MIS309 - Management Information Systems - cpb-us-w2 ...



Spring 2020: MSIS 110 – Introduction to Computers and Information SystemsSection 06 Tues/Thur 9:30-10:45 W-1-57; Blue LabSection 05 Tues/Thur 11:00-12:15 Lib-3507 (Media Aud); Blue LabSection 01 Tues/Thur 2:00-3:15 W-1-57; Blue LabInstructor: Jon FrankelOffice: M-5-226Phone: 617 287-7710Email: jon.frankel@umb.edu Office Hours:Tues: 3:30 - 5:30 Thurs: 1:00 - 2:00 or by appointmentCourse DescriptionThe purpose of this course is to introduce you to the world of Information Systems from a business perspective. You will learn about the hardware, software and network technologies that support a firm’s operations. We will discuss trends and emerging technologies in MIS, as well as explore the issues arising from the use of computers in the workplace. The course also offers an extensive hands-on component in the use of state-of-the-art technology. Required Course MaterialsTwo online accounts, which you can buy at links below, give you access to the e-book and homework. 1 - Simnet account at for MS Office hands on learning2 – Connect account at for E-book, Cases, Specific URL to be provided on 1st day.If you want a hardcopy of the textbook, you can order it through connect or buy an older edition on amazon. Web Site: Lecture notes will be posted online at & ParticipationYou are expected to be in class, actively participating in our discussions. Not only do I want to ensure that you comprehend the material - I am counting on your insightful comments on the subject matter to be shared with the rest of us. If you absolutely can not make class, please let me know BEFORE the regular class meeting. Other absences may affect your final grade. Of course, you are expected to catch up on any material covered during any class that you miss. I will come to class on time, with my cell phone turned off. I expect you to do the same. Academic HonestyThe course is governed by the UMass regulations and procedures regarding academic Standards, Cheating, Plagiarism, and the Documentation of Written Work as published in the Undergraduate catalog. Students caught cheating or plagiarizing will flunk the course and may have a description of the incident attached to his or her academic records. Don't do it. Course EvaluationCONNECT – Smartbook / Cases(10) – 2 points each. Each chapter has two short web based assignments to reinforce the chapter concepts. Smartbook is an adaptive tool that reinforces chapter concepts. Assignments are a short case study that focuses on one key concept from the chapter. These short exercises are automatically graded, and have a strict late penalty. MS-Office Simnet Labs (9) – 1 or 3 points each - 23 points total. Simnet is the “Show Me, Guide Me, Let Me Try” tool we will use to learn MS-Excel and MS-Access. We will be doing this work in the labs, and each week you will learn a new skill and have to submit a “Challenge Yourself” assignment. There are 5 Excel assignments, and 4 Access assignments – for each assignment, the Simbooks are worth 1 point each, and the Challenge Yourself is worth 2 points (note – 2 chapters do not have a challenge yourself). More detail will be provided in classIntroduction to Programming (1) – 2 points. Our last lab will be an Intro to Programming. In Dec 2013, a national initiative was launched to teach everyone what programming means. So far, 17 million people have tried it! We will be using to learn what computer programming is all about. Final Group Presentation – 10 points. In groups of three, you will be preparing a ten minute PowerPoint presentation on a relevant company or topic of your choosing. Assume the audience knows nothing about your topic and educate us. You will be evaluated on the powerpoint presentation, and the content of the presentation. Each member in the group will receive the same grade. Sample topics will be presented in class. Quizzes – 2 quizzes worth 10 points each. Final Exam – 20 points. This will be a CUMULATIVE final.Attendance/Participation – 5 points. Letter grades will be assigned based on the total number of points you have earned.Other Important InformationDisabilities: If you have a disability and feel you will need accommodations in order to complete course requirements, please contact the Ross Center for Disability Services at ext 77430.Broken ComputersA broken computer, lost file or uncooperative printer will not be accepted as an excuse. Practice good backup procedures for all your data. QuestionsWhen a systems project is behind, or experiencing some difficulty, it is always best to raise the issue as soon as possible. Likewise, I expect you to ask for help sooner, rather than later. I have a home phone, cell phone, office phone and check email frequently. Calendar – Agenda & AssignmentsWeek #/DateTuesday – Meet in ClassroomThursday – Meet in BLUE LabSubmit (by Fri 11pm)* EXCEL LABS DUE Mar 13 * * ACCESS LABS DUE Apr 17 *1 / Jan 28Intro to courseRead Chapter 1: Business Driven MISConnect – Ch1 (late OK)2 / Feb 4Read Chapter 2 - Decisions and Processes Excel Lab 1 – Basics Connect – Chapter 23 / Feb 11Read Chapter 3 – EBusinessExcel Lab 2 – Formatting Connect – Chapter 34 / Feb 18Read Online Appendix A – Hardware and SoftwareExcel Lab 3 – Formulas/FunctionsConnect -Appdx A5 / Feb 25Read Chapter 4 – Ethics and Information SecurityExcel Lab 4 – More Formatting(no challenge)Connect – Chapter 46 / Mar 3Review for QuizExcel Lab 5 – Charts7 / Mar 10Quiz – Chapters 1 – 4, Appendix AExcel Lab Catch Up / Mar 17****MARCH BREAK ******* NO CLASSES ***8 / Mar 24Read Chapter 5 – InfrastructuresAccess Lab 1 – IntroConnect – Chapter 59 / Mar 31Read Chapter 6 & Appendix CDatabases & Business IntelligenceAccess Lab 2 – TablesConnect – Chapter 610 / Apr 7Read Chapter 7 & Appendix B Networks: Mobile BusinessAccess Lab 3 – Forms/Reports(no challenge)Connect – Chapter 711 / Apr 14Read Chapter 8 – Enterprise ApplicationsAccess Lab 4 – Queries, AdvancedConnect – Chapter 812 / Apr 21Quiz – Chapter 5-8 & Appendix B, Lab13 / Apr 28Read Chapter 9 – Systems DevelopmentChpt 9 Cont’d / Powerpoint GroupsConnect – Chapter 914 / May 5Group PresentationsGroup Presentations15 / May 12Review for Final No ClassFinals WeekCumulative Final Date? May 19 or May 21 ................
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