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WNC Catalog 2008-2009: Information Systems
Course Descriptions


Information Systems

Information systems is an academic discipline covering the application of people, technologies and procedures to business problems.

Courses in Information Systems as listed in the 2008-2009 WNC catalog. Back to the Information Systems main page.

Courses
IS 101 Introduction to Information Systems
    Credits: 3. Prerequisites: none
Introduces the student to the role of computers in today's technology-driven environment, allowing for hands on lab experience. Students will be introduced to the Internet, distance education, and the World Wide Web for research, along with operating systems, word processing, spreadsheets, database and basic multi-media. Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to demonstrate basic computer survival skills, understand computer terminology, and create data using a variety of software.
IS 201 Computer Applications
    Credits: 3. Prerequisites: IS 101 . Recommended: Course work or experience in spreadsheet and data base software recommended
Teaches specialist skills in business and desktop software tools including word processors, spreadsheets, databases, and presentation software. Upon completion of this course, students will have the skills to successfully pass specialist certification tests in word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation software.
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