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What role does electronic health records play in healthcare?

  • They serve to confuse medical professionals about patient history.
  • They are only beneficial in rural health settings.
  • They streamline patient information management. (correct)
  • They make diagnoses less accurate.

Which of the following is NOT an example of IT's influence in the fields mentioned?

  • Disaster management through weather forecasting.
  • Personalized treatment plans in healthcare.
  • Direct interaction between patients and physicians without technology. (correct)
  • Accelerated discovery of new treatments.

How has IT enhanced healthcare access during the COVID-19 pandemic?

  • Through the use of telemedicine. (correct)
  • By reducing the number of available treatments.
  • By promoting walk-in visits to hospitals exclusively.
  • By limiting patient information access to paper records.

In what way does social security numbers assist in the healthcare system?

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What is a significant benefit of IT in the finance sector?

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What is one significant benefit of data analytics in business?

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Which of the following fields relies on IT for weather forecasting and disaster management?

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What major advancement has IT brought to online learning?

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How has the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) impacted industries?

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Which statement best describes the role of IT in modern communication?

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In what way has IT influenced the digital advertising industry?

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What is one of the primary functions of IT in security systems?

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What kind of new communication forms has IT enabled?

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Which of the following numbers reflects Toyota's vehicle production in 2023?

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How does IT contribute to security agencies' effectiveness?

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What does the arrow from the top of the blackbox represent in an algorithm?

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What should the body of the algorithm detail?

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What is the expected output of the algorithm for Problem 1?

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What should the inputs of the algorithm consist of for Problem 1?

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Which of the following is NOT a valid input for the algorithm?

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What is the first step in writing an algorithm?

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What is a characteristic of an algorithm that refers to the limited nature of its steps?

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If the list L is infinite, what is the consequence for the algorithm's termination?

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Which of the following best describes the 'termination' characteristic of an algorithm?

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What is the purpose of the algorithm template provided?

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Which of the following statements about inputs and outputs of algorithms is FALSE?

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What does the 'feasibility' characteristic of an algorithm pertain to?

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Why is it important for the steps of an algorithm to be unambiguous?

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Which of the following best characterizes an algorithm expressed in natural language?

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What is NOT a type of algorithm concerning input and output?

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What does 'finiteness' in an algorithm mean?

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What should the algorithm display when it encounters a number that is a multiple of both 3 and 5?

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Which of the following describes the correct order of checks in the algorithm?

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What is displayed when a number is neither a multiple of 3 nor a multiple of 5?

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Which condition is tested after confirming a number is not a multiple of both 3 and 5?

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How will the algorithm respond to the number 15?

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What type of programming concept is primarily demonstrated in the algorithm?

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What is the first step in the algorithm?

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Upon reaching a number that meets no conditions, what action does the algorithm take?

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Flashcards

Course Delivery Method

Lectures and labs can be delivered in-person or remotely, at the discretion of the teaching team.

Textbook Requirement

No specific textbook is required, but supplementary books are recommended.

Course Schedule

Approximate schedule, potentially adjusted, viewable on the course website.

Continuous Evaluation (CE)

Lab participation and work, contributing 5% to the final grade.

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Unjustified Absences

Three unjustified absences lead to expulsion from the course and a zero grade.

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Quizzes

Weekly online quizzes representing 8% of the course grade.

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Group Project

A group project contributing 7% to the final course grade.

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Evaluation Method

Course grade calculated from continuous evaluation, quizzes, project, midsemester exam, and final exam.

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IT impact on healthcare

Information technology (IT) significantly improves medical diagnosis, treatment, and patient outcomes through tools like MRI, CT scans, electronic health records, and telemedicine.

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Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Digital records of patient medical history, streamlining information management and accessibility for healthcare professionals.

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Telemedicine

Remote delivery of healthcare services using technology, expanding accessibility, especially during crises.

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Medical Diagnosis Improvement

IT supports more accurate medical diagnoses by enabling access to and analysis of patient data from tools like MRI and CT scans.

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IT in disaster management

Information technology is crucial in preventing and managing disasters by enabling better weather forecasting and other crucial data.

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IT-driven medical research

Information technology accelerates the discovery of new treatments and cures through faster research and data processing.

