Intro to Computers
This course is designed to help students (1) learn the concepts and (2) develop the skills required to understand and use computers while at Lone Star College (LSC) and in their lives and careers beyond LSC. Generally (and per the course catalog), this course:
- provides an overview of computer information systems
- introduces computer hardware, software, procedures, systems, and human resources
- explores their integration and application in business and other segments in society
- introduces fundamentals of computer problem-solving and programming
- examines applications and software relating to a specific curricular area
The course is split into two parts:
- Computer Concepts such as technology, software, hardware, communication, privacy and ethics will be covered.
- Microsoft Office Skills: Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access.
For our course textbook and resources, we use McGraw-Hill’s Connect and SIMnet products.
For further details about the class, please review my COSC 1301 Spring 2016 Syllabus.