Introduction to computingLaajuus (3 ECTS)

Objective

Understanding of information technology including basic concepts of computer science and a networked study environment. This includes: data and file formats, directory structures, character encoding, networks: LAN and internet, main parts of a computer and their functions, software categories, and operating systems.
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Ability to use computers and information networks as efficient tools in basic and professional studies. Capability to apply requirements for information security. Ability to use main PC applications software. Ability to apply knowledge and strategies to enhance information technology related skills.

Content

Basic concepts of information technology and computer science.
Information processing environment at EVTEK.
Principles of computers and their operation: hardware and operating systems
Introduction to main PC applications (word processing, spreadsheets, presentatations, graphics)
Computer networks and security requirements
Internet as information source and communication medium (WWW, e-mail, HTML language)
Basic operation of the Unix operating system
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Using different types of graphics software for image processing. Binary and hexadecimal numbers, logical operations. Data base management basics. Algorithmic thinking and programming logic.

Qualifications

none

Further information

Lectures and practical assignments, e-learning