Include a brief summary of the course topics and requirements, the general format of the course, and the methods of evaluation.


== Skills and knowledge students should have prior to beginning the course: ==


  * Any high school graduate should have the requisite skills to be successful in this course.


== Course Topics: ==
* Identify and describe basic hardware components of computer systems;
* Articulate and discuss the use of programming, databases, networks, the Internet, and information systems;
* Identify and discuss major operating system functions;
* Identify, discuss, and demonstrate usage of the various functions of computer applications, including word
processing, spreadsheets, presentation, and database software;
* Design and develop a website using HTML, style sheets, and multimedia technologies;
* Discuss and explain the social, ethical, and legal issues associated with computing and emerging technologies;
* Explain how to evaluate the quality of resources discovered online for their accuracy and reliability;
* Develop an ePortfolio including selected artifacts and supporting learning reflections


== Course Format: ==

  * Course is offered in Distance Ed format only.



== Method of evaluation: ==

  * Number of Assignments: 5
  * Number of Graded Labs: regular online labs
  * Number of Quizzes: 4
  * Participation in discussion boards: ongoing
  * Final Exam? Yes
  * Group work? NO