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INFX 501 Concepts in Algorithmic Thinking for Information (1)
Presents programming concepts in the context of information science including the concepts of the algorithm, data storage, expressions, syntax, logic, objects, commands, and events. Introduces the algorithmic manipulation of information objects, and the mindset and methods of computer programming and application development. Credit/no credit only.
Instructor Course Description:
Darleen A. Clements
INFX 502 Database Concepts for Information Professionals (1)
Introduces the terminology and concepts of working with relational database management systems. Emphasizes working with tables and extracting information from data using Structures Query Language (SQL) commands and tools. Credit/ no credit only.
Instructor Course Description:
Robert E. Larson
Darleen A. Clements
INFX 503 Website Design Concepts for information Professionals (1)
Introduces the context and construction of websites presenting an integrated understanding of we design principles, information behavior, and technical skills. Emphasizes the roll of markup in information display and organization, the development of large sites, web strategy, and site construction. Credit/no credit only.
Instructor Course Description:
Darleen A. Clements
INFX 504 Networking and Network Applications for Information Professionals (1)
Introduces the concepts, terminology and technologies of digital networks, including how networks operate and the influence networks have on the workplace and society. Includes preparation to think critically about the impacts of networking technologies on organizations, work groups and information systems. Credit/no Credit only.
Instructor Course Description:
Robert E. Larson
Darleen A. Clements
INFX 531 Metadata Design (3)
Design principles of metadata schemas and application profiles -- implementation of interoperable application profiles using XML technology. Focuses on achieving syntactic and semantic interoperability among diverse metadata schemas and application profiles. Prerequisite: either LIS 530 or IMT 530; INFX 542; or instructor's permission.
INFX 532 Ontology Design (3)
Studies semantic interoperability among different metadata schemas and ontologies. Elaborates on concepts and technology related to Topic Maps, RDF Schema, and Web Ontology Language (OWL) to achieve advanced and semantic data modeling of complex data that exist in the real world. Prerequisite: INFX 531 or instructor's permission.
INFX 538 Metadata Design Studio (4)
Principles, skills and practices in the conceptualization and implementation of metadata systems with a focus on semantic web. Project-based exploration of domain and abstract data modeling, attribute/value space definition, and machine encoding decision. Prerequisite: either LIS 530 or IMT 530; INFX 542; or permission of instructor.
INFX 542 Information Structures Using XML (4)
Introduces the concepts and methods used to analyze, store, manage, and present information and navigation. Equal weight given to understanding structures and implementing them. Topics include information analysis and organizational methods as well as XML and metadata concepts and application. Prerequisite: INFX 503.
Instructor Course Description:
Robert B. Boiko
INFX 543 Relational Database Management Systems (4)
Introduction to relational database design and development theory, concepts and skills, including traditional transactional database theory, architecture, and implementation in a user-centered systems context using SQL. Introduces database modeling, security, and privacy issues. Prerequisite: INFX 502 or permission of instructor.
Instructor Course Description:
Robert E. Larson
INFX 594 Degree Research Project (3)
Includes analysis, design, completion, documentation, and presentation of a faculty-defined individual or group research project demonstrating professional-level knowledge and skills. Meets culminating experience Master's degree requirement. Credit/no credit only. Prerequisite: completion of 30 credits and advisor approval of an MLIS degree plan or completion of 38 MSIN core credits.
INFX 598 Special Topics (1-4, max. 30)
Introduces innovation and specialized topics relating to the study of information in any context.
Instructor Course Description:
Robert E. Larson
Terrence A Brooks
