Introduction to computer science

Duration

6h Th, 18h Pr

Number of credits

Lecturer

Hélène Soyeurt

Language(s) of instruction

French language

Organisation and examination

Teaching in the first semester, review in January

Schedule

Schedule online

Units courses prerequisite and corequisite

Prerequisite or corequisite units are presented within each program

Learning unit 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 learning unit

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

None.

Planned learning activities and teaching methods

Lecture hall, small groups and distance learning with Mediaplus.

Mode of delivery (face to face, distance learning, hybrid learning)

Face-to-face and e-Learning (Blended learning)

Organisational adjustments related to the current health context

The exam will consist of resolving exercises using Base and/or Calc softwares and answered to some questions related to the theory.
Yellow code: The exam will be done on the computer of the faculty
Orange code: The exam will be done on a personal computer using e-campus plateform. A duration per question will be fixed to avoid the cheating.

Recommended or required readings

All media in relation with the lessons are available on e-Campus.

Assessment methods and criteria

Below you will find information on the evaluation methods planned for in-person and remote exams as well as those planned for hybrid sessions. Depending on how the health crisis evolves, the chosen method will be communicated to you no later than one month before the start of the exam session.

The exam will consist of resolving exercises using Base and/or Calc softwares and answered to some questions related to the theory.
Yellow code: The exam will be done on the computer of the faculty
Orange code: The exam will be done on a personal computer using e-campus plateform. A duration per question will be fixed to avoid the cheating.

Work placement(s)

Organizational remarks

Students are invited to visit regularly Hyperplanning and refer to mails sent via e-Campus in order to know dates, hours and rooms of the face-to-face lessons and know about all different activities in relation with the lessons.

Contacts

Hélène Soyeurt
Chargé de cours
hsoyeurt@uliege.be
081/62.25.35

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