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Course Syllabus

SOUTH ILOCANDIA COLLEGE OF ARTS AND TECHNOLOGY

San Eugenio, Aringay, La Union 2503

COMPUTER DEPARTMENT

REF:SICAT-CD-BSCS-COMAIN-2015

LEARNING PLAN FOR COMAINCOMPUTER FUNDAMENTALS AND MAINTENANCE

I. Mission and Vision

Mission of SICAT

Provide quality education by designing competent curriculum to keep a progressive interaction with the innovative modern era and to contribute to public service by producing accomplished and highly merited graduates.

Vision of SICAT

Exemplify professionalism, integrity, and discipline in their chosen crafts and perpetually aspire to become a premiere educational institution.Department Mission and Vision

Provide an excellent education in all computer-related fields to prepare for career opportunities requiring a high-level of technical knowledge and skills. Provide aesthetic and hands-on approach in instruction to develop more responsive strategies to the rapidly changing demands of the computing profession.

Objectives of the Computer Department

1. To produce graduates equipped with the knowledge and skills in computing required for professional careers.

2. To provide flexible and dynamic curriculum that is responsive to the computing innovation.

3. To strengthen the partnership that facilitates the collaboration of industry, government, and education.

4. To excel in the field of research both theoretical and applied.

5. To enhance teachers-learners relationships in order to create wholesome and productive teaching-learning environment.

II. PROGRAM OUTCOMES

The Bachelor of Science in Computer Science (BSCS) is a four-year degree program designed to prepare students to be Computer Scientists with sub-specialists. The program provides progressive structures in which students are able to gain ever-wider knowledge and understanding, appropriate skills, and ethics. The program outcomes include three domains such as knowledge, skills, and values to introduce students to the theory and practice of Computer Science, including software development techniques and the technologies underlying specific application areas such as computer systems servicing and computer programming.

After finishing the B.S. Computer Science program, the graduates should be able to:

Domains

Knowledge:

PK1. Analyze requirements for rapidly changing computing problems and information system environments;

PK12. Identify scientific terms, facts, concepts, principles, theories and methods;

PK23. Design well-tested solutions for rapidly changing computing problems and information system environments;

PK34. Employ technical and academic developments to improve capabilities in the field of Computing profession.

PK4Skills:

PS1. Utilize fundamental to complex skills and tools necessary for computing practices;

PSI2. Obtain materials, tools and equipment in accordance with job requirements;

PS23. Participate in workplace communication, practice career professionalism, and occupational health and safety procedures;

PS34. Communicate effectively by writing, speaking, listening, and computing with peers, experts, educators and a range of audiences.

PS4Values:

PV1. Awareness of the implications of computer science on the individual and on society;

PV12. Participate in service-oriented endeavors in the field of Computing profession;

PV23. Promote Filipino historical and cultural heritage by showing a deep and principled understanding;

PV34. Use computer systems to communicate and solve problems in an ethical way;

PV45. Practice Christian way of service in their personal and professional deeds as Sicatians in the service of the society and divine providence.

PV5III. Degree: Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

IV. COURSE INFORMATIONCourse CodeCOMAIN

Course DescriptionComputer Fundamentals and Maintenance

Semester and Year OfferedFirst SemesterFirst Year

Credit Units Three (3) Credit UnitsLecture: Two (2) units

Laboratory: One (1) unit

Contact Hours Per WeekFive (5) HoursLecture: Two (2) hours

Laboratory: Three (3) hours

Course Pre-requisite

(if there is any)None

Course DescriptionThis course is an introductory step to the world of computers that aims to develop understanding and skills on the importance of computer systems. It also discusses the moral aspects associated with the use of computers.

It also equips students with sufficient knowledge in computer software application used on a day-to-day basis in the workplace such as word processing, electronic spreadsheet, photo editing, presentation, internet, information system, and computing ethics which are very useful for future careers.

