The following outline will serve as a basis for the training relative to computers and their applications. Hands-on experiences will be emphasized. Topics covered will be in such depth that personnel in the class(s) will gain a working knowledge of the various concepts. Various modules may be extracted from this outline in order to develop a class that would meet the needs of any specific group of individuals.
COMPUTERS AND THEIR APPLICATIONS
I. Introduction
A. Introduction to the World of Computers
1. What is a computer?
2. Computer Systems:
B. Computer Systems and Information Processing
II. Hardware
A. Input and Output equipment
4. Printers
5. Other Input Devices
6. Other Output Devices
B. The Central Processing Unit and Memory
C. Secondary Storage
1. Properties
2. Magnetic Disk
III. Software
A. System Software
1. Functions
2. Disk Operating System
2. Windows
3. Windows 95
B. Productivity Software
IV. Telecommunications
A. Fundamentals of Transferring Data
1. Types of Media
2. Media Speed
3. Media Mode
4. Media Signals
B. Networks
C. Electronic Mail
D. Online Providers
1. Subscription Services
2. The Internet
V. Social Concern
A. Computers in Our Lives: Today and Tomorrow
B. Social Issues involving Computers
VI: Computer Instructions
A. Program Development
B. Programming Languages
VII. Future Trends
A. Hardware
B. Software
VIII> Discussion
CS 121 - Introduction to Computing
Date: Fall Semester, 1996
Instructor: Dr. James Holloway Office: McCord Hall, Room: 5P Credit: 3 Semester Hours E-mail address:hollowayj@harpo.tnstate.edu Homepage: Under Construction Office Hours: TR 8:00 am - 1:30 pmThis course is designed to introduce the student to the concept of computers and to allow the student to become familiar with the operations of the computer. Topics included are: history of computers, computer hardware, computer software, databases, word processing, spreadsheets, BASIC programming, and the social concerns of computing.
Students are expected to:
attend all classes. Students coming to class late and/or
leaving early will be considereded absence. Absences which
are not excused may lower the final letter grade. Each
student should read the university's policy on class
attendance.
study the assigned material before coming to class. It is the
student's responsibility to get assignments when absence.
complete all assigned projects according to both written and
oral instructions.
perform all projects independently unless assigned to a team,
and meet all deadlines for completing and turning in such projects.
No assignments or projects will be accepted
after the due date.
take all exams. No make-up of exams will be allowed. The
weight of the final exam will be increased to compensate for all missed exams.
Using Computers Custom by Shelly and Cashman
Basis of Student Evaluation (Approximation):
Class Exams (5 exams worth 100 points each) 500 points
Class Assignments-Lab exercises 300 points
Final Exam ((Comprehensive) 200 points
Total 1000 points
Letter grade determination:
Grade Overall Average # of Points Required
A 90 - 100% 900 - 1000 points
B 80 - 89% 800 - 899 points
C 70 - 79% 700 - 799 points
D 60 - 69% 600 - 699 points
F 0 - 59% 0 - 599 points
A variety of instructional methods are used in this course and include:
lectures and explanations, which will introduce the student to
computers and give the student an understanding of how the computer is designed.
discussion periods, which are used to aid the student in the
understanding of the many computer concepts and types available today.
outside reading assignments, which will create an awareness of
impact of new concepts and design tools on computers.
students are expected to study outside the classroom a minimum
of three (3) hours per one (1) hour of classroom time on this course.
By the end of this semester the student should be able to have:
an awareness of the organization of computers.
an understanding of the development and functions of the
hardware which has led to modern computing devices.
an understanding of the capabilities of a computer system to process and store data.
a detailed knowledge of the components of a computer system and how the computer works.
an understanding of the phrases and terminologies used in the computer world.
a detailed understanding of the data processing cycle:
INPUT..PROCESS..OUTPUT.
an understanding of programming concepts.
an understanding of application software.
Each student whether present or not, is responsible for all material covered in class and for all assignments.
Professionalism in data processing or computer science (or any major) is characterized by promptness, positive attitude, attention to detail, and the ability to express ideas clearly and accurately. These are the traits that must be mastered to become a professional in the student's area of academic major.
