Courses
IST 210 - Database Theory & Design
The objective of IST 210 is to provide an introduction to the storage, retrieval, manipulation, analysis and display of information. This course includes an introduction to data structures, physical storage devices and access, database models and database management systems architectures, database analysis and design, query languages, user interface design, database administration and policy and social concerns in data management.
IST 220 - Networking & Telecommunications
IST 220 is an introduction to digital networking and telecommunications and their applications in information systems. Special attention will be paid to evolving Internet Protocol (IP) technologies.
IST 230 - Discrete Mathematics
The purpose of IST 230 is to provide students with an understanding of an array of mathematical concepts and methods which form the foundation of modern information science, in a form that will be relevant and useful for IST students. IST 230 will draw some of its material from several mathematical disciplines: formal language theory, mathematical logic, discrete mathematics.
IST 240 - Object Oriented Programming
The primary goal of this course is to study the foundations underlying the design, specification and use of a wide variety of language paradigms used to interact with computers. IST 240 focuses specifically on the design of object oriented applications through a study of the Java programming language.
IST 301 - Organizational Structures
Overview of organizational structures and functions. Includes information processing and analytic perspectives of organizations.
IST 302 - Project Management
Exploration and application of the basic concepts, methodologies, and tools of project management in the field of information sciences and technology.
IST 331 - User Interface Design
An overview of the topics related to the design, usability, and function of user interface design in information systems.
IST 402 - Storage Networking
A course in the fundamentals and industry practices of modern storage networks. Special attention is placed on Storage Area Networks and related technologies.
IST 420 - Fundamentals of Systems and Enterprise Integration
IST 420 focuses on introducing the student to the role of information systems and technologies in achieving a variety of system goals. Emphasis will be placed on the theories and skills required for planning, developing, implementing, and managing the integration of information technology and different systems.
IST 440W - IST Integration & Problem Solving
This course is the undergraduate capstone for Information Sciences and Technology majors in the Baccalaureate degree. It requires students to work collaboratively in teams of 4-6 students, with each team comprised of students from more than one option and, if possible, more than one campus. Each team is given a significant real-world problem or issue in which information technology is part of the solution. Teams will be expected to manage the project effectively and to communicate its results clearly to a variety of audiences within an organization.
*Descriptions of courses are from the Pennsylvania State University Course Registry. Available: http://schedule.psu.edu.