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
Introduction to Computer Information Systems. Publisher: Kendall/Hunt. ISBN: 978-0-7575-6995-1.
Evaluation Methods
Correction completion of five projects: 50%
Midterm exam: 25%, and
Final exam: 25%
Honor Code
Each student is expected to do his/her own work. Any student caught cheating on exams of copying on 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 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 |