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2016-2017 Undergraduate Bulletin 
    
2016-2017 Undergraduate Bulletin [Archived Catalog]

Information Systems (B.S.)


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Program: B.S.
Department of Computer Science 
College of Engineering, Technology, and Computer Science

Engineering, Technology, and Computer Science Building 125 ~ 260-481-6803 ~  www.ipfw.edu/cs


The student learning outcomes for the degree are as follows:

  • An ability to apply knowledge of computing and mathematics appropriate to the program’s student outcomes and to the discipline.
  • An ability to analyze a problem, identify and define the computing requirements appropriate to its solution.
  • An ability to design, implement, and evaluate a computer-based system, process, component, or program to meet desired needs.
  • An ability to function effectively on teams to accomplish a common goal.
  • An understanding of professional, ethical, legal, security and social issues and responsibilities.
  • An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences. 
  • An ability to analyze the local and global impact of computing on individuals, organizations, and society.
  • Recognition of the need for and an ability to engage in continuing professional development.
  • An ability to use current techniques, skills, and tools necessary for computing practice.
  • An understanding of and an ability to support the use, delivery and management of information systems within an Information Systems environment. 

The Bachelor of Science in Information Systems emphasizes the design, development, and use of Information Systems for the management of information in the modern corporate and organizational environment.  Additional focus is on the business knowledge courses as well as the use of technology, such as SAP, in business management software, solutions, and applications for business process.  The Bachelor of Science in Information Systems prepares you for a career as a computer professional as well as for possible graduate study.

The Department of Computer Science offers the Bachelor of Science in Information Systems, an Associate of Science in Information Systems, a Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Arts in Computer Science. In addition to the degrees, the department offers a minor in Information Systems, a minor in Informatics, and a Certificate of Information Systems.

In addition to satisfying the requirements of IPFW (Regulations ) and the College of Engineering, Technology, and Computer Science (Colleges ), you must complete the courses required for the A.S. with a major in Information Systems (see above) and the following additional courses. Only courses in your major field for which you have earned a grade of C or better can be applied to the degree or used to satisfy prerequisites. A maximum of 10 credits with a grade of D will be accepted in non IS/CS courses.

IPFW General Education Requirements Credits: 3


General Education Requirements   

Plus 30 credits previously earned from the A.S.

Category C: Capstone


8. Capstone Experience Credits: 3


General Education Requirements  

(at least 3 credits and all outcomes in an approved course)

Approved Elective Credits: 3


Approved Concentration Elective Credits: 15


See the Computer Science department for details.
 

Total Including 60 from A.S. Credits: 120


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