31030 ENGLISH FOR SPEC PURPOSES - INTRO TO COMPUTING

OPACS 2000

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Credit Points 0.50

Pre-requisite: Completion of UNIPREP or equivalent.

Synopsis

Students  will practice explaining the technical aspects  of  computer
systems  and  their  role  within the wider  spectrum  of  information
systems  in  the  unit Introduction to Computing. The Introduction  to
Computing  topics are exposed to student analysis and  explanation  in
written  and spoken forms. The unit will explore fundamental  concepts
including  describing  how to use hardware and to  select  appropriate
software;  how to input data and information, store and  retrieve  it,
and   includes   practice  dealing  with  programming  languages   and
application packages. As well, the unit emphasises accurate use of the
language  associated with providing computer support within a  variety
of  workplace  and social situations, along with presenting  computer-
based solutions to selected tasks.