IS 752 - Issues in the Current Technical Environment

(3 units)

Current technical issues related to the business use of information systems, emphasizing leading technologies in networking, telecommunications, hardware, software, and security product offerings.

Prerequisite(s): IS 301.

Grading Basis: Graded
Units of Lecture: 3
Offered: Every Spring

Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. describe current technology issues and trends related to the business use of information systems.
2. evaluate information technologies as strategic assets for an organization.
3. examine hardware and software innovations for their potential business value.
4. research specific technologies and evaluate their potential capabilities and value.
5. describe and understand technology trends for specific industries like health care.
6. describe legal and ethical issues facing the IS industry.
7. evaluate the current state of security and privacy related to information systems.

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