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Newlane University Transfer Credit · Computer Science 150

Elective at Newlane.

Earn this Newlane University equivalency through UPI Study's Computer Concepts and Applications — 3 credits (NCCRS credit recommendation), fully online, self-paced.

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🎓3 College Credits ✓NCCRS credit recommendation ⏱️Self-paced · 28–30 days avg.
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Computer Concepts and Applications — transfers as Elective at Newlane University
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Computer Concepts and Applications
Computer Science 150 · 3 credits · NCCRS credit recommendation
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Newlane University recognizes as
Elective
3 transcript credits
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🎓 Credit
3 cr
Transferable to Newlane
⏱️ Speed
28–30
Days average to complete
✅ Pass rate
97%
Student completion rate
What you'll learn

A full semester of computer concepts and applications, at your own pace.

🎯Learning outcomes
  • ✓Analyze the historical evolution of computers and their impact on modern society
  • ✓Compare and contrast various types of computer systems and evaluate their respective functionalities, as well as the influence of computers on different work environments
  • ✓Design and implement robust database systems, understanding the intricacies of data types, relational databases, and SQL; interpret and leverage data through sophisticated data science techniques, utilizing big data analytics and data visualization tools to derive actionable insights
  • ✓Construct and manage innovative applications of the Internet of Things (IoT) in various sectors such as healthcare, automotive, and urban development
  • ✓Distinguish and explain the differences between information systems and information technology, using practical examples
  • ✓Identify, describe, and demonstrate the practical application of the components and functions of computer hardware
  • ✓Implement basic troubleshooting techniques to identify and resolve hardware, software, and network issues
  • ✓Evaluate computer threats and implement appropriate security measures to safeguard systems and data
📚Major topics covered
Introduction to computers & system components Computer hardware & troubleshooting Operating systems & modern computing File organization & management Telecommunications systems & networks Evolution & growth of the Internet Online communication & professional etiquette Web browsers & search engines Ethical & societal implications of technology Internet security & cyber threat prevention Office productivity tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Database management & SQL Relational database design with Microsoft Access Computer programming fundamentals Email management & productivity Systems development & analysis (SDLC)
Grading: 25% Attendance · 25% Quizzes · 25% Assignments · 25% Final Exam
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Time saved at Newlane
about 12 months
Credits transferred
30
Of a 120-credit bachelor's
25%

Estimate at a full-time pace of 30 credits a year (about 2.5 credits a month); Newlane is self-paced, so your own pace sets the real number. Newlane's tuition is $1,500 per degree however many credits you transfer, so UPI Study credits save you time, not tuition.

Frequently asked questions

Everything about Computer Concepts and Applications → Newlane.

📚 About Computer Concepts and Applications
How many semester hours does Computer Concepts and Applications carry?
3. That is its NCCRS credit recommendation, in the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category.
What kind of credit is Computer Concepts and Applications?
MIS, Informatics, or Information credit, in the words of its NCCRS recommendation. At Newlane, it earns Elective.
Is Computer Concepts and Applications self-paced?
Yes. You finish as fast or as slow as you want; the syllabus has 20 chapters and 73 instructional hours.
What is on the Computer Concepts and Applications final exam?
100 multiple-choice questions. A pass in the course is 70 or more.
What does Computer Concepts and Applications cover?
Computer Concepts and Applications covers computer hardware, operating systems, files, networks, the internet, online etiquette, office software, databases and programming basics.
What does Computer Concepts and Applications teach in chapter 13?
Chapter 13 is “Finding Anything Online — Search Engines, Personalization, and Privacy” (2.5 hours in the syllabus); the next chapter is “The Future of Search, Digital Ethics, and Staying Safe in a Connected World”.
What is chapter 14 of Computer Concepts and Applications about?
“The Future of Search, Digital Ethics, and Staying Safe in a Connected World”. The syllabus gives it 5 hours, after “Finding Anything Online — Search Engines, Personalization, and Privacy”.
What score do I need to pass Computer Concepts and Applications?
70 or more. The grading scale on your UPI Study transcript shows the letter grade that matches your score.
🎯 About Elective at Newlane
What credit does Computer Concepts and Applications earn at Newlane?
Elective. UPI Study's agreement with Newlane University lists UPI Study's Computer Concepts and Applications as Elective at Newlane: it counts toward the electives in your degree rather than a named course. The credit posts to your Newlane transcript once UPI Study sends the official transcript.
Which other UPI Study computer science and IT courses earn elective credit at Newlane?
Current Trends in Computer Science and IT, Cybersecurity, Database Fundamentals, Database Programming, Ethics in Technology, Fundamentals of Information Technology, Introduction to Artificial Intelligence, Introduction to Computing, Introduction to Linux and Introduction to Networking, among others.
How many credits does Computer Concepts and Applications bring to Newlane?
Your UPI Study transcript shows 3 credits for Computer Concepts and Applications, and Newlane records the course as Elective. NCCRS recommends 3 semester hours for it, in the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category; its syllabus counts 73 instructional hours.
Is elective credit worth less than a named course at Newlane?
No. Elective credit counts fully toward the 120-credit bachelor's total; it fills the elective part of your degree instead of a named course.
🔄 About transferring to Newlane
How much of a Newlane degree can come from transfer credit?
Newlane accepts up to 75% of degree credit requirements as transfer credit, up to 90 credits for the bachelor's degree.
Can I take Computer Concepts and Applications before I apply to Newlane?
Yes. Finish it first, then have UPI Study send your transcript to Newlane when you apply.
Is a pass in Computer Concepts and Applications enough for Newlane?
Newlane asks for a C- or higher, so check your score against that. A UPI Study pass is 70 or more; your transcript's grading scale shows the letter grade.
Which Newlane programs is Computer Concepts and Applications useful for?
Any Newlane degree that takes transfer credit; this page lists the Associate of Arts in General Studies (60 credits) and Bachelor of Arts (120 credits). Newlane places Computer Concepts and Applications within the program you choose.
About this course

