This course covers advanced topics in computer networks including local & wide area networks (wired and wireless), satellite networks, and distributed processing. Network architectures and protocols will be analyzed in different business environments.

Prerequisite: IT 310 or equivalent.

560 DATABASE MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS

This course covers a variety of advanced topics in database systems and discusses issues and techniques in the analysis, design, and implementation of computerized filing systems. Students will learn advanced SQL queries, transaction management in client-server architectures, and object-oriented & distributed databases.

Prerequisite: CS426 or equivalent.

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY PREFIX: IT

515 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY CONCEPTS

This course examines information systems in today's organizations and presents advanced topics in system architectures and planning. Building and managing computer resources will be discussed with emphasis on the way information technology is used to meet business needs.

Prerequisite: IT200 or equivalent.

535 RESEARCH METHODOLOGIES

In this course, students undertake an in-depth review and critical analysis of research topics using qualitative and quantitative methodologies. Upon this course completion, students will be exposed to various analytical and statistical paradigms, tools, and techniques for decision-making and research evaluation.

Prerequisite: MAT 152 or equivalent

575 EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES

This course explores important issues currently affecting the field of organizational computer systems and related emerging information technologies. Students research emerging trends to determine if they will be sustained and of value to the organization.

Prerequisite: IT200 or equivalent.

610D PRACTICUM: ENTERPRISE INFORMATION MANAGEMENT

This course explores various topics in data warehouses and knowledge & content management systems in organizational contexts. The course also covers technologies used to coordinate business assets for strategic and automation purposes. Students will explore various methods of knowledge organization and learn the design of KM systems and processes.

Prerequisite: CS560

620 ENTERPRISE SYSTEMS INTEGRATION

This course examines the design and linking of heterogeneous & distributed systems and enterprise applications. Students will learn how to interconnect servers & applications and integrate disparate data and business information using practical solutions, such as ERP & XML.

Prerequisite: CS 503.

640 E-TECHNOLOGIES

This course presents various cutting-edge technologies and tools used to create e-technology or web-based solutions. Students will examine standards and web methodologies for designing and developing e-systems. Extensive discussions of the requirements, issues, and infrastructure of e-technologies will be presented.

Prerequisite: IT338 or equivalent.

675 HUMAN-COMPUTER INTERACTION

This course examines the user interface design and implementation with strong emphasis on practical ways to improve human performance and productivity. Students will learn the relation of human-computer interaction (HCI) to other aspects of software engineering and investigate the techniques of interactive systems design (ISD) and the philosophy of user centered design.

Prerequisite: IT200 or equivalent.

680 PROJECT MANAGEMENT

This course examines the technical and administrative aspects of complex projects. Students will learn the project life cycle and software tools to create functional, managerial, and organizational requirements to manage groups and plan & control projects.

Prerequisite: IT200 or equivalent.

699 INTEGRATED CAPSTONE PROJECT

This is a course in which students integrate and synthesize the learning experiences acquired in the MSIT program. Students plan and write a project in the form of a technical report or an applied research by applying and integrating a variety of IT skills and knowledge covered in the curriculum.

Prerequisite: Successful completion of most courses in the curriculum.

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