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ID499 Interior Design Studio VIII
Credits: 5(0,0,10) Prerequisites: ID457 and ID498

This is the final studio course. It focuses on the multidimensional aspects of analyzing complex
problems. Attention is placed on creativity and integration with previous experiences utilizing
systematic design methodologies, research, programming, estimation, and detailing all phases
of the design process.

IR101 Information Resources
Credits: 3 (3,0,0) Prerequisite: None
This course provides an introduction to techniques of information retrieval and information
evaluation. Students completing this course will have the skills needed to locate and critically
evaluate information, to think critically about research strategies, and to apply these concepts to
undergraduate research using Library resources and the Internet.

IS101 Introduction to Information Technology (for Business Majors Only)*
Credits: 2 (2,1,0) * For non-IS/CS/SE majors
This course examines computers and information technology and their applications in society.
Topics covered include database applications and implications, telecommunications and
networking, artificial intelligence, graphics, hypermedia, and multimedia. An outlook on
computers current and future impacts on individuals, business, and society as a whole are
discussed and students are introduced to simple Web page design and development tools.

IS201 Introduction to Information Systems
Credits: 3 (3,0,1) Prerequisites: BUS101 and CS101
This course presents an overview of information systems including the introduction to systems,
development concepts, information technology, and application software. The major role of
information systems (IS) is to support organizational personnel, regardless of their functional area
or level in the organization. The main focus of this course is not merely learning the concepts of IS
but the learning of the competitive advantage, timelines, and improvement in quality which
information technology provides. The theory is complemented by practical work aimed at gaining
basic proficiency with different types of widely used application software.

IS205 Business Process Management
Credits: 3(3,0,1) Prerequisites: IS201
This course introduces the key concepts and approaches to business process management and
improvement. The focus is on understanding and designing business processes. Students learn
how to identify, document, model, assess, and improve core business processes. Process design
principles are introduced and the ways information technology can be used to manage, transform,
and improve business processes are discussed. Students are exposed to challenges and
approaches to organizational change, domestic and offshore outsourcing, and inter-
organizational processes.

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