CMPE 101

Course Code & Number

CMPE 101

Course Title

Introduction to Information Technologies

Level

BS

Credit Hours/ ECTS Credits

(2+0+2) 3 TEDU Credits, 5 ECTS Credits

Year of Study:

First Year

Type of Course:

Compulsory

Mode of Delivery:

Face-to-face

Language of Instruction:

English

Pre-requisite / Co-requisite::

Catalog Description

Information technology concepts. The computer and its peripheral units. Widely used software. Information storage and retrieval. Information input and output. Networks and networking. Internet. Windows environment. Linux environment. HTML. Computer graphics and multimedia. Computer security.

Course Objectives

This course aims to prepare the students to a life long computer experience. In this course we aim to create an awareness of the importance of using information technologies both in academic and industrial life. We aim to provide the necessary knowledge and skills for efficiently using a computer, especially the common office software used in workplaces.

Course Learning Outcomes

Upon succesful completion of this course, a student will be able to
1. Identify the hardware components of a computer system
2. Identify the operating system and software components of a computer system
3. Use IT terminology
4. Operate a computer to manage files, browse the web and send emails
5. Recognize the important ethical, legal and security issues related to using a computer
6. Use a common word processor software
7. Use a common spreadsheet software
8. Use a common presentation software