Authorised by Academic Registrar, April 1996
Objectives To provide an overview of the up-to-date computer applications, operating environments, and hardware.
Synopsis Introduction to computers. The end user perspective. Social and ethical implications of computerisation. Computing profession. Information super highway. Computer-based information systems. Understanding hardware and software. Operating system concepts. Computer viruses and how to avoid them. Data communications and networking. Buying a personal computer. GUI environments. Software productivity tools: word processing, databases, spread sheets, graphical design, and desktop publishing essentials.
Assessment Examination (2 hours): 60% + Laboratory work and assignments: 40%