Republic of the Philippines

PASSI CITY COLLEGE

City of Passi, Iloilo

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY

OBE SYLLABUS IN INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTING

COLLEGE VISION:
PASSI CITY COLLEGE - a center of academic excellence for sustainable development and social transformation.

MISSION:
PASSI CITY COLLEGE - is committed to produce globally competent graduates who are well equipped with relevant, scientific and
technological knowledge, skills, values which enable them to become productive citizens for social change.

GOALS:
1. Provide undergraduate education and training which meet the standard of quality, excellence, and responsible to regional, national, and
international development needs.
2. Broaden the access of deserving and qualified Filipinos to higher opportunities.
3. Enhance the dissemination of knowledge and skills through research, professional and technological instruction and provide extension
services.

PRELIMINARIES

COURSE NUMBER: IT101

COURSE TITLE: Introduction to Computing

COURSE CREDIT: 5 units

COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course provide an overview of the Computing Industry and Computing profession, including Research and Applications in
different fields; of Computing of different fields such as Biology, Sociology, Environment and Gaming; an Understanding of ACM Requirements; an Appreciation of
the history of Computing; and Knowledge of the key Components of Computer Systems (Organization and Architecture), Malware, Computer Security, Internet
and Internet Protocols, HTML4/5 and CSS.(CMO No. 25 series of 2015).
Learning Outcomes:
By the end of the course, student should be able to:
LO1. Explain fundamentals principles, concepts and evolution of computing systems as they relate to different fields.
LO2. Expound on the recent developments in the different computing knowledge areas.
LO3. Analyze solutions employed by organizations to address different computing issues

Each of the LOs addresses the degree outcomes as follows:

 Articulate and discuss the latest developments in the specific field of practice.
(Philippine Qualification Framework (PQF) level 6 descriptor) (Graduate Outcomes: CS10, IS10, IT13)
 Effectively communicate orally and in writing using both English and Filipino
Graduate Outcomes: CS08, IS08, IT10)
 Act in recognition of professional, social and ethical responsibility
(Graduate Outcomes, CS09, IS09, IT12)
 Apply computing and other knowledge domains to address real-world problems
(Graduate Outcomes, CS01, IS01, IT01)
 Utilize modern computing tools.
(Graduate Outcomes, CS06, IS06, IT07)

COURSE OUTLINE:
Section 1.
I. Introduction of Computers
Core Idea: Definition of computer, history, types, characteristics, and some terminologies related to the information technology course.
II. Hardware
Core Idea: Different types of input, output, storage devices, functions of the CPU and its components.

III. Software
Core Idea: Application software and system software.
IV. Number System
Core Idea: Conversion of Binary to Decimal vice versa. Addition, subtraction, multiplication, division of binary numbers.

Section 2.
I. Computer Virus
Core Idea: Virus, types of virus, how to prevent them and how to fix a system unit affected by it.
II. Network
Core Idea: Network its components, types, categories and why we use them.
III. Internet.
Core Idea: Web, Protocols, URL, Domains, and terms and definitions related to Internet.
 IV. Artificial Intelligence
Core Idea: Robotics, speech recognition, face recognition and other latest inventions.
V. The Future of Computer Technology
Core Idea: Technologies that are not yet release to the market or applied but has a potential to be out soon.

Section 3.
I. MS Word
Core Idea: A word-processing program with which you can quickly and efficiently author and format documents.
II. MS Excel
Core Idea: A spreadsheet program with which you can analyze, communicate, and manage information.
III. MS PowerPoint
Core Idea: A program with which you can develop and present dynamic, professional-looking slide presentations.
IV. MS Publisher
Core Idea: A desktop publishing program with which you can layout newsletters, cards, calendars, and other publications.