Course Outcomes At the end of the term, the would-be Computer Scientists are expected to:

Knowledge:

1. Analyze computing requirements and different application systems2. Identify computer system environments in discovering kinds of computer and its main functions3. Recognize the significance of operating system

4. State utility software on how it worksCOK

COK1

COK2

COK3

COK4

Skills:

1. Utilize fundamental to complex skills and tools necessary for computer applications

2. Apply preventive maintenance to minimize the occurrence of computer problems

3. Obtain materials and tools in performing basic computer troubleshooting

4. Communicate effectively in presenting Multimedia works with peers and a range of audiencesCOS

COS1

COS2

COS3

COS4

Values:

1. Responsiveness of the requirements for computer applications

2. Participate in team-oriented endeavors in the field of computing practices

3. Utilize computer applications in doing specific tasks

4. Apply computing ethics in accordance with society, norms, and industry standardsCOV

COV1

COV2

COV3

COV4

Learning OutcomesAt the end of the term, the future Computer Scientists should be able to:

Prelim

1. State the definition of computer systems, and its advantages and disadvantages

2. Determine the three components of computer

3. Discover the kinds of computers and their functions

4. Identify the machine language by recognizing the use of numbering systemLO1

LO2

LO3

LO4

Midterm

5. Identify the different computer hardware parts

6. Practice occupational health and safety procedures

7. Show proper way of assembling and disassembling system unit

8. Participate in team-oriented practices in PC troubleshootingLO5

LO6

LO7

LO8

Semi-Final

9. Determine computer problems by knowing the beep code indicators

10. Maintain Personal Computer by utilizing appropriate tools

11. Perform specific tasks of different utility software

12. Optimize computer systems and the operating system by managing computer properlyLO9

LO10

LO11

LO12

Final

13. Perform specific tasks for every application software like documentation and mathematical computations with graphing

14. Communicate effectively by presenting an interactive presentation with a range of audiences

15. Show proper way of image editing by utilizing the Photoshop toolbars

16. Use appropriate slide animations

17. Design a web page in advertising I.T. trends considering the good design and moral code in accordance with industry standardsLO13

LO14

LO15

LO16

LO17

Alignment of the Course Outcomes to Learning Outcomes

Course OutcomesLearning Outcomes

LO1LO2LO3LO4LO5LO6LO7LO8LO9LO10LO11LO12LO13LO14LO15LO16LO17

Knowledge:

Analyze computing requirements and different application systemsCOK1

Identify computer system environments in discovering kinds of computer and its main functionsCOK2

Recognize the significance of operating systemCOK3

State utility software on how it worksCOK4

Skills:

Utilize fundamental to complex skills and tools necessary for computer applicationsCOS1

Apply preventive maintenance to minimize the occurrence of computer problemsCOS2

Obtain materials and tools in performing basic computer troubleshootingCOS3

Communicate effectively in presenting Multimedia works with peers and a range of audiencesCOS4

Values:

Responsiveness of the requirements for computer applicationsCOV1

Participate in team-oriented endeavors in the field of computing practicesCOV2

Utilize computer applications in doing specific tasksCOV3

Apply computing ethics in accordance with society, norms, and industry standardsCOV4

Indicator: Has major contribution to the course outcome Has minimal contribution to the course outcome

Consultation Hours:

Day Time Room

Tuesday & Thursday 8:30 9:30 Consultation RoomTuesday & Thursday 2:30 3:30 Consultation RoomTuesday & Thursday 3:30 4:30 Consultation RoomTuesday & Thursday 4:30 5:30 Consultation Room

Learning Plan

COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMESCONTENTSTIME ALLOTMENTACTIVITIES/STRATEGIESASSESSMENT TOOLSLEARNING RESOURCES

PRELIM (20 hours)

Week 1:

State the definition of computer systems, and its advantages and disadvantages

Week 2:

Determine the three components of computer

Week 3:

Discover the kinds of computers and their functions

Week 4:

Identify the machine language by recognizing the use of numbering systemI. Introduction to Computer Systema. Definition of Computer Systems

b. Advantages and Disadvantages of Using a Computer

c. The Ten Commandments of Computer EthicsII. The Three Components of Computera. Hardware (I/O Devices and Functions)b. Software (Operating System, Application Software, Utility Software, Device Drivers, and Programming Software)

c. Peopleware (Programmers, Computer Engineers, and End-Users)III. Brief History of Computersa. The History of Computerb. Generation of Computer SystemsIV. Working with Numbering Systema. Principles of Numbering Systemsb. Converting Numbers from One Base to Another

c. Arithmetic in Binary and Hexadecimal5 hours5 hours5 hours5 hours

Introductory Discussion Interactive Listening

Verbal Response

Real-World Interrelation

Facilitated Discussion

Interactive Listening

Verbal Response




Verbal Response


Problem Analysis

Problem Solving

Class Participation Verbal Stimuli

Reflection

Short Quiz

Class Participation

Verbal Stimuli

Reflection

Short Quiz

Class Participation

Verbal Stimuli

Reflection

Short Quiz Group Participation

Verbal Stimuli

Reflection Preliminary Examination Handouts LCD Projector

Published Books

Library Research

Handouts

LCD Projector

Published Books

Library Research Computer Hardware

Handouts

LCD Projector

Published Books Library Research Handouts

LCD Projector

Published Books Library Research


MIDTERM (20 hours)

