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| CATALOG INFORMATION
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| Discipline and Nbr:
CS 5 | Title:
COMPUTER LITERACY |
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| Full Title:
Computer Literacy |
| Last Reviewed:5/8/2023 |
| Units | Course Hours per Week | | Nbr of Weeks | Course Hours Total |
| Maximum | 3.00 | Lecture Scheduled | 3.00 | 17.5 max. | Lecture Scheduled | 52.50 |
| Minimum | 3.00 | Lab Scheduled | 1.00 | 4 min. | Lab Scheduled | 17.50 |
| | Contact DHR | 0 | | Contact DHR | 0 |
| | Contact Total | 4.00 | | Contact Total | 70.00 |
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| | Non-contact DHR | 0 | | Non-contact DHR Total | 0 |
| | Total Out of Class Hours: 105.00 | Total Student Learning Hours: 175.00 | |
Title 5 Category:
AA Degree Applicable
Grading:
Grade or P/NP
Repeatability:
00 - Two Repeats if Grade was D, F, NC, or NP
Also Listed As:
Formerly:
CIS 5
Catalog Description:
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Designed for the transfer student and/or the person wanting a broad knowledge of computer concepts. No previous experience with computers is required or assumed. This course presents an overview of computers in our world today, how they work, how they are used and their impact on society. Students will be introduced to the Internet and World Wide Web, basic programming concepts and productivity software including word processing, spreadsheet, presentation and database software.
Prerequisites/Corequisites:
Recommended Preparation:
Eligibility for ENGL 100 or ESL 100
Limits on Enrollment:
Schedule of Classes Information
Description:
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Designed for the transfer student and/or the person wanting a broad knowledge of computer concepts. No previous experience with computers is required or assumed. This course presents an overview of computers in our world today, how they work, how they are used and their impact on society. Students will be introduced to the Internet and World Wide Web, basic programming concepts and productivity software including word processing, spreadsheet, presentation and database software.
(Grade or P/NP)
Prerequisites:
Recommended:Eligibility for ENGL 100 or ESL 100
Limits on Enrollment:
Transfer Credit:CSU;UC.
Repeatability:00 - Two Repeats if Grade was D, F, NC, or NP
ARTICULATION, MAJOR, and CERTIFICATION INFORMATION
| Associate Degree: | Effective: | Fall 1983
| Inactive: | |
| Area: | B
| Communication and Analytical Thinking
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| CSU GE: | Transfer Area | | Effective: | Inactive: |
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| IGETC: | Transfer Area | | Effective: | Inactive: |
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| CSU Transfer: | Transferable | Effective: | Fall 1983 | Inactive: | |
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| UC Transfer: | Transferable | Effective: | Fall 1983 | Inactive: | |
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| C-ID: |
Certificate/Major Applicable:
Both Certificate and Major Applicable
Approval and Dates
| Version: | 07 | Course Created/Approved: | 8/1/1981 |
| Version Created: | 11/8/2016 | Course Last Modified: | 12/30/2023 |
| Submitter: | Abe Farkas | Course Last Full Review: | 5/8/2023 |
| Version Status: | Approved Changed Course | Prereq Created/Approved: | 5/8/2023 |
| Version Status Date: | 11/28/2016 | Semester Last Taught: | Fall 2023 |
| Version Term Effective: | Summer 2017 | Term Inactive: | Fall 2024 |
COURSE CONTENT
Student Learning Outcomes:
At the conclusion of this course, the student should be able to:
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1. Recognize the capabilities and limitations of computer technology, and the theoretical foundations of computing.
2. Critically assess the social and ethical implications of computer technology in their daily life.
3. Improve problem solving and critical thinking through the application of scientific knowledge using hands-on activities.
Objectives:
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Upon completion of the course, students will be able to:
1. Identify the components and function of the hardware used in a computer system.
2. Describe the function of system software.
3. Describe the function of application software.
4. List the steps in systems analysis and design.
5. Describe the popular programming languages and the process of developing computer software.
6. Create a simple computer program.
7. Analyze the impact of computer technology and its ethical implication on society.
8. Demonstrate basic proficiency of productivity software, including word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, database and multimedia software.
