Introduction of IT

1. STID 1103
COMPUTER APPLICATIONS
IN MANAGEMENT
MOHD TARMIZI MUSA
Universiti Utara Malaysia
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2. Personal Data
 Mohd Tarmizi Bin Musa
 Room: 2106
 FTM, CAS, UUM, 06010 Sintok, Kedah,
MALAYSIA
 (604) 9284609
 TARMIZI@UUM.EDU.MY
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3. Education Background
 1982 – 1987, Sek Men Jitra, Kedah.
 1989, American Associate Degree (AAD) ,
State University of New York at Buffalo, USA
 1992, BSc in Comp. Science & Math,
University of Hartford, Connecticut, USA
 1995, MSc IT (Multimedia), University of East
Anglia, Norwich, UK.
 2010, “PhD (Wireless Network)”, University of
Hull, UK.
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4. Working Experience
 1990 – 1993, Network Engineer,
MicroAge, Connecticut, USA.
 1994, Lecturer, ITTAR, Malaysia
 1994 – present, Lecturer, UUM.
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5. Courses Taught
 Computer Organization
 Computer Networks
 Data Communications
 Network Design
 Network Management
 Local Area Network (MScIT)
 Data Communications & Networking (MScIT
NIM Cambodia)
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6. STID 1103 - Syllabus
 Course Synopsis
 Course Objectives
 Learning Outcomes
 Text Books & References
 Course Contents
 Teaching Method
 Course Assessment
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7. SYNOPSIS
 This is an introductory course targeting to create
awareness on various popular computer applications
which are being used in organizations. Application
such as accounting management, communications,
and project management will be covered in this
course. In addition, students will also be exposed to
proper method of report writing, data gathering and
compilation, as well as database management. The
students will also be exposed to the methods in
converting data to charts and graphs, preparing
presentations, and presenting data. Besides using
Internet applications, the students are required to
build and maintain simple web pages.
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8. OBJECTIVES
Upon completion of this course, students
are expected to
– acquire basic knowledge on current ICT.
– develop competency in using several
management-related applications,
which are popular among the
professionals and entrepreneurs.
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9. LEARNING OUTCOME
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to
– apply basic knowledge on computer technology in
order to make a good decision when acquiring a
computer.
– use Internet technology to find required
information.
– identify the use of different software applications
for different management situation.
– produce different type of document for different
management purpose.
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10. REFERENCE
 Beekman, G and Beekmen, B., (2009) Tomorrow Technology and
You. 9th Edition, Upper Saddle River, New Jersey: Pearson.
 Evans, A., Martin K. and Poatsy, M. A. (2009) Technology in
Action. 6th Edition, Upper Saddle River, New Jersey: Pearson.
 Hulett, M., Krebs, C., and Lockley, M.W. (2008), Microsoft OFFICE
2007 (Vol. 1), Upper Saddle River, New Jersey: Pearson.
 Shelly, G.B., Cashman, T.J. and Vermaat, M.E. (2006). Discovering
Computers 2006 A Gateway to Information, Thomson Learning
 Shelly, G.B., Cashman, T. J., & Vermaat, M. E. (2002). Microsoft
Office XP: Introductory Concepts and Techniques-Enhanced
Edition. United States: Course Technology.
 Toot, M.S. (2005). Read Less – Learn More. Master Visually Office
2003. The Complete Visual Reference. 2nd Edition, New York:
Hungry Minds.
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11. Ch 1: Introduction to Information
Technology (3 hours)
– Describe the evolution of Information
Technology and Communications
– Explain the concepts of ICT and IT
– Introduce to computer hardware
– Introduce to computer software
– Discuss the history of Windows
Technology
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12. Ch 2: Introduction to Internet
(3 hours)
– Introduce the concept of the Internet
– Describe the Internet components.
– Describe WWW: composition, hypertext,
web pages, and URL.
– Introduce to Internet Navigator: Browser,
and Search engine
– Explain the usage of Electronic mail
– Describe File Transfer Protocol (FTP)
– Discuss the usage of WWW
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13. Ch 3: Introduction to Word Processing
(3 hours)
 Introduce basic functions, process and
types of word processor
 Describe Basic Skills on:
• Selecting certain techniques for create
documents, editing documents, formatting
documents, build table, formatting large
documents, structuring contents, build
indexes
• Selecting Graphical usage like Clipart,
AutoShape, WordArt and etc.
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14. Ch 4: Introduction to Spreadsheet
(6 hours)
 Introduce Microsoft Excel software
 Explain Basic skills in spreadsheet: composition
spread sheet
 Elaborate creating spreadsheet applications
 Discuss how to create and use of formula
 Explain functions: add and use functions
 Compare between formulas and functions
 Elaborate how to build table list
 Explain how to do list manipulation
 Explain about forecasting: use in financial and
banking
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15. Ch 5: Introduction to Charts and Graph
(3 hours)
 Introduce Charts and graph categories
 Explain how to build charts and graph
 Elaborate the usage of charts and graphs
in management
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16. Ch 6: Introduction to Microsoft Project
(3 hours)
 Introduce GANTT/PERT charts
 Explain how to do GANTT/PERT charts
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17. Ch 7: Graphic Design
(3 hours)
 Introduce the importance of graphic applications
in management
 Explain graphic categories: vector image, Bitmap
and image conversion
 Describe graphic quality: consideration factors
 Describe the graphic standard: BMP, TIFF, TGA,
EPS, GIF
 Explain technique to design graphic: drawing
program, paint program and image editing
programs
 Discuss graphic evaluation
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18. Ch 8: Web Page Development
(3 hours)
 Introduce Web Page: functions and
categories
 Explain methods in build web page
 Elaborate contents analysis and concepts
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19. Ch 9: Web Page Development
(continue…) (3 hours)
 Introduce HTML coding
 Elaborate Web sites development phases
 Explain feedback analysis
 Explain web page promotion
 Creating web pages using FRONTPAGE
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20. Ch 10: Presentation Applications:
Microsoft PowerPoint (3 hours)
 Introduce basic concepts: Presentation
 Explain techniques in design presentation
 Elaborate on building presentation: build
slide master, editing clipart, bullets,
Autoshape and etc
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21. Ch 11: Presentation Applications:
Microsoft PowerPoint (continue) (3 hours)
 Elaborate Build table in slide and
animation
 Describe presentation Techniques: on
mouse click and automatic time setting.
 Explain on presentation evaluation
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22. Ch 12: Introduction to Database
(6 hours)
 Introduce the basic concepts of database
 Explain database system model
 Describe Evolution of database
 Explain basic operation in build database
systems
 Describe the use of table, relationship,
query, form and report.
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23. TEACHING METHOD
 Lectures, case studies, online tutorial and
activities & discussions.
– (42 hours)
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24. COURSE ASSESMENT
 Assignment & Quizzes : 40/100
 Mid-Term Exam : 20/100
 Final Examination : 40/100
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25. Reminder
 “Seseorang pelajar akan dihalang daripada mengambil
peperiksaan sekiranya tidak menghadiri sekurang-
kurangnya 80% daripada jumlah kuliah dan tutorial sama
ada dengan sebab ataupun tidak.”
 A student will be barred from taking the final examination if
he/she does not attend at least 80% of lectures and
tutorials.
 An X grade will be given to a student who is barred from
taking the examination because his/her attendance for
lectures and tutorials is less than 80%. An X grade cannot
be redeemed.
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