Computing Concepts Course

Total Items: 9 Total Time: 23.00 hour(s)

Summary:

This training examines several basic computing concepts.

Security issues are discussed, including administrative, physical, logical, and network security, and how to plan for security risks.

The basic concepts of database functionality and selection are also discussed.

Data processing and management is examined in detail, including teleprocessing, data transmission, and messages.

Learning Segment 1:

Summary:

This learning segment provides an advanced look at computer security features.

Objectives:

• Identify and understand the three classifications of computer security: administrative, physical and logical
• Explain how access controls are used to restrict the number of people who have access to computers and sensitive data
• Explain how access control software limits who can log onto computers and what information they may retrieve Explain how networks and terminals communicate

Topics:

• Choices in Security Administrative Security Physical Security Environmental Threats Logical Security Network Security Microcomputer Security

Learning Segment 2:

Summary:

This learning segment explains contingency planning and precautions against computer crime using the framework of administrative, physical and logical security.

Objectives:

• Apply the process of risk analysis
•  Explain the function of a Contingency Planning Committee Describe the laws and principles of privacy used to cover computer crimes Describe the administrative, physical and logical controls used in the collection of data Explain the purpose, process and tools used in EDP auditing

Topics:

• Contingency Planning Planning Example Computer Crimes The Effect of Computer Laws EDP Auditing

Learning Segment 3:

Summary:

This learning segment provides an introduction to the basics of databases.

Objectives:

• Use data management functions Explain paper based management Describe file oriented management Describe the database management system Define three database models Identify general principles Describe the general principles of the network model Explain the general principles of the relational model

Topics:

• Data Management Systems Paper-Based File System File-Oriented Computer System Database Models The Hierarchical Model The Network Model The Relational Model

Learning Segment 4:

Summary:

This learning segment introduces the principles of database management systems (DBMSs).

Objectives:

• Distinguish the three models Understand the criteria for comparison Define transaction processing Explain information retrieval Identify change accommodation Choose the appropriate model

Topics:

• Evalutating the Three Models Evaluating The Hierarchical Model Evaluating The Network Model Evaluating The Relational Model Evaluation Summary Selecting The Appropriate Model

Learning Segment 5:

Summary:

This learning segment provides an introduction to the concepts related to data processing.

Objectives:

• Describe the various components of a computer Define the terms bits and bytes Explain the various concepts related to data structures Explain the concepts related to processing of data Explain the various concepts related to programming

Topics:

• The Computer System Data Structures Datasets and Files Writing Programs

Learning Segment 6:

Summary:

This learning segment provides an overview of managing data.

Objectives:

• Define basic concepts Explain an overview of JCL Statements Explain how to use libraries Explain how job processing works

Topics:

• JCL Overview JCL Statements Libraries Job Processing

Learning Segment 7:

Summary:

This learning segment provides an overview of various computing concepts related to teleprocessing.

Objectives:

• Define a teleprocessing system Describe the functioning of various components of communication systems Describe the functions of data communication systems Distinguish between dumb and intelligent terminals Describe the function of various network components

Topics:

• Teleprocessing Systems Communications Systems Data Communications Systems Terminals Networks

Learning Segment 8:

Summary:

This learning segment covers the functions performed by a teleprocessing network.

Objectives:

• Explain an overview of functions performed by a teleprocessing network Describe the control of a teleprocessing network Explain the steps of the conversion process Use software that edits the message content and checks for errors Use and understand modems Describe the flow of information paths in a telecommunications network Explain information on the flow of characteristics, direction, mode, and speed in a network Recognize and handle errors within a transmission channel Recognize noise and how to correct noise errors

Topics:

• The Teleprocessing Network Assembling Data Editing Software Modems Lines Information Flow Errors

Learning Segment 9:

Summary:

This learning segment explains the fourth element of telecommunications, the message.

Objectives:

• Define the fourth component of telecommunications Describe some common data codes Explain data transmission structures Identify message protocols Use the INW to communicate Describe the cost of using the INW Identify aspects of telecommunications history

Topics:

• Coding Systems Data Transmission Structures Message Protocols Using the INW Communications History

Features:

• Activities allow learners to apply course concepts in an interactive questioning environment.
• Exercises allow learners to practice in the actual application being studied.
• A Course Topics list contains active hyperlinks, permitting quick access to specific topics.
• Find-A-Word allows learners to look up an unfamiliar term in the Glossary, on the Web, or in a dictionary.
• In addition, it lets them find other occurrences of the term in the same course.
• Search text enables learners to rapidly search all text within a course to easily retrieve information required.
• Courses challenge the learner with a variety of question formats, including multi-step simulations, true/false, multiple choice, and fill-in-the-blank.
• A skill assessment generates a customized learning path based on the results of a pre-test. A glossary provides a reference for definitions of unfamiliar terms.
• Bookmarking tracks the learner's progress in a course.

Technical Requirements:

P500+ Processor, 128MB of RAM; Windows 2000, 2003, XP, Minimum screen resolution 800x600, Internet Explorer 5.5 or higher; Windows Media Player 9.0 or higher; Flash 8.0 or higher; 56K minimum connection; broadband (256 kpbs or higher) connection recommended; Cookies enabled; Sound card with speakers or headphones strongly recommended.