Introduction to ComputingLaajuus (5 cr)
Course unit code: C-10088-3621250
General information
- Credits
- 5 cr
- Teaching language
- Finnish
- English
- Institution
- University of Eastern Finland
Objective
Learning outcomes: The student will * knows how information is presented, stored and processed using computers * knows what types of problems can be solved by means of computing * knows what computing is recognizes the responsibility and risks of IT professionals * knows different professional roles for computer scientists
Content
Information, how it is presented and stored, as well as automatization of information processing. Programming, programming languages, and how programming languages are used to create programs and software. Modelling of information, databases and how information is managed. Limits of computation. Development, design and intelligent systems. Roles and responsibilities of Information Technology professionals.
Qualifications
No prior studies required