CIS100A – Computer Fundamentals
Course ID
CIS100A
Course Credits
4
About CIS100A – Computer Fundamentals
Topics Covered In Course
CIS 100A Topics
• CO1-1 Understand and articulate the primary purpose of a university.
• CO1-2 Develop effective strategies for learning and studying.
• CO1-3 Master techniques to navigate academic challenges successfully.
• CO1-4 Engage with academic reading materials.
• CO1-5 Craft comprehensive notes that capture key information and insights.
• CO1-6 Interact with the MS Teams interface and explore interactive features (chat and sharing screens)
• CO2-1 Grasp the key features and benefits of Windows.
• CO2-2 Identify and describe the essential components of computer hardware.
• CO2-3 Differentiate between primary and secondary computer storage mechanisms.
• CO2-4 Understand and apply foundational knowledge of Windows operating systems.
• CO2-5 Sharpen analytical and critical thinking skills for academic coursework.
• CO2-6 Cultivate a reflective mindset to enhance personal learning experiences.
• CO3-1 Initiate and navigate the MS Word interface.
• CO3-2 Manage documents efficiently, including saving and opening files.
• CO3-3 Execute basic text operations such as entering, deleting, finding, and aligning.
• CO3-4 Apply text formatting techniques like centering, underlining, and bolding.
• CO4-1 Become familiar with the MS Excel interface.
• CO4-2 Efficiently enter data into spreadsheet cells.
• CO4-3 Understand the layout and functionalities of the spreadsheet interface.
• CO4-4 Execute row and column operations, including insertion and deletion.
• CO5-1 Start and become accustomed to the MS PowerPoint interface.
• CO5-2 Create, save, and manage presentations effectively.
• CO5-3 Display and navigate presentations in different viewing modes.
• CO5-4 Incorporate and modify graphics, including shapes and animations, within presentations.
• CO5-5 Source and integrate images from third-party platforms into presentations.
• CO5-6 Develop advanced skills for becoming an adept digital scholar in today’s technological landscape.
Prerequisites
None.