Information Technology and Digital Society

mqant1109  2024-2025  Mons

Information Technology and Digital Society
5.00 credits
30.0 h + 15.0 h
Q2
Teacher(s)
Language
French
Main themes
Context
  • Digital world, digital transformation and business intelligence.
  • Impacts, roles and challenges of digital technology in a world in transition, and the digital responsibility of organisations/companies.
Technical basics
  • Binary language and computer logic.
  • Components and architecture of a computer.
  • Introduction to algorithms, programming languages.
  • Computer networks.
Learning outcomes

At the end of this learning unit, the student is able to :

1 Given the « competencies referential » linked to the LSM Bachelor in Management and Business Engineering, this course mainly develops the following competencies:
  • 1.1 Demonstrate the ability to reason independently and adopt a considered and critical approach to knowledge (academic and common sense).
  • 2.1 Understand the basic concepts and theories in each of the fields of management and economics.
  • 3.1. Understand and selectively use scientific texts and works in French and English.
  • 9.1 Self-management: define your priorities, plan ahead and organise all aspects of your work over time, be rigorous and structured in your approach.

At the end of the class, the student will be able to:
  • place the digital technology in its organizational and societal contexts, and understand its main impacts and challenges;
  • master the basic concepts of computer science;
  • understand the functioning of computers through the understanding of computer logic and the introduction to algorithmics.
 
Bibliography
  • BROOKSHEAR J.G. (2011), Computer Science (11th Edition), Pearson Education.
  • SNYDER L. (2012), Fluency with Information Technology: Skills, Concepts, and Capabilities (5th Edition), Prentice Hall.
Faculty or entity


Programmes / formations proposant cette unité d'enseignement (UE)

Title of the programme
Sigle
Credits
Prerequisites
Learning outcomes
Bachelor : Business Engineering

Bachelor in Management