Computer software and hardware is discussed in the context of their role in implementing different types of information systems. An introduction to the legal environment with an overview of the legal system as it affects individual's relationships with other individuals, the government, and commerce. The course explores the meaning and function of law, legal procedures, employment relations, consumer projection, andindividual rights and responsibilities. Emphasis is on design, testing, and documentation of problem solutions that facilitate accuracy, efficiency, flexibility, and effective utilization of software capabilities. Topics include file processing, conditionals, data manipulation, reporting, and control break processing.
Projects are PC, minicomputer, and mainframe computer compatible.
A survey of environmental law and policy. Examines the U.S. legal system, litigation and alternatives, and administration agencies. Presents the evolution of environmental regulations and policies and the environmental laws at the federal, state, and local levels. Considers citizen participation and individual ethical and legal rights and responsibilities regarding the environment. Study of the operations function in both manufacturing and service organizations in terms of operations planning and control, inventory management, quality control, and job design.