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Homework/Laboratory AssignmentTestHW/LabPointsSYLLABUS1. Wayland Baptist University, Fairbanks/Eielson AFB Campus, School of Business2. Mission Statement: Wayland Baptist University exists to educate students in an academically challenging, learning-focused and distinctively Christian environment for professional success and service to God and humankind. 3. Course: COSC 2311 –1 Computer Applications 4. Term: Spring 20125. Instructor: Jack Salesses6. Office Phone and email: Given out at class7. Office Hours, Building, and Location: By appointment only 8. Class Meeting Time and Location: WED 6:00 PM –10:00 PM; Building 2623, Room 104 (COMPUTER LAB),Eielson AFB9. Catalog Description – enhanced personal productivity and problem solving skills using knowledge work tools (spreadsheets, presentation graphics, word processing); use of integrated software; design and use of small information systems for individuals and groups. 10. Prerequisites: Documented Computer Competency; transcripted course(s), passing the ACAC 0303 examination, or passing ACAC 0303. Examinations available for demonstrated competency – waiver of requirement examination, $20; for credit examination (advanced standing), 1/3 tuition. 11. Required Textbook and Resources: BOOK AUTHOR ED YEAR PUBLISHER ISBN# REVIEWMicrosoft Office 2010 Introductory Shelly/Vermaat 1st 2011 CENGAGE 9781439078419 12. Optional Materials: MUST have access to MS Office 2010 outside of class, as well as the Internet to post homework. **** to include MS ACCESS, EXCEL, POWERPOINT and WORD. A thumb drive is OK to use in class. Students will need to ensure any capability issues are settled before the start of class.13. Course Outcome Competencies:Introduction - Identify the objects on the Graphical User Interface- Perform the basic mouse operations- Identify keyboard shortcuts- Learn to launch and quit applications- Learn to use the help system - Learn to properly shut down the computerWord Processing - Start the Word Processor- Create and edit a document- Enter text into a document- Check spelling and grammar- Change font, size, color, underline and bold- Format and align paragraphs- Delete and undelete text and graphics- Insert files, clip art- Save a document- Print a document- Enter reference citations in APA and MLA stylesSpread Sheets- Develop formulas- Develop functions- Manipulate formatting- Manage multiple print formats- Build appropriate charts and graphs to enhance data comprehension- Manage workbooks with multiple spreadsheetsGraphical Presentation- Build a presentation using a design template- Build a presentation without using a template- Learn how to create an effective presentation- Enhance a presentation using transitions and animations- Add graphics and multimedia elements to a presentation- Save a presentation to make it portable- Create, save and present a Graphical presentation with appropriate handouts14. Attendance Requirements: Attendance: Attendance is required. Excessive late arrivals or early departures will be taken into consideration. It is the student’s responsibility to obtain any material missed by not attending class for any reason. The students must not miss more than 25% (3 class periods) of the class, or it will result in a failure for the class. In case of TDY’s the instructor should be notified as soon as possible.15. Disability Statement: “In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), it is the policy of Wayland Baptist University that no otherwise qualified person with a disability be excludedfrom participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subject to discrimination under any educational program or activity in the university. The Coordinator of Counseling Services serves as the coordinator of students with a disability and should be contacted concerning accommodation requests at (806) 291- 3765. Documentation of a disability must accompany any request for accommodations.”16: Course Requirements and Grading Criteria: Examinations:Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access Exams - (40% of the final grade) Final Exam (20% of the Final grade)Research Paper: A scholarly article on a specific topic and containing a definite thesis statement - (20% of the final grade)Attendance and Participation (Homework) - (20% of the final grade)Based on the following 1000 point scale:Homework 10 assignments @ 20 points each 200 points totalTopic Exams 4 exams @ 100 points each 400 points totalFinal Exam 200 Points totalFinal Paper 200 points totalAny assignment turned in late will receive a 5 point reduction. Assignments will not be accepted if more than 7 days late without prior approval by instructor. (Such as assignments or classes missed during TDY)17. Tentative Schedule: (Calendar, Topics, Assignments)Week Reading AssignmentHomework/Laboratory Assignment TestPointsHW/LabPointsFeb 22 Office 2010 and Windows 7Intro to ComputersIn Class: COM 1-80Homework: Case Studies 1-420Feb 29 Word 2010 Ch 1 In Class: WD1-136Homework: Cases and Places 1,2 or 320Mar 7 Word 2010 Ch 2 In Class: WD137-200Homework: Cases and Places 1,2,or 320Mar 21Word ExamPower Point 2010 Ch 1Power Point 2010 Ch 2In Class: PPT1-136Homework: Cases and Places 1,2,or 3For Both Chapter 1 and 210020 Mar 28 Power Point 2010 Ch 3 In Class: PPT137-200Homework: Cases and Places 1,2,or 320Apr 4Power Point ExamExcel 2010 Ch 1Excel 2010 Ch 2In Class: EX1-135Homework: Cases and Places 1,2,or 3For Both Chapter 1 and 210020Apr 11 Excel 2010 Ch 3 In Class: EX136-223Homework: Cases and Places 1,2,or 320Apr 18Excel ExamAccess 2010 Ch 1Access 2010 Ch 2In Class: AC1-136Homework: Cases and Places 1,2,or 3For Both chapter 1 and 210020Apr 25 Access 2010 Ch 3 In Class: AC137-207Homework: Cases and Places 1,2, or 3(Final Paper outline due)20May 2 Access ExamOutlook 2010 Ch 1Outlook 2010 Ch 2In Class: OUT1-119Homework: Cases and Places 1,2, or 3For Both chapter 1 and 210020May 9Cumulative ExamWrap-up Final Paper DueFinal Exam20020018. Additional information as desired by the faculty member.Syllabus is subject to change at the instructor’s discretion. It is the student’s responsibility to note


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