Republic of the Philippines

POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY OF THE PHILIPPINES

OFFICE OF THE VICE PRESIDENT FOR BRANCHES AND CAMPUSES
STO. TOMAS BRANCH

PROGRAM: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

1st SEMESTER, SCHOOL YEAR 2022-2023

Course Title : Introduction to Computing

Course Code : COMP 001

Course Credit : 3 UNITS

Pre-Requisite : None

Course Description : This course is designed to provide students with a breadth-first overview of computing fundamentals. The materials covered in this course include concepts such as
components of the computer system, number system operation and conversion, data representation, digital logic system, levels of programming, computer networks,
computer applications, current trends and issues.

VISION OF THE UNIVERSITY

PUP: The National Polytechnic University

MISSION OF THE UNIVERSITY

Ensuring inclusive and equitable quality education and promoting lifelong learning opportunities through a re-engineered polytechnic university by committing to:

1. provide democratized access to educational opportunities for the holistic development of individuals with global perspective
2. offer industry-oriented curricula that produce highly-skilled professionals with managerial and technical capabilities and a strong sense of public service for nation building
3. embed a culture of research and innovation
4. continuously develop faculty and employees with the highest level of professionalism
5. engage public and private institutions and other stakeholders for the attainment of social development goal
6. establish a strong presence and impact in the international academic community

GOALS OF THE BRANCH

The PUP Sto. Tomas Branch commits to accomplish the following goals:
1. Sustain a culture of quality among the branch stakeholders by providing opportunities for student, faculty and staff development at the local, regional, national and international levels.
2. Develop and nurture collaborative research culture.
3. Champion knowledge and technology transfer through responsive sustainable and development-oriented community extension programs.
4. Provide a learning-conducive campus environment where technology driven resources are available to students, faculty member are available to students, faculty members and staff in enlarging their
skills and competencies to meet the demands of the changing times.
5. Ensure continuous improvement in the various areas of its operations through productive partnership and engagements with public, private and civil society acquire time.

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POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY OF THE PHILIPPINES
OFFICE OF THE VICE PRESIDENT FOR BRANCHES AND CAMPUSES
STO. TOMAS BRANCH

Institutional Learning Outcomes Program Outcomes Course Objectives

1.Creative and Critical Thinking - Graduates use their  Apply knowledge of computing, science, and mathematics  Identify and define the components of the computer system.
imaginative as well as a rational thinking ability to life appropriate to the discipline.
 Compare and understand the different number systems such
situations in order push boundaries, realize possibilities,  Analyze complex problems, and identify and define the
and deepen their interdisciplinary and general computing requirements appropriate to its solution. as binary, decimal, and hexadecimal number systems.
understanding of the world.  Identify and analyze user needs and take them into  Perform number conversion, fixed point and floating-point
account in the selection, creation, evaluation and
administration of computer-based systems. number representation.
 Design, implement, and evaluate computer-based  Understand the basics of digital logic system.
systems, processes, components, or programs to  Identify the different levels of programming.
meet desired needs and requirements under various
constraints.  Understand the concepts of data communication, network
 Integrate IT-based solutions into the user environment components, protocols and internet issues.
effectively.
 Be aware of the important social issues and the impact that it
 Assist in the creation of an effective IT project plan.
2. Effective Communication- Graduates are proficient  Communicate effectively with the computing is having on society.
in the four macro skills in communication (reading, community and with society at large about complex  Demonstrate awareness of the important social and ethical
writing, listening, and speaking) and are able to use computing activities through logical writing,
these skills in solving problems. Making decisions, and issues and computing technologies’ impact on such concerns.
presentations, and clear instructions.
articulating thoughts when engaging with people in  Evaluate tools and techniques for purposes of identifying best
various circumstances. practices in computing development.
3. Strong Service Orientation- Graduates exemplify  Function effectively as a member or leader of a
the potentialities of an efficient, well-rounded and development team recognizing the different roles  Explain fundamental principles, concepts and evolution of
responsible professional deeply committed to service within a team to accomplish a common goal. computing systems as they relate to different fields.
excellence.
 Expound on the recent developments in the different
4.Community Engagement- Graduates take an active  Understand best practices and standards and their
role in the promotion and fulfillment of various applications. computing knowledge areas.
advocacies (educational, social and environmental) for  Analyze solutions employed by organizations to address
the advancement of community welfare.
different computing issues.
5.Adeptness in the Responsible Use of Technology  Apply knowledge through the use of current
Graduates demonstrate optimized use of digital learning techniques, skills, tools and practices necessary for
abilities, including technical and numerical skills. the IT profession.
6. Passion to Lifelong Learning  Recognize the need for and engage in planning self-
Graduates are enabled to perform and function in the learning and improving performance as a foundation
society by taking responsibility in their quest to know for continuing professional development.
more about the world through lifelong learning.

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OFFICE OF THE VICE PRESIDENT FOR BRANCHES AND CAMPUSES
STO. TOMAS BRANCH

7. High Level of Leadership and Organizational Skills  Function effectively as a member or leader of a
Graduates are developed to become the best development team recognizing the different roles
professionals in their respective disciplines by within a team to accomplish a common goal.
manifesting the appropriate skills and leaderships
qualities.
8. Sense of Personal and Professional Ethics  Understand professional, ethical, legal, security and
Graduates show desirable attitudes and behavior either social issues and responsibilities in the utilization of
in their personal and professional circumstances. information technology.
9.Sense of National and Global Responsiveness  Analyze the local and global impact of computing
Graduates’ deep sense of national compliments the information technology on individuals, organizations,
need to live in a global village where one’s culture and and society.
other people culture are respected.

