Course

Course Summary
Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
TCNW-0016
Organization's ID:
ICP
Organization:
Location:
Classroom-based
Length:
45 hours
Dates Offered:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 3 Computing and Computer Management
Description

Objective:

To explore the world of computing from the historical, functional, ethical, and societal perspectives.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Demonstrate knowledge of the relationship between current social issues, ethics, and security
  • Communicate using basic terminology from the field of computing
  • Articulate the current trends in computing careers
  • Discuss the history of computers and how computers have evolved since their invention

General Topics:

  • History of computers, hardware, software, systems analysis, programming, data management, networking, computing careers, computer ethics, security, and social issues
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Computer Based Training
  • Practical Exercises

Methods of Assessment:

  • Examinations
  • Quizzes
Supplemental Materials