Monday August 25 2014 8:11 PM
King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
CPIT-201 Introduction to Computing
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Introduction to Computing,
The objective of this course is present computer science subject areas and applications in ways that serve to motivate the study of computer science and to put into context the various subjects that a student encounter later in their studies. Topics include an introduction to the discipline of computing, computer systems, number systems, data representation, basic computer organization, operating system functionality, basics of networking, the Internet, an overview of database systems, models, software engineering methodologies, and programming languages.
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CPIT-201
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Identify the historical development of computer science and technologies and their applications.
Distinguish and converting between different number systems.
Describe how computer represent, manipulate different data types and how to communicate with peripheral devices.
Describe the basic structures and functional components of computer hardware.
Describe basic operating systems functions and how they do it.
Compare different operating systems.
Describe constructions and operation of computer networks, applications of networks, Internet and security.
Identify the basics of software engineering discipline and software life cycle.
Compare different software engineering methodologies.
Recognize the commonality and diversity among programming languages and their associated methodologies.
Describe major computer science subject areas and their relevance.
Apply software tools and systems for productivity, communications, learning, social networking and collaboration.
Relates understanding computers basics to some topics such as security, privacy, liability and social awareness.
Course Learning Outcomes (CLO)
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Introduction to computer Operations on Bits Computer Organization Computer Networks
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Duration in Weeks
Course Topics and their Duration
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Course Syllabus
Catalog Description
Prerequisite
9781418836092
Textbook
1418836095
Gilberg, Behrouz A. Forouzan, "Foundations of Computer Science", Course Technology; 2 edition (February 15, 2007)
ISBN-13 ISBN-10
By the completion of the course the students should be able to 3
Training:
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Lecture:
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Monday August 25 2014 8:11 PM
King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
CPIT-201 Introduction to Computing
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Number System and Data Storage Operating System
Programming Language Software Engineering
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Course Relationship to Key Student Outcomes
Lab 90 minutes 1 times/week
Meet 50 minutes 3 times/week or 80 minutes 2 times/week
Class Schedule
Dr. Wafaa M. Shalash, Assistant Professor
Prepared By:
Dr. Wafaa M. Shalash, Assistant Professor
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