ITEC 2201 - Introduction to Information Systems

(3) Credit Hours
Prerequisite: ITEC 1001  and ENGL 0999  
A study of the fundamentals of information systems, including what they are and how they affect organizations. Upon completion of this course students will be able to: 1- Describe and define fundamental terms, concepts and roles of information systems and associated technology.  2- Explain the strategic role of information systems in contemporary organizations. 3-  Describe the basic concepts of systems and systems thinking as they apply to the conceptualization, development, project management, evaluation, ethics and use of information systems. 4-  Describe concepts of and develop information systems applications commonly employed within an organizational setting to manage data and make decisions.