A study of current technologies impacting a firm's ability to create and maintain a competitive advantage through the use of information systems technology. Topics include hardware and software technologies that support the development of interactive internet applications. MIS 416 . A study of the role of telecommunications in businesses, including relevant terminology, concepts, hardware, software, protocols and architectures. Topics include the design, purchase, integration and use of telecommunications technologies and systems.
Emphasis is placed on local area network technologies.
MIS 491 . Junior or senior standing and consent of department chairperson. MIS 495 . Special topics of interest to students pursuing the information systems option. MIS 498 .