Hands-on introduction to the Internet including electronic mail, file
transfer protocol (FTP), browser use and web page development.
(Prerequisite: None.) Advisory: CSCI C101 or CSCI C070 or equivalent.
Course Details
Course Name & Number: CSCI 171
CRN: 70157
Course Title: Introduction to the Internet
Instructor: Tom McGovern
Units:
1
Class Meets: October 20 - December 12
Term: Fall 2008
Textbook:
Schneider, Gary p, Jessica Evans. "New Perspectives on The Internet," seventh edition comprehensive, 2009, Course Technology, CENGAGE Learning.
Estimated Time per Week: 6 hours
Skill Level: Beginner. A basic understanding of how a computer and email work.
Special Requirements: You must have a reliable connection to the Internet, a reliable computer system, and some basic experience with e-mail including the use of enclosures or attachments in order to complete this course. As a minimum, I would recommend using either an IBM compatible computer that is of the Pentium class of processor running at 1 GHz or faster or a Macintosh computer that is running the PowerPC processor at 500 MHz or faster. You will need a color monitor capable of at least 800 x 600 screen resolution.
Assignments & Tests: Students will complete weekly practical applications, such as designing simple web pages and setting up web logs. Weekly discussion forum participation, a quiz or two, a short midterm research paper, and a final exam.
Proctored Exams: No
Additional Comments: This course will help those who desire to learn how to master "Surfing the Net" for school, home, business, or pleasure uses. It is taught entirely in the Moodle content delivery system.
Disclaimer: The book prices are an approximation only and are subject
to change.