CS 103: Introduction to Advanced Computer Applications

This course provides students with an over view of computer technology and applications for all disciplines. Topics include a brief introduction to the history of computers, computer hardware and software systems covering CPU, memory, storage, input/output devices, operating systems, networking, compiler concepts, programming basics and algorithms, databases and data mining, the Internet and WWW, information assurance and security, as well as the social impact of computer technologies in daily life and business. Students will have in-depth study of certain advanced computer applications (Excel, Access, and web page creation).