Topics include a description of the operating system, system commands, and effective and efficient use of the microcomputer with the aid of its system programs. Upon completion, students should understand the function and role of the operating system, its operational characteristics, its configuration, how to execute programs, and efficient disk and file management. This course introduces fundamental concepts, including and algorithmic approach to problem-solving via the design and implementation of programs in selected language such as Pascal, C, Ada, Visual Basic or other appropriate languages. Upon completion , the student will be able to demonstrate knowledge of the subject through the completion of programming assignments and testing. This course covers the concepts of algorithm specifications, structured programming, data representation, searching, sorting, recursion, simple data structures, language description, and problem testing.
Emphasis is placed on development of problem-solving skills.
Upon completion, the student will be able to demonstrate knowledge o the topics through the completion of programming projects and appropriate tests. Students develop and apply the basic programming skills taught in CIS 191. Emphasis is placed on the purpose capabilities and utilization of each package, language or program. Upon completion, students will be able to use the features selected for the application covered. This course is an introduction to Web page development techniques.