ICT Skills (3 cr)

Evaluation scale

Pass/Fail

Content scheduling

Week tasks and assignments:

Week tasks 1-9
Assignment 1 SFS document
Assignment 2 Report model
Assignment 3 Excel
Assignment 4 PowerPoint

Objective

The objectives of the course
Upon completion of this course you know how to use information and communication technology with your studies. You have a basic knowledge of immaterial rights, information security, data privacy and their impact on your studies and work life. You can use the office software such as word processing, presentation graphics and spreadsheet calculating diversely. You can participate and create network meeting and use the teamwork tools.

Course competences

Ethics
You are able to take responsibility for their own actions and their consequences and reflects on them in accordance with the ethical principles and values of their field.
You take others into account and promote equality and non-discrimination.

Learning to learn
You assess and develop your competence and learning methods in different learning environments.

Operating in a workplace
You are able to act professionally in communication and interaction situations at a workplace.
You utilise the opportunities offered by technology and digitalisation in your work.

The learning objectives of the course
You have basic knowledge of immaterial rights, information security, data privacy and their impact on your studies and work life. You can use the office software such as word processing, presentation graphics and spreadsheet calculating diversely.

Content

In Basics of ICT module you will study the basic concepts of information and communication technology. You will also study basic concepts of immaterial rights, ergonomics, the environmental impact of ICT and Microsoft Teams as a communication and cooperative tool.
In Word Processing module you will study the key functions of word processing software to enable drawing up of documents conforming to document standard and reports conforming to the JUAS reporting instructions.
In Spreadsheet module you will study the software key operations, most common functions and charts and their practical usage.
In Presentation graphics module you will study how to use a presentation graphics software to prepare a high-quality presentation. You will also study how to control and edit the presentation by using the master slides.

The course may also include on a degree program specific basis other key information technology sectors required for field-specific skills.

Materials

General learning material can be found in Microsoft Office tutorials.
Theory material for ICT Skills: https://oppimateriaalit.jamk.fi/en/ict-valmiudet/basics_of_ict/

Instructional videos are in the ICT-skills Moodle space.

Teaching methods

This course is designed to foster continuous learning and collaboration. Weekly tasks and learning assignments are conducted in an e-learning environment using Microsoft Office. Feedback is provided both in the e-learning environment and during contact lessons, ensuring ongoing support and improvement.

The course includes traditional lectures to explain key concepts, supplemented by weekly tasks and larger themed assignments to reinforce learning. Students are encouraged to work together, promoting collaborative learning and problem-solving skills. Though you are encouraged to work with your classmates, please note that work is individual.

Exam schedules

There are no exams. All assignments must be completed satisfactorily to receive a passing grade..

Completion alternatives

The course can be completed entirely virtually by doing tasks independently.

Recognition of Prior Learning and Experience: Accreditation, Recognition of informal learning, Studification
More information in the degree regulations and the study guide.

Student workload

Contact lessons, learning assignments and exercises 80 h:

Contact lessons, material familiarization and Weekly tasks 60 h
Assignments 20 h

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

To pass this course you must demonstrate that you master the basic ICT skills at a level required by your studies and working life. You are also capable of improving your ICT skills. Your abilities are assessed based on the course assignments and tasks.

You have basic knowledge of immaterial rights, information security, data privacy and their impact on your studies and work life. You can use the office software such as word processing, presentation graphics and spreadsheet calculating diversely. You recognize and can use the teamwork and network communication tools your organization provides.

Further information

Feedback is given in the e-learning environment.