MMS 101 Introduction to Information Technology

STUDY GUIDE

Welcome to MMS 101!

I am aProf. Myra Almodiel and I will be your guide for this course. Together, we will explore different
technologies that are used to create, store, exchange and use information.

At the end of the course, you should be able to gain knowledge on the hardware and software component of
the computer system, understand the Internet and technologies developed, and appreciate IT-related laws in
the Philippines.

As a distance learner, you are expected to have a high level of independence and self-directed learning skills.
A good organizational and time management skill can also help you as you go through the course and
complete all the requirements by yourself or through collaboration with your fellow-learners in this course.

Since this is a very large class, learners will be divided into two sections for quality discussions and sharing of
ideas. Section A will use the MyPortal for the discussions and all submissions of all requirements. Section B,
on the other hand will be required to join the MMS 101 FB Group for the discussions, FMAs and Projects.
Requirements such as QUIZZES, PROJECTS and FINAL EXAM will be submitted via MyPortal.

By default, you will be assigned to a section. But you still have an option to transfer to the other section if you
wish to. (Please see the Class Sections for the house rules on changing sections.) Your participation in
discussions forums and collaboration with other learners to share your own thoughts and experiences is
highly encouraged and will be graded. However, before you post or share something, make sure that you are
familiar with the rules of netiquette and copyright.

Remember to regularly check our MyPortal site and/or FB Group for announcements and updates. The
Course Guide is provided for your reference on the grading system and house rules for this course. You may
also refer to the Study Schedule below for the class sections, topics, activities and deadlines of the
requirements for this course.

Looking forward for a fun and fruitful learning experience with you!

CLASS SECTIONS
The class will be divided into 2 sections.

SECTION A: ALL STUDENTS WITH FAMILY NAME STARTING FROM A TO J

For the whole duration of the course, Section A will use MyPortal for all the requirements (Discussion Forum,
Quizzes, FMAs, Projects and Final Exam).

SECTION B: ALL STUDENTS WITH FAMILY NAME STARTING FROM K TO Z

For the whole duration of the course, Section B will use the MMS 101 FB Group for Discussions, FMAs and
Projects, and will use MyPortal for Quizzes and Final Exam. At the start of the course, students belonging to
Section B are REQUIRED to join the MMS 101 Facebook Group (www.facebook.com/groups/
MMS101.2T2015/.

CHANGE OF SECTION: Students who wished to transfer sections can do so on these dates ONLY (January
9-16 or Feb 10-17 ) AND must seek for permission first as soon as possible so that your output will be graded.

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SCHEDULE

SECTION A: ALL STUDENTS WITH FAMILY NAME STARTING FROM A TO J

SCHEDULE MODULE/TOPIC ACTIVITY DISCUSSION/ DEADLINE
Where to submit
requirements?

09- 16 January Self-Introduction/Join MyPortal Discussion Forums MYPORTAL 16 January

17- 24 January Module 1: Introduction FMA#1 MYPORTAL 24 January

25 January- Module 2: Computer Systems

01 February Organization
Quiz#1 MYPORTAL 09 February
02- 09 February Module 3: Systems Software

10- 17 February Module 7: Computer Ethics FINAL

PROJECT MYPORTAL 17 February
PART 1
18- 25 February Module 4: Applications Software
Quiz#2 MYPORTAL 04 March
26 February- Module 5: Computer Networks and
04 March Data Communication

05-12 March Module 6: The Internet and the FMA#2 MYPORTAL 12 March
World Wide Web
13-20 March Completion of Final Project /Review FINAL
PROJECT MYPORTAL 20 March
for Final Exam
PART 2
21 March FINAL EXAM MYPORTAL 21 March

SECTION B: ALL STUDENTS WITH FAMILY NAME STARTING FROM K TO Z

SCHEDULE MODULE/TOPIC ACTIVITY DISCUSSION/ DEADLINE
Where to submit
requirements?

09- 16 January Self-Introduction/Join MMS 101 FB GROUP FB GROUP 16 January

17- 24 January Module 1: Introduction FMA#1 FB GROUP 24 January

25 January- Module 2: Computer Systems

01 February Organization
Quiz#1 MYPORTAL 09 February
02- 09 February Module 3: Systems Software

10- 17 February Module 7: Computer Ethics FINAL

PROJECT FB GROUP 17 February
PART 1
18- 25 February Module 4: Applications Software

Quiz#2 MYPORTAL 04 March

26 February- Module 5: Computer Networks and
04 March Data Communication

05-12 March Module 6: The Internet and the FMA#2 FB GROUP 12 March
World Wide Web
13-20 March Completion of Final Project /Review FINAL
PROJECT FB GROUP 20 March
for Final Exam
PART 2
21 March FINAL EXAM MYPORTAL 21 March
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COURSE TOPICS

Module 1: Introduction
What is Information Technology?
What is a Computer and Computer Science?
What is Telecommunications Technology?
Evolution of Computing and Computing Machines
Evolution of Digital Computers
Types of Computers

Module 2: Computer Systems Organization

Processors
Computer Buses
Module 3: Systems Software
What is an Operating System?
Evolution of Operating Systems
Compilers or Translators
Assemblers
Device Drivers
Module 4: Applications Software
Database Management Systems
Communications Systems
AI Technologies
Multimedia Systems
Module 5: Computer Networks and Data Communication
Networks
Network Topologies
Networking Hardware
Network Cabling
Wireless Transmission Media
Data Communication
Module 6: The Internet and the World Wide Web
What is the Internet?
How to Access the Internet?
How is a Host Identified?
What are Domain Names?
What are Email Addresses?
World Wide Web (WWW)
What is a Web Browser?
Search Engines and Searching
Electronic Commerce
Module 7: Computer Ethics
Computer Abuse Issues
Privacy Issues
Social Justice Issues
Intellectual Property Rights
Computer Crimes
IT-Related Laws in the Philippines

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