Section outline

  • Aims of the unit:

    The aim of this unit is to provide essential knowledge, and skills and develop attitude in computer fundamentals.

    Learning outcomes:

    At the end of this unit, you will be able to:


    1. Explain ICT related concepts and terms with their appropriate use in daily life.
    2. Describe the benefits and effectiveness of different ICT tools.
    3. Identify different parts, functions and characteristics of computer
    4. Explain data representation, storage and managements of files

    Learning resources:

    1. https://www.washoecounty.us/repository/files/8/Computer%20Skills%202%20-%20Windows1%20-%207.pdf

    2. https://www.pdfdrive.com/windows-basic-computing-skills-home-it-training-e1189595.htm

    3.

    What students should do:

    Students should do the following:


    E-tivity 1.1 [2 hours]

    The purpose of this e-tivity 1.1 is to allow you to get introduction to different existing ICT tools and ICT related concepts.

    Task:


    1. Write a brief essay that

    (i) Lists existing ICT tools;
    (ii) Explains the importance of each ICT tool;
    (iii) Explains key concepts of ICT;

    2. Post your work in the discussion forum for etivity1.1 in week 1 discussion board by Wednesday at 23h30 of the week this unit will be taught or click here to get the questions and create your own post to post your answers

    3. Read what other students posted in your team and comment on at least three work of your team.

    E-tivity 1.2 [2 hours]

    This e-tivity 1.2 helps you to get familiarized with basic topics which are essential for mastering the module contents.

    Do the following questions as an assignment and post it on eLearning platform by Friday of the week this unit will be taught at 23h30. (open link below of etivity1.2 assignment)

    Task:

    1. What does digital technology mean?
    2. Give an example of the most critical ICT tool of our time that has become a transformational agent in the day-to-day life of people?
    3. Which of the following statements about ICT is correct about ICT?
    a. ICT is a term used to describe methods of information communication exclusively
    b. It is a term used to describe methods of information communications along with techniques for storing and processing information.
    c. It is a term used to describe techniques of storing and processing information.
    d. It is a vague term difficult to describe.
    4. Mention two examples of ICT application areas.
    5. Describe the differences and similarities between ICT and Information Technology.


    E-tivity 1.3 [2 hours]

    This e-tivity helps you to achieve the unit level learning outcomes 3 and 4.

    Post the file of your answers on the discussion forum of this unit by Friday of the week in which this unit is taught to interact with your classmates and you e moderator (etivity1.3.4)


    Task

    1. Define the term computer in your own words.
    2. What are the characteristics of computers?
    3. How are computers classified?
    4. Find out the binary equivalent of 750?
    5. What does the stored program concept mean?
    6. What is the operation the control unit is responsible for?
    7. What is the operation the ALU is responsible for?