IS112 Computer Organization and Programming Professor Catherine Dwyer Fall 2003

IS112 - Computer Organization Agenda Introductions Syllabus Class Schedule Blackboard web site Technical knowledge and the IS professional Assignment for next class

IS112 - Computer Organization Catherine Dwyer Lecturer IS Dept. Full time since Fall 2000 Other classes taught: CS121, CS122, CIS101, IS112 (now), IS223, IS323, IS396E (Java), IS660Z(Programming Games Using VB) Lead developer for Web Assisted CIS101 (2002) Revision Chair for IS Undergraduate curriculum (2003) Co-author with Dr. Jeanine Meyer of Programming Games With Visual Basic, Course Technology, 2001

IS112 - Computer Organization My IS Background MS in CS (Pace), enrolled in IS PhD program at NJIT Two daughters, 12th and 6th grade Prior Experience: Programmer/Analyst at NYC investment bank, Technology Coordinator at Graphics Design Firm Husband journalist with The New York Times Hobbies: reading, bike riding, swimming, cooking You?

IS112 - Computer Organization Syllabus and schedule Overview of course requirements and assignments CS/IS Student Statement of Responsibilities

IS112 - Computer Organization Assignments and Grading Regular homework (based on readings and class discussion) Team presentation (simple machine) Research paper and presentation Midterm and final

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IS112 - Computer Organization IS112 & Blackboard Reading schedule & list of assignments Submit homework Discussion forums Online reading assignments If Blackboard is unavailable documents can be obtained at

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IS112 - Computer Organization Role of IS Professional Research, recommend, develop, install, configure, and maintain information technology (IT) based solutions to business and organizational needs

IS112 - Computer Organization Examples of IT Solutions Two case studies: Webvan Walmart

IS112 - Computer Organization Conclusions IT essential to success of modern organizations Can make or break a company Poor choices lead to bankruptcy Wise choices enhance competitive edge

IS112 - Computer Organization IS Professional Role Good advice is crucial This requires Complete understanding of fundamental business goals of your company Current and complete knowledge of potential technical solutions

IS112 - Computer Organization Walmart vs. Webvan Do online readings (Blackboard, Assignments week 01) Analyze why one IT solution was a spectacular success, while the other was a colossal failure Prepare to discuss your opinion next class

IS112 - Computer Organization BS and BBA IS Curriculum How does IS 112 fit into IS curriculum? What should you get out of taking IS 112?

IS112 - Computer Organization IS 112 Course Goals Students will develop technical research, analysis, and communication skills Research – where/how to find information? Analysis – is information unbiased and accurate? Communication – organize and synthesize your findings and present to a non- technical audience

IS112 - Computer Organization IS Accreditation National IS organization has created criteria and standards for an IS degree Document available at Accredited programs provide higher quality and consistency Pace was first program in US to obtain accreditation

IS112 - Computer Organization IS’ Description (IS112) Covers hardware/software technology background in order to understand tradeoffs in computer architecture within a business environment IS professional: understand business requirements, research technology options, describe and recommend solutions

IS112 - Computer Organization IS Topics Hardware: CPU architecture, memory, registers, addressing modes, busses, instruction sets, multi processors versus single processors; peripheral devices: hard disks, CDs, video display monitors, device controllers, input/output; operating systems functions and types; operating system modules: processes, process management, memory and file system management; examples of hardware architectures; examples of operating systems; installation and configuration of multiuser operating systems.

IS112 - Computer Organization Homework Week 01 online readings Post to “Welcome” forum in Discussion Board

IS112 - Computer Organization Next class Your analysis of Walmart vs. Webvan Information requirements for IS professional Evaluating Internet based research Chapter 01 in Burd text