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COURSE NUMBER: IT101

TITLE: IT Fundamentals

DEPARTMENT / PROGRAM: BSIT

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COURSE DESCRIPTION


This course provides an introduction to the industry of Information Technology, an overview of the IT profession, and basic computer concepts.


COURSE OBJECTIVES (DESIRABLE OBJECTIVES)


At the end of the course, students should be able to:
• Operate a personal computer.
• Select, use and document appropriate logic design.
• Use word processing applications/spreadsheets/presentations
• Install OS components and office productivity tools.
• Use e-mail and search the web using browsers.
• Manage users and resources (files, directories, applications, etc.) through an operating system.
• Communicate effectively through written communications and reports.
• Know the values and work ethics expected of an ICT professional.
• Design algorithms to solve given problems using flowcharting and pseudocoding techniques.


COURSE OUTLINE AND TIMEFRAME

TOPICS AND READINGS DATE
• Basic Computer Concepts
o Evolution of Information and Communications Technology
o Parts of the Computer
o Number Systems
• Introduction to the Profession
o Career Opportunities in ICT
o Code of Ethics for ICT Professionals
• The Components of a Computer System
o Hardware
o Software
o Peopleware
• Operating Systems
o Different OS Implementation (DOS, Linux, UNIX, Windows, Mac, run-time systems)
o Human-Machine Interface
o Resource Management
• Latest Trends and Issues in Information Technology
• ICT Applications in Society
• Office Productivity Tools *
• Hardware and Software Installation, Troubleshooting, Maintenance, Upgrading
• Introduction to Internet Technologies
• Program Logic Formulation*

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