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[Course] IT105 [Title] INTRO TO COMPUTING & INFO TECH [Crdts] 3 [Department] Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science [Scope] 
Designed to meet the needs of the core curriculum, this fundamental course provides an introduction to the principles behind the use, function, and operation of digital computers and information technology. The course presents program design and construction techniques in moderate detail, with consideration given to principles of software engineering. Cadets will use a PC-based, integrated program development environment and sophisticated application software. Problem solving using the computer as a tool is a central theme throughout the course as cadets will employ a design methodology to solve problems efficiently and logically. Emphasis is placed on learning how to learn and individual discovery. Cadets are introduced to the internet, the use of the World Wide Web, other information technology tools, and information security.
USMA Course Offerings Fall 2012-2013 :: Academics :: USNA
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