Conference Session

POTPOURRI

Collection

2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Guy Johnson, Rochester Institute of Technology; Brian Tomaszewski, RIT

Tagged Divisions

Information Systems

students to achieve maximum successes in their careers or research disciplines.Background technologies and the anticipated future of the fieldGeospatial Technologies (GTs) have evolved from initial beginnings as simple computer-basedmap making tools to complex visual and computational environments. GTs are used world-wide in diverse application domains ranging from community planning to the exploration ofouter space. The increased use of GTs has led the development of new tools, techniques andtheory that have imbued GTs with new forms of geographic visualization, support for spatialthinking, and opportunities for research and education. It is an exciting time for GT researchand education. Industry standard, commercial desktop Geographic

Conference Session

Emerging Information Technologies

Collection

2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Michael Bailey, Brigham Young University; Joseph Ekstrom, Brigham Young University

Tagged Divisions

Information Systems

MySQL providing dynamic HTML capabilities.This has had many benefits to student learning, forcing students to become familiar with remoteaccess to hardware via command-line, file transfer, and other similar concepts that are commonto commercial web development.Since the virtualization system used allows good performance with over 200 lightly loadedvirtual servers on a single hardware server, we have allowed students to retain their virtualservers throughout their academic careers, and to use them to serve their own non-commercialweb pages. This has promoted additional independent and service learning opportunities forstudents. Students have hosted web sites for nonprofit or church organizations, family groups,and have developed portfolio

Conference Session

Curricular Issues in Computer-Oriented Programs

Collection

2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kyle Lutes, Purdue University; Alka Harriger, Purdue University; Jack Purdum, Purdue University

Tagged Divisions

Information Systems

appointment at Purdue, Kyle worked for 16 years as a software engineer and developed systems for such industries as banking, telecommunications, publishing, healthcare, athletic recruiting, retail, and pharmaceutical sales.Alka Harriger, Purdue University Alka Harriger joined the faculty of the Computer and Information Technology Department (CIT) in 1982 and is currently a Professor of CIT and Assistant Department Head. Professor Harriger's current interests include reducing the IT gender gap, web application development, and service learning. Since January 2008, she has been leading the NSF-ITEST SPIRIT project that seeks to rekindle enthusiasm for information technology disciplines as a career

Conference Session

POTPOURRI

Collection

2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Afsaneh Minaie, Utah Valley University; Kirk Love, Utah Valley University; Paymon Sanati-Mehrizy, University of Pennsylvania; Reza Sanati-Mehrizy, Utah Valley University

Tagged Divisions

Information Systems

have continued to decline12, 13. More recent studies have begun tooutline fundamental differences in the ways young women think versus the thinking process ofyoung men with regard to their careers, contributions to society, fundamental views oftechnology, and motivations behind choices and education 8, 11. Page 15.1020.2A young woman’s view of computers and their usage is much different from that of a youngman’s. Experience also differs significantly between young women and men entering college5,10 . Usage of computers in areas such as word processing is similar for boys and girls enteringcollege5. However, a higher percentage of boys entering

Conference Session

Curricular Issues in Computer-Oriented Programs

Collection

2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Akram Al-Rawi, McKendree University; Azzedine Lansari, Zayed University

Tagged Divisions

Information Systems

is designed for students who seek to develop their problem-solving andanalytical skills. Degree candidates in engineering, mathematics and science, as well as workingprofessionals who wish to advance their careers or gain certification are attracted by the depth ofthis curriculum. The CCNA Exploration curriculum is designed to be integrated into varioustechnology curricula or programs offered at postsecondary institutions such as technical schools,colleges, and universities. In this paper the content of classical networking textbooks, includingwell established reference books1, 2, 3, are reviewed for the purpose of developing an effectivenetworking curriculum. Various objectives of the Cisco networking academy, which is a set ofwell

Conference Session

IT-based Instructional Technologies

Collection

2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Yi-Cheng Chen, Meiho Institute of Technology; Yi-Chien Lin, Meiho Institute of Technology; Ron Chuen Yeh, Meiho Institute of Technology, Taiwan; Kuo-Hung Tseng, Meiho Institute of Technology

