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Introduction to Computer Course CMS 111

The course 'Introduction to Computer' (CMS 111) at Rivers State University aims to provide students with a foundational understanding of computers and their applications. It covers topics such as the history, characteristics, classifications, and components of computers, along with assessments comprising continuous assessment and examinations. Teaching methods include lectures, group projects, and presentations throughout the semester.

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Introduction to Computer Course CMS 111

The course 'Introduction to Computer' (CMS 111) at Rivers State University aims to provide students with a foundational understanding of computers and their applications. It covers topics such as the history, characteristics, classifications, and components of computers, along with assessments comprising continuous assessment and examinations. Teaching methods include lectures, group projects, and presentations throughout the semester.

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Course

Guide

Rivers State University

COURSE TITLE: INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER


COURSE CODE: CMS 111

Course Lecturer: Mr Chizi Aloy-Okwelle ([Link]-okwelle@[Link])

COURSE AIM
The aim of this course is to provide students with the basic understanding of the
computer and its applications in everyday life.
COURSE OUTLINE:
1. Introduction
2. What is computer
a. Methods of Data Processing
b. The Computer System
3. Characteristics of computers
4. Historical Development of Computers
a. Steps towards Modern Computing
b. The Technological edge: Electronics
c. Major contributors towards the development of Computers
5. The Computers Generations
6. Classification of Computers
a. Classification according to the purpose of the computer
b. Classification according to the operation principles
c. Classification according to the size of the computer
COURSE OBJECTIVES
The specific objectives of this course are to:
 Provide basic understanding of the historical evolution of the

CMS 111 Introduction to computer


computer, types of computers and the classification of computers.
 Enable the students to understand the components of the computer – the
hardware and software.
 Help students to identify the different generations of computer
 Help students to identify the different classification of computer
COURSE MATERIALS
You will be provided with the following materials:
 Course Guide
 Modules
 Study units
 List of recommended textbooks which will serve as compliments
 to the course material
ASSESSMENT
There are two components of assessment for this course. The continuous
assessment(CA) (30 marks) and examination (70 marks)
TEACHING
Teaching spreads across the whole semester. Teaching methods will include;
 lectures
 group projects
 presentations

CMS 111 Introduction to computer

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