Objective
"The primary objective of the course is to introduce students to basic basic computer concepts in hardware, software, networking, computer security, programming, database, e-commerce, decision support system, and other emerging technologies such as 3-D printing, SIRI like systems, and the Internet of things."
Textbook
"Introduction to Computer Information Systems. Publisher: Kendall Hunt. ISBN: 973-0-7575-6995-1"
Evaluation Methods
"Correct completion of five projects: 50%"
"Midterm exam: 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 Code committee. See your lecture or lab instructor if if you have any problems or concerns."
Schedule
| Week | Topic |
|---|---|
| 1 | Information Literacy and Hardware |
| 2 | Application and System Software |
| 3 | Data Communication and Networking |
| 4 | Database |
| 5 | Web Development |
| 6 | Mobile Computing |
| 7 | Computer Security and Ethics |
| 8 | Future of Computing |