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Course Number:
CSCI 1005
Approved Starting Semester:
Fall 2021
Course Title:
Introduction to Information Technology
Credit Hours:
3
Course Description (Bulletin Description):
An introductory course with a focus on computer information technology. Topics include computer hardware and software, operating systems, networking, databases, and ethical issues in computing. An introduction to some programming and programming concepts is included.
Prerequisite:
None
Co-requisite:
None
Pre/Co-requisite::
None
Dual-Listed:
None
Course Objectives (Course-level Student Learning Outcomes):
At the completion of the course, the student will be able to: 1. describe the history of computer systems and architecture of computer hardware. 2. describe the function and purpose of systems software including operating systems. 3. explain the role of application software, installation procedures and configuration. 4. examine technologies of computer networking and security issues associated with networking systems. 5. explain the role of mobile computing and Internet. 6. discuss concepts of databases and database management systems. 7. examine technologies in programming concepts and programming languages. 8. apply programming knowledge to edit and run simple programs. 9. discuss ethical issues in computing.
Topics Covered (In Outline/Calendar):
computer hardware, application software, operating systems, computer networking, network security, Internet, mobile computing, databases, programming concepts, and ethical issues in computing.
Student Learning Outcomes:
- Analyze a complex computing problem and to apply principles of computing and other relevant disciplines to identify solutions. (SLO1)
- Design, implement, and evaluate a computing-based solution to meet a given set of computing requirements in the context of the program’s discipline. (SLO2)
- Recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgments in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles. (SLO4)
- Use systemic approaches to select, develop, apply, integrate, and administer secure computing technologies to accomplish user goals. (SLO6-CIT)
Course Coordinator:
Ms. Bridget Cloud
Instructor-in-charge:
Ms. Bridget Cloud
Previous Professors:
Dr. Jiang Li, Dr. Yingbing Yu, Mr. Jason Lewis Hatton, Mr. Jarad Manger Sneed, Mrs. Sharon Bolander, Mr. Barry Bruster, Ms. Bridget Cloud
Technologies / Skills:
Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access
Textbook(s):
Summer/Fall 2025
Title: TECHNOLOGY IN ACTION INTRODUCTORY
Edition: 18th
Author: EVANS
Publisher: PEARSON
ISBN: 9780137932788
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