Syllabus | Personal Computer Applications

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Module Details

Module Code	HNDIT11012
Module Title	Personal Computer Applications
Credits	2
Hours /Week	Lectures - 1 Lab/Tutorial - 3
Semester	1
GPA/NGPA	GPA
Module Type	Core Compulsory

Module Aims & Objectives

To develop skills and knowledge required in using computers in an office environment for general office applications

Learning Outcomes

At the end of the module the student will be able to:

▪ Describe suitable types of software for general office application and simple work automation.


▪ Effectively use a word processing software application.


▪ Effectively use a spreadsheet application.


▪ Prepare presentation on computers.


▪ Create and use simple databases on desktop environments.

Outline Syllabus

1. Word processing fundamentals and application of word processing software

2. Spreadsheets and working with tabular data

3. Using presentation tools

4. Fundamentals of databases and using database applications for management of small databases

Assessments

Type	Activity	Weighting
Continuous Assessment	Assignment 1 - Individual	20%
	Assignment 2 - Individual	20%
	Assignment 3 - Group	10%
Semester Examination	Final Structured Paper	50%

Recommended Learning Activities

Classroom teaching and group discussions on theoretical aspects followed by hands-on laboratory work and assignments.

Resources: Equipment, Tools and Materials

Computer laboratory with Internet access
and necessary software development tools installed.

Prescribed Books

[1]. Online training material available for Microsoft office suit fromhttp://office.microsoft.com