COMAIN-Computer Fundamentals and Maintenance

SOUTH ILOCANDIA COLLEGE OF ARTS AND TECHNOLOGYSan Eugenio, Aringay, La Union 2503

COMPUTER DEPARTMENT

LEARNING PLAN FOR COMAINCOMPUTER FUNDAMENTALS AND MAINTENANCE

I. MISSION AND VISIONMission of SICAT

Provide quality education by designing competent curriculum to keep a progressive interaction with the innovative modern era and to contribute to public service by producing accomplished and highly merited graduates.

Vision of SICATExemplify professionalism, integrity, and discipline in their chosen crafts and perpetually aspire to become a premiere educational

institution.

Department Mission and VisionProvide an excellent education in all computer-related fields to prepare for career opportunities requiring a high-level of technical

knowledge and skills. Provide aesthetic and hands-on approach in instruction to develop more responsive strategies to the rapidly changing demands of the computing profession.

Objectives of the Computer Department1. To produce graduates equipped with the knowledge and skills in computing required for professional careers.2. To provide flexible and dynamic curriculum that is responsive to the computing innovation.3. To strengthen the partnership that facilitates the collaboration of industry, government, and education.4. To excel in the field of research both theoretical and applied.5. To enhance teachers-learners relationships in order to create wholesome and productive teaching-learning environment.

II. PROGRAM OUTCOMESThe Bachelor of Science in Computer Science (BSCS) is a four-year degree program designed to prepare students to be Computer

Scientists with sub-specialists. The program provides progressive structures in which students are able to gain ever-wider knowledge and understanding, appropriate skills, and ethics. The program outcomes include three domains such as knowledge, skills, and values to introduce students to the theory and practice of Computer Science, including software development techniques and the technologies underlying specific application areas such as computer systems servicing and computer programming.

REF: SICAT-CD-BSCS-COMAIN-2015

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After finishing the B.S. Computer Science program, the graduates should be able to:

Domains

Knowledge: PK1. Analyze requirements for rapidly changing computing problems and information system environments;

PK12. Identify scientific terms, facts, concepts, principles, theories and methods; PK23. Design well-tested solutions for rapidly changing computing problems and information system environments;

PK34. Employ technical and academic developments to improve capabilities in the field of Computing profession.

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Skills: PS1. Utilize fundamental to complex skills and tools necessary for computing practices;

PSI2. Obtain materials, tools and equipment in accordance with job requirements;

PS23. Participate in workplace communication, practice career professionalism, and occupational health and safety

procedures; PS34. Communicate effectively by writing, speaking, listening, and computing with peers, experts, educators and a range

of audiences. PS4

Values: PV1. Awareness of the implications of computer science on the individual and on society;

PV12. Participate in service-oriented endeavors in the field of Computing profession;

PV23. Promote Filipino historical and cultural heritage by showing a deep and principled understanding;

PV34. Use computer systems to communicate and solve problems in an ethical way;

PV45. Practice Christian way of service in their personal and professional deeds as Sicatians in the service of the society and

divine providence. PV5

III. DEGREE: Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

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IV. COURSE INFORMATION

Course Code COMAIN

Course Description Computer Fundamentals and Maintenance

Semester and Year Offered First Semester First Year

Credit Units Three (3) Credit UnitsLecture: Two (2) units

Laboratory: One (1) unit

Contact Hours Per Week Five (3) HoursLecture: Two (2) hours

Laboratory: One (1) hour

Course Pre-requisite (if there is any)

None

Course Description

This course is an introductory step to the world of computers that aims to develop understanding and skills on the importance of computer systems. It also discusses the moral aspects associated with the use of computers.

It also equips students with sufficient knowledge in computer software application used on a day-to-day basis in the workplace such as word processing, electronic spreadsheet, photo editing, presentation, internet, information system, and computing ethics which are very useful for future careers.

