CIS 212 - Introduction to Computer Information Systems

General Ed.: Block VII
Prerequisite: None
Available in: Fall, Spring, Summer
Credits: 3
Type: Computer Literacy and Application Tools

Course Description

Introduction to computer hardware and software systems, the Internet, HTML, and microcomputer applications including spreadsheets, word processing, database, presentation graphics, electronic mail, and Web browsing. Gen. Ed. Block VII.

Course Objectives

1. To understand the concepts, components and capabilities of information technology and its relevance in society
2. To develop skill to effectively use standard microcomputer software packages including spreadsheet, database, word processing, and presentation graphics
3. To understand the concepts of problem solving using standard microcomputer software packages
4. To learn basics for using the Internet technology for information searching and communication
5. To be able to use GUI-based operating systems for maintenance of data files