• The Bachelor of Business Administration in Computers in Business

  • Objectives

  • Requirements for the Bachelor in Business Administration in
    Computers in Business                     

  • Courses required by the College

  • Courses required for the Major in Computers in Business

  • Major elective courses

  • Curriculum sequence for the Bachelor of Business Administration in
    computers in Business

  • Course description                   

COURSES REQUIRED FOR THE MAJOR IN COMPUTERS IN BUSINESS

MAJOR ELECTIVE COURSES

CURRICULUM SEQUENCE FOR THE BACHELOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
IN COMPUTERS IN BUSINESS

FIRST YEAR

SECOND YEAR

THIRD YEAR

FOURTH YEAR

COURSE DESCRIPTION

COMP. 117 - Introduction to Computers

This course provides the student with an up-to-date vision of computer principles applied to data
processing. A synthesis of the different systems and data processing methods will be discussed in the classroom. The student will acquire knowledge in operating systems and computer applications such as: Word Processing, Data Base, Electronic Worksheet and Electronic Graphics. The course entails one day in the classroom and one day in the computer laboratory.

3 hours, 1 semester, 3 credits

The student learns about the general concepts of electronic data processing and its relation to
business activities. Includes the use of general concepts of BASIC programming language and its business applications. The course entails one day in the classroom and one day in the
computer laboratory.

3 hours, 1 semester, 3 credits

DBASE programming. Emphasis on the importance and use of this language as a tool for the
solution of typical business problems. The course entails one day in the classroom and one
day in the laboratory.

2 hours, 1 semester, 2 credits

Provides a synthesis of programming tools and techniques for the development of computer
programs in RPG language. Emphasis is given to electronic data processing in business, working on programs related to payroll, production reports, accounting systems, and inventory control.  Entails one day inf the classroom and one day in the computer laboratory.

2 hours, 1 semester, 2 credits

Provides an analysis of programming tools and techniques for the development of COBOL
programs. The course includes language interactions, disk files, mathematical applications,
conditions, arrays, tables, control break, interactive processes and others. Payroll applications,
accounting systems, and production reports are coded. Entails one day in the classroom and
one day in the computer laboratory.

3 hours, 1 semester, 3 credits

Provides emphasis in concepts for programming PASCAL. The course will cover the solution of
problems in PASCAL and the process to develop, execute and compile programs will be
explained. Simple application programs will be carried out. Entails one day in the classroom and one day in the computer laboratory.

2 hrs., 1 semester, 2 credits

The course provides the student with the basic knowledge to use an electronic worksheet in the
solution of business-related problems. The course entails creation, order, and classification of
data; graphics and projections. Entails one day in the classroom and one day in the 
computer laboratory.

2 hours, 1 semester, 2 credits

The fundamentals and general concepts of the C Language will be included, and their application in business activities. Also involves discussion of the basic instructions and commands of the language, using formulae and commercial application. A business-mathematics approach will be applied to Economic, Financial, Managerial, and Statistical concepts.  The course entails one day in the classroom and one day in the computer laboratory.

2 hours, 1 semester, 2 credits

Involves the study of the procedure and techniques to modify computer or manual
systems. Includes the use and preparation of flowchart, screens, reports, and file design. Also
includes the functions of systems analyst and other general concepts of analysis and design of
computer systems. Entails one day in the classroom and one day in the computer laboratory.

3 hours, 1 semester, 3 credits

Emphasis on the concept that computer systems are a set of hardware that performs operations essential for data processing. Techniques employed by operating systems to improve hardware efficiency are discussed. Techniques include: operating system functions, hardware and process management, concept of networking, distributed systems, virtual memory and others. In-depth analysis of an operating system as a software interface between computer system hardware and the application program of the computer users. Laboratory.

3 hours, 1 semester, 3 credits

Emphasis on the study and design of the different possible communication networks for electronic data processing systems. Includes analysis of the effectiveness and uses of these networks in business operations, especially centralized and decentralized systems. Research project required. 

2 hours, 1 semester, 2 credits

An in-depth analysis of applications systems, requiring the definition of reports, program files,
and specifications. Portions of the system will be programmed as a requirement. Entails one
day in the classroom and one day in the computer laboratory.

3 hours, 1 semester, 3 credits

Includes the discussion of basic concepts and terms of an information system in a business agency and how these influence the decision making in the establishment of policies. Discussion of computer-based systems that provide both data-processing capacity and needed information for managerial decision-making. Emphasis on elimination of data redundancy and systems integration. Entails one day in the classroom and one day in the computer laboratory.

3 hours, 1 semester, 3 credits

COMP 494 PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMMING EXPERIENCE USING C

The course provides students with the opportunity to demonstrate proficiency using the programming language C.  Minimum requirements includes a year of uninterrupted experience in one or all of the following areas:

     1.     Statistical programming

     2.     Finance programming

     3.     Managerial programming

     4.     Economy programming

     5.     File creation and manipulation

     6.     Modification and/or revision of existing applications

     7.     Designing and programming interactive screens

     8.     Program documentation

     9.     End-user support training

1 semester,  3 credits

COMP 495 PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMMING EXPERIENCE USING RPG

The course provides students the opportunity to demonstrate proficiency using the programming language RPG.  Minimum requirements includes a year of uninterrupted experience in one or all of the following areas:

     1.     Payroll programming

     2.     Production programming

     3.     Accounting and inventory control programming

     4.     Modification and/or revision of existing applications

     5.     Designing and programming interactive input and output screens

     6.     Program documentation

     7.     End-user support training

1 semester,  3 credits

COMP 496 PROGRAMMING EXPERIENCE WITH COBOL

The course provides students with the opportunity to demonstrate proficiency using the programming language COBOL.  Minimum requirements includes a year of uninterrupted experience in one or all of the following areas:

      1.    File creation and maintenance

      2.    Payroll programming

      3.    Accounting programming

      4.    Production programming

      5.    Modification and/or revision of existing applications

      6.    Designing and programming interactive input and output screens

      7.    Experience working with complicated and complex mathematical equations and  

      8.    Programming arrays processing and table handling

      9.    Program documentation 

     10.   End-user support training

     11.   File maintenance with sorting concepts

1 semester,  3 credtis

COMP. 498 - Computers in Business Internship
Requisite: The student must be in his/her last semester with a minimum general
                   point average of 2.500 and a minimum major grade point average of 3.0.

The course offers practical experience in the computer field. The student will spend 15 hours per week in a real working environment where he/she will receive reinforcement of skills and
knowledge obtained in the classroom.

195 hours, 1 semester, 2 credits

Includes an analysis and discussion of problem-situations encountered during the internship.
Reading and reports on special projects in computers will also be discussed. The group meets
one hour per week.

15 hours, 1 semester, 1 credit