IST 402 - Emerging Issues and Technologies

Summer 2013, Section 001 - 3.0 Credits
Schedule Number 151687

Important Dates

Reg Period: 2/4/2013 - 5/20/2013
First Day of Class: 5/13/2013
End of Class: 8/7/2013

Course Description

Introduction to emerging issues, technology forecasting and analysis; overview of emerging issues and leading technologies in IST and how they impact information systems, users, the IT labor force and society.

Strong writing skills are recommended for this course. If English is not your native language, it is important that you read additional information regarding English language proficiency before registering for this course.

Prerequisites

IST 210 IST 220

Sample Course Syllabus

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Costs and Fees

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This course will be included in your semester bill.

Remarks

Course structure and lesson information may vary from the sample syllabus. Group work is required. For students who plan to graduate this semester, please communicate your intent to graduate with your instructor. This will alert your instructor to the need to submit your final grade in time to meet the published graduation deadlines.  

Schedule This Course

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Material Requirements

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Material Title	Edition	Author	ISBN	Source
Information Storage and Management: Storing, Managing, and Protecting Digital Information		EMC	9780470294215	MBS

Technical Requirements

Requires: Standard World Campus computer tech specs are assumed for this course. A Webcam, mic, or camera is optional for use with Adobe Connect for virtual office hours or to interact with classmates at a distance.

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Software Requirements

Requires: The most current Flash Player is needed to view course materials. Microsoft Silverlight will need to be installed to view the MediaSite recording of the lectures. Standard World Campus computer tech specs, access, and use are assumed for this course including: access to the web and utilization of Microsoft Office. Your instructor will let you know about requirements for open source software. You will need the most current Flash Player to view course materials. You will need Microsoft Silverlight to be installed to view the MediaSite recordings of the lectures. Optionally, you can use Adobe Connect for virtual office hours or to interact with classmates at a distance.

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