UNIVERSITI TENAGA NASIONAL
COLLEGE OF FOUNDATION AND GENERAL STUDIES
Course Outline
Business Computing 1
MGMF 014
Mrs. Azlina Mohamat Nor
Room: WSAS-2-009
Tel: 09 – 455 2020 (3143)
Fax: 09 – 455 2000
Email: azlinamn@uniten.edu.my
BUSINESS COMPUTING 1
Course Code
:
MGMF 014
Course Status
:
Core
Level
:
Foundation
Semester Taught
:
1
Credit
:
4
Pre-requisites
:
-
Assessments
:
Continuous Assessment
60%
Final examination
40%
Lecturers
:
Course Description
:
Azlina Mohamat Nor
This course aims are to provide an introduction to the world of
computers and information systems, including the components and
operations of a computer system. It is also aimed at introducing how
computers and information systems are used within business and
society. It also will equip students with essential skills of using business
software.
Course Outcomes vs. PO matrix:
Course Outcomes
1. Describe the definition of
computer and its components
PO1
PO2
PO4
PO5
PO6
PO7
X
2. Describe about the Internet
services and World Wide Web
X
3. Identify the types and forms of
application software.
X
4. Describe the components of the
system unit
X
5. Describe the various types of
input and output devices
X
6. Identify the various types of
storage devices
X
7. Get to know basic computer
application specifically Microsoft
Power Point, and Microsoft Word
X
Average PO
Assessments Methods
1. Final Exam
2. Midterm
3. Quizzes
4. Assignment / Project
5. Lab Test
Total student learning time
(SLT)
L = Lecture
T = Tutorial
P = Practical
O = Others
PO3
X
CO1
X
CO2
CO3
CO4
X
X
X
X
X
T
56
28
P
Course Outline :
Lecture
1. Introduction to Computers
 Computer Components
 Advantages and Disadvantages of using computer
 Networks and the Internet
 Computer Software
 Categories of computers
 Elements of an information system
 Computer application in society
2. The Internet and World Wide Web
 The Internet
 Evolution of the Internet
 The World Wide Web
CO6
X
X
X
X
X
CO7
X
X
Total guided and independent
learning
Face to face
L
CO5
X
O
76
160
PO8
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E-Commerce
Other Internet Services
Netiquette
3. Application Software
 The role of system software
 Business software
 Graphics and Multimedia Software
 Software for Home, Personal, and Educational use
 Web Applications
 Application Software for Communications
4. The Components of the System Unit
 The system unit
 Processor
 Data representation
 Memory
 Expansion slots and adapter cards
 Ports and connectors
 Buses
 Bays
 Power supply
5. Input
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Input devices
The keyboards
Pointing devices, mouse, other pointing devices
Touch screens and touch –sensitive pads
Pen input
Other input for smart phones
Game controllers
Digital cameras, voice input, and video input
Scanners and reading devices
Biometric input
Terminals
6. Output
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Display devices
Printers
Speakers, headphones, and earbuds
Other output devices
7. Storage
 Storage and hard disks
 Flash memory storage
 Cloud storage
 Optical discs
 Other types of storage
Computer Lab
Microsoft Office Word 2007 / 2010
Microsoft Office Power Point 2007 / 2010
References:
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
Shelly, G.B., Cashman, T.J. and Vermaat, M.E (2010), Discovering Computers 2011
(Complete), Thomson Course Technology.
O'Leary, Timothy J & Linda (2010) Computing Essentials 2011, Mac Graw Hill.
Program Outcomes
PO
No.
PO1
Bloom’s
Students graduating from the Foundation Program will have the ability to Domains
:
&
Levels
Acquire and demonstrate understanding of fundamental knowledge needed
C2
for degree program.
PO2
Apply the acquired knowledge to identify and solve complex problems.
PO3
Use technological tools and techniques to conduct experiments and/or
assignment, and to analyse data.
P
PO4
Communicate effectively.
P
PO5
Function effectively as a team member as well as a leader.
A
C4