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The course 'Introduction to Information and Communication Technologies' (EDU 1020) aims to equip students with essential ICT skills and knowledge about current and future developments in the field. Students will learn about various components of ICTs, computer hardware and software, and their applications in information work, teaching, and administration. The course includes practical sessions on Microsoft Office and assessment through continuous assignments and a final examination.

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COURSE TITLE INTRODUCTION TO INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION

TECHNOLOGIES
COURSE CODE EDU 1020
CREDIT HOURS 183
CREDIT UNITS 6.1
PREREQUISITES NONE

COURSE AIMS:

The course aims at introducing students to a variety of ICTs and equip them with the basic skills
on their usage. It also aims at acquainting them with current and future developments in ICTs so
that they are more effective in their work as information intermediaries and Information Managers.

OBJECTIVES

At the end of the course a student should be able to:

i. explain the major components of ICTs and its uses in society,
ii. explain the concept of a Digital World,
iii. demonstrate an understanding of the computer hardware and software,
iv. utilize basic application packages such as word processing and spread sheets,
v. demonstrate an understand basic Computer Networks,
vi. implement computer security measures,
vii. Use the Internet.

CO-REQUISITES
NONE

COURSE CONTENT

1. Introduction to ICTs
o Concepts of ICTs
o Types of ICTs
o Uses of ICTs in various sectors
2. Application of ICTs
o Creation of Information
o Storage of information
o Dissemination of Information
3. Concept of Digital World and Digital Natives
o Definition
o Globalization
o Digitization of Goods
o Speed
o Measure of Products and Services
o Role of Ideas
o New Markets and Pricing
4. Computer Ergonomics
o Why is it important
o What are the risks
5. History of Computing Devices
o Brief History of Computers
o Early Developments in Electronic Data Processing
o Computer Generations
6. Computer Hardware
 Core Components
 Input Hardware
 Output Hardware
 Secondary Storage Hardware
 Communications Hardware
 Multi-media Devices
7. Computer Software
 Systems Software
 Operating Systems
 Utility Programmes
 Language Translators
o Application Software
 Personal Productivity Software
 Vertical and Horizontal Market software
o Opensource vs Proprietary Software

8. Use of ICTs in information work, teaching, learning and administration

o Word processing
o Spread sheets
o Presentation software
o Database management systems (e-granary, OPAC, module, institutional repositories
and e-resource)
9. Computer Networks
o Definitions
o Types of Networks
o Hardware and Software for Networks
10. Social networks
o What are social networks
o Types of social networks
o Benefits of social networks
o Risks of social networks
11. The Internet
o History of the Internet
o Searching Internet based resources
o Websites
12. Security and Safety
o Physical security
o E-safety
o Security of data
o Additional security for online data
Suggested Practical Work

1. Introduction Microsoft Office suit.

i) Microsoft Word
ii) PowerPoint
iii) Excel
iv) Access
v) Publisher
2. Content Management Systems
i) Word Press

METHOD OF TEACHING

Three one hour lectures per week

One two-hour practical session per week
One field trip per term
ASSESSMENT

Component of assessment Number Contribution to overall

grading (%)
Continuous assessment
Assignments 1 10
Laboratory sessions 2 10
Quiz 1 10
Tests 2 20
Other components (specify) n/a n/a
Sub-total of continuous assessment 60
Final examination 1 40

PRESCRIBED READING

Ajoy; K.R, & Tinku. A (2011). Information Technology (Principles and Applications) PHI
Learning Private Limited, New Delhi.
Norton ; P. (2013). Introduction to Computers 7th Edition. McGraw Hill Education Private

Limited.
Khandare, S.S.& Sheikh; A.M. (2010). Information Technology and Strategic

Management.S.Chand.

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COURSE TITLE INTRODUCTION TO INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION

At the end of the course a student should be able to:

8. Use of ICTs in information work, teaching, learning and administration

1. Introduction Microsoft Office suit.

Three one hour lectures per week

Component of assessment Number Contribution to overall

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