Introduction to Computers

Description

This course provides an introduction to computers and computing. It is designed to give students an understanding of how computers work, their capabilities, limitations, and applications. It includes computer system components, numbering systems, systems and applications software, and programming concepts. The practical part of the course introduces students to the basics of the Python programming language.

Program

Information Systems Program

Objectives

• 1. Understand and state the importance of computers and computation.
  2. Understand the capabilities and limitations of computers.
  3. Identify and explain what computers are and how they work, including the computer hardware components and their types and specifications.
  4. Understand and use numbering systems.
  5. Understand system and application software with examples.
  6. Understand the use algorithms and flowcharts.
  7. Develop simple programs using a high-level programming language.