling from a Christian perspective along with training, managing, compensating, and motivating a sales force. Prerequisites: MGMT-3500 Principles of Organization and Management; MRKT-3600 Principles of Marketing. MRKT-3630 Marketing Research –Sp 3 hours Role of market research in marketing development. Decision making in an atmosphere of uncertainty. Determination of hypotheses. Planning research designs: survey, observational, experimental, and simulation. Execution of survey design: questionnaire construction, sample design, interviewing, tabulation, analysis, interpretation of results, and presentation. Prerequisite: MRKT-3600 Principles of Marketing. MRKT-3650 Buyer Behavior –Sp 3 hours Introduction to the psychological, sociological, cultural, and economic determinants of consumer behavior. Emphasis on exploration of various concepts and theories for the purpose of building understanding and providing an exposure to a variety of viewpoints. Prerequisite: MRKT-3600 Principles of Marketing. MRKT-3660 Promotion Strategy –Fa 3 hours Advertising as a tool in marketing management. Decision making relative to market analysis. Media selection, budgeting, production and layout, and measurement of effectiveness. Prerequisite: MRKT-3600 Principles of Marketing or permission of instructor.