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IST 195 Information Technologies (3)
M 6-8:50 p.m.
Sec. M009 Class #19450 Wenner
State-of-the-art technologies in the field. Computer architectures, telecommunication networks, software design and application. Issues in information management and technology use.
IST 325 Information Management Consultation (3)
Th 5-7:50 p.m.
Sec. M001 Class #19451 Saponara
Information technology trends and proven applications in information processing, telecommunications, office systems, and information processing industry products and services. Consultation skills; strategies for introducing technology transfer strategies and management of innovation and change.
IST 352 Information Analysis of Organizational
Systems (3)
M 5:15-8:05 p.m.
Sec. M002 Class # 19453 Krudys
Introduces information flow as basis of organizational work and role of information systems in managing work. Concept of systems decomposition to facilitate analysis. Skills required to decompose, model, and analyze information systems.
IST 444 Information Reporting and Presentation (3)
T 5-7:50 p.m.
Sec. M005 Class #19458 Nosky
Information synthesis and the presentation of information. Organizing information for presentation, text, and graphics. Presentation skills, training and teaching methods.
IST 453 Telecommunications Regulations (3)
T 5-7:50 p.m.
Sec. M001 Class #19461 Calagiovanni
Regulation at the ITU, FCC, and public utility commissions. Function and operation of regulatory bodies. Political, economic, and legal theories of regulation. Sources of regulatory information. Regulatory history and current status. Current issues. Prerequisite: IST 233.
IST 459 Introduction to Database Management
Systems (3)
Th 5-7:50 p.m.
Sec. M002 Class #19464 Fudge
Data structure, file organization, and principles and concepts of data bases for information retrieval systems. Data analysis, design, models, management, evaluation, and implementation. Prerequisite: IST 352.
IST 466 Professional Issues/Information Management and Technology (3)
W 5:15-8:05 p.m.
Sec. M001 Class #19309 Venkatesh
Integration of management strategies, information uses, and information technologies as related to professional conduct, ethics, and career strategies. In-depth review and use of case studies. IST majors only.
IST 511 Introduction to the Library and Information Profession (3)
W 5:15-8:05 p.m.
Sec. M001 Class #19383 Nicholson
Key components of the field and its relationship to other fields and professions. General structure, issues and problems, research, and literature.
IST 552 Information Systems Analysis (3)
Th 5-7:50 p.m.
Sec. M001 Class #19320 Zhang
Concepts and methods of systems analysis through decomposition and modeling. Extensive practice with structured methodologies. Systems analysis and project management techniques. Introduction to automated tools and technologies. Group project to apply skills. Prerequisite: graduate standing or IST 352.
IST 553 Information Architecture for Internet Services (3)
W 5:15-8:05 p.m.
Sec. M001 Class #19333 Klossner
Building and management of Internet information services, including information organization, information management, and information dissemination. Understanding of the use of Internet technologies within an organizational context. Practice with current technologies.
IST 556 Wireless Interactive Communications (3)
Th 5-7:50 p.m.
Sec. M001 Class #19385 Austin
Applications, management, regulation, and technologies of wireless interactive media. Includes cellular radio, personal communications systems, wireless local loop and video platform services, wireless LANs and PBXs, and satellite-based systems.
IST 605 Reference and Information Literacy Services (3)
Th 5-7:50 p.m.
Sec. M001 Class #19470 Lavender
The discovery and use of print and electronic resources and delivery of services in libraries to meet nformation needs of varied patron communities in a broad range of contexts.
IST 614 Management Principles for Information Professionals (3) |
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T 5-7:50 p.m.
Sec. M001 Class #19472 Payne |
Th 5-7:50 p.m.
Sec. M004 Class #19495 Brenner |
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Basic ideas, concepts and perspectives of management as they apply to the information professions. Students learn to understand and apply basic principles of organization theory and behavior and managerial techniques needed to improve organizational effectiveness.
IST 616 Information Resources: Organization and Access (3)
M 5:15-8:05 p.m.
Sec. M001 Class #19387 Kwasnik
Introduction to theories, tools, and standards for information organization and access, including cataloging rules and formats, content analysis, indexing, classification, and fundamentals of information retrieval systems. Prerequisite: IST 511 or instructor consent.
IST 618 Survey of Telecommunications and Information Policy (3)
M 5:15-8:05 p.m.
Sec. M002 Class #19389 Staff
Public policy issues of the digital environment, including freedom of expression, intellectual property, economic regulations, privacy, security, access, standards, and dissemination of public information. Application of economic, legal, and political science concepts to policy analysis.
IST 619 Economics for Information Managers (3)
M 5:15-8:05 p.m.
Sec. M001 Class #19390 Staff
Economic principles relevant to management of information functions in organizational contexts. Core micro-economic concepts applied to the marketplace for information products and services. Financial tools used for managing information systems and networks. Prerequisite: IST 614.
IST 621 Introduction to Information Management (3)
W 6:30-9:15 p.m.
Sec. M001 Class #19391 Dischiave
Overview of general management concepts, IM implementation concerns and strategies, information life cycle management, and preparation for an IM career.
IST 623 Introduction to Information Security (3)
T 5-7:50 p.m.
Sec. M001 Class #19392 Park
Basic concepts and technologies of information security. Comprehensive overview of information security with some hands-on experience.
IST 645 Managing Information Systems Projects (3) |
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Th 5-7:50 p.m.
Sec. M001 Class #19432 Thomas |
M 5:15-8:05 p.m.
Sec. M002 Class #19433 Uva |
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Project management as a professional discipline in information and communication technology. Introduction to roles, activities, methods, and tools. Critical review and application of principles. Additional work required of graduate students.
IST 653 Introduction to Telecommunications and Network Management (3)
W 5:15-8:05 p.m.
Sec. M001 Class #19393 Tan
Telecommunications management and application. Planning, design, implementation, and evaluation of voice and data networks, local and wide-area networks, and overall network management. Industry trends and career planning.
IST 659 Data Administration Concepts and Database Management (3)
T 5-7:50 p.m.
Sec. M002 Class #19394 Dischiave
Definition, development, and management of databases for information systems. Data analysis techniques, data modeling, and schema design. Query languages and search specifications. Overview of file organization for databases. Data administration concepts and skills. Credit cannot be given for both IST 659 and IST 658.
IST 673 Strategic Planning in an Information-Based Organization (3)
T 5-7:50 p.m.
Sec. M002 Class #19502 Clark
Linking information needs and technology support to organizational goals as a critical skill for professionals. How to develop a strategic planning process for information resources, identify strategic issues, link strategic planning with organizational mandates and mission, write a strategic plan with appropriate performance measures, implement the strategic planning process, and evaluate the planning system and outcomes.
IST 754 Final Project in Telecommunications Systems (3)
W 5:15-8:05 p.m.
Sec. M001 Class #19439 Sweet
Capstone and exit requirement for the M.S. in telecommunications and network management. Applies technological and business knowledge to analysis of a specific telecommunication system or networking application. Cost-benefit comparisons of competing technologies or alternative configurations. Prerequisite: IST 601, 614, 618, 653, and 753 and instructor consent.
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