This course, using both lecture and laboratory practice, introduces
students to basic computer concepts in hardware, software,
networking, computer security, programming, database, e-commerce,
decision support systems, and other emerging technologies such as
blogs, wiki, RSS, podcasting, and Google applications. Additional
lectures examine social, legal, ethical issues including privacy,
intellectual property, health concerns, green computing, and
accessibility. Students learn techniques to search, evaluate, validate,
and cite information found online. Widely used applications including
word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and presentation software.
- Faculty: Magdalene Unajan