MCCCD Program Description

Current Topics in Personal Computing

Course: BPC280BA

First Term: 2007 Summer I

Lecture 0.25 Credit(s) 0.3 Period(s) 0.25 Load
Subject Type: Occupational
Load Formula: S

Description: Introduction to current topics, contemporary issues and aspects related to personal computing.

MCCCD Official Course Competencies
1. Present an overview of the topic including its conceptual and/or theoretical background and explain its importance and relevance to personal computing. (I) 2. Identify and describe how the topic may be used to promote and enhance personal computing. (II)
MCCCD Official Course Competencies must be coordinated with the content outline so that each major point in the outline serves one or more competencies. MCCCD faculty retains authority in determining the pedagogical approach, methodology, content sequencing, and assessment metrics for student work. Please see individual course syllabi for additional information, including specific course requirements.

MCCCD Official Course Outline
I. Overview of Current Topic A. Historical roots B. Major components/factors C. Impact on personal computing II. Current/Future Practices Related to Topic A. Common components and methodologies B. Applications to personal computing C. Impact

MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date: 4/24/2007

All information published is subject to change without notice. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of information presented, but based on the dynamic nature of the curricular process, course and program information is subject to change in order to reflect the most current information available.