Week 5:

Identify the different computer hardware parts

Week 6:

Practice occupational health and safety procedures

Week 7:

Show proper way of assembling and disassembling system unit

Week 8:

Participate in team-oriented practices in PC troubleshootingV. Computer Hardwarea. Parts of the System Unit

b. Computer Hardware Parts and its Functions

c. Main Uses of Computer Parts, Materials, and Equipments

VI. Occupational Health and Safetya. The importance of OHSb. Different Categories of OHS

c. The 5S

VII. PC Assembly and Disassemblya. Proper Way of PC Assembly and Disassemblyb. Tools and Equipments Need

VIII. PC Troubleshootinga. Common Problems in Computer Systemsb. No Power

c. No Display

d. Restarting or Blue Screen

e. Slow or Hanging-up5 hours

5 hours5 hours5 hours

Structured Discussion


Verbal Response


Demonstration

Demonstration Interactive Listening

Verbal Response

Demonstration Facilitated Discussion


Verbal Response


Problem Analysis

Problem Solving Class Participation

Verbal Stimuli

Reflection

Short Quiz

Class Participation

Verbal Stimuli

Reflection

Short Quiz

Group Interaction Verbal Stimuli

Reflection

Hands-On

Short Quiz Group Interaction Verbal Stimuli

Reflection Hands-On

Midterm Examination Handouts

LCD Projector

Published Books

Library Research

Handouts

LCD Projector

Published Books

Library Research Handouts

LCD Projector

Published Books Library Research Computer Hardware Handouts

LCD Projector

Published Books Library Research Computer Hardware and Software


SEMI-FINAL (20 hours)

Week 9:

Determine computer problems by knowing the beep code indicators

Week 10:

Maintain Personal Computer by utilizing appropriate tools

Week 11:

Perform specific tasks of different utility software

Week 12:

Optimize computer systems and the operating system by managing computer properlyIX. POST and Beep Codes

a. Power-On Self Test

b. Beep Code Indicators

X. PC Maintenance

a. Proper Way of Maintaining Computer Systems

b. Hardware Maintenance

c. Software Maintenance

XI. Utility Software

a. Device Driversb. Special Utility or Tools SoftwareXII. Computer Software

a. Basic Input and Output System

b. Operating Systems

c. Application Software

d. OS Utility Programs

e. OS Optimization

5 hours

5 hours5 hours5 hours

Structured Discussion


Verbal Response


Demonstration

Demonstration


Verbal Response

Demonstration



Verbal Response


Problem Analysis

Problem Solving

Class Participation

Verbal Stimuli

Reflection

Enrichment Activities

Group Participation

Verbal Stimuli

Reflection

Coursework

Hands-On

Group Interaction

Verbal Stimuli

Reflection

Short Quiz Group Interaction Verbal Stimuli

Reflection Hands-On

Semi-Final Examination Handouts

LCD Projector

Published Books

Library Research

Handouts

LCD Projector

Published Books

Library Research Computer Hardware and Software

Handouts

LCD Projector

Published Books Library Research Computer Software Handouts

LCD Projector

Published Books Library Research Computer Hardware and Software


FINAL (25 hours)

Week 13:

Perform specific tasks for every application software like documentation and mathematical computations with graphing

Week 14:

Communicate effectively by presenting an interactive presentation with a range of audiences

Week 15:

Show proper way of image editing by utilizing the Photoshop toolbars

Week 16:

Use appropriate slide animations

Week 17:

Design a web page in advertising I.T. trends considering the good design and moral code in accordance with industry standardsXIII. MS Office Applications (MS Word and MS Excel)a. MS Word (Tools, Menus, Keystrokes, and Page Setup) b. MS Excel (Tools, Menus, and Mathematical Computations with Graphing)

