Software Application Skills
- Sciences
- 100 level
- 2 credit units
- 265 pages
- 21 units
This course introduces students to software application skills, covering fundamental computer concepts, operating systems, and file management. It explores various input and output units, including keyboards, mice, scanners, and printers. The course also delves into common application software like word processors, spreadsheets, and database management systems, with a focus on Microsoft Office suite. Students will learn to manage computer systems, troubleshoot common issues, and apply computer skills in practical scenarios.
About this course
- Difficulty
- Beginner
- Study hours
- 208 hours
- Maths
- Basic
- Content
- Theoretical, practical
- Practical work
- Yes
- Assignments
- Tutor marked assessments
- Final examination
What you'll read
The real module and unit structure of CIT102, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.
- UNIT 1: BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF A COMPUTER SYSTEMPage 16
- UNIT 2: COMPUTER SYSTEM INPUT AND OUTPUT UNITSPage 30
- UNIT 3: THE KEYBOARD AND THE MOUSEPage 51
- UNIT 4: OPERATING SYSTEMPage 61
- UNIT 5: COMPUTER FILE MANAGEMENTPage 75
- UNIT 6: COMPUTER SOFTWARE: AN OVERVIEWPage 86
- UNIT 7: INTRODUCTION TO APPLICATION SOFTWAREPage 98
- UNIT 8: COMMON APPLICATION SOFTWAREPage 113
- UNIT 9: FEATURES OF WORD PROCESSING SOFTWAREPage 123
- UNIT 10: USING MICROSOFT WORD 2016Page 136
- UNIT 11: FEATURES OF ELECTRONIC SPREADSHEETPage 148
- UNIT 12: USING MICROSOFT EXCELPage 161
- UNIT 13: PLOTTING GRAPH WITH MICROSOFT EXCELPage 173
- UNIT 14: FEATURES OF DATABASE APPLICATIONS AND MICROSOFT ACCESSPage 181
- UNIT 15: STATISTICAL ANALYSIS APPLICATIONSPage 196
- UNIT 16: USING SPSS SOFTWAREPage 205
- UNIT 17 INTRODUCTION TO DESKTOP PUBLISHING PPLICATIONSPage 217
- UNIT 18: COMPUTER APPLICATIONS IN NURSINGPage 227
- UNIT 19: COMPUTER APPLICATIONS IN AGRICULTUREPage 236
- UNIT 20: MANAGING YOUR COMPUTER USING THE CONTROL PANELPage 247
One paragraph, so you can see how it reads
CIT102 · UNIT 16: USING SPSS SOFTWARE … 205
The final examination covers the whole course contents and will carry 70% of the course marks. Make sure you peruse all the manual, solve the self-assessment exercises and do all the assignments to enhance your chances of scoring high marks.
What you should be able to do
- Understand computer systems and their components
- Use common application software effectively
- Manage computer files and operating systems
- Apply computer skills in practical scenarios
- Troubleshoot common computer issues
What it prepares you for
- Office Assistant
- Data Entry Clerk
- Secretary
- Administrative Assistant
- Business Analyst
- Business
- Education
- Healthcare
- Government
- Finance
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Access
- Windows Operating System
Where it gets hard
The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.
- Module 3:
Unit 10: Using Microsoft Word 2016
Understanding the advanced features and tools requires hands-on practice and familiarity with the software interface.
- Module 3:
Unit 11: Features of Electronic Spreadsheet
Requires strong understanding of mathematical concepts and the ability to apply them in a spreadsheet environment.
A suggested way through it
13 weeks, about 104 hours in total. Yours will differ.
- Week 1Module 1:
Unit 1: Brief Description of a Computer System · 8 hours
Read Unit 1: Brief Description of a Computer System.. Understand the history and types of computers.. Identify the components of a computer system unit.. Complete Tutor-Marked Assignment (TMA) 1..
- Week 2Module 1:
Unit 2: Computer System Input and Output Units · 8 hours
Read Unit 2: Computer System Input and Output Units.. Classify input and output units.. Identify common I/O devices.. Complete Tutor-Marked Assignment (TMA) 2..
- Week 3Module 1:
Unit 3: The Keyboard and The Mouse · 8 hours
Read Unit 3: The Keyboard and the Mouse.. Categorize keys on the keyboard.. Use key combinations to perform tasks.. Use the mouse to perform various tasks.. Complete Tutor-Marked Assignment (TMA) 3..
