At the end of this course, the students; 1) Will be able to get information about Başkent University web page and other information services 2) Will be able to utilize Başkent University Learning and Content Management System (Moodle) 3) Will be able to explain the basic components of computer systems 4) Will be able to get information about the effects of computers on human health and the copyright 5) Will be able to operate general application packages of Microsoft Office Program 6) Will be able to cite and reference using a word processor program 7) Will be able to gain the ability to work with spreadsheets using a spreadsheet program 8) Will be able to gain effective skills for presentation preparation by using a presentation tool 9) Will be able to create tables and forms using a database software.
MODE OF DELIVERY
E-Learning
PRE-REQUISITES OF THE COURSE
No
RECOMMENDED OPTIONAL PROGRAMME COMPONENT
None
COURSE DEFINITION
Students who complete the course will have knowledge about the use of basic information technology and basic computer science topics.
COURSE CONTENTS
WEEK
TOPICS
1st Week
ICT100 Orientation Program and Module 1: The specific knowledge and ICT concepts used at Başkent University Use of Baskent University Web Page, Use of Baskent University webmail, Use of Baskent University Learning and Content Management System (Moodle), Use of Student Information System (BUOBS)
2nd Week
Module 2: Web Browsing and Communication Internet, Use of browser, use of web, web outputs, electronic communication, use of e-mail, e-mail management
3rd Week
Module 3: Concepts of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Hardware, Software, Networks, Security Module 4: Using the Computer and Managing Files Operating System, File Management, Utilities, Print Management
4th Week
Module 5: Word Processing I - Using the Application, Document Creation, Formatting,
5th Week
Module 5: Word Processing II - Adding Tables and Pictures, Formatting
6th Week
Module 5: Word Processing III - Searching Academic Journals, Academic Writing, Use of Digital Libraries
7th Week
Module 6: Presentation I - Using the Application, Text, Charts, Graphical Objects, Prepare Outputs
8th Week
MIDTERM EXAM WEEK BREAK
9th Week
Module 6: Presentation II - Creating Photo Album
10th Week
Module 7: Spreadsheets I - Using the Application, Cells, Managing Worksheets,
11th Week
Module 7: Spreadsheets II - Formulas and Functions, Charts, Prepare Outputs
12th Week
Module 8: Using Databases I - Understanding Databases, Using the Application, Tables,
13th Week
Module 8: Using Databases II - Retrieving Information, Objects, Outputs, Ouery and Forms
14th Week
Review, Question and Answer,Make-up
RECOMENDED OR REQUIRED READING
Cabı E., Ersoy H., Kalelioğlu, F., Avcı Ü., Koç, S., Çetinkaya H. H., (2017). Bilgisayar Okuryazarlığı (Ed. Emine Cabı, Halil Ersoy). Ankara: Başkent Üniversitesi Gel. Vak. İk. İşlt.
Cox, J., Lambert, J. & Frye, C. (2011) Microsoft Office Professional 2010 Step by Step, Microsoft Press, Redmond, Washington, ISBN: 978-0-7356-2696-6.
Kennedy, J. A (2012). Complete ECDL 5 For Microsoft Office 2010 (2nd Revised edition). Gill & Macmillan Ltd, Dublin, Ireland, ISBN: 978-0717150519.
PLANNED LEARNING ACTIVITIES AND TEACHING METHODS
Bu ders, uzaktan eğitim yaklaşımı ile verilmektedir. Uzaktan eğitim kapsamında canlı video konferans gibi eşzamanlı (çevrimiçi) teknolojiler ile eğitsel video, metin ve görsel destekli materyal, uygulama, etkileşimli alıştırmalar, ödev gibi farklı zamanlı materyaller kullanılmaktadır. Lecture, soru-cevap, tartışma öğretim yöntem ve teknikleri uzaktan eğitim etkinliklerinde kullanılmaktadır.Lecture, Questions/Answers,Presentation.
ASSESSMENT METHODS AND CRITERIA
Quantity
Percentage(%)
Assignment
4
20
Quiz
8
15
Other
1
5
Total(%)
40
Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade(%)
40
Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade(%)
60
Total(%)
100
ECTS WORKLOAD
Activities
Number
Hours
Workload
Midterm exam
0
0
0
Preparation for Quiz
8
1
8
Individual or group work
12
2
24
Preparation for Final exam
1
5
5
Course hours
14
1
14
Preparation for Midterm exam
0
0
0
Laboratory (including preparation)
0
0
0
Final exam
1
1
1
Homework
4
2
8
Total Workload
60
Total Workload / 30
2
ECTS Credits of the Course
2
LANGUAGE OF INSTRUCTION
Turkish
WORK PLACEMENT(S)
No
KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES (KLO) / MATRIX OF LEARNING OUTCOMES (LO)
