1a. IntroSUS 2003 - University of Maryland University College

Computer StudiesStudents may seek either an academic major or minor in computerstudies.Major in Computer StudiesThe computer studies major provides a flexible and coherent programof study integrating courses from several of the specializedcomputer and information fields. The interdisciplinary approachhelps prepare students for a variety of entry-level and midleveltechnical and management positions within the information technologyfield.ObjectivesThe student who graduates with a major in computer studies willbe able to•Incorporate relevant theory, techniques, languages, and systemsin developing computer-related solutions to practical problems.•Apply appropriate knowledge, concepts, and principles to facilitatethe management of change in computer technology.• Conceptualize and manage the design and implementation ofhigh-quality information systems.•Design and develop computer software using a programminglanguage.•Use technology to research information and provide a criticalanalysis of alternatives to help organizations make informeddecisions.•Apply standard system practices to the planning, implementation,management, and evaluation of information systems in anorganization.•Design and produce accurate and precise written documentationin all phases of the system development life cycle from preliminaryfeasibility studies to end-user documentation andmanuals.•Analyze information technology needs from historical andinternational perspectives in regard to advances in worldwidee-commerce.Requirements for the MajorA major in computer studies requires 30 semester hours of courseworkin computing subjects, drawn from various disciplines asappropriate; at least 15 semester hours must be earned in coursesnumbered 300 or above and at least 6 semester hours must beearned in courses numbered 400 or above. Specific course requirementsare listed at right.For a listing of all the requirements for the bachelor’s degree, studentsshould refer to pp. 22–23.Computer Studies Coursework (30 s.h.)Introductory Course (3 s.h.)Students must take one of the following introductory courses:CMIS 102 Introduction to Problem Solving and AlgorithmDesign (3)CMST 300 Concepts in Computing (3)IFSM 201 Introduction to Computer-Based Systems (3)Foundation Courses (6 s.h.)Students must take two of the following foundation courses:CMIS 240 Data Structures and Abstraction (3)IFSM 300 Information Systems in Organizations (3)IFSM 310 Software and Hardware Concepts (3)Programming Language Course (3 s.h.)Students must take one of the following programming language courses (oranother suitable programming language course):CMIS 140 Introductory Programming (3)CMST 305 Introduction to Visual Basic Programming (3)IFSM 307 COBOL Programming (3)Supplemental Major Courses (18 s.h.)Students must take at least six courses from offerings in computer and informationscience, computer information technology, computer science, computerstudies, and information systems management.Additional Required Course (3 s.h.)Students must take the following course; credit may be applied to generaleducation, minor, or elective requirements, as appropriate.MATH 107 College Algebra (3)orA higher-numbered mathematics courseMinor in Computer StudiesThe computer studies minor complements the skills the studentgains in his or her major discipline by providing a study of theprinciples and techniques used in developing computer-relatedsolutions to practical problems.ObjectivesThe student who graduates with a minor in computer studies willbe able to•Incorporate relevant theory, techniques, languages, and systemsin developing computer-related solutions to practical problems.•Apply appropriate knowledge, concepts, and principles to facilitatethe management of change in computer technology.•Use technology to research information and provide a criticalanalysis of alternatives to help organizations make informeddecisions.•Apply standard system practices to the planning, implementation,management, and evaluation of information systems in anorganization.51