COURSE PLAN

Week Topic Learning Outcomes Methodology Resources Assessment

Show interest and appreciation of

Class Orientation,
the importance in knowing the
Introduction of the Course Contents, Review of the Course
Week 1-2 course Course Syllabus None
Activities, and Requirements Syllabus, and Course
Know the expectations and
Requirements.
requirements of the course.
(Lesson#1)-Overview of ICT
• Role of IT in education, health, Instructional Material on
Understand the roles of IT.
career, money, leisure, and COMP20013-Introduction to
Identifies various
government Computing (2021); Marienel N.
events/improvements in the
• Cyberspace, WWW, Internet, Velasco
computing world. Synchronous Lecture Activity/Assignment #1
History of Internet, History of
Know the Internet Asynchronous Lecture
Computer.
Week 3-4 Qualifies the understanding of  Interactive Discussion
• Varieties of Computer Computer Science Illuminated
computer usage  Assigned Reading
• Server and Client computer (2020); Dale, Nell
Categorizes computers and
• Hardware/Storage devices
elements of computer system.
• Software Theory, Practice and Techniques in
• Computer Development Web Development (2018); 3G E-
• Communication Development Learning LLC

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POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY OF THE PHILIPPINES
OFFICE OF THE VICE PRESIDENT FOR BRANCHES AND CAMPUSES
STO. TOMAS BRANCH

(Lesson#2)-The Internet
• What is the Internet?
Understand the internet and
• How to connect to the internet
WWW;
• Broadband & Types of Data Cybersecurity Essentials (2018);
Identifies the different types of
Transmission Brooks, Charles J. Activity/Assignment #2
data transmission and
• Data transmission speeds
transmission speeds;
• Types of Internet Connections
Knows the different types of
Week 5-6 • Kinds of ISPs Discovering Computers: Digital
internet connections and ISPs;
• Internet Communications technology, Data, and Services Quiz # 1
Explains the different social
• Data flow on the internet (2018); Vermaat, Misty E.
networking sites; and
• Who runs the internet?
Apply the different
• World Wide Web
Internet slang that is used today.
• Social Networking Sites/ Understanding Computers: Today
Internet Slang and Tomorrow (2017); Morley,
(Lesson#3)-Computing Technologies Synchronous Lecture Deborah
 Cloud Computing Explain and understand Cloud, Asynchronous Lecture
Week 7-8 • Green Computing Green, and Ubiquitous Computing  Interactive Discussion Project#1
• Ubiquitous Computing Know the Social Media Revolution  Research work Discovering Computers
Social Media Revolution  Assigned Reading Fundamentals Your Interactive
Guide to the Digital World, 8th
Week 9 Midterm Examination Edition (2014); Andrews, Jean
Synchronous Lecture
(Lesson#4-Part1) Familiarize yourself on the Asynchronous Lecture
Computer Ethics, Privacy, and Security different Computer Ethics, Note: Extended Readings may be
 Interactive Discussion assigned by the professor.
Week 10-11 Privacy, and Security Project#2
 Research work
(Lesson#4-Part2)-Cyberbullying Understand cyber bullying
 Assigned Reading
INSTRUCTIONAL MEDIA:
(Lesson#5)-Word Processing/Typing Videos related to topics Activity/Assignment #3
Synchronous Lecture mentioned above
(Lesson#6)-Database Understand and use the different Asynchronous Lecture Activity/Assignment #4
systems and application software  Interactive Discussion
Week 12-16
(Lesson#7)-Spreadsheets for productivity and creativity  Hands-on Activity
 Assigned Reading Quiz # 2
(Lesson#8)-PowerPoint/Multimedia

Final Examination
Week 17-18
(Hands-on Activity/Project)

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POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY OF THE PHILIPPINES
OFFICE OF THE VICE PRESIDENT FOR BRANCHES AND CAMPUSES
STO. TOMAS BRANCH

COURSE POLICIES:

1. The course is expected to have a minimum of two (2) quizzes. No make-up tests will be given.
2. Assignments/Activity/Reports/Projects works will be given throughout the semester. Such requirements shall be due as announced in class. Late submission shall be penalized with
grade deductions or shall no longer be accepted, depending on the subject facilitator’s discretion.
3. Students must attend classes regularly, including possible make-up courses. The student will be held liable for all topics covered and assignments made during their absence. The
university guidelines on attendance and tardiness will be implemented.
4. Contents of the syllabus are subject to modification with notification.
5. Existing university policies and guidelines should be implemented regarding the subject's withdrawal and dropping.

COURSE GRADING SYSTEM:

Midterm (1st Grading) Final (2nd Grading) Average (Final Grade)

Class Standing 70% Class Standing 70%

 Quiz, Assignments/Activities, Project, and  Quiz, Assignments/Activities, Project, and Midterm + Final
Attendance Attendance 2
Major Examination 30% Major Examination 30%

Prepared by: Reviewed and Validated by:

MS. MARIENEL N. VELASCO ENGR. LIZA MARIE B. NUEVO

Faculty In-Charge Head, Academic Programs

Approved by:

DR. ARMANDO A. TORRES

Director

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