3 cr Introduction to Computers is designed for students with no previous computer experience. It includes practical experience designed to make it easy to use computers as tools in other courses. It covers topics similar to those in 765-161 but goes into more detail, including the writing of macros and batch files. An introduction to computer programming and its applications to science, business and education. Comparison of CPU and memory structure, instruction formats, addressing, flow of control and operating systems on different types of computer.
Assembly language is used extensively to write system programs.
This class will explore conceptual and practical network design, implementation, administration, and maintenance. Additional topics include archival methods, network security, virus protection, network peripherals, e-mail, license metering, remove administration, and professional certification preparation.