Understanding Computer Concepts and Applications for your Newlane credit.

What is Computer Concepts and Applications?

Computer Concepts and Applications is an introduction to how computers work, how people use them, and how technology affects everyday life and work. It covers the basic parts of a computer system, operating systems, files, networks, the Internet, online communication, and common security concerns. The course also introduces broader ideas such as the social and ethical effects of technology and how computers are used in different workplaces.

How the course teaches you

Computer Concepts and Applications (Computer Science 150) is a 3-credit course with 25% Attendance, 25% Quizzes, 25% Assignments, and 25% Final Exam. The course covers computer systems, operating systems, files, networks, the Internet, online communication, security, and the social and ethical effects of technology, so the transcript reflects completed college-level work. At Newlane University, that transcript is recognized as Elective credit, which counts toward total credit hours and elective requirements.

How it helps beyond the classroom

The material is useful for everyday technology use and for understanding how computers affect different workplaces, from basic hardware and software use to online communication and security. At Newlane, that Elective credit can support degree progress in programs such as the Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts or the Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy by helping you move through the credit requirements that apply to your plan. It is especially practical if you want a broad college credit that still fits into a Newlane degree path.

Skills you walk away with

Identify computer hardware components and their functionsUse basic troubleshooting steps for hardware, software, and network issuesOrganize, store, and manage files effectivelyExplain how operating systems, browsers, and search engines workRecognize common Internet security threats and basic protection methodsPractice professional online communication and etiquetteCompare different types of computer systems and their uses

Taking this course toward Newlane

After you complete the course, your transcript is sent for review and Newlane University applies it as Elective credit. That means the credit counts in your degree plan at Newlane as part of the elective portion and toward total credit hours, rather than as a direct course match. Newlane allows up to 90 transfer credits, or 75% of the degree, so this course can help you make progress within that limit. Because Newlane is competency-based and DEAC-accredited, the credit works within a model where you advance by meeting degree requirements, not by seat time alone.

Who this course is for

This course is a good fit for students who want transferable college credit that Newlane will apply as Elective, especially if they are working toward the 90-credit transfer maximum or trying to finish a degree efficiently. It may also suit students who want a general technology course that can sit inside a Newlane program without needing a major-specific match. It is not the best choice if you need a course that transfers as a required major course rather than elective credit.

Verified transfer details

What it means to transfer to Newlane.

Newlane University is DEAC-accredited and competency-based — you progress by demonstrating mastery. Tuition is a flat $1,500 per degree ($3,000 for a full bachelor's without an associate degree), and up to 75% of degree credit can come from transfer.

What Newlane offers UPI students
✓$1,500 flat tuition per degree
✓Competency-based, fully self-paced
✓Accepts ACE & NCCRS credit
✓No textbook or surprise fees
The numbers
75%
Max transfer toward a degree
$1,500
Flat tuition per degree

Transfer credits are never guaranteed. Final credit awards are determined solely by the receiving university's registrar.

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Enroll for $250 (or use a UPI Study subscription), finish in 28–30 days, and transfer 3 credits to Newlane University.