REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES

SOUTH CENTRAL MINDANAO COLLEGE OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY INC.

Purok Rosal, Barangay New Isabela
City of Tacurong, Sultan Kudarat

COURSE SYLLABUS

COURSE NO. CC101 UNITS: 3

COURSE TITLE: INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTING PRE-REQUISITE: NONE

VISION OF THE INSTITUTION

The academe envisions of providing graduates who are God-fearing patriotic, academically competent and skillful individuals. It is committed to
offer a safety environment with innovative approaches in teaching and learning process and always be of service to it’s community.

MISSION OF THE INSTITUTION

The academe is fully committed to foster and sustain quality education, where students honed their potential in a safe and caring environment.
Teachers passionately foster learning which competence and provide an avenue that may bring out student’s skills in challenging and enjoyable
way.
Administrations endeavor to be of help always to support and impose programs that will promote quality teaching learning. Individuals in the
locality are highly enjoined to share responsibility and be part of implementing programs that will develop quality and skillful individuals.
OBJECTIVES
This course is to provide students with a foundational understanding of computing principles, technologies, and practices. Students will learn the
basics of computer hardware and software, develop problem-solving skills using programming, and explore the impact of computing on society.

PROGRAM OUTCOME
Engaged in further professional development and have interest in or aptitude for advanced studies or trainings in computing.
Entrepreneurs or are employed in computing industries, organizing and managing team-based projects leading to successful and sustainable
computing systems solutions.
Responsible computing professionals actively participating in community groups that make a significant impact in addressing current and future
societal challenges.

COURSE OUTCOME
After successfully completing this course, the student will be able to:
To understand and apply knowledge of computing concepts and fundamentals.
To analyze capabilities and limitations of computing resources and technologies.
To understand professional ethics, responsibilities and norms of professional computing practice.

Course No.: CC101 Pre-requisite: None

Subject Description: Introduction to Computing Credit: 3 Units
Semester: 1st Semester No. of Hours: 18 WEEKS
COMPETENCIES
Understand the basic components of a computer system and how they work together to perform tasks.
Explore different types of software, including operating systems, application software, and programming languages.
Develop problem-solving skills by learning how to design algorithms and write simple programs.
Gain proficiency in using essential productivity software (e.g., word processors, spreadsheets, and presentation tools).
Discuss the social, ethical, and legal implications of computing technologies in modern society.

GENERAL OBJECTIVES
The students must be able to:
 Use technology to locate, access, evaluate, and use information, and appropriately cite resources from digital/electronic media.
 Understand the core IT concepts in a range of current and emerging technologies and learn to apply appropriate technologies to a
range of tasks.
 Understand many of the key ethical, legal and social issues related to information technology and how to interpret and comply with
ethical principles, laws, regulations, and institutional policies.
 Demonstrate the ability to communicate, create, and collaborate effectively using state-of-the-art information technologies in multiple
modalities.
 Understand the essential issues related to information security, how to take precautions and use
 techniques and tools to defend against computer crimes.
 Use different application programs like spreadsheet and database management systems
 Understand the fundamentals of system analysis, life cycle of a program development and
 programming languages, artificial intelligence, and e-commerce.
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Chapter 1: Introduction to Project Management

Lesson 1: Discuss different knowledge areas in computing
Lesson 1: Describe career opportunities available in various segment of the computer industry.
Lesson 1: Discuss functions of jobs available in an IT department.
Lesson 1: List the benefits of certification for employers, employees, and vendors. List the general areas in IT certification.
Lesson 1: Discuss the Emerging Technologies

Chapter 2: Projects and the project manager

Lesson 1: Discuss the Evolution of Computer System (Timeline)
Lesson 1: Define different computer terminologies.
Lesson 1: Describe the elements of computer system.
Lesson 1: Explain why computer literacy is vital to the success in today’s world. • Explain the value of data and information.
Lesson 1: Differentiate how home users, small office/home office users, mobile users, power users, and enterprise users
Lesson 1: Discuss how society uses computers in education, finance, government, health care, science, publishing, travel, and
manufacturing
Chapter 3: Projects and the project manager
Lesson 1: To differentiate among various styles of system units on desktop computers, notebook computers, and mobile devices
Lesson 1: Identify chips, adapter cards, and other components of a motherboard
Lesson 1: To explain the control unit and arithmetic logic unit components of a processor, and the four steps in a machine cycle
Lesson 1: To differentiate between a port and a connector, and explain the differences
Lesson 1: To define and describe input and output unit.
Lesson 1: To describe different storage devices and types.

