Introduction to computer science
To provide a set of knowledge and skills in the field of information technology to support the student in both academic path and professional activity. The course aims to provide theoretical and applicative knowledge for the understanding and use of computers and computer networks. The topics discussed in the theoretical part will be the following: digital representation of information, computer architecture, software and operating system, computer networks, the Internet and network application services. The theoretical part will be complemented by a part designed to provide practical knowledge on computer usage.
At the end of the course the student will: - be familiar with a set of basic knowledge on information and communication technologies (ICT) - have gained a deeper understanding of text encoding - have acquired advanced competences in the use of software tools (word processors and spreadsheets)
Blended course composed of in class (6 hours) and online (30 hours) learning activities. Online lessons and activities are delivered through the AulaWeb learning platform.
Ricevimento: Office hours: after lesson time, alternatively, by appointment via email e-mail: ilaria.torre@unige.it – tel. 010.3532818
Ricevimento: Appointment by email
GIANNA REGGIO (President)
ILARIA TORRE (President)
SIMONE TORSANI
First lesson: LCM course: 16 October, time 9-11, room Aula Magna TTMI course: 17 October, time 13-15, room Aula 1 Magazzini dell’Abbondanza
COMPUTER SCIENCE A