The experience relates to the academic principles and theories upon which the Computer and Information Systems curriculum is based. A survey of basic concepts and techniques of expert systems and artificial intelligence applied to commercial information systems. Examines knowledge acquisition, representation, storage and inferencing methods used in expert systems. Stresses applications and illustrations from the business environment. A formal approach to modern techniques of software design and development and provides for hands-on experience for students to apply the techniques.
Students work in teams in the organization, management and development of a large software project.
Emphasizes the use of CASE tools. Features advanced techniques and concepts of systems analysis and design along with software engineering with major emphasis on management information systems and decision support systems. Uses team approach to analyze, design and document realistic systems. Uses project management methods, project scheduling and control techniques, formal presentations and group dynamics. Students required to investigate the impact of the computer and associated peripheral devices on the classroom.