Introduction to Computer is an introductory course related to Information and Communication Technologies. The aims of teaching the computer application are to provide students with an opportunity to develop an understanding of the basic operations of the computer system and computer application software. They will also develop the skill of using computer application software for problem-solving and performing the variant operations. The objectives of the course include the basic understanding of computer software, hardware, and associated technologies working of the computers in the workplace, communications systems, and the influence of Internet technologies.

COURSE CODE: COMP-201

CREDIT HOURS: 03

PREREQUISITES: None

COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES

At the end of the course the students will be able to:

• Endow with practical knowledge and a deep understanding of Computers. It would help them to address real-world problems associated with the applications of computers.
• Gain a basic understanding of computer software, hardware, internet technologies and associated technologies.
• Gain the computer skills related to Word Processing, Spreadsheet, Electronic Presentations, Web Surfing and E-mail.

TEXTBOOK: Discovering Computers by Gary B. Shelly & Misty E. Vermaat, Course Technology; 1st Edition (January 25. 2011).

COURSE CONTENTS

• Basic definitions and concepts
• Hardware: Computer system and components, storage devices
• Software: operating systems, programming and application software
• Introduction to programming
• Databases and information system networks
• Data communication
• The internet: browsers and search engines
• Email collaborative computing and social networking
• E-commerce
• IT Security and other issues
• Use of Microsoft Office tools (MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Excel)

COURSE ASSESSMENT:

• Final Term Exam: 50 Marks
• Mid Term Exam: 30 Marks
• Sessional: 20 Marks
  • Quiz: 05 Marks
  • Assignment: 05 Marks
  • Project & Presentation: 10 Marks

CLASS TIMINGS: 

1. BS 3rd Regular (Monday 08:00 AM - 10:00 AM) (Tuesday 08:00 AM - 09:00 AM)
2. BSSE 3rd Self-Support (Monday 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM) (Tuesday 11:00 AM - 01:00 PM)