BASIC INFORMATION TECHNOLOGIES

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Learning Outcomes

Basic Concepts
To be able to distinguish between the concepts of data, information, knowledge, wisdom, and computing
To be able to explain different types of software and their functions
To be able to explain how browsers work
To be able to understand the relationship between a network and a database
Computer Hardware
To be able to explain the general characteristics of basic input-output units
To be able to explain the functions of system components
To be able to list the differences between portable and fixed storage units
To be able to explain the use of servers for different purposes
Operating Systems
To be able to explain the functions of the operating system
To be able to list the features of commonly used operating systems on personal computers and mobile devices
To discuss the advantages that creating a virtual machine offers to users
Word Processors
To be able to understand the interface and basic functions of a word processor
To be able to perform text editing and formatting operations
To be able to apply different styles and themes alternately
To be able to apply footnote and bibliography citation
To be able to apply advanced features across different document templates
Spreadsheets
To be able to understand the interface in spreadsheets
To be able to enter data into spreadsheets
To be able to explain charting and visualization in spreadsheets
To be able to sort data analysis tools in spreadsheets
Presentation Technologies
To be able to explain the purposes, types, and presentation environments of presentations
To be able to explain the interface functions of presentation tools
To be able to explain the types of media used in presentations, animations, and how they are used
To be able to list the characteristics that an effective presentation should possess
Database Management Systems
To be able to differentiate between the concepts of data, information, and database, and explain them with examples from daily life
To be able to define the basic components of relational database management systems and explain the relationships between tables with examples
To be able to distinguish between conceptual, logical, and physical database design phases and explain the role of each phase in system design with examples
To be able to query, insert, update, and delete data on a database table using basic SQL commands
Multimedia Tools
To be able to explain the theoretical foundations of the multimedia concept.
To be able to define environments for creating and editing visual content using digital tools.
To be able to define environments for creating and editing visual content using digital tools
To be able to define environments for creating and editing audio and video content using digital tools
To be able to explain the protection status and copyrights of digital content.