Course content

The course gives a broad overview of the subject area of informatics, and an introduction to its theoretical basis. The history and development of informatics, how data is stored in binary, data compression and dealing with communication errors are introduced at a basic level. Further, computer architecture and machine languages are elaborated on as well as operating systems and networking with a emphasis on the Internet. Fundamental search algorithms are introduced. The course gives a short introduction to HTML and programming of dynamic web-sites Further material include an introduction to programming languages in general. Relational databases using SQL to retrieve and store data is also a part of the course. The DBMS tool MySQL is used in exercises.

Learning outcome

Give an overview of computer architecture, the operation of computers, and an general introduction to the field of informatics. Go to the website of the course for more detailed learning objectives.

Learning methods and activities

Lectures and exercises.

5 hours of guidance at computer labratory each week. The exercises is approved at the computer labratory.

Compulsory assignments

• Exercises

Recommended previous knowledge

None. It is recommended to study this course together with IT1103 Programming. Students that want to attend only one IT course is recommended to attend IT1102 Information Technology, Introductory Course rather that IT1101.

Course materials

To be announced at the start of the term.

Credit reductions