Tagged Divisions

Information Systems

each of the course in their formal education, are now familiar with aboutit as well as how practical the topic will be in their career. The research findings may beinstrumental for e-commerce training programs, licensing bodies, departments and curriculumdesigners in field of software engineering. The results of this study can provide usefulsuggestions to help software engineers for selecting the suitable and right learning courses aswell as to act as practicable guidelines for EC curriculum planning and development.Keywords: software engineer, e-commerce, EC education, curriculum development, knowledge topicIntroductionWith the invention of World Wide Web (WWW) by 1990, the global network is applied tovariety of domains. The digital

Conference Session

Curricular Issues in Computer-Oriented Programs

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Sohail Anwar, Pennsylvania State University-Altoona College; Jungwoo Ryoo, Pennsylvania State University-Altoona College; Harpal Dhillon, Excelsior College; David Barnes, Pennsylvania State University-Altoona College

Tagged Divisions

Information Systems

, Criminal Justice, or Liberal Arts degrees with a setof courses that can be used as an individualized option or focus in their major. It also offers ameaningful information systems credential that can lead to improved career opportunities.Academic institutions can play a valuable leadership role in promoting information security andbecome an important partner, particularly to small and medium-sized organizations, that do nothave all the resources generally available to larger organizations.Design and Implementation of the Information Security Certificate ProgramThe curricular design process used to develop the above mentioned set of courses somewhatfollowed the steps proposed in [4] and [5]. These steps are listed as follows:STEP 1. Identify job

Conference Session

Curricular Issues in Computer-Oriented Programs

Collection

2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Afsaneh Minaie, Utah Valley University; Reza Sanati-Mehrizy, Utah Valley University

Tagged Divisions

Information Systems

been to provide a qualityprogram that meets accreditation standards while providing the students with a skill set thatallows them to succeed in computing careers. The curriculum content for the Computer Sciencedegree is based on the 2001 ACM Curriculum Report. The Computer Science degree at UVUwas accredited by Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) in 2002 andcurrently has more than 600 students. Students in this program take core courses until the firstsemester of their junior year, when they begin choosing their electives from differentspecialization areas.Capstone Design CoursesAccording to Computing Curriculum – Computer Engineering (CE2004)3, the culminatingdesign experience must be an integral part of the

Conference Session

DB & Information Integration

Collection

2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ronald Glotzbach, Purdue University; Nathan Bingham, Purdue University; Meiqi Ren, Purdue University; Dorina Mordkovich, Purdue University

Tagged Divisions

Information Systems

Comparison.Season LevelOnce a team is created in e-Stadium it is associated with the next level, the season. The season isindependent of the team, but when coupled with a team allows data such as rosters and schedulesfor a particular team to be tracked over a season. Schedules and player/coach rosters are createdby tying games back to a team/season combination. A new instance of a player or coach iscreated for each season, so individual season statistics can be tied back to a particular player. Theplayer’s statistics over a career can be tracked by this association back to a team.Game LevelAs stated earlier, games are grouped by a team/season combination. For statistical purposes, thegames are divided up into drives, plays, scoring drives, overall-game

Conference Session

Security

Collection

2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Tim Lin, California State Polytechnic University-Pomona; Saeed Monemi, California State Polytechnic University-Pomona

Tagged Divisions

Information Systems

impacts. Have the common sense and knowthe basic procedures to protect the computer from the general attacks. Able to perceive if somesecurity of the computer is compromised.Stage 2: Hands On Capabilities and Experience: able to use the tools, emulate attacks ordefenses, develop software / devices for attack / defense.Stage 3: Professionalism: know the different issues of security such as legal, social, economic,ethical, etc., achieve the technical level of professionals, pursue a career in this profession,conduct professionally (ethically, such as ethical hacking).Most books or courses on security education cover stage 1: statement of knowledge which makesthe students aware of the security issues. It is good for the students to achieve stage 2

Conference Session

Emerging Information Technologies

Collection

2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Susan Miertschin, University of Houston; Cheryl Willis, University of Houston

Tagged Divisions

Information Systems

AC 2010-1447: AN EXPERIENCE WITH CLOUD COMPUTING IN THECLASSROOMSusan Miertschin, University of Houston Susan L. Miertschin is an Associate Professor in Computer Information Systems at the University of Houston. She began her career in higher education teaching applied mathematics for engineering technology students. She demonstrated consistent interest in the application of information and communication technologies to instruction. This interest plus demonstrated depth of knowledge of computer applications and systems caused her to change her teaching focus to computer information systems in 2000. Recently, she has completed graduate course work in the area of Medical Informatics in order

