This course introduces the essential concepts necessary to make effective use of the computer and computer applications. Students will achieve an understanding of what a computer can do, how it works, and how it can be used to create documents using word processing and spreadsheet applications as well as presentation graphics for personal and business use.

The course will also equip students with the understanding of the internet and it’s infrastructure and how it’s application supports today’s competitive management environment. Students understanding of these issues and how they can use them to add value in business is critical in the course. Computer and office application use, systems analysis and

design, data modeling, and communication. Identify, analyze, and explain Information Technology solutions in

relation to costs, benefits, and risks. Develop and design applications in spreadsheet or database use. Develop the

analytical skills and understanding of computer systems, networks, and business software applications. Course outcomes :

• a.Knowledge and Understanding: :

1.  Understand the concept of data analysis
2. Explain how data analysis help a business gain strategic advantages
3.  Explain the purpose of Excel software packages for end-user productivity and collaborative computing
4. Identify three business forecasting methods
5. Explain how failures in IT management can be reduced by the involvement of business managers in IT planning and management. 

•  b.Intellectual Skills: :

1. Examine skills needed for effectiveness in the applying of data analysis
2. Identify several strategic uses of Excel application and give examples of how they can help a business gain competitive advantages.
3. Identify the business value of using Excel application in business forecasting
4. To define and describe the functions of an operating system
5. Professional and Practical Skills: :
6. Explain why business forecasting is important for business professionals, and identify five areas of
7. information systems knowledge that they need
8. Explain how Excel application can help a business gain strategic advantages

•  To describe the main uses of computer programming software, tools, and languages.
• d.General and Transferable Skills: :

1. The ability to practice team work and presents results.
2. The ability to use Microsoft applications ( Access, Excel, PowerPoint, ,Publisher, and word)