Basic notions for an efficient use of computers. General overview of hardware architecture, organization and components; data processing; a brief introduction to concepts of system software, data communications, software uses, applications; the role and use of Internet. Reliability, threats, privacy and security. Intellectual property, professional ethics, software engineering code of ethics, rules of Conduct, ethics in practice.

CILO-1: The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solution in a global, economic, environmental, and societal context. CILO-2: An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility. CILO-3: A knowledge of contemporary issues.