Conference Session

Curricular Issues in Computer-Oriented Programs

Collection

2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Phil Rawles, Purdue University; Anthony Smith, Purdue University; Raymond Hansen, Purdue University; Jeffrey Sprankle, Purdue University

Tagged Divisions

Information Systems

, malware and SPAMcontrol, the continued evolution in wireless networks, and support for new applicationdevelopment and deployment models keep IT educators busy ensuring their courses andcurricula are kept in sync with changes in the industry.In addition to changes in the industry, there are changes in the student body. Today’s students aremuch more technology savvy than those entering the program just five years ago. These studentsare also taking internships earlier in their college careers, creating a need to ensure they areprepared for these earlier industrial experience opportunities.As part of our ongoing continuous improvement process the faculty in the Department ofComputer and Information Technology at Purdue University has recently

Conference Session

Curricular Issues in Computer-Oriented Programs

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Denise Bauer, Pennsylvania State University, University Park; Gül Okudan, Pennsylvania State University

Tagged Divisions

Information Systems

isbecause students already know how to use IM and do not feel they need to be instructed on itsuse, but the students rated email and the phone as extremely important. This indicates that thestudents do not see how IM would be beneficial to group work or how it may benefit them intheir careers. Examples of IM use in industry may demonstrate to the students that IM is indeed askill they will need to master to become World-Class Engineers.Although the students do not believe IM may be an important method of group communication,they do feel it is just as efficient as email and the phone. These findings may indicate thatstudents feel they can use IM to get work done in a timely manner through all these methods, orthat email and the phone have their

Conference Session

Curricular Issues in Computer-Oriented Programs

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Azzedine Lansari, Zayed University; Akram Al-Rawi, Zayed University; Abdallah Tubaishat, Zayed Univeristy; Faouzi Bouslama, Université Laval

Tagged Divisions

Information Systems

Credits Semester 1 Semester 2 COL 110 Computer Applications 3 COL 105 Career Exploration 2 COL 120 Colloquium 3 COL 111 Explorations in Mathematics 3 COL 130 Arabic Concepts 3 CIT 125 Discovering IT 2 Year 1 COL 140 English Composition I 3 Menu I Comparative Professional Systems 2 COL 150 Global Studies I 3 COL 135 Islamic Civilization I 3 COL 145

Conference Session

Laboratory and Internship Innovations in IT/IS

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Shelton Houston, University of Southern Mississippi; Billy Walters, University of Southern Mississippi; Tulio Sulbaran, University of Southern Mississippi

Tagged Divisions

Information Systems

AC 2007-1013: KATRINA – AN INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITYShelton Houston, University of Southern Mississippi Dr. Houston is a professor in the School of Computing at the University of Southern Mississippi. Dr. Houston has been involved in engineering technology education for 27 years. and has 10 years consulting experience in personal computer systems.Billy Walters, University of Southern Mississippi Prof. Walters holds a Masters of Science degree in Computer Science from The University of Arizona. Prof. Walters’ career includes academic and professional appointments. He has experience working at the Johnson Space Center, with secure government contractors, and directing law enforcement

Conference Session

IT-based Instructional Technologies

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Clifton Kussmaul, Muhlenberg College

Tagged Divisions

Information Systems

.”In some cases, however, students may not recognize the value of such tools and processes untilseveral years later, when they encounter larger projects in school or in the workforce. A formerstudent, working in industry, emailed to describe the effects of processes and tools on his career: “Even though I (we) complained during our software engineering class about the tedious paper work that was required for our projects, it was by far one of the most accurate representations of a ‘real world’ work environment. The processes that we underwent in your class to develop a project (especially scoping it out) have given me a leg up on my peers. I have come to understand that the (good) developers spend roughly 65

Conference Session

Emerging Information Technologies

Collection

2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

C. Richard Helps, Brigham Young University; Bret Swan, Brigham Young University

Tagged Divisions

Information Systems

the project.Product development is not the only way for students to enjoy the benefits of authentic capstoneexperiences. Most engineering and technology students will not spend their technical careers inthis phase of the system development lifecycle. They will spend much of their times moving upand down the development lifecycle as necessary. Therefore authentic, interesting andchallenging technical capstone experiences can be designed around different sections of thesystem development lifecycle.3.2 Capstone or just design?Another hidden assumption is that the course is a ‘capstone’. IE the experience builds on afoundation of core courses in the major discipline. It is perfectly feasible for, say, a computerscience major, to participate in a

