IT LITERACY [BASIC]
Course outline
Lecture One: Introduction to computers
Lecture Two: Internet and World Wide Web
Lecture Three: Computer Management
Lecture Four: MS word
Lecture Five: MS Excel
Lecture Six: MS PowerPoint
Lecture 7: Computer Security and Ethical issues
Lecture 8: Microsoft Access
Topic 9 -TBA
IT literacy is defined as the knowledge and ability to use computers and related technology
efficiently, with skill levels ranging from elementary use to computer programming and advanced
problem solving. Computer literacy can also refer to the comfort level someone has with using
computer programs and applications. Another valuable component is understanding how computers
work and operate. An individual's level of computer literacy is measured on the scale of the how
skilled they are when it comes to using computers and other related tools in achieving a goal.
Computer literacy may be distinguished from computer programming, which primarily focuses on
the design and coding of computer programs rather than the familiarity and skill in their use.
(a) Course Description
In this course, students are to learn about the basic organization, concepts and terminologies in a
computerized environment. They are also to get an in depth understanding of common computer
applications. The use of related
applications in different operating systems will be explored.
(b) Course Objectives
The aims of the course unit are to:
1. Equip students with basic knowledge about computer organization;
2. Equip students with skills of using common office applications;
3. Expose students to different operating systems;
4. Equip students with skills of how to use the Internet;
5. Equip students with knowledge about common text editors in different operating
systems.
(c) Learning Outcomes
On completion of this course unit, the students will be able to:
6. Describe the different parts of a computer;
7. Describe the historical evolution of computers;
8. Competently use the common office applications in at least two operating
9. systems and;
10. Competently know how to use the Internet.
11. Competently use common text editors in at least two operating systems.
(d) Mode of Delivery
Blended learning including:
Lectures
Practical sessions in the computer laboratories.
Online learning management systems
Class discussions and presentations
Problem-based/case studies
Project-based assignments that can be done in groups
(g) Mode of Assessment
The assessment will be in form of:
Tests 20%
Individual/Group assignment 20%
Final written exam 60%
(h) Reading List
[1] Preston, J. Preston, S. & Ferrett, R. Computer Literacy: Computing Fundamentals, 2nd Edition.
Prentice Hall Press., 2013.
[2] Williams, B.K. & Sawyer, S.C., Using Information Technology; A practical introduction to
computers & Communications. Richard D Irwin, 2007
[3] Snyder, L. 2018. Fluency with information technology: Skills, Concepts, and Capabilities, 4th
Edition. NY, NY : Pearson, 2018
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