Course: Understanding Computing, Section: TOPIC 2- THE COMPUTING AND IT DISCIPLINES

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Ms. Noor Zuhaili bt Md Yasin

Master in Computer Science (Software Engineering), Universiti Putra Malaysia

Field of study: Software Engineering, Programming

: zuhaili@nilai.edu.my

S222, Science Block (School of Computing, FEST)

: 012 3634344

Thursday (10-12pm), Friday (3-5pm)



Topic 1	Introduction
	1.1	What is computing
	1.2	Why I chose this field
	1.3	The use and misuse of computers in organisations


Topic 2	The computing and IT disciplines
	2.1	Computer Engineering
	2.2	Computer Science
	2.3	Information Systems
	2.4	Information Technology
	2.5	Software Engineering
	2.6	The difference between computer science and information technology
	2.7	Pervasive theme in information technology
	Summary


Topic 3	Career in computing profession
	3.1	Comparing expectations of graduates
	3.2	Career opportunities
	3.3	Different types of curriculum vitae
	3.4	Producing a good curriculum vitae
	3.5	Preparation of interview session
	3.6	Online Career Test
	3.7	Persuasive communication, negotiation skills and teamwork
	3.8	Social implications of IT and Information Communication Technology
	Summary


Topic 4	Evolution of Computing Fields
	4.1	Brief history of generations of computer
	4.2	Improvements of computer over time period
	4.3	Social impacts of computer evolutions
	4.4	Health issues
	4.5	Legal issues
	Summary

Topic 5	Computing Professional Bodies and its Conduct
	5.1	Definition of professionals
	5.2	Role of computing professionals
	5.3	Professional values
	5.4	Professional ethics in the context of computing
	5.5	Professional societies and its conducts
	Summary


Topic 6	Ethics and Code of Conduct
	6.1	What is ethics
	6.2	Personal ethic and work life
	6.3	Ethics and the effect from technology
	6.4	Using computers to support ethical conduct
	6.5	Copyright, patent, trademark
	6.6	Intellectual properties
	6.7	Social implications
	Summary


Topic 7	Teamwork: How to work in a team and the importance of teamwork
	7.1	Persuasive Communication and negotiation skill
	7.1.1	Importance of teamwork
	Summary

INTRODUCTION TO THE COURSE

Hi!

Welcome to OEC3127 Understanding Computing
OEC3127 covers with general introduction to computing field including computing disciplines, evolution of computing field, computing professions, professional bodies in computing, computing security, ethics and code of conduct and computing portfolio. Specifically, the course provides the students with an overview of the computing disciplines and computing societies; knowledge of workplace and graduates expectations and career opportunities and development of soft skills. This course also introduces the student with hands-on experience through field trip to the relevant IT organization, report writing and teamwork.
The objective of this course:

• to help students gain an overview of the field that they have chosen to be involved in.

• to develop essential knowledge and study skills that will help them perform well as a tertiary student.

• to initiate the development of soft skills such as team work, communication and organisation skills.

CONTINUOUS ASSESSMENT SCHEDULE

This course is assessed by both coursework and examination.

Coursework Percentage: 40%

Examination Percentage: 60%

Good luck & enjoy learning 😊
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TOPIC 2- THE COMPUTING AND IT DISCIPLINES

TOPIC 2– THE COMPUTING AND IT DISCIPLINES File

LEARNING OUTCOMES

By the end of this topics, you will be able to:

1. Describe the a variety of computer disciplines

2. Define the pervasive in IT

SUMMARY

In this topic you have learnt that:

The different level of IT fields like computer engineering, computer science, information system, information technology and software engineering.

Difference between CS and IT, the work environments expected from both careers can vary widely, too. Most IT professionals work as part of a team in an organization, serving internal needs or working directly with clients. Computer scientists, however, work in businesses, colleges, video game development companies, or as freelancers. Regardless of which appeals more, there’s plenty of potential for career growth and lucrative job opportunities in both fields.

What is the difference between CS and IT at KJSCE? - Quora

Link video lecture (Duration: 1 hour lecture)

https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1ToWAmQ_ickrVSpSKIGbN3RkNIA-4kRs9/edit?usp=share_link&ouid=105801180759338553524&rtpof=true&sd=true

By refer to this video lecture, you will see a difference between CS and IT, the work environments expected from both careers.

Try Do This- Duration: 1 hour Quiz
Q and A- Duration: 1 hour Forum
Self-check 2.1 (Duration: 2 hours) Quiz

SELF CHECK 2.1

1. List the IT disciplines.

2. What is difference between CS and IT?

3. Explain the importance of pervasive in IT.

4. Some employers today are using a variety of soft benefits (such as free or low-cost on-site child- care, gyms, massages, and restaurants) to recruit and keep talented employees. For instance, Google employees get free lunch and dinner, among other benefits. What are the advantages and disadvantages to both employers and employees of these types of employee benefits? Would these soft benefits make you more inclined to work at that company? Why or why not? What about gamification—the use of awarded points, rewards, and other game-type incentives?
SIM Lecture Note- Topic 2 (Duration: 1 hour) File

Dear my students, you also can check the sim lecture note for this topic

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Examination Percentage: 60%

TOPIC 2- THE COMPUTING AND IT DISCIPLINES

TOPIC 2- THE COMPUTING AND IT DISCIPLINES

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