KSh300.00
Number of Pages: 193 Pages
File size: 1.92 MB
Suitable for: Certificate, Diploma, University and Professional Courses
Topics covered:
Topic 1: Introduction to information communication technology (ICT)
Topic 2: Computer hardware
Topic 3: Computer software
Topic 4: Basic data processing
Topic 5: Introduction to Information systems
Topic 6: information systems in an organisation
Topic 7: Information system security
Topic 8: Emerging issues and trends
Description
INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTING
1 . Introduction to information communication technology (ICT)
- Introduction to computers
- Evolution of computers
- Elements of a computer system
- Uses of computer systems
- Impact of ICT in society
- Careers in ICT
2. Computer hardware
- Components or a computer system
- Input/output devices
- Storage devices
- Processing unit
- Communication devices
- Selection of computer hardware
3. Computer software
- Systems software
- Application Software
- User interface
- Selection of computer software
4. Basic data processing
- Introduction to data processing
- Data processing cycle
- Data hierarchy
- File organisation and access
- Data collection methods
- Methods of data processing
- Data processing systems
- Data processing modes
5. Introduction to Information systems
- information system concepts
- Components of an information system
- Information centres
6. Information systems in an organisation
- Definition of an of organisalion
- Organisation levels
- Types of information systems
- Roles of information systems in an organisation
7. Information system security
- Information system threats and controls
- Information system integrity
8. Emerging issues and trends
