Course Code & Number
CMPE 101
Course Title
Introduction to Information Technologies
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::
Pre-requisites: NONE
Co-requisites: NONE
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
Learning Activities and Teaching Methods:
Telling/Explaining
Discussion/Debate
Reading
Peer Teaching
Demonstrating
Collaborating
Oral Presentations/Reports
Hands-on Activities
Web Searching
Assessment Methods and Criteria:
Test / Exam
Quiz
Lab Assignment
Peer Evaluation
Presentation (Oral/Poster)
Assessment Methods and Criteria Others:
Required Reading
1. Computers Are Your Future
12th ed., Pearson.
Grading
Laboratory Work - 40%
Hands-on Classroom Activities - 40%
Final Exam - 20%
Learning Activities and Teaching Methods Others:
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