UNIVERSITI UTARA MALAYSIA FACULTY OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

COURSE CODE COURSE PREREQUISITE

: STID 1013 : INFORMATION SYSTEM IN ORGANIZATION : NONE

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SYNOPSIS This course will introduce basic concepts of computer based information system, technical based of information system, system applications in organization, methods of system development and information system in community with the purpose of solving problems in the organization.

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OBJECTIVES At the end of this course, the students are expected to: 1. 2. 3. Understand the basic components of computer based information system (CBIS). Acquire knowledge skill to implement CBIS in solving organization managements problem Understand the concept Management information system (MIS).

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LEARNING OUTCOMES Upon completion of the course, students will be able to 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Identify basic components of computer based information system (CBIS). (C1,P1,A1) Explain various types of information system. (C2,P2,A3) Apply the fundamental concepts of CBIS in solving organizational managements problem. (C3,P2,A2) Apply the concept of electronic commerce for marketing the product in the organization. (C3,P2,A2) Choose an appropriate technology to be implemented in the organization. (C3,P1,A1)

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REFERENCES OBrien J.A., Marakas (2011). Management information system (10Th Edition). New Jersey: McGraw Hill. Haag, S., Cummings, M., & Phillips A., (2010). Management InformationSystems for the Information Age (8th Edition). Boston: McGraw Hill. Turban E., Rainer R.K. & Potter R.E.(2007). Introduction to Information Systems, Supporting and transforming business New Jersey: John Wiley & Sons Inc. Turban E., Rainer R.K. & Potter R.E.(2005). Introduction to Information Technology (3rd Edition), New Jersey: John Wiley & Sons Inc

Laudon, K. C. & Laudon, J. P.(2006). Management Information SystemsManaging The Digital farm (8th Edition). New Jersey: Prentice-Hall Inc.

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COURSE CONTENTS TOPICS

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HOURS

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1.1 Introduction to Information System Concept 1.1.1 To describe and distinguish data, information and knowledge 1.1.2 To describe the concept of system. 1.1.3 To describe the concept of CBIS. 1.1.4 To identify the various types of CBIS. 1.1.5 To explain the needs of learning Information System.

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Information System in Organization 2.1.1 To describe the organization concept (structure, culture and change) 2.1.2 To describe concepts of BPR, TQM, productivity, competitive advantage and strategic planning. 2.1.3 To identify future job prospect in IT field.

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Technical based Information System

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3.1.1 Hardware 3.1.1.1 To explain the concept of computer system (input, process, output). 3.1.1.2 To explain and distinguish different types of memory. 3.1.1.3 To identify types of main memory and its characteristics. 3.1.1.4 To identify different types of data. 3.1.1.5 To identify the category of computer system.

3.1.2 Software 3.1.2.1 To explain the basic concept of computer software. 3.1.2.2 To explain and distinguish between system software and application software. 3.1.2.3 To identify examples and services offered by system software and application software. 3.1.2.4 To identify the generation of programming languages. 3.1.2.5 To discuss current issues related to computer software. 3.1.3 Database 3.1.3.1 To explain the concept of data management. 3.1.3.2 To explain the concept of traditional filing system and its weaknesses. 3.1.3.3 To identify the two techniques of database storage. 3.1.3.4 To identify the steps in developing database. 3.1.3.5 To explain the hierarchy of data. 3.1.3.6 To identify the models of data. 3.1.3.7 To explain the concept of Database Management System. (DBMS). 3.1.4 Telecommunication and Network 3.1.4.1 To explain the concept of communication and telecommunication. 3.1.4.2 To explain the basic of network telecommunication. 3.1.4.3 To identify the telecommunication medium and signal.

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To explain and draw the network topology. To explain types of network.

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3.1.5 Internetworked E-business Enterprise 3.1.5.1 To explain and distinguish the concepts of Internet, Intranet and Extranet. 3.1.4.2 To explain the history and benefit of Internet, Intranet and Extranet. 3.1.4.3 To discuss the current issues related to the Internet. Application of information system in Organization 4.1.1 E-commerce 4.1.1.1 To explain the concept of Ecommerce application. 4.1.1.2 To identify the different types of transaction in ecommerce. 4.1.1.3 To identify the technology infrustructure of e-commerce. 4.1.1.4 To explain the methods of payment in e-commerce. 4.1.1.5 To explain the benefits and threats of e-commerce. 4.1.2 Problem solving through information system 4.1.2.1 To explain the concept of problem solving. 4.1.2.2 To explain the concept of Management Information System (MIS), Decision Support System (DSS) and Executive Information System (EIS). 4.1.2.3 To explain the concept of Artificial Intelligent 4.1.2.4 To identify the application of Artificial Intelligent in various field.

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Methods of System Development 5.1.1 To explain the general concept of system development. 5.1.2 To explain the phases involved in System Development Life Cycle (SDLC).

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Alternative methods to SDLC 5.2.1 To explain the concept alternative methods to SDLC (Prototype, Rapid Application Development (RAD), development by end user, CASE Tools). 5.2.2 To explain the concept of outsourcing 5.2.3 To apply and demonstrate the functions of the above methods being an alternative to SDLC.

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Tools for system planning and analysis 6.1.1 To explain and apply the concept of Entity Relationship Diagram (ERD), Data Flow Diagram (DFD) and Flow chart in problem solving. 6.1.2 To apply the concept of PERT diagram and Gantt chart in system development planning.

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Information System and Society 7.1.1 To discuss current issues related to information security in terms of law, social and ethical perspectives. 7.1.2 To identify computer crimes. 7.1.3 To explain the concept and purpose of information system auditing.

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Management of Information Technology 8.1.1 To explain the concept of Information Resource Management (IRM) 8.1.2 Identify several cultural, political, and geoeconomic in the management of global information technologies. 8.1.3 Explain the effect on global business/IT strategy of the trend toward a transnational business strategy by international business organizations 8.1.4 Understand the fundamental concepts of outsourcing and offshoring

TOTAL HOURS

42

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TEACHING METHOD This course will be taught through lectures and discussions.

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COURSE EVALUATION Coursework Final Examination : 60/100 : 40/100