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CC 101 INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTING

STUDY GUIDE
Unit 2: Welcome to the World of Computing
Lesson 4: Getting to Know IT: Exploring BSCS and BSCpE

Introduction

Congratulations!
You are finally done with Unit 1 and now ready to take another journey in Unit 2.

Survey Time!

We are done with setting our minds to embrace a growth mindset to become ready with
the upcoming explorations in tertiary education, specifically in the BSIT program. I will now
present you with a short survey taken from the WayUp website to assess your potential in
the IT field or to identify the areas where you may need improvement. Please answer it
honestly.

Yes No Ask Your Self

Would I enjoy learning languages to communicate with computers?
Am I creative, logical, and persistent?
Do I enjoy being able to solve challenging problems?
Do I like to create tools that increase productivity?
Do the latest technologies excite me?

1. After answering the survey, what did you realize?

Interesting!

2. What should you do to turn those No answers to Yes (if there is any)?

I think we can work on that.

Learning Objectives
At the end of the unit, you will be able to:

LO1: Explain fundamental principles, concepts, and evolution of computing systems as

they relate to different fields

Intended Learning Outcomes

At the end of this lesson, you will be able to:

Compare the difference and similarities between Computer Science and Computer
Engineering.

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At this point, we will now start the actual lesson. Just enjoy the ride, and I hope you will
learn a lot.

Key Concepts

College students must always prioritize understanding the nature of the program they have
chosen. Apart from the promise of a great future after attaining a degree, it's equally
important to set expectations regarding the requirements and challenges of the selected
field. As you are officially enrolled in the BSIT program, it would be helpful to familiarize
yourself with its allied computing degree programs.

In the Philippines, colleges and universities, also known as higher education institutions
(HEIs), fall under the supervision of the Commission on Higher Education (CHED). All
degree programs in the Philippines are documented in the CHED Memorandum Order
(CMO), which can be downloaded from the CHED website. The CMO serves as the
guideline containing the degree program's details, the minimum requirements, and the
curriculum to establish standards for its implementation in HEIs.

Let's begin by understanding the composition of computer science and computer

engineering degree programs or courses. To help us analyze the scope of each computing
degree program, we should examine their key areas.

Areas of Concerns

• Organizational Issues and Information Systems - a computer system or set of

components for collecting, creating, storing, processing, and distributing
information, typically including hardware and software, system users, and the data
itself.
• Application Technologies - it involves the usage, knowledge, skill, and competence
in the use of technology in solving a problem or performing specific functions
during and after academic activities.
• Software Methods and Technologies
• Systems Infrastructure - clearly include the “backbone” services, including DHCP
servers, DNS servers, Directory Services servers, e-mail servers, database
servers, firewalls, DMZs, routers/switches, operating systems, Web servers, and
security applications (antivirus, antispyware, IDS/IPS, etc.).
• Computer Hardware and Architecture

Scope of Development

Theoretical
• Theory
• Principles
• Innovation

Applied
• Application
• Deployment
• Configuration

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Computer Science
Degree Name: Bachelor of Science in Computer Science (BSCS)
CMO: CMO 25 series of 2015

Computer Scientists generally do not deal with just the hardware that runs software or
only the organization that uses the information that computing can provide. Computer
scientists care about almost everything in between those areas. They design and develop
all types of software, from systems infrastructure to application technologies. Computer
scientists create these capabilities, but they also do not solely manage their development.

Required Skills

• Analytical skills
• Problem-solving skills
• Creativity
• Critical-thinking skills
• Resilience

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Computer Engineering
Degree Name: Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering (BSCpE)
CMO: CMO 87 series of 2017

Computer engineering encompasses a spectrum that extends from theories and principles
to the specific applications of designing and implementing products using hardware and
software. A computer engineer’s interest narrows as we move away from the hardware.
This focus narrows to the horizontal center, as computer engineers need to develop
integrated devices.

Required Skills

• Mathematics
• Communication
• Software engineering
• Hardware experience
• Programming languages
• Patience
• Management
• Problem-solving
• Troubleshooting
• Learning

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Additional Learning Resources

To further explore this topic, let us read and analyze these resources.

Compare the Venn diagram of Computer Science vs Computer Engineering.

Source: Bhardwaj, R. (2021, May 29). Computer Science vs Computer Engineering ».

