INF1002F :: Information Systems 1

Course Introduction

Prerequisites: Nil
Status: First Year introductory course
Course Convenor: Kevin Johnston, Room 4.05, Tel: 650-2266
Course Administrator: Heather Martin, Room 4.11, tel. 650-4670
Lecturers: Kevin Johnston, Salah Kabanda, JP van Belle, Maureen Tanner

Course Description

This course provides a business perspective of information systems, and stresses how information systems can be used to improve the planning and running of businesses. The course introduces students to the theoretical and practical basics of business and information systems. It investigates information system concepts such as data, input, processing, output, and information technology such as hardware, software and networks. It investigates the use of information technology and communication technology as well as their convergence (coming together) to support business information systems. The nature and value of information as well as the impact of Internet technology on organisations and society are also considered.

Details

Lectures on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays at 14:00-14:45 and 15:00-15:45