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Service Courses

Service Courses

DESCRIPTION OF COURSES

COMP 203 Computer Applications in Social Sciences
1 Term; 3 Credits
This course introduces students to two prominent types of software applications essen-
tial for anyone involved in social sciences. The first part of the course focuses on the
processing of data with a spreadsheet application software. The second half of the course
proceeds to data analysis with the use of a statistical package. Through step by step
demonstration and hands-on learning experience from case studies with real data, students
will learn how to use computer applications to improve their research work in social sciences.

COMP 204 Web Page Development
1 Term; 3 Credits
This course aims to build up students’ abilities to develop professional looking web sites
on the Internet. After taking the course, students would have developed confidence and
practical skills in the usage of the most popular web authoring software – Dreamweaver as
well as other related software such as Widget and Exchange. Students would review the basic
structure of web page construction – HTML, compare and contrast the most prevalent web
page browsers, evaluate and analyse the strengths and weaknesses of some common web
sites. Making use of the skills and techniques learnt in class, students can generate an
individual electronic portfolio web site.

COMP 211 Computer Applications in Accounting
1 Term; 3 Credits
This course aims to provide students with practical computer knowledge in the areas of
accounting and finance. Upon completion of the course, students will have acquired hands-on
experience in using spreadsheet software, database management system and accounting
software in solving financial problems and budget planning, and in constructing quality
business graphics.

PE 103/104 Physical Education
1 Term; 2 Credits
Physical education is one of the elective subjects designated to be part of liberal educa-
tion. Its purpose is to offer a range of different physical sports and exercises according to
students’ interests, giving them an opportunity to participate in multiple aspects of sports.
Sports Sociology will give students an understanding of the relationship between sports
and society.
After completing this course, students will be able to:

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