Chapter 4: Projects and the project manager

Lesson 1: To define different number system and its applications
Lesson 1: To convert different number bases
Lesson 1: To compute for the sum and difference of binary, octal, and hexadecimal numbers

Chapter 5: Projects and the project manager

Lesson 1: To define system software and identify the two types of system software

Lesson 1: To identify different types of operating system

Lesson 1: To explain the functions and importance of an operating system

 Lesson 1: Explain the purpose of several utility programs

Lesson 1: To identify the four categories of application software and differentiate among the seven forms through which software
is available

Chapter 6: Projects and the project manager

Lesson 1: Describe the role of each element in an information system
Lesson 1: Explain database concepts and its purposes
Lesson 1: Explain the importance of database systems

Chapter 7: Projects and the project manager

Lesson 1: Discuss the uses of the Internet & World Wide Web.
Lesson 1: To discuss introduction to networking and its basic terms and concepts, including network equipment
Lesson 1: To understand different Internet terminologies and protocols

Chapter 8: Projects and the project manager

Lesson 1: To explain computer security risks, and briefly describe the types of cybercrime perpetrators
Lesson 1: To describe various types of Internet and network attacks, and identify ways to safeguard against these attacks
Lesson 1: To discuss techniques to prevent unauthorized computer access and use
Lesson 1: To discuss ways to prevent health related disorders and injuries due to computer use
Lesson 1: To discuss issues related to information accuracy, intellectual property rights, codes of conduct, and
 green computing

Desired Learnings Course Content/ Textbook/ Teaching Achievement/Achieve Resource Time

Outcome Subject Matter References Delivery Learning Outcome Materials Table
(DLO) (OBTL) (ALO)
The students must have: Class Orientation -Students Orientation Class Participation - Books Week 0
a. Understand the -School policies Handbook - Laptop/Computer
total course. -Teacher Policies -Course Syllabus - Online References
b. Review school and -Course Outcome
teachers’ policies. -Course Outline
c. Define the reason -Requirements
for studying -Textbooks
Computer -References
Programming

1. The students must be Chapter 1: Docter, Q., Class discussion -Class discussion and Seatwork Week 1, 2
able to: Introduction to the Dulaney, E., & and video video presentation Assignment and 3
Profession Skandier, T. presentation -Blog creation on Recitation
1.1 Discuss different 1.1 Knowledge Areas (2016). CompTIA Blog creation on course expectations and Research
knowledge areas in in + Complete Study course future career in IT
computing 1.2 Computing Guide (3rd expectations and
1.2 Describe career (Differentiate Edition) future career in IT
opportunities available 1.3 CS, IT and IS Meyers, M. (2016).
in various segment of programs) All In One
the computer industry. 1.4 The Computer CompTIA A+
1.3 Discuss functions of Industry Certification. Mc
jobs available in an IT 1.5 Careers in the Graw Hill.
department. Computer Pearson. (2016).
1.4 List the benefits of 1.6 Industry Introduction to
certification for 1.7 List of Computers and
employers, employees, Certifications Information
and vendors. List the 1.8 Latest trends and Technology. Upper
general areas in IT technologies in Saddle River, NJ:
certification. computing Pearson.
1.5 Discuss the Emerging
Technologies

