INTRODUCTION

Introduction to information and communication technologies is designed to familiarize students with computer and their applications. It will also emphasize the use of computer and technology throughout their future careers. Students will learn fundamental concepts about computer hardware and software and become familiar with a variety of computer applications.

CREDIT HOURS: 03

PREREQUISITES: None

COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES

Upon completion of this course, the student will be able apply technical knowledge and perform specific technical skills, including:

1) Describe the usage of computers and why computers are essential components in business and society.

 2) Utilize the Internet Web resources and evaluate on-line e-business system.

3) Solve common business problems using appropriate Information Technology applications and systems.

 4) Identify categories of programs, system software and applications. Organize and work with files and folders.

 5) Describe various types of networks network standards and communication software.

TEXT   BOOK: Discovering_Computers_Fundamentals_Living_in_a_Digital_World_Gary_B._Shelly,_Misty_E._Vermaat.

Lesson plan

Week 1 Introduction to information technology

Week 2 Understanding computer system

Week 3 Computer software’s

Week 4 Operating system

Week 5 Ms Word Practice

Week 6 Computer Hardware

Week 7 Programming Languages

Week 8 Mid Term

Week 9 Files and data basics

Week 10 Communication networking basics

Week 11 Internet

Week 12 internet Browsers

Week 13 Database

Week 14 Information system importance in business

Week 15 E-Banking

Week 16 Final Term

COURSE ASSESSMENT:

30 Marks Mid Term

50 Marks final term

20 Marks sessional (Assignments, Quizzes and Class Participation as well as attendance)

CLASS TIMING: B.com 2nd Regular (Monday: 9 – 10:30 AM)

                             B.com 2nd Regular (Tuesday: 9-20 – 10-30 AM)