Academics - Longwood University College of Business and Economics

Computer Information Management Systems 170. Computer Applications. The
course utilizes several common business software applications to explore how these tools are used in typical business environments. The course enhances the students’ knowledge of tools needed for upper-level courses in the School of Business and Economics, as well as their knowledge of computer concepts that are required in the business world. 3 credits.

Computer Information Management Systems 272. Introduction to Business Programming. The course emphasizes analysis of existing systems and designs of new systems using common structured and object-oriented modeling tools. It also includes the development of information systems from the analysis of present information flow, system specifications, and modeling. Prerequisite: CIMS 170. 3 credits.

Computer Information Management Systems 295. Special Topics in Computer Information Management Systems. The topics may vary from semester to semester. May be repeated for credit when topics change. 1-3 credits.

Computer Information Management Systems 311, 312. Studies Abroad. Primarily intended for transfer of credit earned abroad in courses in computer information management systems. 1-18 credits.

Computer Information Management Systems 370. Principles of Management Information Systems. A general over-view of information systems. Planning, designing and implementing information management systems. Emphasis is on application of the systems. Prerequisite: CIMS 170. 3 credits.

Computer Information Management Systems 372. COBOL Programming. An introduction to programming in a business oriented language (COBOL) with emphasis on commercial applications and elementary concepts of file processing. 3 credits.

Computer Information Management Systems 373. Database Management. Introduction to theory of data structure, implementation of database models, and applications using a conventional database system. Prerequisites: CIMS 370 and one of CIMS 272, CIMS 372, or CMSC 204. 3 credits.

Computer Information Management Systems 375. Web Design and Development. This course teaches students how to use powerful, sophisticated, commercially-available Web design tools to create interactive multimedia projects in an interdisciplinary team environment. Students build a personal Web site, an interactive portfolio site, and a site for a “real world” client. Other topics include introduction to ASP, CGI, Perl, VBSript, JavaScript, and Jscript. Prerequisites: CIMS 170 and 370, or permission of the instructor. 3 credits.

Computer Information Management Systems 376. Introduction to Computer Security, Forensics, and Law. This class covers IT security, computer law, and methods and tools for gaining forensic information from computer systems. It includes case studies of cyber crimes with a focus on the capabilities and limitations of forensics techniques today. The course introduces students to forensics tools using hands-on experience and the Internet. Prerequisite: CMSC 121 or CIMS 370, or permission of the instructor. 3 credits.

Computer Information Management Systems 377. Computer Communications and Forensics. This is a fundamental required course as part of an interdisciplinary curriculum that is very much in demand in today’s society. This course covers IT forensics as part of one of the three academic areas in the interdisciplinary curriculum. The three areas covered are IT security, IT forensics, and cyber law. Prerequisite: CIMS 376, or permission of the instructor. 3 credits.

Computer Information Management Systems 390. Directed or Independent Study. Must be approved by the head of the department. May be repeated as CIMS 391. 1-18 credits.

Computer Information Management Systems 471. Introduction to Systems Analysis and Design. Development of an information system from the analysis of present information flow, system specifications and equipment selection to implementation. Emphasis on analysis of existing systems and design of new systems. Prerequisite: CIMS 370 and CIMS 373. 3 credits. ***

Computer Information Management Systems 473. Network Communications. A study of voice and data communications concepts, including network components, strategies, topologies, planning and design issues, security considerations, evaluation/performance criteria, and management control requirements. Topics cover physical components as well as theoretical issues. Course includes in-class lectures as well as hands-on lab experiences with physical media, microcomputer connectors, and network operating systems. Prerequisite: CIMS 370. 3 credits.

Computer Information Management Systems 475. Web Programming. An in-depth study of programming techniques used in Web page design. Topics can include HTML and derivative languages, server-side programming, client-side programming, Web server architecture, and Web security. Use of these programming techniques to create contemporary applications will be covered. These applications can include, but are not limited to, shopping carts, guest books, login validation, database access and manipulation, form processing, auctions, and chat rooms. Other applications and techniques may be covered that reflect current trends in Web design and use. Prerequisites: Successful completion of a programming course prior to enrollment in this course is required as well as CIMS 373 or CMSC 362 or permission of instructor. 3 credits.

Computer Information Management Systems 476. Advanced Topics in Computer Security, Forensics, and Law. This class covers IT security, computer law, techniques for identifying and tracking cyber attacks, and methods and tools for gaining forensic information from computer systems. It includes case studies of cyber crimes with a focus on the relationship between computer forensics, IT security and cyber law today. The course will incorporate practical projects representing forensic challenges. The course will emphasize the application of law, ethics, conceptual models and hands-on experiences of using forensic tools with personal computers, servers, Internet activity and Web browser usage. Prerequisites: CMSC 355, CIMS 37, CRIM 305, and one of the following: both CMSC 360 and 455; or CIMS 473; or SOCL 305. 3 credits.

Computer Information Management Systems 492. Internship: Computer Information Management Systems. An on-the-job learning experience designed to apply management information systems concepts and principles. Prerequisites: Cumulative GPA of 2.0 or greater, 60 credits, declared business or economics major or minor, and permission of the internship instructor. 1-6 credits.

Computer Information Management Systems 495. Special Topics in Computer Information Management Systems. An individually designed course that allows the student to pursue advanced topics in specific management information systems areas. Topics may vary from semester to semester. May be repeated for credit when topics change. Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor. 1-3 credits.

Computer Information Management Systems 498. Honors Research in Computer Information Management Systems. Students conduct research in computer information management systems under the direction of a faculty member and the Senior Honors Research Committee. May be repeated as CIMS 499. 3 credits.