Network Interview. Retrieved August 20, 2022, from
https://networkinterview.com/computer-science-vs-computer-engineering/

Study Questions
I hope that you gained new knowledge from the additional learning materials. Shall we put
that newly discovered information to the test by answering the questions below?

If you were given the choice to enroll in either BSCS or BSCpE, which one would you
choose, and what factors would you consider in selecting the course?

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Learning Activities

This worksheet consists of two pages that you can use for your answers or your
WEEK 4 scribbles. Indicate the Titles of the Activity, Assessment, or Unit Requirement.

Course Title: CC 101 Introduction to Computing

Instructor:
Student Name:
Course: BSIT
Year: First
Date Submitted:
ACTIVITY: Write your answers on this space. Divide and identify correctly if the Activity
or Activities have different parts.

TITLE: CAREER SEARCH

Date of Submission:

Rubric Used: Answering Reading Questions

Instructions:
1. Search for a specific computing degree program career.
• One (1) for computer science.
• One (1) for computer engineering.
2. You may use any of these methods in getting your data.
• Browse the search engine.
• Interview an IT expert or IT firm human resource personnel
3. Define the job description, the skill requirements, and the salary range. The
salary range must be converted to Philippine Peso if it is in foreign currency.
4. Include data sources, such as the URL address of the website or the Facebook
profile of the person you interviewed and the screenshot of the conversation.
5. Download the file, write or encode your answer, save it as PDF file with a
filename of <LASTNAME CC101 W4>.
6. Upload the PDF file in the VLE.

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ICT Career Bulletin

Computer Science
Job Title:

Job Description:

Salary Range:
Country:
Source(s) of Data

Internet (URL):

The person being interviewed:

Name of the Company:

Position:

Computer Engineering
Job Title:

Job Description:

Salary Range:
Country:
Source(s) of Data

Internet (URL):

The person being interviewed:

Name of the Company:

Position:

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This worksheet consists of two pages that you can use for your answers or your
WEEK 4
scribbles. Indicate the Titles of the Activity, Assessment, or Unit Requirement.

Course Title: CC 101 Introduction to Computing

Instructor:
Student Name:
Course: BSIT
Year: First
Date Submitted:
ASSESSMENT: Write your answers on this space. Divide and identify correctly if the
Activity or Activities have different parts.

TITLE: MY ALTERNATE ICT CAREER

Date of Submission:

Rubric Used: Answering Reading Questions

Instructions:
1. Create a 100-word narrative that answers the following guide.
• Things you understand about BSCS and BSCpE.
• The distinct differences and similarities of each course.
• The things you realized after knowing the real-world career details of
each computing degree program.
• The skills that you have that may qualify you to become a computer
scientist and computer engineer.
• The skills that you want to learn to qualify to become a computer scientist
and computer engineer.
• If given a chance to choose between BSCS and BSCpE, which one will
you choose and why?
2. You are not allowed to copy from the Internet. Points will be deducted depending
on the plagiarism percentage.
3. The narrative must be written using the English language and should reach the
required number of words.
4. Write or encoded your narrative in the provided space.

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Summary

Choosing the right college degree can be quite challenging because most people lack
knowledge about the components of each course until a learner begins the semester. In
this early stage of your college journey, you will encounter numerous hurdles that may test
your decisiveness. However, the best way to overcome them is to stand firm in whatever
decisions you make.

References

https://ched.gov.ph/cmo-25-s-2015/

https://ched.gov.ph/cmo-87-s-2017/

Just a moment. . . (n.d.). Science Direct. Retrieved August 20, 2022, from
https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/computer-science/infrastructure-system

Shanley, H. (2022, May 11). 10 Important Skills Needed to Become a Computer Engineer.
CareerAddict. Retrieved August 20, 2022, from https://www.careeraddict.com/top-
10-skills-needed-for-a-job-in-computer-engineering

W. (2018, June 29). What is a Computer Science Major and Is it Right for Me? Career
Advice & Interview Tips | WayUp Guide. Retrieved August 20, 2022, from
https://www.wayup.com/guide/computer-science-major-right/

W. (2018b, June 29). What Types of Skills Are Best for a Computer Science Major? Career
Advice & Interview Tips | WayUp Guide. Retrieved August 20, 2022, from
https://www.wayup.com/guide/types-skills-best-computer-science-major/

What is Technology Application | IGI Global. (n.d.). IGI Global. Retrieved August 20, 2022,
from https://www.igi-global.com/dictionary/active-learning-application-of-
technology-tools-and-services-and-increased-student-achievement/48952

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