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CIT104: Introduction to Computers
The computer is fast becoming the universal machine of the twenty-first century. Early computers were large in size and too expensive to be owned by individuals. Thus they were confined to laboratories and few research institutes. They could only be programmed by computer engineers. The basic applications were confined to undertaking complex calculations in science and engineering.
Teacher Of Course
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The specific objectives of this course are to:
Provide basic understanding of the historical evolution of the computer, types of computers, and the classification of computers.
Enable the students to understand the components of the computer – the hardware and software.
Help students to identify the different categories of computer software and their uses.
Introduce students to computer programming with emphasis on the building blocks and stages of programming and writing of computer programs using visual basic.
Enable students to identify and appreciate the areas of application of computers in society, thereby stimulating their thought to regard the computer as a tool for human use rather than a master.
Create awareness at the early stage of the study of computers about the potential threats that computer viruses pose to the smooth operations of computers.