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CIS 130 - Intro to Computer Information Systems


Credit Hours: 3
Billable Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites: RDG 090  and ENGL 090  or qualifying scores on accepted placement tests
C4 General Education Computer Literacy Satisfier Y
Session Cycle: FWSU

This course provides students with basic knowledge of computer information systems. This course includes both computer concepts and hands-on use of various computer applications. The Computer Concepts portion consists of the evolution of technology, data representation, storage, hardware, software, and computer system basics. The hands-on part consists of using the operating system, spreadsheets, word processing, databases, presentation software, e-mail, and using the Internet.

Notes: Business Division

Theory Hours: 45

Learning Outcomes:  

  1. Demonstrate the use of communication software.

Applies to General Education Computer Literacy Competency  Outcome E.

  2. Demonstrate the use of word processing software.

Applies to General Education Computer Literacy Competency ​ Outcome C.

  3. Demonstrate efficient use of the Internet.

Applies to General Education Computer Literacy Competency ​ Outcome B.

  4. Demonstrate the use of spreadsheet software.

  5. Explain the use of database software.

  6. Demonstrate the use of presentation software.

Applies to General Education Computer Literacy Competency ​ Outcome D.

  7. Recall facts about the evolution and use of technology.

Applies to General Education Computer Literacy Competency ​ Outcome A.