Focuses on the issues surrounding the design of interfaces and the integration of existing systems to form new systems. This course builds knowledge of networking, databases, and programming. Special study in particular aspect of information sciences under the direct supervision of an appropriate graduate faculty member. No more than six semester hours of independent study may be counted toward degree requirements. Human Factors and Engineering Systems.
Course studies the human factor within information systems development.
Advanced Topics in Database Systems. CIS 543 or 661 or permission of instructor. Prototype and operational object oriented database systems will be analyzed. Networking and Communications. Computer networks, network technology, protocols, routing algorithms, reliability, and design issues.