Chabot College
Fall 2001
Removed Fall 2006
Course Outline for Electronics and Computer Technology 90
INTRODUCTION TO THE INTERNET
Catalog Description:
90 - Introduction to the Internet
1 unit
Introduction to the Internet and the World Wide Web. Using a web browser to traverse the Internet.
Using search programs to locate information. Retrieving files with File Transfer Protocol (FTP). Using
Telnet to access remote computer networks. Sending and receiving e-mail. Subscribing to Usenet
groups. Locating an Internet service provider. 1 hour lecture, 1 hour laboratory.
Prerequisite Skills:
None
Expected Outcomes for Students:
Upon completion of the course, the student should be able to:
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use a graphical web browser interface to traverse the Internet;
send and receive e-mail;
set and edit bookmarks;
subscribe and unsubscribe to user groups;
use search engines to look for information on the Internet;
use FTP for transferring files;
use Telenet for remote access of computer networks.
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History of the Internet and the World Wide Web
Comparison of web browsers
Web browser use and customization
E-mail program usage
File transfer protocol (FTP) usage
Telneting to remote computers
Functions and operation of search engines
Setting and modifying Bookmarks
Popular web sites
Methods of Presentation:
1. Lecture-discussion
2. Multi-media presentations
3. Laboratory exercises and demonstrations
Assignments and Methods of Evaluating Student Progress:
1. Typical Assignments
a. Use a browser to connect to an Internet site
b. Use a search engine to locate information on a specific topic
c. Use e-mail to connect to other e-mail users
d. Use the Internet to identify specific shopping sites
e. Use the Internet to locate and download audio and video information
2. Methods of Evaluating Student Progress
a. Homework assignments
b. Quizzes and exams
c. In-class assignments
Chabot College
Course Outline for Electronics and Computer Technology 90
Fall 2001
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Textbook (s} (Typical):
Using Netscape, the User Friendly Reference, Warren Ernst, Que Corporation Publishers, 1999
Special Student Materials:
Diskettes
NR:db/et90 New12/9