The purpose of the course is to introduce computer terminology and system development techniques as they apply to information systems within the discipline. Students will be taught the principles and usage of computerized systems for data gathering, analysis, and reporting. Students will be taught how to design, implement, and use database systems, how to analyze data via databases and spreadsheets, and how to report results both as text and graphics. A comprehensive case study integrating various software environments that students will likely encounter in the work place will be used in this course.
Note: Students may not receive credit for more than one of COMP 100, 135 and 170 and BBUS 237