COMI-1100 Introduction to Computers - 3 credits
(4 class/ Lab hours per week)
Professor Donald Paquet, DPaquet@ccri.edu
All books are available at the CCRI Warwick campus bookstore.
TEXTS:
Text: # 1.
Technology In Action, Fourth Edition
Alan Evans, Kendall Martin, Mary Ann Poatsy
Publisher: Pearson Prentice Hall
| ISBN-10: | 0132253569 | |
| ISBN-13: | 9780132253567 |
Text: # 2. GO! with Microsoft Office 2007 Introductory, 1/E
Shelley Gaskin, Pasadena City College
Robert Ferrett, Alicia Vargas, Suzanne Marks
Publisher: Pearson Prentice Hall
| ISBN-10: | 0131679996 |
| ISBN-13: | 9780131679993 |
Item 3:
2007 Assessment & Training Electronic Access Code folder
Item 4: a memory stick/Flash Drive/Jump Drive or a 31/2 inch high density diskette
Course Description:
This computer literacy
course provides a comprehensive introduction to the principles of computers and
information processing. Students will be introduced to the operation and
terminology of computer system as well as certain microcomputer application
packages such as word processing (Word), spreadsheets (Excel) and presentation
graphics software (PowerPoint).
Topics to cover
1.
Chapter 1: Overview of Computers
a.
Pipeline –
email message
b.
myITlab account
setup–practice test
2. Chapter 2: Looking at Computers
3.
Windows XP, IE7
4.
Word-processing - Creating and Editing
5.
Word-processing - Business Letter
6. Chapter 3: Using the Internet
7.
Chapter 4: System Unit
8.
Spreadsheets - Creating a Worksheet
9.
Spreadsheets - Formulas, Formatting
10. Chapter 5: Using System Software
11. Chapter 6: Understanding and Assessing Hardware
12. PowerPoint - Creating a Presentation
13. PowerPoint - Clip
Art Slide Show
14. Chapter 7: Networking and Security
15. Chapter 8: Mobile Computing
Course Objectives:
To familiarize each
student with modern Computer Concepts
To make each student
more proficient in using a computer
keyboard and mouse
To make each student
competent in using Windows
To make each student
competent in using Email
To make each student
competent in using the Internet and World Wide Web
To make each student
competent in using On-Line college web sites
To make each student
competent in using Word Processing
To make each student
competent in using Spreadsheets
To make each student
competent in using Presentation
Graphics Software
Outcomes by topic
Computer Concepts
List
the parts (internal and external) of a computer and describe the main function
of each
Use
basic computer terminology while using computer applications
Explain
the purpose of gathering and managing information as an integral part of
conducting business
Windows
Perform
basic Windows operations
Work
with files and folders
Understand software installation, basic configuration operations and compatibility issues
The Internet and
World Wide Web
Use
the internet as a research tool
Do
basic functions of Internet applications
Email
Use
email system components
Demonstrate
a basic understanding of email organization
Application Software
Describe the various types of application software
Operating Systems
Understand software installation, basic configuration
operation and compatibility issues
Components of the System Unit
Demonstrate
knowledge of individual parts that make up the system unit of a stand alone PC and relationships between components
Demonstrate
basic knowledge of PC hardware troubleshooting and maintenance
Input – Output
Demonstrate knowledge of basic input and output
devices
Demonstrate
the use of a mouse, keyboard, display screen, printer, PDA...
Storage
Identify
various storage media
Describe the characteristics of the various storage media
Communications
Describe
uses of computer communications
Explain
the purpose of communications software
Word Processing
Demonstrate basic Word Processing skills of creation,
formatting and editing
Save, update and print a Word Processing file
Demonstrate the ability to create simple word
processing documents such as letters, memos and basic reports
Spreadsheets
Demonstrate the ability to design, create, modify and
troubleshoot spreadsheets
Demonstrate the ability to create graphs and charts
Demonstrate the ability to apply spreadsheet
principles to real-life situations and to solve business problems
Presentation Graphics Software
Demonstrate
the ability to use the components of presentation software creatively and
effectively
Demonstrate
proficiency in using presentation software functions
Key Competencies by Topic
Computer Concepts
Define the term computer
and describe a computer system
Diagram, label, and describe components of a Personal Computer System
Explain the function and limitations of computers
Explain the distinction between information and data
Discuss the trends of IT hardware and software
Use the keyboard and mouse
Explain the concepts of technology patenting,
copyrighting, and software licensing
Conduct a simple cost/benefit analysis for purchasing
different PCs
Windows
Coordinate mouse and keyboard applications
Browse through and locate files
Create folders; organize files on disk and in
subfolders
Format diskettes
Customize the desktop, create shortcuts and set date
and time
Use Windows accessories and Help
Install
new software on a stand-alone computer using default options
Read
and follow directions accompanying software products
The Internet and World Wide Web
Use the main functions of Internet browsers
Use Login and password systems
Use basic search engines and explain search results
Refine searches to obtain more specific information
Move between Web pages using addresses and links
Produce a list of appropriate Internet address for a specific topic
Explain the impact of Internet on systems and applications
Identify the rules of "Netiquette"
Email
Describe and explain the purpose and basic features of
email systems
Create and send short, simple concise messages
Receive, reply, forward, save and delete messages
Create, send and save attachments
Develop folders for organizing saved messages
Explain and use appreciate email etiquette
Explain the issues of virus contamination through
email and discuss protection strategies
Application Software
Identify the various types of software
Explain how to start an application
List the key features of commonly used business
applications
Operating Systems
Install
new software on a stand-alone computer using default options
Read
and follow directions accompanying software projects
Explain
the concepts of technology patenting, copyrighting and software licensing
Explain
the issues of virus contamination through email, discuss protection strategies
Components of the System Unit
Diagram,
label and describe the components of the system unit
Explain
how hardware components interact
Describe
the functionality of the central processing unit
Describe
the functionality of memory
Input – Output
Diagram,
label and describe the input – output devices
Identify
input and output options for physically challenged users
Storage
Diagram,
label and describe storage devices
Use
a storage device to save and load files
Describe
the appropriate use of the various storage media
Communications
Diagram,
label and describe communication devices
Discuss
the components required for successful communications
Differentiate
among types of networks
Explain
the purpose of communications software
Word Processing
Create, edit, save and print documents
Locate, organize and open existing documents
Create, edit, delete and move text
Format text, paragraphs and bulleted items
Use tab and margin settings
Use print preview and other print options
Use find and replace functions and options
Use navigation keys and functions
Use utility tools including spell checker, thesaurus
and grammar checker
Work with outlines, footnotes and endnotes
Embed graphics and charts in documents
Use on-line Help to learn software features and
function
Spreadsheets
Explain and apply spreadsheet design principles
Develop, edit, save and retrieve spreadsheets
Print
spreadsheets using print options
Format spreadsheets
Use
simple and advanced formula
Create
graphs and charts from spreadsheets
Troubleshoot
spreadsheets and resolve errors
Use
online help to learn about features and correct problems
Apply
spreadsheet principles to business decision making
Presentation Graphics Software
Explain
the features and functions of a presentation software package
Create,
edit and save presentation slides and handouts
Use
master slide to create new slides and notes
Use
the different templates and slide backgrounds
Create
slides that are easy to read and choose effective fonts and layouts
Use
the outline feature to move text and slides
Sort
and organize slides
Organize
the presentation in a logical sequence according to purpose and audience
Use
slide transition and build effects
Import
graphics
Create
effective presentations communicating clearly the topic
Create
interesting presentations appealing to the target audience
Analyze
the effectiveness of the design of a presentation and make recommendations for
improvement