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The UGBS 102 course, Introduction to Computing, aims to provide students with foundational knowledge in computing, emphasizing its applications in business. The course covers essential topics such as computer hardware and software, internet usage, security, and information systems, with a blended delivery mode. Assessment includes interim exams, assignments, and attendance, with a grading scale from A (Outstanding) to F (Fail).

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Course Outline 2025

The UGBS 102 course, Introduction to Computing, aims to provide students with foundational knowledge in computing, emphasizing its applications in business. The course covers essential topics such as computer hardware and software, internet usage, security, and information systems, with a blended delivery mode. Assessment includes interim exams, assignments, and attendance, with a grading scale from A (Outstanding) to F (Fail).

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DEPT OF OPERATIONS AND MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS

2024/2025 ACADEMIC YEAR


COURSE SYLLABUS
UGBS 102: INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTING (3 CREDIT)

1. LECTURERS AND CONTACTS


Lecturers:
o Prof. Emmanuel Awuni
o Prof. Acheampong Owusu
o Prof. Eric Afful-Dadzie
o Dr. Eric Ansong

2. COURSE DESCRIPTION & OBJECTIVES


This course aims at providing an introduction to the science and discipline of computing with emphasis
on its applications in businesses. The major parts of the course will cover the basic concepts of computers
– both hardware and software as well as the Internet/Networks and their applications, Computer Security
& Privacy, Information & Data Management and brief introduction to Information Systems and System
Development. The emphasis is on students gaining an understanding and achieving proficiency in the use
of essential tools for productivity with computing technology.

Learning Outcomes: At the end of the course, the students should understand the rudiments of
computers and how it underpins organisational development. Students should be able to identify the
information system cycle and also know information process cycle. They should understand the internet
and how it can be leveraged for efficiency in business organisation. Students should be able to know and
describe prominent business application software’s.

Delivery mode: The course will be delivered through a blended mode (Face to face and online). Students
are expected to read topics in textbook. Any changes to the schedule and assignments will be given in
class.

Plagiarism Policy: Plagiarism in any form is unacceptable in the University of Ghana and shall be treated
as a serious offence. Appropriate sanctions, as stipulated in the Plagiarism Policy, will be applied when
students are found to have violated the Plagiarism policy.

3. RECOMMENDED MATERIAL

● Shelly, G. B., & Vermaat, M. E. (2012). Discovering Computers, Fundamentals: Your


Interactive Guide to the Digital World. Course Technology Press
● Gaskin, S., Graviett, N., and Geoghan, D. (2017). Go! All in One: Computer Concepts and
Applications. 2nd Edition, Pearson Education, Limited.
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● Parsons, J.J. and Oja, D. (2017). New Perspectives on Computer Concepts 2014: Introductory.
16th Edition, Cengage Learning.
● Evans, E. R., Martin, K. and Poatsy M. S. (2012). Technology in Action. Prentice Hall

4. ASSESSMENT AND GRADING

ITEMS MARKS
Interim Assessment 30
Class Assignments 15
Class attendance 5
End of Semester 50
Total 100%

# Numerical Marks (%) Grade Grade Point Interpretation


1 80 - 100 A 4.0 Outstanding
2 75 - 79 B+ 3.5 Very Good
3 70 - 74 B 3.0 Good
4 65 - 69 C+ 2.5 Fairly Good
5 60 – 64 C 2.0 Average
6 55- 59 D+ 1.5 Below Average
7 50 - 54 D 1.0 Marginal Pass
8 45 - 49 E 0.5 Unsatisfactory
9 0 -444 F 0.0 Fail
7 Z Disqualification
8 I Incomplete with
justification
9 Y Continuing
10 X Incomplete without
justification

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5. COURSE MODULES

Week Topics/ Subtopics Comment


1 Computers and Information Processing
• Definition of a Computer
• Information Processing cycle
• Types and Characteristics of Computers
• Functions of a Computer
• Data Processing
2 Computer Hardware
• Parts of a System Unit and Motherboard
• Function of the Central Processing Unit
• Input Devices and Their Uses
• Output Devices and Their Uses
• Storage Devices and Their Uses
• Communication Devices and Their Uses
3 Computer Software
• Purpose and Functions of Computer software
• Categories of Application Software
• Software availability forms
4 Operating Systems Presentations by
• Operating Systems students
• System Utilities
• Types of System Software
• Operating Systems functions
• Work with File Types
The Internet
• Importance of the Internet
6
• Types of Internet Connections
• Roles of Social Media in Today’s Society
7 Networks, Web and E-mail
• Importance of Computer Networks
• Types of Computer Networks
• Protect a Network Basics of the Web and Email
• Features of the Web and Email
8 Security and Privacy
• Basics of Security and Privacy
• How to ensure security
• Types of Cybercrime
• Password Security
• Types of Malware
• How to Secure a Computer
• Safe Computing Practices
Interim Assessment Examination

9 Data Representation
• Explain how integers are represented in computers
• Explain how function numbers are represented
• Convert decimal to binary
• Explain how characters are represented in
computers
• Explain how colors, images, sound and movies are
represented in computers
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10 - 11 Information and Data Management Presentations by
• Define data base and explain database interaction students
• Data integrity
• Qualities of valuable information
• File maintenance
• File processing
12 - 13 Information Systems and Program Development
• Systems development
• Stages in systems development
• Guidelines for systems development
• Low-level language and procedural language
• Object oriented programing languages
• Way to develop websites

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