Computer Skills and Artificial Intelligence (CT101)
Course Title: Computer Skills and Artificial Intelligence |
Course Code: CT101 |
Program: Common First Year |
Department: Self-Development Skills Department |
College: Common First Year Deanship |
Institution: King Saud University |
Version: First - 09-09-2025 |
Last Revision Date: 09-09-2025 |
A. General information about the course:
1. Course Identification
1. Credit hours: (3) | ||||||
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2. Course type | ||||||
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3. Level/year at which this course is offered: (Common First Year) | ||||||
4. Course General Description: | ||||||
This course provides foundational computer skills and an introduction to artificial intelligence. It addresses the technical competencies and developments that students need throughout their university studies and beyond. The course covers computing basics and text Processing essentials, Data Visualization and Insight with Excel dashboards, Presentation Graphics essentials, Algorithms and Python Programming concepts, Guiding AI with Prompt Engineering & Agents, and The AI Revolution: Transforming the World and Everyday Life. | ||||||
5. Pre-requirements for this course (if any): | ||||||
None | ||||||
6. Co-requisites for this course (if any): | ||||||
None | ||||||
7. Course Main Objective(s): | ||||||
Developing students’ foundational knowledge in information technology, Microsoft Office 2021, Python programming, and artificial intelligence, along with the essential skills required. | ||||||
2. Teaching mode (mark all that apply)
No | Mode of Instruction | Contact Hours | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
1 | Traditional classroom | - | - |
2 | E-learning | 60 | 100% |
3 | Hybrid
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- - |
4 | Distance learning | - | - |
3. Contact Hours (based on the academic semester)
No | Activity | Contact Hours |
Lectures | 24 | |
Laboratory/Studio | 24 | |
Field | - | |
Tutorial | - | |
Others (Self Learning Project , PCA and Exam review ) | 12 | |
Total | 60 | |
B. Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs), Teaching Strategies and Assessment Methods
Code | Course Learning Outcomes | Code of PLOs aligned with the program | Teaching Strategies | Assessment Methods |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1.0 | Knowledge and understanding | |||
1.1 | Explains the basic terms and concepts in computers, such as the basics of computing, Microsoft Word 2021, and Microsoft Excel 2021. |
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| Midterm Exam:
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1.2 | Demonstrates knowledge in various topics related to the fundamental concepts of algorithms, Python programming, Microsoft PowerPoint 2021, and artificial intelligence |
| Final Exam:
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2.0 | Skills | |||
2.1 | Practical: Applies what has been learned in Microsoft Word 2021 and Microsoft Excel 2021. |
| Practical training | Midterm Exam: Application of practical skills in tests. |
2.2 | Practical: Uses advanced techniques in Microsoft PowerPoint 2021 and the Python programming language | Practical training | Final Exam: Application of practical skills in tests. | |
2.3 | Technical Communication: Uses application software to complete the self-learning project.
| Project-based learning | Evaluation form | |
2.4 | Technical Communication: The practical continuous assessment (PCA) system is used to solve practical exercises. | Practical training | PCA- practical simulation system | |
3.0 | Values, autonomy, and responsibility | |||
3.1 | Takes responsibility for self-learning and personal development in performing academic and practical tasks and activities. |
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3.2 | Students are committed to academic ethics. | Student commitment to the computer lab ethics and behavior. | - | |
C. Course Content
No | List of Topics | Contact Hours |
Introduction To Course | 2 | |
Computing Basics and Text Processing Essentials | 8 | |
3. | Data Visualization & Insights with Excel Dashboards | 10 |
4. | Presentation Graphics Essentials | 8 |
5. | Algorithms and Python Programming Concepts | 10 |
6. | Guiding Ai With Prompt Engineering & Agents | 6 |
7. | The Ai Revolution: Transforming the World and Everyday Life | 4 |
Total | 48 | |
D. Students Assessment Activities
No | Assessment Activities * | Assessment timing (in week no) | Percentage of Total Assessment Score |
|---|---|---|---|
Mid Term Exam | 8 | 30% | |
Final Exam | 16 | 50% | |
Continues Assessment | From 4 To 12 | 10% | |
4. | Self-learning (project) | 12 | 10% |
*Assessment Activities (i.e., Written test, oral test, oral presentation, group project, essay, etc.).
E. Learning Resources and Facilities
1. References and Learning Resources
Book Development Committee, Self-Development Skills Department, Common First Year, King Saud University. (2026). Computer Skills and Artificial Intelligence. King Saud University. | |
Supportive References | List of references is available in the book, page 316 |
Electronic Materials | PowerPoint Presentations Teaching Aid Files for practical topics Videos LMS (Blackboard) |
Other Learning Materials | None |
2. Required Facilities and equipment
Items | Resources |
|---|---|
facilities (Classrooms, laboratories, exhibition rooms, simulation rooms, etc.) |
Computer Labs |
Technology equipment (projector, smart board, software) | Computers, Data Show, Smart Board, Software |
Other equipment (depending on the nature of the specialty) | Internet |
F. Assessment of Course Quality
Assessment Areas/Issues | Assessor | Assessment Methods |
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Students - Department Curriculum and Course Evaluation Committee |
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Effectiveness of student assessment methods | Faculty members - Examinations Committee. | •Directly (exams/semester work) • Indirect (questionnaires) |
Quality of learning resources | Students - Experts | • Direct (semester work) • Indirect (questionnaires) |
The extent to which CLOs have been achieved | Course teachers - Quality Committee - Program Leadership | •Directly (exams/semester work) |
Other |
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Assessors (Students, Faculty, Program Leaders, Peer Reviewers, Others (specify)
Assessment Methods (Direct, Indirect)
G. Specification Approval
Council /COMMittee | Self-Development Skills Department |
Reference No. | The Third |
Date | 9/9/2025 |
Queries and Complaints
- Male students can visit office number G244 for their queries and complaints, or send their queries and complaints to email: its@cfy.ksu.edu.sa
- Female students can send their queries and complaints to email: its-f@cfy.ksu.edu.sa
