CSCI 495 - Systems Analysis and Software Design

(3 hours) Prerequisite: CSCI 325 with a grade of “C” or better or CSCI 419 with a grade of “C” or better. Examines the overall business firm as a balanced decision-making supersystem of integrated subordinate subsystems. The concepts of information system planning, design and utilization are approached through recognized system development procedures. Case studies and simulation models are used to demonstrate the importance of effective business information processing systems. In addition, the course requires a team-based semester project involving an actual organization. (Laboratory fee required)