Introduction to Information Science

Objectives and Content

INFO100 will provide a basic introduction to Information and Communication Technology (ICT) and their uses in society. The course will also provide a basic introduction to the problems addressed by information science theories and technologies. It will also give relevant examples of information science research and research method. The course includes laboratory assignments that provide basic experience in practical work with ICT tools.

The course briefly covers the following three areas:

• Basic information and communication technology including computer and software architecture, network and database, information system and user interface.
• A societal perspective on ICT, issues involving privacy, ethics, vulnerability, security and ICT policy.
• Examples of information science research, problems addressed by information science and information science research method.

Learning Outcomes

A student who has completed the course should have the following learning outcomes defined in terms of knowledge, skills and general competence:

Knowledge

The student will be able to

• describe the theoretical and technological foundations of information and communication technology.
• describe the problems being addressed by information science and apply fundamental information science technologies for problem solving.
• acquire theoretical knowledge of the role of ICT in society.

Skill

The student will be able to

• use selected ICT technologies and tools
• participate in certain practical ICT projects which include web technologies
• discuss ICT, ICT use and the role of ICT in the society.