COSC 1513 Introduction to Information Processing Syllabus 010 Fall 2025

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Credit Hours 3.00 Lecture Hours 2 Clinical/Lab Hours 2
Type of Credit
Occupational/Technical
CIP Code
11.0201
Course Description
This course provides an introduction to the meaning and function of hardware, software, data procedures, and personnel in a business computer system. Basic systems analysis and design techniques, file processing and data base concepts, plus the entering and executing of programs will be presented. The hands-on use of business software packages for Windows, word processing, spreadsheets, Internet access, presentation graphics, and data base will be included. IAI: BUS 902 Business.

Course Alignment

IAI Number
BSNS-11
IAI Title
Intro to Information Process

Faculty Contact Information

Faculty Name
Tony Hill
Faculty Email
ahill@kcc.edu

Course Information

Course Outcomes

At the end of this course, students will be able to:

  1. Develop skills and knowledge in computer concepts, history and industry trends
  2. Develop skills in file management, Windows, Internet and Email and Networking concepts and Office Applications – Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access.
  3. Be ready to embark on more advanced study in computer technology and applications
Academic Division

Business, Technology & Human Services

Dean, Paul Carlson; 815-802-8858; V105; pcarlson@kcc.edu; Division Office – W102; 815-802-8650

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