COMS B3 - Computer Concepts and Survival Skills

Institution:

Bakersfield College

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Description:

An introduction to computers and computer information systems as problem-solving and personal productivity tools. The focus of the course is to provide "survival skills" andcomputer literacy that most computer users need today. The lecture portion includes a brief history of computing, computer hardware and software, communications, the internet, and ethical and societal implications of computer use. The lab portion provides hands-on experience with software and techniques that will help students to be productive personally and professionally. Examples include: word processing, spreadsheets, backup, anti-virus, anti-spyware, communications, multimedia, Email, web-based research, and operating systems. Recommended: Reading Level 5 or 6. Hours: 27 lect. 27 lab. Offered: F, S. CCS: Occupational Education. Transferable: CSU and private colleges. Not open to students who have taken COMS B2.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.bakersfieldcollege.edu/

Phone Number:

(661) 395-4011

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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