HEAPE 609 - Managing Government Information With Technology

The public administrator is required more than ever before to make decisions regarding information systems and computing technology in a climate where the factors change very rapidly. Often the cost of making the wrong decision or making no decision at all overshadows the cost of many opportunities. Still, governmental agencies must stay abreast of the changing computing world. This course is designed to provide a non-theoretical, practical application experience with exposure to the latest technologies and directions in computing industry applications. We will focus on understanding the local government organization, departmental characteristics, and information needs even as we analyze the advantages and disadvantages of today's technology.