Course Description
This is an introductory course in personal productivity computing, introducing students to the concepts and uses of computing in education, business, and society. Fundamentals of each of the major components of a computing system are examined: elementary functions of hardware; software for systems operations and applications; the relationship of data and information; the need for proper procedures; and the people who use and support computing. Students have an opportunity to use computers for hands-on experience of computer productivity applications, including word processing, spreadsheets, presentation manager, database management, and Internet access.
Units: 4
Credit - Degree Applicable Transferable to both UC and CSU
Course Details
- Grade Options: Letter Grade, Pass/No Pass
- In-Class Lecture Hours: 64 鈥� 72
- In-Class Lab Hours: 0
Requisites and Advisories
- Prerequisites: None
- Co-Requisites: None
- Advisory: Intermediate Algebra or equivalent, or eligibility for transfer level math
Transfer Details
- CSU/UC:
Transferable to both UC and CSU - WVC GE: Area A-2: Mathematical Concepts & Quantitative Reasoning
- C-ID: BUS 140 - Business Information Systems, Computer Information Systems