Northeastern
Department
of IS and Technology
INSTRUCTOR:
Debbie Stansell Office: BT 221H
Office Hours: 9:15-10:45 a.m. MWF, 9:00-10:45 a.m. TTH, and by appointment at other times.
Telephone: 918-456-5511 ext. 2919.
FAX: 918-458-2337
E-mail: stansell@nsuok.edu
COURSE TITLE AND NUMBER: CLASS DAYS & TIME:
MIS 3063 – Information Systems MWF 8:00-8:50 a.m. & 11:00-11:50 a.m.
PREREQUISITES:
MIS
1003 or consent of the instructor. (Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel,
Access, PowerPoint,
and Internet).
CATALOG DESCRIPTION OF COURSE:
This course provides
an introduction to information systems, including system development concepts, information technologies, ethical and
international issues, and the implementation of application software. It explains how information is organized and
managed and how information systems drive and enhance competitive advantage. Students will work with spreadsheets,
databases, the Internet and other relevant information technologies.
COURSE PURPOSE:
The purpose of
this course is to provide students with an introduction to information systems,
including information system development concepts, information technology, and
software. Students will gain an
understanding of global IS management principles and issues within all major
business functions.
EXPECTED COURSE OUTCOMES:
By completing this course you will:
1. Learn how to use and manage Information Systems to conduct E-Commerce, improve decision-making, and gain competitive advantage in the fast-changing real world of global business.
2. Demonstrate knowledge in the use of computer applications through case-oriented, actual problem solving activities.
3. Distinguish between the various types of information systems and information technology applications and distinguish how to integrate them into decision-making strategies.
4. Demonstrate an understanding of hardware and software terminology and the differences therein.
5. Develop an awareness of telecommunications concepts and applications.
6. Obtain
knowledge of information systems and information technologies by analyzing case
studies.
7.
Establish a working knowledge of electronic commerce; Internet,
Intranet, and Extranet practices.
8. Identify the management challenges of e-business technologies and strategies, including security and ethical issues and global IS management.
INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS: (Required Textbook & Materials)
O’Brien, James A. "Introduction to Information Systems.” Thirteenth edition, McGraw-Hill Irwin, 2005. ISBN 0-07-304355-9. Two 3.5 high density formatted diskettes (1.44 MB). Obtain NSU computer account; call EXCELS 458-0888 to find out your USER ID and PASSWORD.
INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:
The expected course outcomes will be realized through a variety of instructional strategies to complement students’ life experiences. Those strategies include, but are not limited to, the following: self-paced, hands-on projects, Real World case studies, lectures, and individual problem solving techniques using Analysis Exercises.
STUDENT PERFORMANCE ACTIVITIES: (Attendance/Punctuality)
Consistent and punctual attendance is both expected and required for your successful completion of this course. Absences will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Students will be expected to make up any work missed as a result of absence, whether or not the absence was justified. Only 1 exam will be allowed to be made up. Over 5 absences will reduce the final grade for the course by one letter grade.
ACADEMIC DISHONESTY:
One of the major goals of this course is to allow you to become proficient with spreadsheet applications. You cannot become proficient if you copy someone else's work. Academic Dishonesty includes (among other things) copying another individual's work (or allowing someone to copy your work), or plagiarizing someone else's work as your own. If any type of academic dishonesty is detected (including any violations of the list below) students will be subject to disciplinary action including reduction of a grade(s), expulsion from the class, or expulsion from the university as outlined in the Northeastern State University Catalog.
Plagiarism:
"Copying a sentence, or a significant part of a sentence that has been written by someone other than the person submitting the paper, and then neglecting to indicate through the use of quotation marks or blocking that the material has been copied; or copying from another writer in such a way as to change one or two words in the sentence, or rearranging the order of the wording, or paraphrasing, or summarizing information and then neglecting to furnish documentation; or any failure to cite sources when appropriate." [Source: http://www.bcc.cc.nc.us/honesty.html]
Written Evaluations (Exams and quizzes)
· Written evaluations are always closed book/closed notes.
· Everything must be off the desk.
· Calculators are not allowed.
· For lab-based classes, all applications on the computer must be minimized or closed; using Microsoft Help features is not permitted.
· Talking or giving assistance to someone else during a written evaluation is considered cheating.
· Using cheat sheets (or programmed information) is considered cheating.
The written exams are property of the instructor. Leaving the classroom with a written exam or photocopying any portion of a written exam will result in a grade of 0% on the exam.
All other work
All other work falls under the Individual Work category below unless (1) the assignment clearly states that it is a Group Project and (2) the instructor has divided the class into groups.
