ISLA IPGT 10843

Infomation and Communication Technologies

• ApresentaçãoPresentation

  The Communication and Information Technologies course plays a pivotal role in preparing professionals to leverage the technological platforms and tools that define today’s market. It encompasses project organization and management (productivity), information sharing and collaboration (communication), and the creation of documents and presentations (documentation). This course is essential because it equips students with practical, up-to-date, and interdisciplinary skills that boost their effectiveness in both professional and academic environments.
• ProgramaProgramme

  1. A Brief Introduction to ICT 2. Productivity Tools 2.1 Notion: Creating databases, using templates, and organizing tasks 2.2 Trello: Kanban boards, lists, cards, and basic automations 3. Collaborative Tools 3.1 Microsoft Teams: Channels, meetings, and file sharing 3.2 Google Drive, OneDrive, and Dropbox: Managing and sharing files in the cloud 3.3 WeTransfer: Securely transferring large files 4. Documentation Tools 4.1 Word: Styles, automatic table of contents, headers/footers, tables, and layouts 4.2 Excel: Basic formulas, conditional formatting, simple charts, and PivotTables 4.3 PowerPoint: Slide design, transitions, animations, and hyperlinks 5. Practical Projects
• ObjectivosObjectives

  By the end of this course unit, students will be able to: Explain the concept of ICT and its impact on modern society, and recognize how technologies transform professional and educational environments. Use productivity tools (e.g., Notion, Trello) to organize tasks, plan projects, and manage time effectively. Apply collaborative platforms (e.g., Microsoft Teams, Google Drive, WeTransfer, Dropbox, OneDrive) to enhance communication, resource sharing, and teamwork in virtual settings. Demonstrate proficiency with key documentation applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), creating and managing content appropriately. Integrate these tools into individual and group projects to optimize performance and efficiency in daily work.
• BibliografiaBibliography

  Colecção de Guias Práticos de Informática (Word, Access, Excel, Internet Explorer, Outlook, PowerPoint, Windows 10), editora FCA. Turban, McLean, Wetherbe; Information Techonology for Management (Improving Quality and Productivity), JW&S/USA (última edição).  
• MetodologiaMethodology

  - Project-Based Learning (PBL): Each tool is introduced through real-world challenges. - Collaborative Learning: Pair and group activities that promote knowledge exchange and co-creation.
• LínguaLanguage

  Português
• TipoType

  Semestral
• ECTS

  3
• NaturezaNature

  Mandatory
• EstágioInternship

  Não