Introduction to Information Technology

  • College of Management & Technology |
  • English

Description

This course provides an introduction to business computer information systems. Concepts, components, and operation of computer systems will be presented, including hardware, software, communication, networking and their integration into information systems. The student will gain hands-on experience working with microcomputer applications and programming.

Program

Management Information Systems

Objectives

  • Define major trends in information technology as they relate to computerized information systems. Introduce the components of any computer system and how they function. Describe the meaning of software and its categories. Present the concept of computer communication and networking and its motives. Highlight major functional applications and impact of information technology (such as the Internet) on individuals, organizations, and society. Hands on experience working with Microsoft Windows 98 (operating system), Word (word processor), PowerPoint (presentation), E-mail and either Internet Explorer or Netscape (Web browser) on PC compatible microcomputers to solve a variety of businesses related problems

Textbook

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Course Content

content serial Description
1Basic Concepts & IT Careers and Certification Traditional Information technology career path Differences between computer science, systems engineering, and computer information science Job Titles & performances in IS departments Skills IS managers are looking for in IT workers
2Becoming fluent with computers and the Internet The importance of computer fluency The four basic operations of a computer Responsible computer usage The difference between SS and AS The Internet and internet services
3Input and Output: Data In, Information Out The Decision-Making Process Decision Making Styles Making Decisions in Groups
4Inside the System Unit Components found inside the system unit How the CPU processes data Types of memory
5System Software The importance of an operating system Components of a computer?s system software
6Networks Main types of computer networks The importance of protocols in a computer network Business applications of WANs
7The internet The internet and its popularity The most popular internet services Differences between internet addresses and domain names
8Databases and Information Systems Uses of database program Basic components of a database Capabilities of a database program
9Artificial Intelligence What does Artificial Intelligence mean knowledge base
10Multimedia Multimedia Hardware Multimedia Applications
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Markets and Career

  • Generation, transmission, distribution and utilization of electrical power for public and private sectors to secure both continuous and emergency demands.
  • Electrical power feeding for civil and military marine and aviation utilities.
  • Electrical works in construction engineering.

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