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This document provides an overview of the content and learning outcomes for a course on fundamental information communication technology (ICT) skills for business. The course aims to equip students with knowledge of computer systems, hardware, software, operating systems, files, applications, information systems, computer networks, and the Internet. The course covers topics such as the evolution of computers, input/output devices, software types, operating system functions, file organization, word processing, spreadsheets, accounting software, information system components, network concepts, Internet services, and emerging trends. Upon completing the course, students should be able to apply ICT skills in business contexts such as selecting appropriate technology and using application software.

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Information Communication Technology E Sample

This document provides an overview of the content and learning outcomes for a course on fundamental information communication technology (ICT) skills for business. The course aims to equip students with knowledge of computer systems, hardware, software, operating systems, files, applications, information systems, computer networks, and the Internet. The course covers topics such as the evolution of computers, input/output devices, software types, operating system functions, file organization, word processing, spreadsheets, accounting software, information system components, network concepts, Internet services, and emerging trends. Upon completing the course, students should be able to apply ICT skills in business contexts such as selecting appropriate technology and using application software.

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INFORMATION COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY

ATD LEVEL I
DCM LEVEL I

STUDY TEXT

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GENERAL OBJECTIVE

This paper is intended to equip the candidate with knowledge, skills and attitudes that will enable him/her
to apply fundamental information communication technology (ICT) skills in business

LEARNING OUTCOMES

A candidate who passes this paper should be able to:

• Demonstrate knowledge of computer systems


• Select appropriate computer hardware and software
• Use various computer application packages
• Select various types of information systems
• Use computer networks and the Internet

CONTENT

1. Introduction to ICT
 ICT overview
 Types of ICTs
 Information centres
 Uses of ICT in business
 Impact of ICT in society

2. Computer systems
 Overview of a computer system
 Evolution of computers
 Elements of a computer system

3. Computer hardware
 Overview
 Input devices
 Output devices
 Processing devices
 Storage devices
 Communication devices
 Factors that determine the processing power of a computer
 Selection and acquisition of computer hardware

4. Computer software
 Overview of computer software
 System software
 Application software
 Other utility software
 Computer programming languages
 Selection and acquisition of computer software

5. Introduction to operating systems


 Overview of an operating system

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 Functions of an operating system
 Types of operating systems
 Computer booting
 Selection and acquisition of operating systems

6. Computer files
 Elements of a computer file
 Types of computer files
 Basic file design and storage
 File organisation
 File access methods

7. An overview of application packages

Word processing
 Features of word processor
 Formatting and editing text
 Creating and formatting tables
Spreadsheets
 Features of a spreadsheet program
 Formatting and editing spreadsheet
 Formulas and functions
 Charts and graphs
Presentation software
 Features of presentation program
 Typing and formatting text in slide
 Slide show
 Computerised accounting software
 Capturing data
 Features of accounting software

8. Overview of information systems


 Systems overview
 Information systems
 Components of an information system
 Role of information systems in an organisation
 Classification of information systems
 Types of information systems
 Overview of information systems security and controls

9. Computer networks
 Computer networks concepts
 Computer network hardware and software
 Data transmission media
 Types of computer networks
 Advantages and limitations of networking

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10. The Internet
 Applications of Internet
o Using search engines
o E-mails
o Electronic communication
 Introduction to the Internet
 Internet services - e -mails, WWW, instant messaging
 Searching for information on the Internet
 Internet service providers (ISPs)
 Applications of internet
 Impact of internet on society

11. Emerging issues and trends

CONTENT PAGE

Topic 1: Introduction to ICT…………………………………………………………………….... 5


Topic 2: Computer systems………………………………………………………………………..20
Topic 3: Computer hardware………………………………………………………………………41
Topic 4: Computer software……………………………………………………………………….70
Topic 5: Introduction to operating systems…………………………………………………..……80
Topic 6: Computer files……………………………………………………………………………106
Topic 7: An overview of application………………………………………………………………119
Topic 8: Overview of information systems…………………………………………………….….150
Topic 9: Computer networks………………………………………………………………………168
Topic 10: The Internet……………………………………………………………………………..190
Topic 11: Emerging issues and trends…………………………………………………………..…219

Revised on: June 2016

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