IS231: Information Systems-2 Course Overview Lecture 0: Course Overview Information Systems Department

Course Objectives Understand how information systems are enabling new forms of commerce between individuals, organizations, and governments. Be aware of emerging technologies that enable new forms of communication, collaboration, and partnering. Briefly understand the basics of how various types of information systems provide the information needed to gain business intelligence to support the decision making for the different levels and functions of the organization. Understand how enterprise systems foster stronger relationships with customers and suppliers and how these systems are widely used to enforce organizational structures and processes. Understand how organizations develop and acquire information systems and technologies. Understand how to secure information systems resources, focusing on both human and technological safeguards Information Systems Department 12-Oct-18

Assessment Dues Due date Marks LECTURES (60%) Quiz 1( 5 % ) Week 4 - Sun 8/10/2017 5 Mid1 ( 15 %) Week 7 - Sun 22/10/2017 15 Quiz 2( 5 % ) Week 10 - Sun 12/11/2017 Mid2 ( 15 % ) Week 12 – Sun 26/11/2017  15 Project ( 20 % ) Week 14 20 FINAL (40%) Final ( 40 % ) After week 15 40 Total 100 Information Systems Department 12-Oct-18

Main Reference Text Book: “Fundamentals of Information Systems”, by George Reynolds and Ralph M. Stair, 7th Edition, Course Technology, Cengage Learning. Information Systems Department 12-Oct-18

Course Contact Information You will find your instructor’s contact information in the course’s website Make an appointment by email to see me except during consultation time Information Systems Department 12-Oct-18

Course Website You will find : You have to check the website daily Announcements Lectures Homework Assignments and projects Grades Instructors information You have to check the website daily Information Systems Department 12-Oct-18

Course Communication Use Email if you want to ask any question BUT you have to include your name, ID, and section No and should be sent from your PNU email to get a reply Questions are encouraged during lectures Raising hands Discussion/collaboration (not copying) among students are encouraged Group study Information Systems Department 12-Oct-18

Exam Rules Quiz , Midterm , and Homework 12-Oct-1812-Oct-18 Information Systems Department 12-Oct-1812-Oct-18

Quiz Exam Rules Students who are absent on Quiz exam day due to any reasons will get ZERO Not allowed to duplicate quiz1 mark for quiz 2 Or quiz2 mark for quiz1. Each one will be marked separately. You can review your Quiz paper during the consultation hours within one week from releasing the marks. You have to attend the quiz with your section ONLY. Information Systems Department 12-Oct-18

Midterm Exam Rules Exams will cover materials from the textbook, as well as material presented in the class. You can review your midterm paper during the consultation hours within one (1) week from releasing the marks. Students who are absent on Midterm exam day due to illness are required to bring a signed medical excuse letter. It is the student’s responsibility to contact the instructor if the midterm exam was missed within one (1) week following the scheduled exam date You have to attend the Midterm with your section ONLY. Information Systems Department 12-Oct-18

Makeup Exam Rules Make-up Exam will be on week 14. Make-up exams will be offered for valid reasons ONLY signed by the head of the department. Make-up exams may be different from regular exams in content and format ( Longer and more theoretical) Students who are absent on Make-up exam day due to any reasons will get ZERO Information Systems Department 12-Oct-18

Homework and Project Rules No late submissions AT ALL !! Copying from previous sheets or another student will result in a ZERO mark for all involved students Make sure you participate in all project phases ( Discussion) Information Systems Department 12-Oct-18

Important Information Attendance will be taken by the end of the class. If you are absent for a reason it is your responsibility to submit your sick leave by the next class. You have to check your attendance regularly. Student will not be allowed to enter the final exam if the proportion of unexcused absence from lectures and practical lessons is 25%. ( حرمان ) عدد ساعات الاتصال للمقرر الإنذار الأول 10% الإنذار الثاني 20% الحرمان 25% أربع ساعات أسبوعياً 6 أو أكثر 12 أو أكثر 15  أو أكثر Information Systems Department 12-Oct-18

Important Information Please bring along your lecture material every class (Hard copy or soft copy). You have to take note during the lecture. Talking during the lectures is not allowed. Give RESPECT , Get RESPECT Mobiles are not allowed to be used in class at all. Therefore, please keep it off or silent during class time. Not allowed to take picture AT ALL. No Food or drinks inside the class. Return your seat and clean your desk when leaving. Information Systems Department 12-Oct-18

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