Using Telnet to access other computer networks. Introduction to Internet search engines , the structure of effective search strategies, and the basics of Boolean logic for information retrieval. Finding academic information on the Web , and accessing the large research oriented databases available through the West Campus Library web site. Transferring files across networks using FTP . The basics of web site design and HTML , and creating your own web page.
Weekly assignments are due at the beginning of each class session.
Weekly homework assignments will consist of brief Internet exercises that reinforce the skills learned in each session. The mid-term exam will be conducted in the lab. Students must demonstrate proficiency in searching and retrieving information on the Internet. Topics are subject to approval by the Instructor. A separate sheet describing the project will be distributed.