Emphasis is on the role of the computer in today's society.
Topics include computer concepts, hardware, software, data base, data communications systems analysis and design, computer applications and social implications. Microcomputer applications such as spreadsheets, word processing and data base are used on student projects. Describe the extent to which the computer is used in today's society and new uses of computers. Identify the major developments in the evaluation of the computer. Identify the essential components of a computer system.