Page 1 of 8 Eastfield College Career Technologies Division Instructor: Bob Brenner Contact Information: Office: Room C201 Phone: 972-391-1047 Email: [email protected] Hours Available: are by appointment Course Description (from Eastfield Catalog): Textbooks and Other Course Materials: Developmental Courses Spring 2012 Introduction to Computers ITSC-1401-4006 4 Credit Hours Class will meet in room L308B every Tuesday morning from 9:30 am – 12:20 pm Lab schedule: Tuesday afternoon (1:30pm – 5:30pm) – in room L108 Prerequisite: Developmental Reading 0093 or English as a Second Language (ESOL) 0044 or have met the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) standard in Reading. The main focus of this course is on business applications of software, including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, presentation graphics, and business-oriented use of the Internet. Topics include computer terminology, hardware, software, operating systems, and information systems. (3 Lec. 4 Lab.)  Concepts Text: CMPTR, Pinard/Romer, First Edition, 2012, Course Technology, Cengage Learning, BUNDLE ISBN 1133220908 includes SAM 2010Training  You may also purchase SAM 2010 Training Code (ISBN 139781111667375) separately if you have a used textbook.  Additional Materials: USB Flash drives 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=4Page 2 of 8 Student Learning Outcomes Course Objectives: Evaluation Procedures: Core Curriculum Intellectual Competencies  Reading: the ability to analyze and interpret a variety of printed materials – books, documents, and articles.  Writing: the ability to produce clear, correct and coherent, and persuasive language appropriate to purpose, occasion, and audience.  Speaking: ability to communicate orally in clear, coherent, and persuasive language appropriate to purpose, occasion, and audience.  Listening: analyze and interpret various forms of spoken communication, possess sufficient literacy skills of writing, reading.  Critical Thinking: think and analyze at a critical level.  Computer Literacy: understand our technological society, u se computer –based technology in communication, solving problems, acquiring information. 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. EVALUATION:  Tests = 600 points Tests = Multiple choice Test 1 = 150 points (EEO 1, 2, 5) Test 2 = 150 points (EEO 1, 2, 5) Test 3 = 150 points (EEO 1, 2, 5) Test 4 = 150 points (EEO 1, 2, 5)  Projects = 150 Points Project 1 = 30 points (EEO 1, 2, 6) Project 2 = 30 points (EEO 1, 2, 6) Project 3 = 30 points (EEO 1, 2, 6) Project 4 = 30 points (EEO 1, 2, 6) Project 5 = 30 points (EEO 1, 2, 6)  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 a microcomputer to solve specific problems.Page 3 of 8 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.html  SAM - Assessment and Training Labs= 250 Points SAM 2010 Windows 7/Internet Lab = 50 (EEO 1, 6) SAM 2010 Word Lab = 50 (EEO 1, 6) SAM 2010 Excel Lab = 50 (EEO 1, 6) SAM 2010 Access Lab = 50 (EEO 1, 6) SAM 2010 PowerPoint Lab = 50 (EEO 1, 6) Total Possible Points (Required) = 1000 COURSE GRADE: *Point System  900 -1000 = A  800 - 899 = B  700 - 799 = C  600 - 699 = D  Below 600 = F  *To be converted to Eastfield College Grade System  90 – 100 - A  80 – 89 - B  70 – 79 - C  60 – 69 - D  Below 60 - FPage 4 of 8 Course Outline: CLASS DATE TUESDAY STUDY TOPIC Chapters to read by Due Date Chapters Due DATES Class 1 Jan. 17 Class Orientation eCampus SAM 2010 Demonstration Introduction to Computer and the Internet Chapter 1 Class 2 Jan. 24 Class Orientation eCampus SAM 2010 Demonstration Chapter 1 Class 3 Jan. 31 Introducing the Internet and Email Exploring Microsoft Windows 7 Chapter 5 Chapter 7 Class 4 Feb. 7 Managing Your Files