COSC 605 Human Factors in Computing Systems (Course Syllabus)

When computing systems are not easy to use, or do not take into account the needs of the users, users tend to reject these systems. Human-Computer Interaction is the study of how people/humans/users interact with computers. In this course, you will learn about:

• the factors that contribute to a successful user experience with information technology
• the basic rules/guidelines for designing user-friendly system interface
• the methods for effectively collecting user requirement
• the methods for effectively evaluating information systems

CIS 379 Systems Analysis and Design (Course Syllabus)

This course is designed to guide students through the stages of the evolution of data processing systems, including analyses of present information flow, system specifications, interface design, equipment selection, and implementation of the system to provide an understanding of the skills and knowledge needed for effective use of data processing equipment in meeting information needs. 

CIS 475 Analysis and Design for Web Sites (Course Syllabus)

The purpose of this course is to learn about the process of analysis and design for the World Wide Web. This course will take a user-centered approach to designing web sites. This course will focus on the entire lifecycle of a web site, from the idea of creating a web site, through requirements gathering, conceptual design, physical design, testing, and implementation.

CIS 435 Human Computer Interaction (Course Syllabus)

The course provides an introduction to human factors related to the design of information systems. The emphasis is on the human component of Human-Computer Interaction (HCI). When information systems are not easy to use, or do not take into account the needs of the users, users tend to reject these systems. Human-Computer Interaction is the study of how people/humans/users interact with computers. In this course, you will learn about the factors that contribute to a successful user experience with information technology.

COSC 111 Information Technology for Business (Course Syllabus)

Introduction to the use of information technology to retrieve, filter, process, classify, sort, and evaluate data and information in a business environment. Problem solving, creative thinking, effective communication, team building, and professional ethics within an information systems framework. Team-based case studies will be utilized and labs
covering library information systems, e-mail, web/Internet, word processing, presentation software, spreadsheets, and databases will be emphasized in the course.