Course Outcomes At the end of the term, the would-be Computer Scientists are expected to:

Knowledge:1. Analyze computing requirements and different application systems2. Identify computer system environments in discovering kinds of computer and its main

functions3. Recognize the significance of operating system4. State utility software on how it works

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Skills: COS

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1. Utilize fundamental to complex skills and tools necessary for computer applications2. Apply preventive maintenance to minimize the occurrence of computer problems3. Obtain materials and tools in performing basic computer troubleshooting4. Communicate effectively in presenting Multimedia works with peers and a range of

audiences

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Values:1. Responsiveness of the requirements for computer applications2. Participate in team-oriented endeavors in the field of computing practices3. Utilize computer applications in doing specific tasks4. Apply computing ethics in accordance with society, norms, and industry standards

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Learning Outcomes

At the end of the term, the future Computer Scientists should be able to:Prelim

1. State the definition of computer systems, and its advantages and disadvantages2. Determine the three components of computer3. Discover the kinds of computers and their functions4. Identify the machine language by recognizing the use of numbering system

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Midterm5. Identify the different computer hardware parts6. Practice occupational health and safety procedures7. Show proper way of assembling and disassembling system unit8. Participate in team-oriented practices in PC troubleshooting

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Semi-Final9. Determine computer problems by knowing the beep code indicators10.Maintain Personal Computer by utilizing appropriate tools11.Perform specific tasks of different utility software12.Optimize computer systems and the operating system by managing computer properly

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Final13.Perform specific tasks for every application software like documentation and

mathematical computations with graphing14.Communicate effectively by presenting an interactive presentation with a range of

audiences15.Show proper way of image editing by utilizing the Photoshop toolbars16.Use appropriate slide animations17.Design a web page in advertising I.T. trends considering the good design and moral code

in accordance with industry standards

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Alignment of the Course Outcomes to Learning OutcomesLearning Outcomes

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Knowledge:Analyze computing requirements and different application systems

COK1

Identify computer system environments in discovering kinds of computer and its main functions

COK2

Recognize the significance of operating system COK3

State utility software on how it works COK4Skills:Utilize fundamental to complex skills and tools necessary for computer applications

COS1

Apply preventive maintenance to minimize the occurrence of computer problems

COS2

Obtain materials and tools in performing basic computer troubleshooting

COS3

Communicate effectively in presenting Multimedia works with peers and a range of audiences

COS4

Values:Responsiveness of the requirements for computer applications

COV1

Participate in team-oriented endeavors in the field of computing practices

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Utilize computer applications in doing specific tasks COV3Apply computing ethics in accordance with society, norms, and industry standards

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Indicator: Has major contribution to the course outcome Has minimal contribution to the course outcome

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Consultation Hours:Day Time Room Tuesday & Thursday 8:00 – 9:30 Consultation RoomTuesday & Thursday 11:00 – 12:00 Consultation RoomTuesday & Thursday 4:00 – 5:00 Consultation Room

Learning Plan

COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES CONTENTSTIME

ALLOTMENTACTIVITIES/STRATEGIES

ASSESSMENT TOOLS

LEARNING RESOURCES

PRELIM (12 hours)

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Week 1:State the definition of computer systems, and its advantages and disadvantages

Week 2:Determine the three components of computer

Week 3:Discover the kinds of computers and their functions

Week 4:Identify the machine language by recognizing the use of numbering system

I. Introduction to Computer Systema. Definition of Computer

Systemsb. Advantages and

Disadvantages of Using a Computer

c. The Ten Commandments of Computer Ethics

II. The Three Components of Computera. Hardware (I/O Devices

and Functions)b. Software (Operating

System, Application Software, Utility Software, Device Drivers, and Programming Software)

c. Peopleware (Programmers, Computer Engineers, and End-Users)

III. Brief History of Computersa. The History of

Computerb. Generation of

Computer Systems

IV.Working with Numbering Systema. Principles of Numbering

Systemsb. Converting Numbers

from One Base to Another

c. Arithmetic in Binary and Hexadecimal

3 hours

3 hours

3 hours

3 hours

- Introductory Discussion

- Interactive Listening

- Verbal Response

- Real-World Interrelation

- Facilitated Discussion


- Verbal Response




- Verbal Response


- Problem Analysis

- Problem Solving

- Class Participation- Verbal Stimuli- Reflection- Short Quiz



- Group Participation

- Verbal Stimuli- Reflection- Preliminary

Examination

- Handouts- LCD Projector- Published Books- Library Research

- Handouts- LCD Projector- Published Books- Library Research- Computer Hardware



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ASSESSMENT TOOLS

LEARNING RESOURCES

MIDTERM (12 hours)Week 5:Identify the different computer hardware parts

Week 6:Practice occupational health and safety procedures

Week 7:Show proper way of assembling and disassembling system unit

Week 8:Participate in team-oriented practices in PC troubleshooting

V. Computer Hardwarea. Parts of the System

Unitb. Computer Hardware

Parts and its Functionsc. Main Uses of Computer

Parts, Materials, and Equipments

VI.Occupational Health and Safetya. The importance of OHSb. Different Categories of

