Study Programmes 2015-2016
INFO2037-1  
Introduction to computer science
Duration :
6h Th, 18h Pr
Number of credits :
Bachelor in bioengineering2
Lecturer :
Pierre Ramlot
Language(s) of instruction :
French language
Organisation and examination :
Teaching in the first semester, review in January
Units courses prerequisite and corequisite :
Prerequisite or corequisite units are presented within each program
Course contents :
Introduction to the vocabulary and concepts used in computer science.
Use of spreadsheet software to solve problems.
Use of Database Management Systems (DBMS) to manage Information with SQL language.
Learning outcomes of the course :
After completing the course the student is expected to
- understand the vocabulary and concepts used in computer science,
- evaluate IT Equipement (hardware and software) to select these that meets user needs,
- use spreadsheet software to solve problems,
- use DBMS to manage Information with SQL language.
Prerequisite knowledge and skills :
Knowing how to use IT resources installed in computer classroom.
See the Student Quick Reference Guide, online guide on intranet web site of the Service d'Informatique de GxABT.
Planned learning activities and teaching methods :
Lectures : 6 h
Courses : 9 h
Practical Works : 9 h
Mode of delivery (face-to-face ; distance-learning) :
Face-to-face and eLearning
Recommended or required readings :
Student's Manual
Presentation's slides
Case study presentations
(available on eCampus)
Assessment methods and criteria :
Final examination consisting of the following sections : Part 1 - General Knowledge Test (20%) Part 2 - Written exam related to Computer Applications Development using a DBMS and/or a spreadsheet (40%) Part 3 - Practical exam on computer (40%)
Work placement(s) :
Organizational remarks :
Participation in all educational activities are mandatory
Contacts :
Ramlot Pierre GxABT/SIG
081 62 24 72
Pierre.Ramlot@ulg.ac.be
Items online :
Available on eCampus
- Notes - Presentation's slides - Case study presentations - Old exam questions (wording + correct answer)