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Social Security Numbers (SSN)

Unique identifiers used for patient records and healthcare access in many countries

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IT's global impact

Information technology has revolutionized how we live, work, and interact, impacting various sectors including healthcare, finance, education, and communication.

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Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT)

Connecting machines and systems for real-time monitoring and control.

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Data Analytics

Using data to find trends, improve processes, and create new things.

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IT in Communication

Revolutionizing communication with digital platforms.

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IT in Security

Foundation of modern security systems, from firewalls to intelligence.

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IT in Industry

IT's impact on industrial productivity, agility, and sustainability.

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IT's Role in Remote Communication

Essential for distant interactions during crises like pandemics.

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Digital Platforms

Online tools enabling information creation, sharing, and consumption.

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Modern Security Systems

Leveraging IT to create robust safeguards against physical and cyber threats.

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Algorithm

A finite set of steps used to solve a problem.

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Finite set of steps

An algorithm must have a limited number of steps to complete.

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Unambiguous steps

Each step in an algorithm must have only one possible interpretation.

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Inputs and outputs

Algorithms typically receive input data and produce output results.

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Termination

An algorithm must eventually stop after completing all its steps.

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Feasibility

An algorithm must be practical to implement and execute with available resources.

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Natural Language Algorithm

An algorithm described in everyday language, step-by-step.

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Characteristics of Algorithms

Algorithms have properties like finiteness, unambiguous steps, inputs/outputs, termination, and feasibility.

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Algorithm Black Box

A visual representation of an algorithm, showing inputs and outputs without detailing the steps of the calculation.

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Algorithm Inputs

The data or values provided to an algorithm at the start of its execution.

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Algorithm Outputs

The results or data produced by the algorithm after its steps have been completed.

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Algorithm Template

A standardized structure used for writing algorithms, categorising elements like inputs, methodology and outputs.

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Algorithm Body

The detailed steps or logic of an algorithm that transforms inputs to outputs.

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Natural Number List

A finite collection of whole numbers (1, 2, 3, etc.)

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Algorithm for List Product

The steps to compute the product of all numbers in a provided list of natural numbers.

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List Input

The list of natural numbers on which the algorithm operates.

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Algorithm 4

An algorithm that displays natural numbers from 1 to 100, replacing multiples of 3 with "EN", multiples of 5 with "SIA", and multiples of both with "ENSIA."

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Multiples of 3

Numbers that are evenly divisible by 3.

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Multiples of 5

Numbers that are evenly divisible by 5.

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Conditional Testing

Testing a condition to determine which sequence of steps to execute next.

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If Statements

Statements in an algorithm used for conditional testing, determining which part of code to execute.

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Natural Numbers

Positive integers (whole numbers) starting from 1.

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Multiple of 3 and 5

Numbers that are evenly divisible by both 3 and 5, meaning they must also be multiples of 15.

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Branching

A part of programming where the order of code execution depends on conditionals (if/else statements).

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Study Notes

Course Information

  • Course Title: Information Technology Essentials (AI101)
  • Course Institution: The National Higher School of Artificial Intelligence (ENSIA)
  • Instructor: Dr. Karim Lounis
  • Course Year: Fall 2024

Preface

  • Information technology (IT) is essential in modern society, being the backbone of global economies and systems.
  • The course aims to equip students with foundational knowledge of IT.
  • Understanding how technology works, its impact on daily life, and its use in various fields are essential.
  • The course is focused on IT concepts and skills necessary for future professional and academic goals.

Contents

  • The course includes topics about the course's syllabus, prerequisites, learning objectives, teaching team, delivery methods, course schedule, evaluation methods, student supports, academic integrity, and intellectual property.
  • There is an introduction to information technology covering basic concepts, types of data, and the importance of IT in today's world;
  • Computing fundamentals (systems, computers, algorithms), computer architecture (components, models, instruction sets), and software systems (types, libraries, processes, and threads).
  • Operating systems (types, and services), standardization in Information Technology (the importance, types, and standardization bodies).
  • Computer networks (characteristics, communication mechanisms, addressing computers, and network devices).
  • Web technology (search engines, web pages, websites, webservers, cookies) with different types and their structures.
  • Recent trends and challenges in IT including but not limited to, virtualization, containerization, cloud computing, the Internet of Things, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence (AI) examples and their relation in several industries, including healthcare, transportation, and finance.

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