CPSC 140 Elements of Computing. This survey course, intended for non-specialists, provides a general introduction to computer concepts and terminology, and current and future use of computers. Common software applications and elementary programming concepts will be introduced. Course delivery is mixed mode: lectures will be delivered online, while labs will take place face-to-face in the computer labs. This course does not serve as a prerequisite for further computing science courses.
Prerequisites: English Studies 12 or English First Peoples 12 or ENGL 60 with a minimum grade of 60%
Accessibility Services Notice
Students who would like an academic accommodation and who have a documented disability should contact Accessibility Services, if they have not already done so.Course Details| Total number of weeks | 14 |
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| Total Credits | |
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| Total Hours | 5 |
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Typical hours per week breakdown| Lecture | 2 |
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| Other | 3 |
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Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the learner will be able to:
- Operating system fundamentals with Windows
- Word processing with Microsoft Word
- Electronic spreadsheets with Microsoft Excel
- Databases with Microsoft Access
- Presentation Graphics with PowerPoint
- Programming with HTML and JavaScript
Grading Table
Standard Academic and Career Programs Grading Table
| Percentage |
Letter Grade |
GPA |
| 90-100 |
A+ |
4.33 |
| 85-89 |
A |
4.00 |
| 80-84 |
A- |
3.67 |
| 76-79 |
B+ |
3.33 |
| 72-75 |
B |
3.00 |
| 68-71 |
B- |
2.67 |
| 64-67 |
C+ |
2.33 |
| 60-63 |
C |
2.00 |
| 55-59 |
C- |
1.67 |
| 50-54 |
P |
1.00 |
| 0-49 |
F |
0.00 |
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DNW |
0.00 |
See the Academic Calendar for General Information including how to withdraw from course(s) and other regulations.
Disclaimer
Information contained in this course outline is correct at the time of publication. Content of the course is revised on an ongoing basis to ensure relevance to changing educational, employment and market needs. The instructor will endeavor to provide notice of changes to students as soon as possible. The instructor reserves the right to add or delete material from courses.