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Tietojenkäsittelyn perusteet (TIEL0006), 3 op
Basic information
| Course name: | Tietojenkäsittelyn perusteet Introduction to computing |
| Course Winha code: | TIEL0006 |
| Kurre acronym: | |
| Credits: | 3 |
| Type and level of course: | Basic studies |
| Year of study, semester or study period: | 1.year |
| Implementation: | Autumn semester |
| Semester: | 0708 |
| Language of tuition: | Suomi |
| Teacher: | useita opettajia |
| Final assessment: | Grading scale (0-5) |
Descriptions
Prerequisites
none
Course contents (core content level)
Basic concepts of information technology and computer science.
Information processing environment at EVTEK.
Principles of computers and their operation: hardware and operating systems
Introduction to main PC applications (word processing, spreadsheets, presentatations, graphics)
Computer networks and security requirements
Internet as information source and communication medium (WWW, e-mail, HTML language)
Basic operation of the Unix operating system
Course contents (additional)
Using different types of graphics software for image processing. Binary and hexadecimal numbers, logical operations. Data base management basics. Algorithmic thinking and programming logic.
Core content level learning outcomes (knowledge and understanding)
Understanding of information technology including basic concepts of computer science and a networked study environment. This includes: data and file formats, directory structures, character encoding, networks: LAN and internet, main parts of a computer and their functions, software categories, and operating systems.
Core content level learning outcomes (skills)
Ability to use computers and information networks as efficient tools in basic and professional studies. Capability to apply requirements for information security. Ability to use main PC applications software. Ability to apply knowledge and strategies to enhance information technology related skills.
Recommended reading
Paananen: Tietotekniikan peruskirja
Teaching and learning strategies
Lectures and practical assignments, e-learning
Teaching methods and student workload
Lectures
Exam
Individual research, reading
Learning tasks / Assignments
Assessment weighting and grading
Examination and assignments
Related competences of the degree programme
Theoretical basis and mathematical and science skills
Information acquisition skills and adaptation of new knowledge