ITC 11000 - Information Technology Fundamentals

An introduction to the discipline of Information Technology. This includes the pervasive Information Technology themes, the history of Information Technology, and organization issues surrounding Information Technology and its uses. The relationships to the other main area of computing such as Information Systems, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, and Computer Science are explored. The main branches of Information Technology including infrastructure and application software are covered. A brief introduction to the various Information Technology courses involved in the degree program will be done. Careers and job opportunities will also be noted in the course.

Cr. 3.
Student Learning Outcomes
1.    Understand basic and advanced computer terminology.
2.    Can use binary, octal and hexadecimal numbering system.
3.    Identify and understand purpose of computer hardware components.
4.    Identify different types of software and how it is developed.
5.    Understand basic concepts of digital audio and video.
6.    Understand basic concepts of wired and wireless communication technologies.
7.    Understand concepts in networking technologies.  
8.    Understand basic architecture of the Internet and Internet protocols.
9.    Identify various security threats to computer systems.
10.    Understand ethical issues within information technology.
11.    Understand social issues and impacts within information technology.
12.    Can read and clearly summarize current information technology articles.