Conference Session

Curricular Issues in Computer-Oriented Programs

Collection

2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Thomas Hacker, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Krishna Madhavan, Purdue University

Tagged Divisions

Information Systems

students being included aspart of a “community of practice”10. As students become part of the community ofcyberinfrastructure researchers, they learn the traditions, methodologies, and broad thinkingwithin this field early in their careers. This leads to students who are better prepared to enter theworkforce and who are intrinsically well-trained in thinking about problem solving within thefield. Also, our goal is to affect the pipeline significantly enough to increase the number ofstudents entering engineering, science, and technology programs at Purdue University andClemson University significantly.5.0 Related WorkPurdue is one of the first universities to establish an integrated research and education programin high performance computing and

Conference Session

IT-based Instructional Technologies

Collection

2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Tal Rusak, Cornell University; Christopher Barnes, Cornell University; G. Scott Russ, Cornell University; Vincent Kam, Cornell University; David Gries, Cornell University

Tagged Divisions

Information Systems

challenge in this approach is the standardization and interfaces betweencomplex systems that need to interact, especially if student coursework is entered automatically.We continue to pursue this model concurrently with the social networking model discussed below.7.2 Social Network ArchitectureIn the absence of the support of an institution, we envision CPAS to be used as a tool where acollaborative community could create major requirements and a large number of users could auditand plan their academic careers using the major requirements already entered into the system. Inturn, such users would correct errors and make additions to missing or incomplete majors. Inessence, this model applies the principle of Wikipedia to CPAS.There are several

Conference Session

Computing Curriculum

Collection

2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Akram Al-Rawi, Zayed University; Azzedine Lansari, Zayed University; Faouzi Bouslama, Zayed University

Tagged Divisions

Information Systems

themselves as solutions for schools interested ingiving their graduates an edge in the workforce or satisfy technology competencies, there areconcerns that many IT certification programs do not provide the appropriate foundation andskills in IT necessary to be successful in long-term career or in postgraduate studies2. However, adetailed examination of the Network+ and CCNA certificate objectives indicates clearly that thetopics covered in theses certificates are standard Networking and Data Communications topics13,14, 15 and they can be integrated into the IS 2002.6 Networking and Communication course. TheIS 2002.6 course provides an in-depth knowledge of data communications and networkingrequirements including network and telecommunication

Conference Session

Emerging Information Technologies

Collection

2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Aloundeth Oupraxay, National University, San Diego, USA; Mudasser Wyne, National University, San Diego, USA; Patrick Olson, National University, San Diego, USA

Tagged Divisions

Information Systems

. His undergraduate degree is from the University of Montana. He has been the CIO at Menlo College in the bay area where he developed, directed, and implemented enterprise-wide IP Telephony in 2000 (which included Gigabit ethernet, cabling, etc.) He has held faculty positions in MIS at the University of Nevada and Cal Poly, Pomona. He started his career in the data center at Hughes Aircraft Company in the 80s. Page 15.180.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2010 Android Based Mobile Order Management SystemAbstractCurrently, some businesses’ employees engaging in outside sales use

Conference Session

Information Technologies Classroom Instruction

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Robert MacDonald, Purdue University; Raheel Malik, Whirlpool Corp.; Anthony Smith, Purdue University; James Goldman, Purdue University

Tagged Divisions

Information Systems

, 2005.10. Noerenberg, J.W., II Bridging wireless protocols. Communications Magazine, IEEE, 39 (11). 90-97.11. Planet3 Wireless. Introduction - CWNP career certifications, 2006.12. Richards, B. and Stull, B. Teaching wireless networking with limited resources Proceedings of the 35th SIGCSE technical symposium on Computer science education, ACM Press, Norfolk, Virginia, USA, 2004.13. Sarkar, N.I. Teaching computer networking fundamentals using practical laboratory exercises. IEEE Transactions on Education, 49 (2). 285-291.14. Shin, M., Ma, J., Mishra, A. and Arbaugh, W.A. Wireless network security and interworking. Proceedings of IEEE, 94 (2). 455-466.15. Snyder, J. Down and dirty with Wireless LAN security NetworkWorld