Group Projects
Special instructions will be provided.
Individual Work
· You may use the textbook and any notes.
· It is acceptable to give or receive help. Watching someone else do your work is not considered help.
· Occasionally when doing IN-CLASS computer work, there may not exist enough working machines in the lab for every student to work individually. In these rare cases students may be asked to work together. This is a temporary situation that ends when that class is over.
· When doing OUT-OF-CLASS computer work, it is your responsibility to find a free machine. The argument that only one machine was available will not be accepted as a justification for two or more people working together on the same computer.
· If you need help, the instructor will also be glad to assist you.
· Any and all materials turned in for credit should be the result of your own individual effort.
Most of the class time will be used to explain new material. Students are encouraged to ask questions at any time. Students will be responsible for all topics covered in the textbook, handouts, and assigned URLs whether or not they are covered in the lectures.
All assignments submitted for evaluation are to be prepared using appropriate software applications. All work should be spell checked, printed on good quality paper and submitted in 8.5 x 11 inch form with one staple in the upper left-hand corner. Handwritten work is unacceptable and will receive a grade of zero. When taking the written quizzes and exams you may write in any color but RED.
ASSIGNMENT DUE DATES:
Assignments
are due at the beginning of the class period on the date indicated when the
assignment is given. After the assignment due date, work will be accepted up to
two weeks late, with penalty. Assignments 1-week late will receive no more than
75% credit and assignments 2-weeks late will receive no more than 50%
credit. Assignments may not be turned in
more than two weeks late.
STUDENT EVALUATION:
Student evaluation is based on total earned points based on performance on exams, homework assignments, and projects. All exams and assignments will be based on the material presented in the textbooks, material discussed in class and on skills developed. If application software skills are absent within the individual student, the instructor will lend assistance or ask a student proficient in the particular area to volunteer assistance. The division of the total grade is as follows:
EVALUATION POINTS
GRADING
SCALE
HOMEWORK/PARTICIPATION 230 (180 HW, 50 Participation)
EXAM 1 100
EXAM 2 100
PROJECT 100
EXTRA
CREDIT 70
FINAL
EXAM 100
TOTAL POINTS AVAILABLE 700
The exams will have true/false, multiple choice, fill-in-the-blank, essay, and/or application questions. All students are expected to be present on exam day. The instructor makes decisions on make-ups at her discretion. The student is responsible for any assignments made or material covered when absent. The student must catch up outside the classroom setting, as time does not permit re-teaching of a topic due to absence. Students must return all assignments and exams after observing the grade. Passing out and returning materials will facilitate identifying and correcting grading and/or recording errors.
1. Performance on examinations and subsequent cumulative course averages will be based upon standard definitive grade values as indicated below:
90 -100 = A 60 - 69 = D
80 - 89 = B Below 60 = F
70 - 79 = C
2. The final examination will be
administered according to the final exam schedule, Friday,
3.
Students are advised that the last date during the
semester when they may drop a course with an automatic "W"
will be Friday,
4. Students wishing to visit with the
professor about their standing in the class may visit her in her office which
is located in the
GRADE APPEALS:
A student may petition a grade change by using the Grade Appeals Process if satisfactory resolution cannot be achieved after consultation with the instructor and/or Dean. The Grade Appeals Process must be formally initiated with a written appeal to the Dean within four months following awarding of the original grade. Please contact the dean of the college in which the grade was given for a copy of the grade appeals process.
If any member of the class feels that he/she has a disability and needs
special accommodations, please advise the instructor
of such disability and the desired accommodations at the first class attended.
INCLEMENT WEATHER / DISASTER POLICY:
The
following are basic premises for the inclement weather policy at
1. Classes are expected to be held if at all possible.
2. It is the student's responsibility to receive the information when weather is questionable.
3. Neither students nor faculty are expected to risk life or limb.
4. Faculty members are obligated to hold classes if the University is not closed, unless the faculty member is unable to get to campus.
Policy: During times of inclement weather, decisions concerning day classes will be made by 6:00 a.m. in order for the media to be notified and for students to receive the announcement before they leave home. Decisions concerning night classes will be made by 3:00 p.m.
The following media will be notified regarding closing of the campus:
Radio Stations: Television
Stations:
KRMG
740 AM
KAYI 107 FM
KTLQ 1350 AM Tahlequah KTUL Channel 8
KEOK 102 FM Tahlequah KFSM Channel 5
KBIX 1490 AM
KMMY 97 FM
KVOO 1170 AM
The automated attendant message on 918-456-5511 will be modified to include information concerning campus operations during inclement weather.
