MIS 213 Study Guide - Test #1


You may take the exam any time between
Tuesday, September 23, starting at 9:30 a.m. until Thurday, September 25 at 5:00 p.m.

Test will be comprised of approximately 40 multiple choice and true/false and fill in the blank questions
You will take the quiz inside Entropy, like the Mini Quizzes you have taken,
This test is open book and notes and you will have 45 minutes for the test.
Please provide documentation if you need extra time.

What should you do to prepare?

  • Read Chapters 1, 2, and 3
  • Read Appendices C and D
  • Complete Projects 2 and 3
  • Complete the mini quizzes at the end of the chapters in Entropy
  • Answer the questions below in advance

Key concepts you should know:

Chapter 1
Value of Information

  • Why is it important to understand the concepts of Information Systems?
  • What is the definition of an Information System?
  • AI Impact on Businesses
  • Typical terms used in Aritifical Intelligence
  • What is the difference between data versus information versus knowledge versus knowledge and wisdom?
  • What are the key uses of information for a firm?
  • How may Information Systems help firms become more competitive?
  • What are some changes to organizations that impact the need for more information literacy
  • What is a business process?

Chapter 2
Intro to Information Systems

  • What is the IPO Model?
  • Define the components of a computer based information system (CBIS) - Figure 2.3
  • Which is the most important component of a CBIS
  • What is the cloud in relationship to information technology
  • Understand how Info Systems facilitate Organizational Change
  • What is TPS ?, what are the common uses, data?

Chapter 3
Appendix C/D
Databases

  • What is a basic definition of a database?
  • Bits, bytes, fields, what does it all mean?
  • Compare the components of a database with that of a spreadsheet?
  • What are the components found in a database file
  • What are the key advantages of a database over using a spreadsheet?
  • What is data redundancy?
  • What are some of the disadvantages of a database?
  • What is the purpose of a table, what is stored in a table?
  • Entity? Field? Attribute? Record?
  • Different data types in a table, where would each best be used?
  • What is a primary key?
  • What is the purpose of a relationship (join)?
  • What is the purpose of a query?
  • What is a criteria and where is it used?