syllabus it 132

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Saint Louis UniversitySCHOOL OF COMPUTING AND INFORMATION SCIENCES

A. Bonifacio St., Baguio City, Philippines(074) 444-8246 loc 281

INFORMATION SYSTEM FUNDAMENTALS (IT 132)

OBJECTIVES OF THE SCHOOL

The School of Computing and Information Sciences (SCIS) is envisioned as the universitysinstrument in bridging the digital divide between the academe, industry and community by beinga center of excellence in Computing and Information Sciences education offering programscommitted to the generation of creative, competent and socially involved individuals armed witha Christian spirit as they play the role of being agents of progress.

Christian Spirit.To develop Information and Computing professionals and practitioners grounded onChristian values, with appropriate skills and principles and who shall conduct themselvesas responsible, ethical citizens of the globe.

Creativity.To train Information and Computing professionals in abstraction and analysis processes toenable them to participate in lifelong learning and be adaptive to the fast changingenvironment.

To foster and support relevant computing researches

To support the pursuit of excellence in teaching and learning through improved andrelevant curricula programs.

Competence.To transform and equip faculty and students with knowledge and computing skills,making them globally competitive.

Social Involvement.To provide continuing Computing and Information education, consultancy and assistanceto members of the community who are faced with issues and problems.

I. DESCRIPTIVE TITLE

Information System Fundamentals

II. COURSE NUMBER

IT 313

III. PREREQUISITE SUBJECTS

NONE


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IV. COURSE DESCRIPTION

This course provides an understanding of organizational systems, planning, anddecision process, and how information is used for decision support in organizations. Itcovers theories, practices, and processes related to computer based informationsystems, particularly transaction processing systems, to provide viable information tothe organization and its decision makers. It outlines the concepts of IS for competitiveadvantage, data as a resource. IS and IT planning and implementations, change, andproject management.

V. COURSE OBJECTIVES

With the lectures, readings, class discussions and the practicum, the student isexpected to be able to develop the desired knowledge, skills, attitudes and valuesespoused by the University:

On Competence:

Explain the concepts associated to Computer Based Information Systems.

Discuss the concepts of information systems and the components of transaction

processing systems; thus, be able to integrate and present it in a businessproposal.

Analyze the significance of providing relevant information to decision makers

and be able to describe the characteristics used to evaluate the quality of data.

Converse on the theories, components and infrastructure of Electronic and

Mobile Commerce.

Write a business proposal.

On Creativity, Research and Scholarly Work

Enhance the problem solving skills of individuals with inclination on computing

and Information sciences such that they are able to produce reliable solutionsand solution frameworks for business problems.

Provide an opportunity that will allow individuals to manifest their innovative

character.

On Social Involvement and Christian Spirit

Encourage the students to explore solutions to the problems within the

organizations with which they belong as well as with the society. Let the students realize that the knowledge and skills they get from the course

are necessary for them to participate in the inherent task of transforming thesociety into a better world.


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On NCBTS-based Objectives

Demonstrate punctuality in accomplishing tasks and functions as a student; Show appropriate behavior in dealing with classmates, authorities and mentors

while accomplishing the course requirements;

Implement school policies and procedures;

Demonstrate flexibility;

Apply updated knowledge in the field of study; and

Possess in-depth understanding of the subject areas learning goals, concept

and process relevant for IS/IT planning, project management, informationsystems, and transaction processing systems.

VI. COURSE CONTENT

Content Number of Meetings(one hour

per meeting)

Strategies

I. An Introduction to InformationSystems In Organizations

II. TechnologyIII. Organizing Data and Information

14 meetings

Lectures

Student Presentations

Case Studies

Verbal Presentations of

Business proposal

IV. Business Information Systems

Introduction to Electronic CommerceMobile CommerceE and M Commerce ApplicationsTechnology Infrastructure to Support

E and E CommerceERP Overview

Transaction Processing Systems

14 meetings

Lecture


Case Studies Verbal Presentations of

Business proposal

V. Transaction Processing SystemsProject PresentationsCulminating Activity

7 meetings Lecture


Verbal Presentations of

Business proposal

VII. COURSE REQUIREMENTS FOR EVALUATION

A. Participation in Class and Group discussionsB. Presentations on Selected TopicsC. Problem Solving Exercises (Case Studies)D. Term Quizzes (Prelims, Midterms, and Finals)


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E. Examinations (Prelims, Midterms, and Finals)F. Business Proposals Final paper

VIII. GRADING SYSTEM

Grades on requirements will be given based on the formula:Student Grade = student Raw Score / perfect Requirement Score * 50 + 50

The prelim, midterm, and final grades will be given based on the following tableRequirement (Grade Component) Weight

A. PRELIMS:Case Studies, Quizzes, Exams 50%

Term Project 50%

B. MIDTERMS:

Case Studies, Assignments, Exams,Researches

40%

Term Project 60%C. FINALS:

Case Studies, Quizzes, Exams 30%Term Project 70%

IX. REFERENCES

Stair, R. and Reynolds, G. (2009), Introduction to Information Systems. CengageLearning Asia Pte Ltd. Singapore

Rainer, R. and Turban, E. (2009), Introduction to Information Systems, John Wiley &Sons (Asia) Pte Ltd.

Prepared by:

Benedick Bench Bacani, MSITEmail Address: [email protected]: SCIS Faculty Room S 321

Approved by:

Gerry Paul C. Genove, MSITDepartment Head


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Cecila A. Mercado, MSIT, PhD

Dean

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