Introduction to Information Systems

Module outcomes:

On the successful completion of this module, the student must be able to demonstrate:

• introduction to Information systems, technology, computer devices and internet;
• connecting and communicating online; the internet website and media;
• knowledge of using computer and mobile devices for personal and work;
• knowledge on application and system software;
• understanding of digital security, ethics and privacy; and
• familiarization with North-West University information systems

Prescribed text book:

Title: Discovering Computers 2018: Digital Technology, Data, and Devices. Cengage Learning
Authors: Vermaat, M. E., Sebok, S. L., Freund, S. M., Campbell, J. T & Frydenbery, M.
Edition: (2018). Shelly Cashman Series® .
ISBN: 9781337515092
PUBLISHER: Cengage

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