Minor in Informatics

24.0 quarter credits

Informatics is the science of information, the practice of information processing, and the engineering of information systems. The iSchool's minor in informatics combines basic courses in information systems and technology with courses that address the cognitive issues and social contexts in which information systems and technologies are embedded.

Any student in any major can benefit from a minor in informatics. Graduates with such background knowledge are prepared to actively participate in the application of information technology within their major area of study.

The minor is available to all University students in good standing, with the exception of students majoring in Information Systems, Information Technology or Software Engineering. A minimum of 24.0 credits is required to complete this minor.

Requirements			24.0 Credits
INFO 101	Introduction to Information Technology			3.0
INFO 102	Introduction to Information Systems			3.0
INFO 105	Information Organization, Evaluation and Use			3.0
INFO 108	Foundations of Software			3.0
INFO 110	Human-Computer Interaction I			3.0
INFO 210	Database Management Systems			3.0
Students select one of the following elective pairs:
Informatics on the Internet
INFO 151	Web Systems and Services I			3.0
INFO 152	Web Systems and Services II			3.0
Informatics in Society
INFO 205 WI	Strategic Uses of Information Systems			3.0
INFO 215	Social Aspects of Information Systems			3.0
Informatics in the Organization
INFO 205 WI	Strategic Uses of Information Systems			3.0
INFO 435	Information Services			3.0
Planning and Delivery of IT Services
INFO 410	Information Technology Infrastructure			3.0
INFO 415	IT Services			3.0