I. General Information
1. Course Title:
Computer Literacy and E-learning
2. Course Prefix & Number:
COMP 1315
3. Course Credits and Contact Hours:
Credits: 3
Lecture Hours: 3
4. Course Description:
This course begins with understanding and effectively using the CLC E-learning components including D2L, Google gmail, and MnSCU E-services. The course then focuses on computing fundamentals, key
applications, and living online - the three standard skills sets categories of the IC3 computer literacy
curriculum. The learning domains included in this course are Computer Hardware, Peripherals and
Troubleshooting, Computer Software, Using an Operating System, Common Program Functions, Word
Processing Functions, Spreadsheet Features, Communication with Presentation Software, Communication Networks and the Internet, Electronic Communication and Collaboration, Using the Internet and the World Wide Web, and The Impact of Computing and the Internet on Society. This course will help students prepare for the IC3 certification exam. Career Preparation: Diverse – All business and organizational careers using current computer technologies. Certification Preparation: IC3.
5. Placement Tests Required:
6. Prerequisite Courses:
COMP 1315 - Computer Literacy and E-learning
There are no prerequisites for this course.
9. Co-requisite Courses:
COMP 1315 - Computer Literacy and E-learning
There are no corequisites for this course.
II. Transfer and Articulation
1. Course Equivalency - similar course from other regional institutions:
Normandale CC, COMT 1107 Introduction to Computer Technology, 4 credits
Inver Hills CC, CS1100 Introduction to Computers, 3 credits
St. Cloud TC, MSNA1200 - IT Essentials, 3 credits
Hibbing CC, CSCI 1010 Computer Literacy, 3 credits
3. Prior Learning - the following prior learning methods are acceptable for this course:
- Advanced Standing
- American Council on Education
- Military Experience
- Specialty Schools
- CLEP
- Written
- Oral
- Demonstration
- Portfolio
III. Course Purpose
3. Other - If this course does NOT meet criteria for #1 or #2 above, it may be used for the purpose(s) selected below:
- Liberal Arts Elective
- Non-Transferrable General Education Course
- Technical Elective
IV. Learning Outcomes
1. College-Wide Outcomes
| College-Wide Outcomes/Competencies |
Students will be able to: |
| Analyze and follow a sequence of operations |
Effectively operate a computer and use devices for file storage and management systems. |
| Utilize appropriate technology |
Access and use the basic functions in the CLC IMS system (currently D2L) including content access, discussion and posting boards, internal email, dropbox functions for uploading and reviewing files, quiz and testing functions, grade book functions, and collaborative components. |
2. Course Specific Outcomes - Students will be able to achieve the following measurable goals upon completion of
the course:
- Access and use the basic functions in the CLC IMS system (currently D2L) including content access, discussion and posting boards, internal email, dropbox functions for uploading and reviewing files, quiz and testing functions, grade book functions, and collaborative components.
- Use the official CLC communication email system (currently Gmail) including reading, composing, and sending email, mailbox configuration, and mail management.
- Operate a computer and use devices for file storage and management systems.
- Use word processing application software to create documents
- Use spreadsheet application software to create simple workbooks
- Use database management software to create simple databases
- Use presentation software to create a slide presentation.
- Identify the basic components of a computer system.
- Utilize Internet search technologies
V. Topical Outline
Listed below are major areas of content typically covered in this course.
1. Lecture Sessions
- CLC IMS functionality and use
- CLC official student communication system
- MnSCU student services system
- E-learning Technologies
- Computers and Computer Systems
- Input, Output and Storage
- Computer Protection
- Computer Maintenance
- Hardware and Software
- Software and Hardware Interaction
- Software Fundamentals
- Computing Fundamentals
- Operating Systems
- Windows Management
- Operating System Customization
- Understanding Operating Systems
- Exploring Microsoft Office 2013
- Getting Started with Word Essentials
- Editing and Formatting Documents
- Sharing Documents
- Working with Tables
- Enhancing Documents
- Getting Started with Excel Essentials
- Organizing and Enhancing Worksheets
- Creating Formulas and Charting Data
- Getting Started with PowerPoint Essentials
- Enhancing Presentations with Multimedia Effects
- Getting Started with Access Essentials
- Managing and Reporting Database Information
- Key Applications
- Networks and the Internet
- Communication Tools
- E-mail Management
- Communication Methods
- The Internet and World Wide Web
- Electronic Information Evaluation
- Computing and Internet Impact on Society
- Living Online