9. Demonstrate proficiency in electronic communications technology.
10. Explain basic computer networking concepts and architecture.
11. Use the Internet and World Wide Web to perform research.
12. Create a basic Web page.
13. Demonstrate proficiency in social networking.
14. Discuss computer security and its importance for business and personal use of computers.
Topics and Scope
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1. Computer Literacy as a Necessary Skill in the 21st Century
a. Becoming a Savvy Computer User and Consumer
b. Computers in Today's Careers
c. Understanding the Challenges Facing a Digital Society
2. The History of Computer Technology
3. Computer Hardware
a. Input Devices
b. Processing (System Unit)
i. Central Processing Unit
ii. The Machine Cycle
iii. Random Access Memory
c. Output Devices
d. Storage Devices
4. Using the Internet and World Wide Web
a. Communicating Through the Internet: E-Mail and Other Technologies
b. Social Networking
c. Web Entertainment: Multimedia and Beyond
d. Conducting Business over the Internet: E-Commerce
e. Managing Malware and Online Annoyances
f. Accessing the Web: Web Browsers
g. Searching the Web: Search Engines
h. The Internet and How It Works
i. The Cloud
j. The Future of the Internet
5. Information Technology Ethics
6. Application Software
a. Word-Processing Software
b. Spreadsheet Software
c. Presentation Software
d. Database Software
e. Graphics and Multimedia Software
f. Web Design Software
7. System Software
a. Operating Systems
b. Utility Programs
c. File Management
8. Computer Networking
a. Networking Fundamentals
b. Network Architectures
c. Network Components
d. Wireless Networks
e. Personal Area Networks
9. Computer Security
a. Computer Threats (Hackers, Viruses)
b. Computer Safeguards (Antivirus Software and Other Security Measures)
10. Mobile Computing
a. Mobile Computing Devices
b. Portable Media Players
c. Smartphones and mobile devices
d. Notebooks
11. Software Programming
a. The Binary Numbering System
b. Low Level Programming Languages
c. High Level Programming Languages
12. Databases and Information Systems
a. Database Types
b. Data Mining and Data Warehouses
c. The Systems Development Lifecycle
d. Systems Analysis
Assignments:
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1. Read approximately 30 pages per week from the textbook.
2. Written homework and reading reports that review recently-covered topics.
3. Problem solving exercises requiring the use of spreadsheets and database management software.
4. Complete laboratory exercises in operating systems and word processing, spreadsheets, database management, and other application software.
5. Individual and/or team projects may include research and write-up of computer related articles on the web or technology magazines, interviews and reports, writing a basic program, team presentations on current trends in technology.
6. Quizzes, midterm, and final examinations
Methods of Evaluation/Basis of Grade.
| Writing: Assessment tools that demonstrate writing skill and/or require students to select, organize and explain ideas in writing. | Writing
20 - 65% |
| Written homework and reading reports | |
| Problem solving: Assessment tools, other than exams, that demonstrate competence in computational or non-computational problem solving skills. | Problem Solving
5 - 20% |
| Problem solving exercises | |
| Skill Demonstrations: All skill-based and physical demonstrations used for assessment purposes including skill performance exams. | Skill Demonstrations
5 - 20% |
| Projects | |
| Exams: All forms of formal testing, other than skill performance exams. | Exams
20 - 65% |
| 2-4 Quizzes, midterm, and final examination | |
| Other: Includes any assessment tools that do not logically fit into the above categories. | Other Category
0 - 10% |
| Attendance and participation | |
Representative Textbooks and Materials:
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Technology In Action (10th), Evans, Alan. Poatsy, Mary Anne. Martin, Kendall. Prentice Hall: 2013.
Skills for Success Using Microsoft Office 2013, by Townsend, Kris. Gaskin, Shelley. Hain, Catherine. Murrewolf, Stephanie. Pearson Publishing: 2013.
OTHER REQUIRED ELEMENTS
| Student Preparation |
| Matric Assessment Required: | E | Requires English Assessment |
| Prerequisites-generate description: | NP | No Prerequisite |
| Advisories-generate description: | A | Auto-Generated Text |
| Prereq-provisional: | N | NO |
| Prereq/coreq-registration check: | N | No Prerequisite Rules Exist |
| Requires instructor signature: | N | Instructor's Signature Not Required |
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| BASIC INFORMATION, HOURS/UNITS & REPEATABILITY |
| Method of instruction: | 02 | Lecture |
| | 04 | Laboratory |
| | 72 | Internet-Based, Delayed Interaction |
| | 71 | Internet-Based, Simultaneous Interaction |
| Area department: | CS | Computer Studies |
| Division: | 72 | Arts & Humanities |
| Special topic course: | N | Not a Special Topic Course |
| Program Status: | 1 | Both Certificate and Major Applicable |
| Repeatability: | 00 | Two Repeats if Grade was D, F, NC, or NP |
| Repeat group id: | | |
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| SCHEDULING |
| Audit allowed: | N | Not Auditable |
| Open entry/exit: | N | Not Open Entry/Open Exit |
| Credit by Exam: | N | Credit by examination not allowed |
| Budget code: Program: | 0000 | Unrestricted |
| Budget code: Activity: | 0701 | Computer & Information Science |
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| OTHER CODES |
| Disciplines: | Computer Information Systems |
| Basic Skills: | N | Not a Basic Skills Course |
| Level below transfer: | Y | Not Applicable |
| CVU/CVC status: | Y | Distance Ed, Not CVU/CVC Developed |
| Distance Ed Approved: | Y | Either online or hybrid, as determined by instructor |
| Emergency Distance Ed Approved: | Y | Fully Online
Partially Online
Online with flexible in-person activities
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| Credit for Prior Learning: | N | Agency Exam |
| N | CBE |
| N | Industry Credentials |
| N | Portfolio |
| Non-credit category: | Y | Not Applicable, Credit Course |
| Classification: | Y | Liberal Arts and Sciences Courses |
| SAM classification: | C | Clearly Occupational |
| TOP code: | 0701.00 | Information Technology, General |
| Work-based learning: | N | Does Not Include Work-Based Learning |
| DSPS course: | N | NO |
| In-service: | N | Not an in-Service Course |
| Lab Tier: | 21 | Credit Lab - Tier 1 |
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