Maricopa Community Colleges  BPC100AD   20044-99999 
Official Course Description: MCCCD Approval: 04/27/04
BPC100AD 20044-99999 L+L 1 Credit(s) 2 Period(s)
Computing Fundamentals
Fundamental computer concepts and terminology for business and personal computers. Prerequisites: None.
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MCCCD Official Course Competencies:
 
BPC100AD   20044-99999 Computing Fundamentals
1. Identify different types of computers and their functions. (I)
2. Identify issues relating to computer performance. (II)
3. Identify the major considerations in purchasing computers. (III)
4. Identify different types of software, and explain how hardware and software work together to perform computing tasks. (IV)
5. Identify different types of operating systems, and explain how they work. (V)
6. Identify and apply common on-screen elements of Windows applications, change application settings, and manage files within an application. (VI)
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BPC100AD   20044-99999 Computing Fundamentals
    I. Types of Computers
        A. Microcomputer
          1. Central processing unit
          2. Microprocessors
          3. Memory
            a. Random access memory (RAM)
            b. Read only memory (ROM)
            c. Hard and floppy disk storage
        B. Flow and transfer of information in computer operations
        C. Large computer systems
          1. Operations
          2. Integration
          3. Sharing resources
      II. Functions of Computer Internal and External Hardware Components
          A. Input/output devices
          B. Storage devices
          C. Port connections
          D. Troubleshooting
          E. Microcomputer performance
            1. Speed
            2. Random access memory
            3. Storage devices
            4. Other factors
        III. Purchasing Computers
            A. Mainframes/minicomputers
            B. Microcomputer
              1. Hardware
              2. Software
              3. Connections
              4. Price
              5. Warranty
          IV. Hardware and Software Integration
              A. Input methods
              B. Data conversion and rules
                1. Analog vs. digital
                2. Algorithms
                3. Software codes
                4. Output
                5. Timings
                6. Other techniques
              C. Types of software
                1. Operating Systems
                  a. Windows
                  b. DOS
                  c. Unix
                  d. Macintosh
                2. Word processing
                3. Spreadsheet
                4. Presentation
                5. Database
                6. Graphics and multimedia
                7. Electronic mail
                8. Web browsers
                9. Utility programs
                  a. Compression
                  b. Virus detectors
                  c. Disk maintenance
                10. Specialized personal software
                  a. Contact management
                  b. Financial
                11. Mini/Mainframe Software
              D. Potential problems and solutions
            V. Operating Systems
                A. Compare and contrast types
                B. Capabilities and limitations
              VI. Desktop Features
                  A. Windows
                    1. Manipulate
                      a. Open, close, and size
                    2. Menus/Programs
                      a. Start
                      b. Switch between
                      c. Shortcuts
                      d. Control panel
                        (1). Display settings
                        (2). Date/time settings
                        (3). Install software/hardware
                        (4). Troubleshoot problems
                        (5). Online help
                  B. Files/Folders
                    1. Create/delete
                    2. Copy/move
                    3. Edit/rename
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