CS 121
Introduction to Computing
Class Schedule (M,T,W,R)
| Week No. | Date Week Starts | Assignments |
1 |
Aug. 28 |
Introduction Chap. 1 |
2 |
Sept. 4 |
Chap. 2 Lab - Intro. |
3 |
Sept. 11 |
Chap. 3, Exam. Lab - DOS |
4 |
Sept. 18 |
Chap. 4 Lab - WP Proc. |
5 |
Sept. 25 |
Chap. 5 Lab - WP |
6 |
Oct. 2 |
Chap. 6, Exam. Lab - WP |
7 |
Oct. 9 |
Chap. 7 Lab - WP |
8 |
Oct. 16 |
Chap. 8 Lab - WP |
9 |
Oct. 23 |
Chap. 9, Exam. Lab - Spreadsheet |
10 |
Oct. 30 |
Chap. 10 Lab - SS |
11 |
Nov. 6 |
Chap. 11 Lab - Databases |
12 |
Nov. 13 |
Chap. 12, Exam. Lab - DB |
13 |
Nov. 20 |
Chap. 13 |
14 |
Nov. 27 |
Lab - BASIC |
15 |
Dec. 4 |
Exam / Review |
CS 365
CS 365 - Microcomputers
Date: Fall Semester, 1996> Instructor: Dr. Philip Ollapally Office: McCord Hall, Room: 05L E-mail address:ollapally@harpo.tnstate.edu Homepage: Under Construction Office Hours:MWF 9:00 am -10:00 am MW 12:00 pm -1:30 pm T 10:40 am -1:10 pm R 10:40 am -12:10 pm
Credit: 3 Semester Hours Purpose and Goals:
This course is designed to introduce the student to the concepts of microcomputers and to allow the student to become familiar with the operations of the microcomputer. Topics included are: hardware such as processors, memory, disks, video, and printers; traffic control, DOS, graphics, character set, BIOS, windows, and networks.
Students are expected to: attend all classes. Students coming to class late and/or leaving early will be considered absence. Absences which are not excused will lower the final letter grade. Each student should read the university's policy on class attendance. Study the assigned material before coming to class. It is the student's responsibility to get assignments when absence. Complete all assigned projects according to both written and oral instructions. Perform all projects independently unless assigned to a team, and meet all deadlines for completing and turning in such projects. No assignments or projects will be accepted after the due date. Take all exams. No make-up of exams will be allowed. The weight of the final exam will be increased to compensate for all missed exams.
The Indispensable PC Hardware Book , 2nd ed. by Messmer
Basis of Student Evaluation (Approximation):
Class exams (4 exams worth 100 points each) 400 points
Class assignments and/or projects (Labs) 300 points
Final exam (comprehensive) 200 points
Total 900 points
Letter grade determination:
Grade Overall Average # of Points Required
A 90 - 100% 810 - 900 points
B 80 - 89% 720 - 809 points
C 70 -79% 630 - 719 points
D 60 - 69% 540 - 629 points
F 0 - 59% 0 - 539 points
A variety of instructional methods are used in this course and include: lectures and explanations, which will introduce the student to microcomputers and give the student and understanding of how the microcomputer is designed. Discussions periods, which are used to aid the student in the understanding of the many microcomputer concepts and types available today. Outside reading assignments, which will create an awareness of the impact of new concepts and design tools on microcomputers. Projects, which will provide hands-on activities and the opportunity to research information in both the laboratory and library. Students will have the opportunity to present orally, over the computer network, and in written form. Students are expected to study outside the classroom a minimum of three (3) hours per one (1) hour of classroom time on this course.
By the end of this semester the student should be able to have: an awareness of the organization of microcomputers. An understanding of the development and functions of the hardware which has led to modern microcomputing devices. An understanding of the capabilities of a microcomputer system to process and store data. A detailed knowledge of the components of a microcomputer system and how the computer works. An understanding of the phrases and terminologies used in the microcomputer world. A detailed understanding of the data processing cycle:
INPUT...PROCESS...OUTPUT
An understanding of programming concepts. An understanding of application software.
Each student whether present or not, is responsible for all material covered in class and for all assignments.
Professionalism in computer science is characterized by promptness, positive attitude, attention to detail, and the ability to express ideas clearly and accurately. These are the traits that must be mastered to become a professional computer scientist.
CS 365
Class Schedule
Week No. Date Assignment
1 May 29 Introduction
30
2 June 3 Chap. 2
4 Chap. 3
5 Chap. 4
6 Exam, Project - Logic Gates
3 10 Chap. 10, Project - Cache Memory
11 Chap. Project - 486 Clones, Chap. 12
12 Chap. 17, Project - Compatiblility
13 Exam, Chap. 18
4 17 Chap. 19, 20
18 Chap. 21, 22
19 Chap. 23, Project - DMA
20 Exam, Chap. 27
5 24 Chap. 28, Project -CD Storage
25 Chap. 29, Project - Printer Technology
26 Chap. 30, Project - Video Display Tech.
27 Exam, Chap 31
6 1 Chap. 32, Project - Multimedia
2 Review, Project - Power PCs
3 Final Exam