Maricopa Community Colleges  BPC100DD   20044-99999 
Official Course Description: MCCCD Approval: 04/27/04
BPC100DD 20044-99999 L+L 3 Credit(s) 4 Period(s)
Internet and Computing Fundamentals
Fundamental computer and Internet concepts and terminology for business and personal computers. Covers basic features of software applications. Prerequisites: None
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BPC100DD   20044-99999 Internet and 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)
7. Apply common editing, formatting, and printing functions between applications. (VII)
8. Identify and apply basic word processing and spreadsheet functions. (VII)
9. Identify network fundamentals and benefits of network computing. (VIII)
10. Identify and use electronic mail and related components. (VIII)
11. Identify and apply web browsing applications and techniques. (IX)
12. Explain and demonstrate how to use the Internet safely and legally. (IX)
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BPC100DD   20044-99999 Internet and 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
                VII. Starting, Using, and Exiting Applications
                    A. On-screen elements
                      1. Pull-down menus
                      2. Toolbars
                      3. Window components
                      4. Settings
                      5. Open/close/save files
                      6. Incompatibility issues
                    B. Editing and Formatting
                      1. Select/delete information
                      2. Cut/copy/paste information
                      3. Find/replace
                      4. Fonts and text effects
                      5. Margins
                    C. Printing Functions
                      1. Orientation
                      2. Preview
                      3. Print Options
                        a. Selected page(s)
                        b. Number of copies
                        c. Print selection
                    D. Formatting Tools
                      1. Line and paragraph spacing
                      2. Numbered/bulleted lists and tabs
                      3. Page and section breaks
                      4. Insert, modify, and format page numbers
                      5. Borders, shading, styles
                      6. Auto formatting and auto text
                      7. Format Painter
                      8. Headers/Footers
                    E. Application Features
                      1. Word Processing
                        a. Graphics and drawing objects
                        b. Create, edit, modify tables
                      2. Spreadsheet
                        a. Create, edit, and modify worksheets
                        b. Use functions and formulas
                        c. Create, edit and modify charts
                  VIII. Networks
                      A. Network fundamentals
                      B. Terminology
                        1. Role of servers/clients
                        2. Connections
                        3. Benefits
                        4. Risks
                      C. Network relationships with other computers
                        1. Internet
                        2. Internet Information Sources
                        3. Mailing lists
                        4. Bulletin Boards/Newsgroups
                        5. Elements and types of websites
                        6. Online databases
                      D. Other types of networks
                        1. Electronic Mail
                          a. Components
                          b. Logistics of how it works
                          c. Using an electronic mail application
                          d. Create, delete, send, receive electronic mail
                          e. Address books
                          f. File management
                          g. Attachments
                          h. Netiquette
                    IX. Web Browsing
                        A. Navigating the Internet
                        B. Online search engines
                        C. Managing web sites
                        D. Save, copy, and print web pages
                        E. Internet and Computer Safety
                          1. Authenticity of websites
                          2. Securing data
                          3. Passwords
                          4. Data backup procedures and strategies
                          5. Protecting against viruses & worms
                          6. Protecting against hacking and unauthorized network
                            a. Online Privacy
                            b. Copyright rules
                            c. Plagiarism, libel and other legal issues
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