Introduction to Computing
Fall Semester 2023

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Objective

The primary objective of the course is to introduce students to basic computer concepts in hardware, software, networking, computer security, programming, database, e-commerce, decision support systems, and other emerging technologies such as 3-D printers, SIRI like systems, and the Internet of Things

Textbook

Fundamentals of Computing: Concepts and Applications
Fundamentals of Computing: Computer Understanding Technology

Evaluation Methods

Correct completion of two projects: 50%
Midterm: 25%
Final Exam: 25%

Honor Code

Each student is expected to do his/her own work. Any student caught cheating on exams or copying assignments will be turned in to the Honor Committee. See your lecture or lab instructor if you have any problems or concerns.

Schedule

Week Topic
1 Information Literacy and Hardware
2 Application and System Software
3 Data Communications and Networking
4 Database
5 Web Development
6 Mobile Computing
7 Computer Security and Ethics
8 Future of Computing