Syllabus

Information Systems Theories

Code
IK2020
Points
7.5 Credits
Level
First Cycle Level 2
School
School of Information and Engineering
Subject field
Information Systems (IKA)
Group of Subjects
Informatics/Computer and Systems Sciences
Disciplinary Domain
Technology, 100%
This course can be included in the following main field(s) of study
Information Systems1
Progression indicator within (each) main field of study
1G1F
Approved
Approved, 30 October 2014.
This syllabus is valid from 24 January 2015.
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Prerequisites

  • 100 credits whereof 45 credits in Informatics Undergraduate Level 1 in which the courses Introduction to Database Systems, 7.5 credits First Cycle Level I and Research Methodology in the Discipline of Informatics, 7.5 credits First Cycle Level I shall be included or equivalent knowledge

Summary in English

The overall objective of the course is for students to acquire knowledge of information systems theory and its development, as well as of the history of the subject information systems. Further, students will gain knowledge about the selection, use and evaluation of information systems for design and development of information systems.

 
After the course, the student shall be able to:

Knowledge and understanding
  • describe critical information systems theories
  • name and describe information systems development and its perspective on information technology, and how these perspectives influence the development and use of information systems 
  • describe the main methods for information systems development, such as business analysis, conceptual and data modelling, process modelling, and principles for information architecture and quality assurance
  • understand current research issues in the field of informatics

Skills and capability
  • analyze, model and design general information systems and their various parts using relevant theories and methods in the field of information systems
  • apply information theory in the planning and design of research projects in the subject of information systems
  • develop, present and discuss research ideas in information systems, including description of problem areas, clarification of research questions, choice of research strategy, choice of methods for data collection, analysis, and modelling

Judgement and approach
  • critically evaluate scientific papers and project plans within the subject of information systems
  • formulate, develop and assess research issues related to information system-based projects
  • assess the activities and projects related to information systems theory