cse1itf information tech fundamentals
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY FUNDAMENTALS
CSE1ITF
2015
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
Students will be provided with a general and practical introduction to information technology for students in all disciplines. It covers: fundamental principles of computer operation, the main hardware components of the computer, data storage and retrieval, introduction to system software, introduction to data communications, computer networks, the Internet; operating systems, file management systems, security, introduction to information systems; application software modules: spreadsheets, database packages, the World Wide Web.
SchoolSchool Engineering&Mathematical Sciences
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorScott Mann
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 1 - UG
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
PrerequisitesN/A
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjects BUS1MIS, INT1ITF
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | BENDIGO CAMPUS: Discovering computers 2009 (introductory) | Prescribed | Shelly, Cashman & Vermaat. | THOMSON, 2009 |
| Readings | FSTE First Year Survival Guide (second edition) | Recommended | Faculty of Science, Technology and Engineering | LA TROBE UNIVERSITY 2012 |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Identify and discuss the functions of the main hardware components of a computer.
- Activities:
- Five lectures on the main hardware components of a computer. Four associated tutorials with short answer questions on the hardware components of a system and their use.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Writing(Writing)
- Discipline-specific GCs(Discipline-specific GCs)
- Critical Thinking(Critical Thinking)
02. Differentiate between the main types of computer networks, be able to explain the purpose of the major network components and discuss the advantages and disadvantages of different data communication media.
- Activities:
- Two lectures on communication between computing devices and an introduction to the types of computer networks. Two associated tutorials with short answer questions on data communications and computer networks.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Discipline-specific GCs(Discipline-specific GCs)
03. Describe the main types of software, the role of the software and how software is run on the computer.
- Activities:
- Three lectures on types of software, their features and uses. Three associated tutorials on software and how software is run on a computer.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Writing(Writing)
- Discipline-specific GCs(Discipline-specific GCs)
04. Analyse a simple problem and develop a spreadsheet to model the problem.
- Activities:
- Four lectures on using a spreadsheet package and guidelines for constructing spreadsheets. Four associated labs developing spreadsheets.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Discipline-specific GCs(Discipline-specific GCs)
- Quantitative Literacy/ Numeracy(Quantitative Literacy/ Numeracy)
- Creative Problem-solving(Creative Problem-solving)
05. Design and construct basic web pages using HTML and style sheets.
- Activities:
- Four lectures on web page design, and developing web pags using HTML and CSS. Four associated labs on creating and testing web pages.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Writing(Writing)
- Discipline-specific GCs(Discipline-specific GCs)
06. Develop and interpret simple database tables, queries and reports.
- Activities:
- Three lectures onncreating simple database tables and developing related queries and reports. Three associated labs on using simple DBMS to create and modify tables, queries and reports.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Discipline-specific GCs(Discipline-specific GCs)
07. Identify and discuss relatively clear-cut ethical issues related to Information Technology.
- Activities:
- One lecture identifying and discussing ethical issues. One associate tutorial proposing a number of ethical issues and discussing them.
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Writing(Writing)
- Discipline-specific GCs(Discipline-specific GCs)
- Ethical Awareness(Ethical Awareness)
Subject options
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Bendigo, 2015, Semester 1, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorTim Whitfort
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 10 - 22
Two 1.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
TutorialWeek: 10 - 22
Two 1.0 hours tutorial per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
"tutorial/laboratory class"
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| one 2-hour examination | Hurdle requirement: In order to pass the unit, students must obtain an overall pass grade, pass the examination and pass the overall non-examination components. | 060 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05, 06 |
| one 750-word assignment | 015 | 01, 04 | |
| one 750-word assignment | 015 | 05, 07 | |
| five tutorial assessments | 010 | 04, 05, 06 |
Melbourne, 2015, Semester 1, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorScott Mann
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 10 - 22
Two 1.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
Computer LaboratoryWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.0 hours computer laboratory per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
"laboratory/tutorial class"
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| one 2-hour examination | Hurdle requirement: In order to pass the unit, students must obtain an overall pass grade, pass the examination and pass the overall non-examination components. | 60 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05, 06 |
| four assignments equivalent to 2000-words | 40 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05, 06, 07 |