Number of Hours: 5 hours every week for 18 weeks or 90 hours in a semester

Pre-requisite/s: NONE
Co- requisite/s: NONE

INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTING Learning Plan

LEARNING OUTCOMES TOPIC METHODOLOGY RESOURCES ASSESSMENT
Learned about the definition of Introduction of Computers Lecture/Discussion Handouts Oral Recitation
computer, history, types, Schedule: Week 1 Demonstration PowerPoint Presentation Quiz
characteristics, and some Number of Hours: 5 hours Introduction to Computer by
terminologies related to the Copernicus P. Pepito
information technology course. Introduction of Computer by
Antonio M. Andes Sr.
Learned to compare the different Hardware Lecture/Discussion Handouts Oral Recitation
types of input, output and Schedule: Week 2 Demonstration PowerPoint Presentation Quiz
storage devices, describe the Number of Hours: 5 hours Introduction to Computer by
functions of the CPU and its Copernicus P. Pepito
components. Introduction of Computer by
Antonio M. Andes Sr.
Learned to differentiate
application software and system
software. Break them down to
different types, categories and
give examples.
Described what a network is, its
components, types, categories
and why we use them.
Differentiated binary and decimal
number system. Learned how to
convert binary to decimal vice
versa. Learned how to add,
subtract, multiple, divide binary
numbers.
Learned about computer virus
there types, how to prevent
them and how to fix a system
unit affected by it.
Learned about the different
technologies today like
robotics, speech recognition,
face recognition and other
latest inventions.
Learned about the brief
history of internet and its
components. Web, Protocols,
URL, Domains, and terms and
definitions related to the topic.
Software Lecture/Discussion Handouts Oral Recitation
Schedule: Week 3 Demonstration PowerPoint Presentation Quiz
Number of Hours: 5 hours Introduction to Computer by
Copernicus P. Pepito
Introduction of Computer by
Antonio M. Andes Sr.
Network Lecture/Discussion Handouts Oral Recitation
Schedule: Week 4 Demonstration PowerPoint Presentation Quiz
Number of Hours: 5 hours Introduction to Computer by
Copernicus P. Pepito
Introduction of Computer by
Antonio M. Andes Sr.
Number System Lecture/Discussion Handouts Seatwork
Schedule: Week 5-6 Demonstration PowerPoint Presentation Quizzes
Number of Hours: 10 hours Introduction to Computer by Computations
Copernicus P. Pepito
Introduction of Computer by
Antonio M. Andes Sr.
Computer Virus Lecture/Discussion Handouts Presentation by group
Schedule: Week 6-7 Demonstration PowerPoint Presentation Oral Recitation
Number of Hours: 10 hours Introduction to Computer by Assignments
Copernicus P. Pepito
Introduction of Computer by
Antonio M. Andes Sr.
Artificial Intelligence Lecture/Discussion Handouts Presentation by group
Schedule: Week 7-8 Demonstration PowerPoint Presentation Oral Recitation
Number of Hours: 10 hours Introduction to Computer by Assignments
Copernicus P. Pepito
Introduction of Computer by
Antonio M. Andes Sr.
Internet Lecture/Discussion Handouts Presentation by group
Schedule: Week 9-10 Demonstration PowerPoint Presentation Oral Recitation
Number of Hours: 10 hours Introduction to Computer by Assignments
Copernicus P. Pepito
Introduction of Computer by
Antonio M. Andes Sr.
Learned about technologies
that are not yet release to the
market or applied but has a
potential to be out soon.
Learned about the application
will be applied to format text,
paragraphs, and printed
documents. Other skills
learned will include working
with images, tables, charts,
reports, references, and
mailings.
Learned about the purpose of
using spreadsheets, how to
format cells, use formulas and
functions, format worksheets,
apply themes, add charts, and
analyze data.
Learned how to present in the
classroom and the in the
workplace which is essential in
today’s world. Students will
also be learning on how to
design and create
presentations.
The Future of Computer Lecture/Discussion Handouts Presentation by group
Technology Demonstration PowerPoint Presentation Oral Recitation
Schedule: Week 11-12 Introduction to Computer by Assignments
Number of Hours: 10 hours Copernicus P. Pepito
Introduction of Computer by
Antonio M. Andes Sr.
MS Word Lecture/Discussion Handouts Output
Schedule: Week 12-13 Demonstration PowerPoint Presentation Oral Recitation
Number of Hours: 10 hours Introduction to Computer by Assignments
Copernicus P. Pepito
Introduction of Computer by
Antonio M. Andes Sr.
MS Excel Lecture/Discussion Handouts Output
Schedule: Week 13-15 Demonstration PowerPoint Presentation Oral Recitation
Number of Hours: 15 hours Introduction to Computer by Assignments
Copernicus P. Pepito
Introduction of Computer by
Antonio M. Andes Sr.
MS Power Point Lecture/Discussion Handouts Output
Schedule: Week 16-18 Demonstration PowerPoint Presentation Oral Recitation
Number of Hours: 15 hours Introduction to Computer by Assignments
Copernicus P. Pepito
Introduction of Computer by
Antonio M. Andes Sr.
 GRADING SYSTEM:
Major Examinations-------------------------------------------------------30%
Quizzes--------------------------------------------------------------------- -30%
Laboratory/Practical-------------------------------------------------------20%
Assignments----------------------------------------------------------------10%
Behavior / Attendance----------------------------------------------------10%
TOTAL 100%

Prepared by:

RICKY CYRIL A. PERUCHO

Part Time Instructor

Recommending Approval:

ENGR. MYLEN B. PADERES

BSIT-Program Head

Approved by:

JANICE JENNIFER P. PALMARES, MPA

Acting College President

Note: This syllabus is flexible and may include additional topics and activities deemed necessary by the teacher.