Maricopa Community Colleges  BTO005   20014-20086 
Official Course Description: MCCCD Approval: 07/22/08
BTO005 20014-20086 LEC 0.25 Credit(s) 0.25 Period(s)
Brief Introduction to Computers
Introductory course in fundamentals of computers, including hardware components, operating system characteristics, and basic software applications.
Prerequisites: None.
Cross-References: BPC005
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MCCCD Official Course Competencies:
 
BTO005   20014-20086 Brief Introduction to Computers
1. Describe the hardware components of a personal computer system. (I)
2. Describe the characteristics of computer operating systems. (II)
3. Describe disk and drive contents. (III)
4. Run basic application software. (IV)
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MCCCD Official Course Outline:
 
BTO005   20014-20086 Brief Introduction to Computers
    I. Computer Hardware Components
        A. Central processing unit (CPU)
        B. Permanent storage
          1. Hard disk drives
          2. Floppy drives
          3. Other types of drives
        C. Temporary storage
          1. RAM (random access memory)
          2. ROM (read only memory)
        D. Microprocessor
        E. Input devices
          1. Keyboard
          2. Mouse
          3. Other
        F. Output devices
          1. Monitor
          2. Printer
          3. Other
        G. Peripherals
          1. Expansion cards
          2. Expansion boards
          3. Other
      II. Characteristics of Computer Operating Systems
          A. Function
          B. Storage methods/file management
            1. File allocation
            2. Drive designation
            3. Directories (folders)
        III. Disks and Drives
            A. Disk drive default
            B. File listings
            C. Disk organization
          IV. Basic Software Application
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