Week 1
Chap. 1: Foundations of Information Systems in Business
Sections: Foundation Concepts: Information Systems in Business, Foundation Concepts: The Components of Information Systems
Case Studies: 1-4
Homework: Read and discuss chapter, cases, Analysis Exercise #4, Page 38, 20 PTS, due 1st day of class week of 08/28.
Extra Credit: Analysis Exercise #2, Page 37,
10 PTS, due 1st day of
class week of 08/28.
08/28 Chap. 2: Competing with Information Technology
Sections: Fundamentals of Strategic Advantage, Using Information Technology for Strategic Advantage
Case Studies: 1-4
Homework: Read and discuss chapter, cases, Analysis Exercise #2, Page 63, 20 PTS, due 1st day of class week of 09/06.
Extra Credit: Analysis Exercise # 1, Page 63, 10 PTS, due 1st day of class
week of 09/06.
Week 3
09/04 LABOR
DAY
09/06 Chap. 3: Computer Hardware
Sections: Computer Systems: End User and
Case Studies: 1-4
Homework: Read and discuss chapter, cases, Analysis
Exercise #2, Page 107, 20 PTS, due 1st
day of class week of 09/11.
Extra Credit: Demo Quiz, 10 PTS, In-class TBA
Week 4
09/11 Chap. 4: Computer Software
Sections: Application Software: End User Applications, System Software: Computer System Management
Case
Studies: 1-4
Homework: Read and discuss chapter, cases, Analysis Exercise #3, Pages 145-146 (Spreadsheet/Graph/PP), 20 PTS, due 1st day of class week of 09/18.
Extra Credit: Analysis Exercise #2, Page 145, 10 PTS, due 1st
day of class week of 09/18.
09/18
09/25 Laptop
Application Day (Access)
10/2 Laptop
Application Day (Access continued)
Sections: Managing Data Resources, Technical Foundations of Database Management
Case Studies: 1-4
Homework: Read and
discuss chapter, cases, Analysis Exercise #1 & #3, Pages 181-182 (Databases), 30 PTS each, due 1st
day of class week of 10/9.
Extra Credit: None
Week 8
10/9 Web Page Work Day
10/11 Chap. 6: Telecommunications and Networks
Sections: The Networked
Case Studies: 1-4
Homework: Read and
discuss chapter, cases, No Analysis Exercise due.
Extra Credit: Analysis Exercise #2, Page 229, 10 PTS, due 1st
day of class week of 10/16.
Weeks 9-10 Chap. 7: Electronic Business Systems
Case
Studies: 1-4
Homework: Read and discuss chapter, cases, No Analysis Exercise
due.
Extra Credit: Analysis Exercise #1, Page 273,
10 PTS, due 1st day of
class week of 10/30.
10/23 Web Page Work Day
Week 11 Chap. 8: Electronic Commerce Systems
10/30 Sections: Electronic Commerce Fundamentals, e-Commerce Applications and Issues
Case Studies: 1-4
Homework: Read and discuss chapter, cases, No Analysis Exercise due.
Extra Credit: None
Week 12 Review for Exam 2, Exam 2 (Chap. 5-8), Web
Page Work Day
11/06
Week 13
11/13 Chap.
9: Decision Support Systems
Sections: Decision Support in Business, Artificial Intelligence Technologies in Business
Case Studies: 1-4
Homework: Read and discuss chapter, cases, Analysis Exercise #3, Page 359, 20 PTS, due 1st day of class week of 11/20
Extra Credit: None
11/20 Chap.
10: Developing Business/IT
Solutions
Sections: Developing Business Systems, Implementing
Business Systems,
Case Studies: 1-4
Homework: Read and discuss chapter, cases, No Analysis
Exercise due.
Extra Credit: Analysis Exercise #2, Pages 403-404, 10 PTS, due 1st day of class
week of 11/27.
Week
15
11/27 Chap. 11: Security
and Ethical Challenges
Sections: Security,
Ethical, and Societal Challenges of IT, Security
Management of Information Technology
Case Studies: 1-4
Homework: Read and discuss chapters, selected cases, Analysis
Exercise #2, Page 449, 20 PTS, due 1st day of class week of 12/04.
Chap.
12:
Sections: Managing
Information Technology, Managing Global IT
Case Studies: 1-4
Homework: None
Extra Credit: None
Week 16 Web Page Presentations
12/04
12/11 Final Exam (According to final exam schedule), Friday,
Final Exam (According to final exam schedule),
Wednesday,