Course Curriculum

    1. Course Overview and Learning Outcomes

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    1. Learning Objectives

    2. Introduction

    3. Ch 1.1: Defining Information Systems

    4. Quiz 1.1

    5. Ch 1.2: The Role of Information Systems

    6. Quiz 1.2

    7. Ch 1.3: Competitive Advantage

    8. Quiz 1.3

    9. Summary

    10. Reference Videos

    1. Learning Objectives

    2. Introduction

    3. Ch 2.1: Understanding Digital Devices and Binary Systems

    4. Quiz 2.1

    5. Ch 2.2: Tour of a PC

    6. Quiz 2.2

    7. Ch 2.3: Overview of Information Systems Hardware and Computing Devices

    8. Quiz 2.3

    9. Summary

    10. Reference VIdeos

    1. Learning Objectives

    2. Introduction

    3. Ch 3.1: Types of Software

    4. Quiz 3.1

    5. Ch 3.2: Comprehensive Overview of Software Types and Enterprise Applications

    6. Quiz 3.2

    7. Ch 3.3: Application in Modern Computing

    8. Quiz 3.3

    9. Summary

    10. Reference Videos

    1. Learning Objectives

    2. Introduction

    3. Ch 4.1: Understanding Data, Information, Knowledge, and Big Data in Information Systems

    4. Quiz 4.1

    5. Ch 4.2: Understanding Data, Databases, and Information Systems

    6. Quiz 4.2

    7. Ch 4.3: Designing and Implementing a Database

    8. Quiz 4.3

    9. Ch 4.4: Overview of Database Management Systems (DBMS) and Structured Query Language (SQL)

    10. Quiz 4.4

    11. Ch 4.5: Understanding Data Management, and Business Intelligence

    12. Quiz 4.5

    13. Summary

    14. Reference Videos

    1. Learning Objectives

    2. Introduction

    3. Ch 5.1: A Brief History of the Internet

    4. Quiz 5.1

    5. Ch 5.2: The Evolution and Impact of High-Speed Internet and Wireless Networking Technologies

    6. Quiz 5.2

    7. Ch 5.3: Networking in Organizations: LANs, WANs, and Beyond

    8. Quiz 5.3

    9. Summary

    10. Reference Videos

About this course

  • 130 lessons
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    General Questions

  • Is there any time commitment we have to give?

    With UPI, you determine your own level of time commitment. You can move through coursework quickly or slow down your pace.

  • Are there exams? How is the course grading done?

    YES, there are exams—held online on our platform and are proctored. Your course grade distribution is:

    • 25% Attendance
    • 25% Quiz
    • 25% Assignments
    • 25% Final Exam

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  • Will there be hand holding to help transfer courses?

    Yes, that is what differentiates UPI. With each student their advisor will guide them on how to move forward.