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    This document outlines a course on computer applications. It details the unit code, title, lecturer information, expected learning outcomes, course syllabus and schedule, mode of delivery, teaching methodology, assessment, and core reading materials. The course aims to equip students with computer application skills and covers topics like word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, databases, internet, email, and emerging trends.

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    F-7-16

    Unit Code: DIT 101


    Unit Title: COMPUTER APPLICATIONS
    Program(s): DSE/DBIT/DAF/DIT/DSE/DCF
    Lecturer Name: Mr. Kennedy Githaiga
    Lecturer Contacts: Email:[email protected]
    TIME AS TIMETABLED PER GROUP
    UNIT DESCRIPTION
    This unit is intended to equip the trainee with knowledge, skills and attitudes to enable him/her to perform duties,
    process information from a variety of sources and apply Information communication technology at the workplace
    EXPECTED LEARNING OUTCOMES
    By the end of this unit, the student should be able to:
    1. Acquire skills in using a variety of computer applications software and hardware to accomplish
    tasks and communicate ideas
    2. Demonstrate proficiency in use of computer applications
    3. Analyze the ethical, legal and security issues relating to the use of computer applications

    COURSE SYLLABUS AND SCHEDULE

    Topic Sub
    topic
    1. INTRODUCTION COMPUTERS  definition of terms, history of computers, classification
    of Computers, Importance of computers, demerits of
    computers ,computer systems

    2. COMPUTER SOFTWARE  Definition of softwares


     Uses of softwares
     Classification of softwares

    3. WORD PROCESSING  creating a


    document,
     creating borders,
    formatting,
     Tables, Mail Merge,
    printing

    4. SPREADSHEETS  ,Areas where


    spreadsheet are
    used, worksheet
    layout, adding,
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    renaming and
    deleting a work
    sheet, formatting;
    cell formatting, row
    formatting, column
    formatting, and
    sheet formatting,
    charts and Printing
    5. PRESENTATION  Presentation Packages; creating
    slides, formatting slides, running
    slides, editing objects, printing
    slides and handouts,
    6. DATABASES  database; tables, forms, reports,

    7INTERNET AND EMAIL  importance of internet


     Email setup and etiquette

    8. EMERGING TRENDS IN  Trends


    COMPUTER APPLICATIONS and
    challenge
    in data
    structures

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    Mode of Delivery
    The mode of delivery will be Face to Face or Blended.

    Teaching Methodology
    Lecture method, Group activities, Class discussions, Demonstrations, illustrations and computer practical.

    Instructional Materials and or Equipment


    Lectures, discovery learning, problem-based learning, group-based learning, independent studies and e-
    learning Overhead Projector, Handouts, Text books, white board marker
    Course Assessment

    Continuous Assessment Test 30%

    Assignments 10%

    Examination 60%

    Total 100%

    Core Reading Materials for the Course:

    1. Blokdyk, G. (2020). Enterprise computer application a complete guide - 2020 edition. 5starcooks.

    2. Ojas, A., & Shrivastva, S. (2022). Introduction to computer application for B.Com (Sem.1) according to
    NEP-2020. SBPD Publishing House.

    Recommended Reference Materials for the Course:


    1. Cortada, J. W. (2020). How to Live with Computers. In Living with Computers. Copernicus, Cham.
    2. Stair, R., & Reynolds, G. (2017). Fundamentals of information systems. Cengage Learning.
    Course Journals and Periodicals
    1. Computer Application Quarterly ISSN: 0276-33317.
    2. Journal of Information Management ISSN: 2684012.
    3. Computer Research ISSN: 1552-3810ISSN.

    1.
    Prepared by
    Unit lecture name: …Mr.Kennedy Githaiga…… signature:……………………………………….
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    Approval for circulation by:
    Hod name:……Mr. Boniface Mwangi………………………
    signature:………………………………….

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