Department of Counselling and Psychology Course outline
Course Title Introductiuon to Information Technology
Course Code COMP101
Number of Credits 3
Duration of Weeks 15
Contact Hours Per Week 3 hours Lecture
Pre-requisite Course(s) N/A
Course Aims
This course enables students to develop a solid foundation in applying information technology in their undergraduate learning process and daily usage. It emphasizes the use of computer in an ethical way and the importance of information security. It also enables students to develop confidence and practical skill in the usage of application software such as Microsoft Windows, video editing software and Microsoft Office, especially PowerPoint and Word to enhance their oral and document presentation. The use of mobile applications, WhatsApp and Socrative, are emphasized to facilitate speedy communication between students and lecturer as well as to get student responses instantly in class.

Course Intended Learning Outcomes (CILOS)

Upon successful completion of this course; students will be able to:

1. devolop a working knowledge and understanding of basic concepts and terminologies in using microcomputer system, operating system, presentation software, desktop publishing software and video editing software

2. produce a multimedia movie to identify the importance of computer security, ethics and 
privacy 
 
3. identify alternative ways to organize information and integrate skills in using a software
toolkit to present information effectively both individually and in group
 
4. develop confidence and practical skill in the usage of application software to perform
different business functions
5. collaborate with other classmates productively to present organized information in
written format as well as in speaking
Assessment
 
Assessment Tasks Weighting
1.
Class Assignments
20%
2.
Individual Presentation
15%
3.
Class Participation
10% 
4.
AV Production
20%
5
Project Presentation
20%
6
Project Report
15%
 
 
100%
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