EDTC 550 Information
Technology
| Reflections: The most important concept I learned in
this class was the ability to attend class and vacation in Disney World at
the same time. I was able to drive across America, enjoy my self, and learn
by utilizing technology! |
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Here is a course description provided by the University
of Phoenix |
Course Description
This course introduces the
fundamentals of computer systems and the role of information processing in
today's business environment. An overview is presented of information systems,
systems development, operating systems and programming, database management,
networking and telecommunications, and the Internet. In addition, a management
perspective is given for each of the areas.
Topics and Objectives
Information Systems
- Analyze the roles of
information systems in business.
- Analyze the System
Development Life Cycle methodology.
- Review basic hardware
components of a computer.
- Analyze trends in
hardware.
Operating Systems and
Programming
- Distinguish between
operating systems, programming languages, programs, and applications.
- Review common computer
software.
- Analyze the role of
office automation.
Database Management
- Define terminology
used with databases.
- Analyze the ways
databases are used as components of business solutions.
- Analyze database
administration.
- Demonstrate a
Microsoft Access database.
Networking,
Telecommunications, and the Internet
- List business
applications of telecommunications.
- Define the terms and
examine the technology of networks and telecommunications.
- Analyze the role of
the Internet.
- Distinguish between
the Internet, intranets, extranets, and e-business.
Business Systems
Development
- Apply the System
Development Life Cycle methodology.
Management Perspective
- Compare and contrast
operational, tactical, and strategic use of information technology (IT).
- Analyze information
resource management.
- Analyze key success
factors.
- Analyze education
considerations.