OHSc. The 5S

VII. PC Assembly and Disassemblya. Proper Way of PC

Assembly and Disassembly

b. Tools and Equipments Need

VIII. PC Troubleshootinga. Common Problems in

Computer Systemsb. No Powerc. No Displayd. Restarting or Blue

Screene. Slow or Hanging-up

3 hours

3 hours

3 hours

3 hours

- Structured Discussion


- Verbal Response


- Demonstration

- Demonstration


- Verbal Response

- Demonstration



- Verbal Response


- Problem



- Group Interaction- Verbal Stimuli- Reflection- Hands-On- Short Quiz

- Group Interaction- Verbal Stimuli- Reflection- Hands-On- Midterm

Examination



- Handouts- LCD Projector- Published Books- Library Research- Computer

Hardware


Hardware and Software

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Analysis- Problem

Solving



ASSESSMENT TOOLS

LEARNING RESOURCES

SEMI-FINAL (12 hours)Week 9:Determine computer problems by knowing the beep code indicators

Week 10:Maintain Personal Computer by utilizing appropriate tools

Week 11:Perform specific tasks of different utility software

Week 12:Optimize computer systems and the operating system by managing computer properly

IX.POST and Beep Codesa. Power-On Self Testb. Beep Code Indicators

X. PC Maintenancea. Proper Way of

Maintaining Computer Systems

b. Hardware Maintenancec. Software Maintenance

XI.Utility Softwarea. Device Driversb. Special Utility or Tools

Software

XII. Computer Softwarea. Basic Input and Output

Systemb. Operating Systemsc. Application Softwared. OS Utility Programse. OS Optimization

3 hours

3 hours

3 hours

3 hours

- Structured Discussion


- Verbal Response


- Demonstration

- Demonstration


- Verbal Response

- Demonstration



- Verbal Response


- Problem Analysis

- Problem

- Class Participation- Verbal Stimuli- Reflection- Enrichment

Activities

- Group Participation

- Verbal Stimuli- Reflection- Coursework- Hands-On

- Group Interaction- Verbal Stimuli- Reflection- Short Quiz

- Group Interaction- Verbal Stimuli- Reflection- Hands-On- Semi-Final

Examination


- Handouts- LCD Projector- Published Books- Library Research- Computer Hardware

and Software


Software


Hardware and Software

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Solving



ASSESSMENT TOOLS

LEARNING RESOURCES

FINAL (15 hours)Week 13:Perform specific tasks for every application software like documentation and mathematical computations with graphing

Week 14:Communicate effectively by presenting an interactive presentation with a range of audiences

Week 15:Show proper way of image editing by utilizing the Photoshop toolbars

Week 16:Use appropriate slide animations

XIII. MS Office Applications (MS Word and MS Excel)a. MS Word (Tools, Menus,

Keystrokes, and Page Setup)

b. MS Excel (Tools, Menus, and Mathematical Computations with Graphing)

XIV. MS Office Application (MS PowerPoint)a. MS PowerPoint (Tools

and Menus)b. Creating and Designing

a Slide Presentation

XV. Adobe Photoshopa. Photoshop Softwareb. Photoshop Tools and

Environmentc. Define Pixel and DPId. Image Editing

XVI. Animationa. Pivot Animatorb. Tools and Environmentc. Create a Simple

3 hours

3 hours

3 hours

3 hours

3 hours



- Demonstration

- Verbal Response


- Demonstration

- Demonstration


- Verbal Response

- Demonstration

- Facilitated

- Individual Output- Verbal Stimuli- Reflection- Enrichment

Activities- Research-Based- Hands-On


Activities- Research-Based


Activities- Research-Based- Hands-On

- Individual Output- Verbal Stimuli- Reflection

- Module- LCD Projector- Published Books- Internet Research

- Module- LCD Projector- Published Books- Internet Research- Computer Software

- Module- LCD Projector- Published Books- Library Research- Computer

Software

- Module- LCD Projector- Published Books

- Library and

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Week 17:Design a web page in advertising I.T. trends considering the good design and moral code in accordance with industry standards