2. The students should: Chapter 2: Tavani, H. T. - Class Participation

Introduction to (2016). Ethics and - Oral Recitation Assignment Week 4,5,
-Class Discussion
2.1 Discuss the Evolution Computer Technology. Wiley. - Quizzes Recitation and 6
and
of Computer White, R. (2015). - Activity Short Quiz 1
Video Presentation
2.2 System (Timeline) 2.1 Evolution of How Computer - Assignment
-Group
2.3 Define different Computer - Work: The
Presentation on the
computer Advantages and Evolution of
History and
terminologies. Disadvantages Technology. IN:
Timeline
2.4 Describe the elements using computer Que
of Computers
of computer system. 2.2 Elements of
2.5 Explain why computer Computer
 literacy is vital to the 2.3 System
success in today’s 2.4 Data vs
world. • Explain the Information
value of data and 2.5 Computer Usage -
information. Research and
2.6 Differentiate how 2.6 Applications in
home users, small different
office/home office computing fields
users, mobile users,
power users, and
enterprise users
2.7 Discuss how society
uses computers in
education, finance,
government, health
care, science,
publishing, travel, and
manufacturing

3. The students should: Assignment

Chapter 3: Hardware Meyers, M. (2016). Classroom Recitation - Handouts Week 7
3.1 To differentiate among Components of All In One discussion Long Quiz 1: - Online References and 8
various styles of Personal Computer CompTIA A+ Case study: Module 1-3 - Laptop/Computer
system units on Certification. Mc Recommended Case Study - Books
desktop computers, 3.1 System Unit Graw Hill. computer system
notebook computers, Components Pearson. (2016). depending on
and mobile devices 3.2 Memory and Introduction to application
3.2 Identify chips, adapter Storage Computers and
cards, and other 3.3 I/O Unit Information
components of a Technology. Upper
motherboard Saddle River, NJ:
3.3 To explain the control Pearson.
unit and arithmetic
logic unit components
of a processor, and the
four steps in a machine
cycle
3.4 To differentiate
between a port and a
connector, and explain
the differences
3.5 To define and describe
input and output unit.
3.6 To describe different
storage devices and
types.

4. The students must be

able to: Meyers, M. (2016). Seatwork
Chapter 4: Number All In One Class Discussion Short Quiz 2 - Handouts Week 9.10
4.1 To define different System CompTIA A+ Beadwork - Online References and 11
number system and its Certification. Mc - Laptop/Computer
applications 4.1 Number System Graw Hill. - Books
4.2 To convert different 4.2 Conversion Pearson. (2016).
number bases (Decimal, Introduction to
4.3 To compute for the 4.3 Binary, Octal, Computers and
sum and 4.4 Hexadecimal) Information
4.4 difference of binary, 4.5 - Technology. Upper
octal, and Addition and Saddle River, NJ:
4.5 hexadecimal numbers 4.6 Subtraction of Pearson.
Binary,
4.7 Octal, and
4.8 Hexadecimal
 Numbers
5. The students must be
able to: Chapter 5: Software Meyers, M. (2016). Seatwork
All In One •Classroom Assignment - Handouts Week 11
5.1 To define system -System Software CompTIA A+ Discussion Recitation - Online References and 12
software and identify -Types of System Certification. Mc •Group Video Short Quiz 3 - Laptop/Computer
the two types of Software Graw Hill. Presentation on - Books
system software -Application Software Pearson. (2016). Types of Operating
5.2 To identify different -Types of Application Introduction to System
types of operating Software Computers and
system Information
5.3 To explain the Technology. Upper
functions and Saddle River, NJ:
importance of an Pearson.
operating system
5.4 Explain the purpose of
several utility
programs
5.5 To identify the four
categories of
application software
and differentiate
among the seven
forms through which
software is available

6. The students must be

able to: Chapter 6: Docter, Q., Seatwork
Information System Dulaney, E., & •Classroom Assignment - Handouts Week 13
6.1 Describe the role of and Database Skandier, T. Discussion Recitation - Online References and 14
each element in an (2016). CompTIA •Video about Long Quiz 2: - Laptop/Computer
 information system -Elements of an + Complete Study Information Coverage Module - Books
6.2 Explain database Information System Guide (3rd System 5-
concepts and its -Database Concepts Edition) 6
purposes and
6.3 Explain the Terminologies
importance of database -Purpose and
systems Importance of
Database Systems

