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COSC 101 Computer Literacy

COSC 101 is a 3-credit introductory computer literacy course with no prerequisites. The course covers the interaction of computer hardware and software, including productivity software, social and ethical impacts of computers, and computer security. Students learn to use operating systems, word processing, spreadsheets, databases, presentations, email, and the internet. The course aims to provide students with a fundamental understanding of computers and their role in society. Students are evaluated based on computer application assignments, a reaction paper or book review, and quizzes and exams.

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COSC 101 Computer Literacy

COSC 101 is a 3-credit introductory computer literacy course with no prerequisites. The course covers the interaction of computer hardware and software, including productivity software, social and ethical impacts of computers, and computer security. Students learn to use operating systems, word processing, spreadsheets, databases, presentations, email, and the internet. The course aims to provide students with a fundamental understanding of computers and their role in society. Students are evaluated based on computer application assignments, a reaction paper or book review, and quizzes and exams.

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COSC 101 Computer Literacy

 BTED101/COSC101/IFMG101 Computer Literacy 3c-0l-3cr

Prerequisites: None

An introductory course designed to provide students with a fundamental understanding of


computers. The course familiarizes students with the interaction of computer hardware
and software. Emphasis is placed on the application of microcomputers, the use of
productivity software (word processing, spreadsheet management, file and database
management, presentation graphics, web browsers, search strategies, and e-mail), and the
social and ethical aspects of the impact of computers on society. (Does not count toward
Computer Science major). Note: This course is cross listed as BTED and IFMG 101.
Any of these courses may be substituted for each other and may be used interchangeably
for D or F repeats but may not be counted for duplicate credit.

Course Outcomes
At the end of the course, students will be able to:

1. List the components of a computer system.


2. Use software in the categories of operating systems, word processing,
spreadsheet, database management, presentation graphics, and the enhancement
of learning.
3. Use e-mail and the Internet to communicate and locate information
4. Understand the historical, current, and future trends in computing.
5. Identify issues in computing as they relate to ethnic and racial minorities, ethical,
social, psychological, political, and economic implications.
6. Develop critical thinking in the area of current Information Technology issues.
7. Identify issues of computer security.
8. Comprehend the components and elements of a computer network.
9. Recognize women who have contributed to the field of technology

Detailed Course Outline

10. Introduction to Computing Systems (1hour)


 History of Computer Development
 Classification of Computer Systems
11. Computer Hardware (4 hours)
 Components of Computer Systems
 Microprocessors
 Primary and Secondary Storage
 Input/Output Components
12. Systems Software (4 hours)
 Real Time, Single-user, Multi-user, and Multitasking Operating Systems,
 System Software: Language Translators & Utility Programs
 Advanced Features of Operating Systems of Computer Systems
13. Fundamental Concepts and Basic use of Major Applications (22 hours)
 File Management
 Word Processing
 Electronic Spreadsheets
 Database Management
 Presentation Graphics
 Use of the Internet for Information Retrieval and Communications
14. Other Personal Use Applications Software (1 hour)
 Personal Finance Management
 Management Information Systems/Decision Support Systems
 Artificial Intelligence and Expert Systems (Basic ideas)
15. Computer Networking (3 hours)
 Components of Data Communications Systems
 Diversity of Networks
16. Impact of Computers on Society and the Individual (2 hours)
 Computers in Business, Education, Government, Arts and Sciences
 Ethnicity and racial minorities and ethical considerations, social,
psychological, political and economics
 Ergonomics, Green Computing
 Women in Technology
17. Information Assurance (3 hours)
 Computer Abuse
 Computer Misuse
 Computer Security
 Computer Crime
18. Class Exams (2 hours)

Final Exam (2 hours)

Evaluation Methods

19. Computer Application Assignments. Each student will complete lab assignments
covering word processing, spreadsheets, database management, presentation
graphics and electronic mail concepts. (45% of grade)
20. Reaction papers and/or book review. Each student will read the supplemental
book assigned and create either a reaction paper or book review of the assigned
book. (10% of grade)
21. Quizzes and Exams. Students will take quizzes and exams on the textbook
readings and the application products. There is a minimum of two exams during
the course of a regular teaching semester. A final exam will occur at the end of
the semester. (45% of grade).

Grading Scale
Assignment/Test Percentage of Grade

Computer Application Assignments 45

Reaction papers and/or book review 10

Quizzes and Exams 45

TOTAL 100

Grading:

90 to 100% A

80 to 89% B

70 to 79% C

60 to 69% D

Below 60% F

Undergraduate Course Attendance Policy


The university attendance policy will be implemented in class

Required Textbook(s), Supplemental Books and


Readings
Pinard, R, (2012), Cmptr, What’s Inside, Course Technology Publishing

Burniski, R. W., (2008), Literacy in the Digital Age, Corwin Press, California

Grayson, R. (2011), Managing your Digital Footprint, The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc,
New York.

Joseph-N. T. (2012) Introduction to Digital Culture, Living and Thinking in and


Information Age, Cognella Publishing, San Diego, California.

Palfrey, J. & Gasser, U., (2008) Born Digital, Understanding the First Generation of
Digital Natives, Basic Books Publishing, New York.

Paparella, M. S., Smiko, E. (2010) Current Topics in Technology, Third Edition,


Cengage Publishing
Solove, D. J., (2007) The future of reputation: gossip, rumor, and privacy on the internet,
Yale University Press

Bibliography
Grauer, R., Poatsy, M., Hulett, M.,Krebs, C., Mast, K., Mulbery, K., Hogan, L.,
Exploring Microsoft Office 2010, Volume 1, Pearson, New York, 2012.

Palfrey, J. & Gasser, U., Born Digital, Understanding the First Generation of Digital
Natives, Basic Books Publishing, New York, 2008.

Paparella, M. S., Smiko, E. Current Topics in Technology, Third Edition, Cengage


Publishing, 2010.

Pinard, R, Cmptr, What’s Inside, Course Technology Publishing, 2012.

Solove, D. J., The future of reputation: gossip, rumor, and privacy on the internet, Yale
University Press, 2007.

Townsend, K., Ferrett, R., Hain, C., Vargas, Skills for Success with Office 2010, Volume
1, 2/E, Prentice Hall, New York, 2013.

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