Introduction to Computers

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This introductory course consists of the study of computer hardware, software, operating systems, communications, networking, Internet, systems and program development life cycles and their role in business decision making. The use of Internet, multimedia, security, and ethics will be emphasized throughout the course. In addition, laboratory experience will be gained with a survey of Microsoft Windows and business computer software applications programs in word processing, electronic spreadsheets, database management, presentation graphics, and Internet. ELA Placement: ELA 095 Requirement Prerequisite: None. Students having no experience with computers are encouraged to first take CIS 100-Keyboarding Semester Hour(s): 3 hour(s) Lecture / Lab Hours: 2 lec/2 lab/week Illinois Articulation Initiative (IAI): BUS 902