Compuyter Use: Fundamentals
Computer Science IlluminatedNell Dale, PhD, University of Texas, Austin John Lewis, PhD, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VirginiaISBN-13: 9781284055917
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An introduction to the use of computers focusing on concepts of computer technology and organization (hardware and software) and the use of applications such as spreadsheets and information retrieval tools for problem solving. /p>
Objectives
- Create a spreadsheet workbook to calculate, model, and/or visualize data
- Demonstrate the ability to edit digital images using freely available tools
- Describe how information is stored digitally in a computer
- Identify computer hardware components and their purpose
- Describe computer networking devices and their roles
Approach
Theory
- History of Computing
- Digital data representation (numbers, text, images)
- Computer organization (gates and circuits, stored program concept)
- System administration (operating systems, and file systems)
- Networking and the Internet
Practical
- Spreadsheet design and creation
- Document design and creation
- (Simple) Webpage design and creation
- Still image manipulation
Grades Breakdown:
- Assignments 21% (best 7 of 8 @3% each)
- Tests (weight of the better of the 2 is 22%; the other 7%)
- Final Examination 50%