CS 101 - Digital Literacy

Computers and their applications are at the center of our everyday lives. In this course, we explore what it means to communicate effectively and engage in critical thinking and problem solving using computers as a creative tool. Students also build on their quantitative reasoning skills. Students learn how to analyze information and problem solve using Word Processing, Spreadsheet, Presentation, Database, Cloud Computing, Wiki/Blog andGPS/GIS to visualize, organize, present, document, explain, and query information. Students also learn how to create basic web pages in order to share them with a greater audience.

Fulfills a computer science requirement for the minor in Web Design but does not count towards the Computer Science Minor. Counts as an elective only for Computer Science with Business degree program.

Courses open to all majors - no prerequisite.

Four credits.