7. The students must be

able to: Chapter 7: Network Docter, Q., Seatwork
and Internet Dulaney, E., & -Classroom Assignment - Handouts Week 15
7.1 Discuss the uses of the Skandier, T. Discussion Recitation - Online References and 16
Internet & World Wide -Networks (2016). CompTIA -Video Short Quiz 4 - Laptop/Computer
Web. -Physical and Logical + Complete Study presentation: - Books
7.2 To discuss Topologies Guide (3rd Warriors of the Net
introduction to -Network Types Edition)
networking and its -Internet and its
basic terms and Protocols
concepts, including -World Wide Web
network equipment
7.3 To understand
different Internet
terminologies and
protocols

8. The students must be

able to: Chapter 8: Computer Meyers, M. (2016). Classroom Assignment
Security, All In One Discussion Seatwork - Handouts Week 17
8.1 To explain computer Safety, Ethics and CompTIA A+ Recitation Long Quiz 3: - Online References and 18
security risks, and Privacy Certification. Mc Coverage 7 and 8 - Laptop/Computer
briefly describe the Graw Hill. - Books
 types of cybercrime -Computer Security Pearson. (2016).
perpetrators Risks Introduction to Course Project
8.2 To describe various -Internet and Network Computers and Submission (Video
types of Internet and Attacks Information Presentation)
network attacks, and -Health Concerns of Technology. Upper
identify ways to Computer Use Saddle River, NJ:
safeguard against these Ethics and Society Pearson.
attacks
8.3 To discuss techniques
to prevent
unauthorized computer
access and use
8.4 To discuss ways to
prevent health related
disorders and injuries
due to computer use
8.5 To discuss issues
related to information
accuracy, intellectual
property rights, codes
of conduct, and
8.6 green computing

COURSE POLICIES
Be responsible for your own actions.

 Attendance: Regular attendance and active participation are essential for a perfect participation score.
 Complete Uniform: Students must wear the complete and appropriate uniform at all times during class.
 Participation: Engage actively in discussions and activities to enhance your learning and contribute to the class.
 Respect: Show respect to your peers, instructor, and the classroom environment at all times.
 Gadgets: Laptops may be used for note-taking, but sound must be off, and non-class activities should be done in the back row to avoid
distractions.
 Respect Due Dates: All assignments must be submitted on time; late submissions without prior approval will incur a 10% penalty.
 Quizzes: Make-up quizzes must be completed by the next class with a 10% penalty applied to the score.
 Cheating: Cheating will result in a failing grade and a report to the Office of Student Conduct.
 Plagiarism: Any instance of plagiarism will be penalized according to academic integrity guidelines, potentially resulting in a failing
grade.

COURSE REQUIREMENTS:
GRADE EQUIVALENT

 Passing of written examinations PERCENTAGE NUMERICAL GRADE

 Attending class regularly PERCENTAGE DESCRIPTION
 Participating actively in class discussions
 Submitting required outputs 99-100 1.00 Excellent
96-98 1.25
Grading System:
93-95 1.50
A. With Laboratory B. Without Laboratory 90-92 1.75
Examinations 40% Examinations 40% 87-89 2.00 Very Good
Assignments 10% Assignments 20%
84-86 2.25
Quizzes 20% Quizzes 20%
81-83 2.50
78-80 2.75
75-77 3.00
74 and below FAILED
DRP DROPPED
 Class Recitation 10% Class Recitation 20%
Laboratory 20% 100%
100%

Consultation Period
4:00-5:00 PM / MWF / MS2

LIST OF TEXTBOOKS

Docter, Q., Dulaney, E., & Skandier, T. (2016). CompTIA + Complete Study Guide (3rd Edition) • Meyers, M. (2016). All In One
CompTIA A+ Certification. Mc Graw Hill.
Pearson. (2016). Introduction to Computers and Information Technology. Upper Saddle River, NJ: Pearson. • Tavani, H. T. (2016).
Ethics and Technology. Wiley.
White, R. (2015). How Computer Work: The Evolution of Technology. IN: Que

Prepared by: Checked by: Approved by:

KYREL JOY P. PABLO MRS. LIGAYA CATEDRILLA Ph.D. FILIPINAS C. BATCHAR

Course Facilitator OIC, Office of the College Dean VP of Academic Affairs