LB102 Introduction to Computer Information Systems

This lab introduces computer information systems concepts and terminology as well as foundational mathematics. It develops analytic and logical thinking and prepares students to take graduate-level courses in computer information systems and health informatics. The lab starts with the fundamentals of computing systems, including hardware and software, and then addresses the processes for designing and building computing systems, including systems analysis and project management. Relational database technology is introduced including beginning SQL. Lastly, students are introduced to software development and receive an introduction to the basics of the Java programming language. The lab reviews the mathematics upon which computing systems are founded including number systems, set theory, algebra, and functions.