I Students use a software package such as Microsoft Office to study word processing, spreadsheets, database management, and presentation software. The integration and practical application of these topics is stressed throughout the course. 4 credit hours. J C every semester. Microcomputer Hardware and Systems Software Students will study the design, installation, configuration, and maintenance of hardware and software components of an IBM compatible microcomputer.
Interior components covered include memory, disk drives, expansion cards, and power supplies.
Major categories of system software, operating systems, and diagnostic utilities are covered. 3 credit hours. Topics include control structures, top-down design, program debugging, documentation, procedures and functions, parameter passing, recursion, arrays, records, and objects. 4 credit hours. J C fall, spring.