Fundamentals of Computing
Fall Semester

Computer and Graphs
Ethan Bishop
Information Sciences and Technology Department
George Mason University

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 system, and other emerginf technologies such as 3-d printers, SIRI like systems, and the Internet of Things.

Textbook

Introduction to Computer Information Systems. Publisher: Kendall/Hunt

Evaluation Methods

Correct completeion of 5 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 or copying assignments will be turned in to the Honor Comittee. See your lecture or lab instructor if you have any problems or concerns.

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