ILRHR 6602 Introduction to HR Information Systems
Fall, seven weeks. 1 credit. Prerequisite: ILRHR 2660 or equivalent; use of Access or similar database package for at least data entry and report generation. C. Homrighouse.
Focuses on understanding how and why human resource information systems are developed, maintained, and managed. A database is designed from the ground up, beginning with basic instruction on the need for and how to create a relational database. Once the initial design is in place, the data are manipulated to create reports, forms, and queries to assist in human resource decisions. The course examines ways to make databases efficient and consistent. Production database systems such as PeopleSoft also are reviewed and used. All instruction is hands-on and supplemented with assigned readings and guest lecturers.