Animation

XVII. Web Developmenta. Concepts of Web

Developmentb. HTML / PHP

Programmingc. Create a Simple Web

Paged. I.T. Trends

Discussion- Interactive

Listening- Verbal

Response- Real-World

Interrelation

- Enrichment Activities

- Research-Based- Course Work- Hands-On- Final Examination

Internet Research- Computer

Software

Course Requirements:A student is expected to comply with the following:(1) Must have at least 80% attendance of the prescribed number of days;(2) Obtain satisfactory ratings for the quizzes (a minimum of two ) and the major examinations ( four or three ) given for the course;(3) Submit a compilation of hands-on exercises; and(4) Submit a major project.

Note: Admission slips authorized by the SAS Office are required to be submitted on matters relevant to absences and tardiness and excused slips to facilitate provisions on missed activities, quizzes, and major examinations.

Grading System

Use the grading system stipulated in the SICAT Handbook as reference Assignments of percentages for class standing are as follows:

Class Standing

20 %Participation in discussions and class activitiesReportsWritten activities

40 %Major requirements or outputsPerformance-based activities

Examinations 40 % Written exams (Prelim, Midterm, Semi-Final and Final)

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TOTAL 100 % Grade per term and final grade

Computation of grades:Class Standing + Major Exam(Prelim Grade * 0.25) + (Midterm Grade * 0.25) + (Semi-Final Grade * 0.25) + (Final Grade * 0.25)

For the evaluation of the major requirements or outputs and other activities, rubrics, checklist, and peer assessment tools will be utilized.

Course References

A. Main Reference(s)Fajarito, Dennis T. (2009). “Computer Fundamentals.” National Book Store, Mandaluyong City, PhilippinesLong, Larry (1991). “Intro to Computer and Information Processing: Third Edition.” St. Martin Publications, Quezon City, Philippines

B. Journals / MagazinesAndes A. Sr. & Andes, A Jr. (2003). “Simple PowerPoint: Fully Illustrated.” World Class Printing & Packaging, Valenzuela City, PhilippinesAndes A. Sr. & Andes, A Jr. (2003). “Simple Word: Fully Illustrated.” World Class Printing & Packaging, Valenzuela City, PhilippinesAndes A. Sr. & Andes, A Jr. (2003). “Simple Excel: Fully Illustrated.” World Class Printing & Packaging, Valenzuela City, PhilippinesAndes A. Sr. & Andes, A Jr. (2003). “Simple Internet: Fully Illustrated.” World Class Printing & Packaging, Valenzuela City, PhilippinesReyes III, Faustino D. (2005). “Introduction to Information Technology”Semn, James A. (2003). “Information Technology: Principles, Practices, and Opportunities, 3rd Edition.” Prentice HallWhitten, Jeffrey L. & Bently, Lonnie D. (2010). “Introduction to Systems Analysis and Design, 1st Edition.” McGraw-Hill Companies Inc., New York

C. Published BooksChan, Jonathan (2007). “Computer Applications Secondary 2”Lorenz, Michael, et al. (2009). “Visual Guide Using Computers: Computer Concepts, Internet, MS PowerPoint, and MS Word”

D. Electronic Sourceshttp://www.Customguide.comhttp://www.office.microsoft.com

E. E-booksHabraken, Joe (2003). “Microsoft® Office 2003 All in One, Que”Lewis, Nancy D. (2003). “Easy Microsoft® Office 2003, Que”Microsoft Word. (2003). “Step by Step.” Microsoft Press, Online Training Solutions Inc.

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Prepared by: Checked by:

Course Instructor Program Head

Verified by: Noted by:

OIC-Registrar Head, Academic Affairs

Approved by:

JOHN Y. CHAN, MBAPresident

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