Eastfield College Career Technologies Division Instructor: Kenneth H. Lucas Contact Information: Office: Phone: Email address: Hours Available: Course Description (from Eastfield Catalog): Textbooks and Other Course Materials: Developmental Courses Fall 2011 Introduction to Computers ITSC 1401.4004 4 Credit Hours Class will meet in room L306 every Monday, Wednesday and Friday morning from 10:10-11:05 Am Lab schedule: Every Monday and Wednesday from 12:15 – 3:15 in L118. Office # is C201 972-860-1047 [email protected] Hours Available are by appointment This course is an overview of computer information systems. It introduces computer hardware, software, procedures, and human resources. It explores integration and application in business and other segments in society. Fundamentals of computer problem solving and programming may be discussed. Examines applications and software relating to a specific curricular area. - Concepts Text: CMPTR, Pinard/Romer, First Edition, 2012, Course Technology, Cengage Learning, BUNDLE ISDN 1133220908 includes SAM Training - Additional Materials: Flash drive(s). The Texas Success Initiative (TSI) is a statewide program designed to ensure that students enrolled in Texas public colleges and universities have the basic academic skills needed to be successful in college-level course work. The TSI requires assessment, remediation (if necessary), and advising of students who attend a public college or university in the state of Texas. The program assesses a student’s basic academic skills in reading, writing, and math. Passing the assessment is a prerequisite for enrollment in many college-level classes such as English 1301/1302, History 1301/1302, Math 1414, etc. Students who do not meet assessment standards may complete prerequisite requirements by taking developmental courses in the deficient area and passing them with a grade of C or higher. In some cases retesting will also be required. It is up to each student to be aware and informed about requirements that are subject to change. Additional information is available from the TSI Office. https://www1.dcccd.edu/cat0910/admiss/tsi.cfm?loc=4Evaluation Procedures: EVALUATION: - Tests = 600 points Tests = Multiple choice Test 1 = 120 points (EEO 1, 2, 5) Test 2 = 120 points (EEO 1, 2, 5) Test 3 = 120 points (EEO 1, 2, 5) Test 4 = 120 points (EEO 1, 2, 5) Test 5 = 120 points (EEO 1, 2, 5) - Projects = 100 points Project 1 = 20 points (EEO 1, 2, 5) Project 2 = 20 points (EEO 1, 2, 5) Project 3 = 20 points (EEO 1, 2, 5) Project 4 = 20 points (EEO 1, 2, 5) Project 5 = 20 points (EEO 1, 2, 5) - Assessment and Training = 300 SAM 2010 Windows 7/Internet Lab = 60 points (EEO 1, 6) SAM 2010 Word Lab = 60 points (EEO 1, 6) SAM 2010 Excel Lab = 60 points (EEO 1, 6) SAM 2010 Access Lab = 60 points (EEO 1, 6) SAM 2010 PowerPoint = 60 points (EEO 1, 6) EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES: - Discuss computer and communication terminology. - Evaluate the effects and implications of computers and communication technology on society. - Demonstrate knowledge of the impact of technology on the individual’s privacy, security, lifestyle, work environment, standard of living, and health. - Gather information for decision-making. - Participate in global communities using available technology. - Create quantitative and qualitative date presentation. LEARNING OUTCOMES: - Explain the basic concepts and vocabulary of computer information systems. - Describe the role and functions of software and systems in meeting the needs of organizations. - Discuss the impact of computer technology on society. - Demonstrate a working knowledge of PC operating systems, word processing, spreadsheets, databases, charts, and integration by using microcomputers to solve specific problems. . .- Total Required Points = 1000 Total Extra Credit Points Available = 50 - Extra credit = 1) Review sheets for each Test = 5 points each * 5 = 25 points. 2) Internet search project = 25 points. COURSE GRADE: *Point System - A = 900 - 1000 - B = 800 - 899 - C = 700 - 799 - D = 600 - 699 - F Below 600 * To be converted to Eastfield College Grade System Eastfield College Grade System: - 100 – 90 – A - 89 – 80 – B - 79 – 70 – C - 69 – 60 – D - Below 60 – F Obtaining Final Course Grades Using eConnect Final Grade Reports are no longer mailed. Convenient access is available online at www.econnect.dcccd.edu. Use your identification number when you log onto eConnect, an online system developed by the DCCCD to provide you with timely information regarding your college record. Your grades will also be printed on your Student Advising Report, which is available in the Admissions Office. Eastfield College Email Policy Faculty and students must have and use a DCCCD account for all correspondence relating to academic coursework. For information on setting up a DCCCD student email account go to: http://www.dcccd.edu/netmail/home.htmlCourse Outline: WK DAY/DATE Study/Lecture Topic Parker Chapters Lab Projects and Assignments Due. 1 Monday 8/29 Class Orientation 1 Wednesday 8/31 Intro. To Computers and the Internet Chap. 1 1 Friday 09/02 Lab Visit/Orientation Chap. 1 2 Monday 09/05 No Class **Labor Day Holiday** 2 Wednesday 09/07 SAM Orientation SAM 2 Friday 09/09 Intro. To Internet & Email Chap. 5 3 Monday 09/12 Exploring Microsoft Windows 7 Chap. 7 Project 1 3 Wednesday 09/14 Managing your Files Chap. 8 SAM 2010 3 Friday 09/16 Introducing Microsoft office 2010 Chap. 9 Windows 7 and Internet lab 4 Monday 09/19 Microsoft office 2010 Chap. 9 4* Wednesday 09/21 Review for Test One (1,5,7,8,9) Test 1 review Sheet 4 Friday 09/23 Computer Hardware Chap. 2 5 Monday 09/26 Computer Hardware, Software Chap. 2,3 5 Wednesday 09/28 Computer Software Chap. 3 5 Friday 09/30 Computer Networks Chap. 4 6 Monday 10/03 Computer Networks Chap. 4 6 Wednesday 10/05 Computer Networks Chap. 4 6 Friday 10/07 Networks and Internet Security and Privacy Chap. 6 7* Monday 10/10 Review for Test Two (2,3,4,6) Test 2 Review Sheet 7 Wednesday 10/12 Creating a Document Chap.10 SAM 2010 Word Lab 7 Friday 10/14 Creating/Formatting a Long Document Chap.10,11 8 Monday 10/17 Formatting a Long Document Chap.11 8 Wednesday 10/19 Enhancing a Document Chap.12 Project 2 – MS Word 2010 8* Friday 10/21 Review