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At the conclusion of this course, the student should be able to:
1. Identify the components and function of the hardware used in a computer system.
2. Describe the functions of system and application software.
3. Describe the popular programming languages and the process of developing computer software.
4. Create a simple computer program.
5. Analyze the impact of computer technology and its ethical implications on society.
6. Demonstrate understanding and basic use of communication and productivity tools.
7. Explain basic computer networking concepts and architecture.
8. Discuss computer security and ethics and explain their importance for business and personal use of computers.
9. Explore career opportunities in computer-related fields.
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I. Computer Technology 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
II. The History of Computer Technology
III. Computer Hardware
A. Input devices
B. Processing (System Unit)
C. Central Processing Unit
D. The machine cycle
E. Random Access Memory
F. Output devices
G. Storage devices
IV. Using the Internet and World Wide Web
A. Communicating through the Internet: e-mail and other technologies
B. Social media
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 future of the Internet
J. Virtual reality
V. The Cloud
A. What is the cloud
B. What it makes possible
C. When it makes sense to use
VI. Information Technology Ethics
A. Copyright and intellectual property
B. Plagiarism
C. Fakes, hoaxes, and scams
D. Artificial Intelligence
VII. System Software
A. Operating systems
B. Utility programs
C. File management
VIII. Computer Networking
A. Networking fundamentals
B. Network architectures
C. Network components
D. Wireless and cellular networks
E. Home/small business networks
IX. Computer Security
A. Computer threats (hackers, malware, and ransomware)
B. Computer safeguards (firewalls, antimalware, and other security measures)
C. Data privacy
D. The human element (training, awareness, and testing)
X. Mobile Computing
A. Smartphones and mobile devices
B. Lost it! Now what?
C. Notebooks
XI. Software Programming
A. The binary numbering system
B. Low level programming languages
C. High level programming languages
XII. Databases and Information Systems
A. Database types
B. Data mining and data warehouses
C. The systems development lifecycle
D. Systems analysis
XIII. Application Software
A. Word-processing software
B. Spreadsheet software
C. Presentation software
D. Database software
E. Graphics and multimedia software
F. Web design software
All items in the topics and scope are covered in the lecture and lab portions of the course.
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1. Weekly reading from course materials (approximately 30 pages)
2. Written homework (5-15)
3. Reading report(s) (1-4)
4. Problem solving exercise(s) requiring the use of spreadsheets and database management software (1-3)
5. Laboratory exercise(s) (1-12) on topics such as:
A. Operating systems
B. Word processing
C. Spreadsheets
D. Database management
E. Other application software
6. Individual and/or team projects (5-15), such as:
A. Research and write-up of computer related articles on the web or technology magazines
B. Interviews and reports
C. Basic coding
D. Team presentations on current trends in technology
7. Quizzes (2-15)
8. Midterm
9. Final exam or project
All assignments are covered in the lecture and lab portions of the course.
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Technology In Action. 18th ed, Evans, Alan. Poatsy, Mary Anne. Martin, Kendall. Pearson. 2023.
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| 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 |