XIV. MS Office Application (MS PowerPoint)

a. MS PowerPoint (Tools and Menus)b. Creating and Designing a Slide PresentationXV. Adobe Photoshopa. Photoshop Softwareb. Photoshop Tools and Environment

c. Define Pixel and DPI

d. Image EditingXVI. Animationa. Pivot Animatorb. Tools and Environmentc. Create a Simple Animation

XVII. Web Development

a. Concepts of Web Development

b. HTML / PHP Programmingc. Create a Simple Web Page

d. I.T. Trends5 hours

5 hours5 hours5 hours5 hours



Demonstration

Verbal Response


Demonstration

Demonstration


Verbal Response

Demonstration



Verbal Response


Individual Output Verbal Stimuli

Reflection


Research-Based

Hands-On

Individual Output

Verbal Stimuli

Reflection


Research-Based Individual Output

Verbal Stimuli

Reflection


Research-Based Hands-On

Individual Output

Verbal Stimuli

Reflection


Research-Based Course Work

Hands-On

Final Examination Module LCD Projector

Published Books

Internet Research

Module LCD Projector

Published Books

Internet Research Computer Software

Module LCD Projector

Published Books Library Research Computer Software Module LCD Projector

Published Books Library and Internet Research Computer Software

Course Requirements:A student is expected to comply with the following:

(1) Must have at least 80% attendance of the prescribed number of days;(2)Obtain satisfactory ratings for the quizzes (a minimum of two ) and the major examinations ( four or three ) given for the course;(3) Submit a compilation of hands-on exercises; and(4) Submit a major project.Note: Admission slips authorized by the SAS Office are required to be submitted on matters relevant to absences and tardiness and excused slips to facilitate provisions on missed activities, quizzes, and major examinations.

Grading System

Use the grading system stipulated in the SICAT Handbook as reference

Assignments of percentages for class standing are as follows:Class Standing

20 %

Participation in discussions and class activities

Reports

Written activities

40 %

Major requirements or outputs

Performance-based activities

Examinations

40 %

Written exams (Prelim, Midterm, Semi-Final and Final)

TOTAL

100 %

Grade per term and final grade

Computation of grades:Class Standing + Major Exam

(Prelim Grade * 0.25) + (Midterm Grade * 0.25) + (Semi-Final Grade * 0.25) + (Final Grade * 0.25) For the evaluation of the major requirements or outputs and other activities, rubrics, checklist, and peer assessment tools will be utilized.

Course References

A. Main Reference(s)Fajarito, Dennis T. (2009). Computer Fundamentals. National Book Store, Mandaluyong City, Philippines

Long, Larry (1991). Intro to Computer and Information Processing: Third Edition. St. Martin Publications, Quezon City, PhilippinesB. Journals / Magazines

Andes A. Sr. & Andes, A Jr. (2003). Simple PowerPoint: Fully Illustrated. World Class Printing & Packaging, Valenzuela City, PhilippinesAndes A. Sr. & Andes, A Jr. (2003). Simple Word: Fully Illustrated. World Class Printing & Packaging, Valenzuela City, Philippines

Andes A. Sr. & Andes, A Jr. (2003). Simple Excel: Fully Illustrated. World Class Printing & Packaging, Valenzuela City, Philippines

Andes A. Sr. & Andes, A Jr. (2003). Simple Internet: Fully Illustrated. World Class Printing & Packaging, Valenzuela City, Philippines

Reyes III, Faustino D. (2005). Introduction to Information TechnologySemn, James A. (2003). Information Technology: Principles, Practices, and Opportunities, 3rd Edition. Prentice HallWhitten, Jeffrey L. & Bently, Lonnie D. (2010). Introduction to Systems Analysis and Design, 1st Edition. McGraw-Hill Companies Inc., New YorkC. Published Books

Chan, Jonathan (2007). Computer Applications Secondary 2Lorenz, Michael, et al. (2009). Visual Guide Using Computers: Computer Concepts, Internet, MS PowerPoint, and MS Word

D. Electronic Sources

http://www.Customguide.com

http://www.office.microsoft.com

E. E-booksHabraken, Joe (2003). Microsoft Office 2003 All in One, QueLewis, Nancy D. (2003). Easy Microsoft Office 2003, QueMicrosoft Word. (2003). Step by Step. Microsoft Press, Online Training Solutions Inc.

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