- Week 4Module 1:
Unit 4: Operating System · 8 hours
Read Unit 4: Operating System.. Define operating system and its functions.. Describe the main features of the Windows operating system.. Complete Tutor-Marked Assignment (TMA) 4..
- Week 5Module 2:
Unit 5: Computer File Management · 8 hours
Read Unit 5: Computer File Management.. Identify the logical structure of file storage.. Explain the features of Windows Explorer.. Perform operations on files and folders.. Complete Tutor-Marked Assignment (TMA) 5..
- Week 6Module 2:
Unit 6: Computer Software: An Overview · 8 hours
Read Unit 6: Computer Software: An Overview.. Explain the link between problem-solving and software development.. Identify programming languages and software development tools.. Complete Tutor-Marked Assignment (TMA) 6..
- Week 7Module 2:
Unit 7: Introduction to Application Software · 8 hours
Read Unit 7: Introduction to Application Software.. Identify classifications of computer applications.. Explain the difference between common and specialized application software.. Complete Tutor-Marked Assignment (TMA) 7..
- Week 8Module 2:
Unit 8: Common Application Software · 8 hours
Read Unit 8: Common Application Software.. Differentiate between stand-alone applications and application suites.. Identify features of integrated packages.. Complete Tutor-Marked Assignment (TMA) 8..
- Week 9Module 3:
Unit 9: Features of Word Processing Software · 8 hours
Read Unit 9: Features of Word Processing Software.. Explain the main features of word processing software.. Identify design tools available in word processing software.. Complete Tutor-Marked Assignment (TMA) 9..
- Week 10Module 3:
Unit 10: Using Microsoft Word 2016 · 8 hours
Read Unit 10: Using Microsoft Word 2016.. Explain the functions of common menu options in MS-Word 2016.. Use tools on the toolbar of MS-Word 2016.. Complete Tutor-Marked Assignment (TMA) 10..
- Week 11Module 3:
Unit 11: Features of Electronic Spreadsheet · 8 hours
Read Unit 11: Features of Electronic Spreadsheet.. Explain basic concepts of electronic spreadsheet applications.. Identify data types in spreadsheet applications.. Describe function categories in electronic spreadsheets.. Complete Tutor-Marked Assignment (TMA) 11..
- Week 12Module 3:
Unit 12: Using Microsoft Excel · 8 hours
Read Unit 12: Using Microsoft Excel.. Identify options in Microsoft Excel 2016 menu.. Explain function categories in Excel.. Use common functions of Excel software.. Complete Tutor-Marked Assignment (TMA) 12..
- Week 13Module 4:
Unit 13: Plotting Graph Microsoft Excel · 8 hours
Read Unit 13: Plotting Graph with Microsoft Excel.. Identify graph types in Microsoft Excel.. Add trend lines to data plots.. Perform 'What-If' analysis on data.. Complete Tutor-Marked Assignment (TMA) 13..
Preparing for the exam
- Review all Tutor-Marked Assignments (TMAs) and Self-Assessment Exercises.
- Focus on understanding the core concepts of each unit.
- Practice using Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access.
- Create summaries of key topics and definitions.
- Allocate time for hands-on practice with software applications.
- Focus on understanding the differences between various software applications and their uses.
- Review examples and case studies provided in the course material.
- Practice creating documents, spreadsheets, and databases.
- Create flashcards for key terms and concepts.
- Review the objectives at the beginning of each unit to ensure comprehension.
Questions students ask about this course
What is CIT102 about?
This course introduces students to software application skills, covering fundamental computer concepts, operating systems, and file management. It explores various input and output units, including keyboards, mice, scanners, and printers. The course also delves into common application software like word processors, spreadsheets, and database management systems, with a focus on Microsoft Office suite. Students will learn to manage computer systems, troubleshoot common issues, and apply computer skills in practical scenarios.
How many units does CIT102 have?
CIT102, Software Application Skills, has 21 units across 2 modules, over 265 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.
How many credit units is CIT102?
CIT102 carries 2 credit units, at 100 level in Sciences.
Is CIT102 hard?
CIT102 is rated beginner level, with basic mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical and practical work, and it has a practical component.
How long does CIT102 take to study?
About 208 hours of study, spread across its 21 units.
How is CIT102 assessed?
CIT102 is assessed by assignments, tutor marked assessments and final examination.
What can I do with CIT102?
Office Assistant, Data Entry Clerk, Secretary, Administrative Assistant and Business Analyst.