Frederick Community College

 

CIS101–Introduction to Computers and Information Processing

 

Fall 2008

 

Class begins:  8/25/08

Class ends:  12/8/08

Last Day to Withdraw:  11/3/08

 

You must use your FCC e-mail address for this class.

 

Instructor Information:

 

 

Name:   Walter Martynenko

Office:  C215

E-mail:  wmartynenko@frederick.edu

Phone Number:  301 846-2553

Office Hours:  posted outside office door and in Blackboard

Campus Mail Box #:  140

 

Course Information:

 

Credits:  3

On-Campus Meetings:  none

On-Campus Exams:  2

Prerequisites:  none

Corequisites:  none

 

Course Description:

 

Emphasizes microcomputer hardware and software, data organization and an overview of programming and application software. Uses application software in the areas of database management, spreadsheets, word processing and graphics.

 

Core Learning Outcomes:

 

Upon completion of this course students will demonstrate:

1.    college-level communications skills by

  • explaining the basic concepts and vocabulary of computer information systems in effective, clear and grammatically correct English.
  • using research techniques to locate current articles on issues related to societal impact of computers and summarizes research findings in a written report and a class presentation.

2.    critical thinking skills by

  • creating and using graphs, tables and diagrams to interpret and analyze quantitative information.
  • creating appropriate queries and synthesizing data retrieved from databases.

3.    an understanding of technology and its uses by

  • relating the history of the development of the computer and the way in which the computer has changed society.
  • using appropriate computer terminology related to hardware, software and communication.
  • using a computer to analyze data retrieved from a database.
  • using a computerized spreadsheet to solve algebraic problems.

4.    an understanding of and be able to interpret social and educational values by

  • researching current articles on issues related to the impact of computers on the economic, political and cultural development of society summarize research findings in a written report and a class presentation. Note: Net students will create (not present) a presentation.
  • displaying an understanding of academic honesty and copyright law.

5.    computer literacy by

  • configuring a computer system for purchase.
  • examining the security and privacy issues and implications of public and private databases.
  • integrating data from one application into another.
  • describing software development methods.

 

Instructional Methods:

 

Discussion board, software training, and hands-on activities.

 

Course Organization:

 

With the exception of an optional orientation and two on-campus examinations, all correspondence, class instruction and notes, communication (both with students and instructor), assignments, and quizzes are to be completed online. Students are expected to be weekly participants in online discussions between themselves and the instructor. Assignments will be submitted via Blackboard, not e-mail. Questions are to be asked of the instructor and answered by the instructor via e-mail or through an online discussion board where either the instructor or students may provide answers. Training in Microsoft Office applications will be accomplished using a training book or online using SNAP.

 

Text(s) and Materials for Course:

 

COMPUTERS Understanding Technology, 3rd Edition, Fuller and Larson. Paradigm 2008, ISBN 978-0-76382-936-0. (This book is referenced as CUT in the topical outline and contains only chapters 1-9. Chapter 12 is a separate booklet in black in white.)

 

Marquee Series Microsoft Office 2007 with Windows XP and Internet Explorer 7.0, Rutkosky, Seguin, and Rutkosky. Paradigm 2008, ISBN 978-0-76382-958-2. (This book is referenced as Office in the topical outline.)

 

SNAP, Web-Based Training and Assessment for Microsoft Office 2007.

 

Microsoft Office 2007 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access) is required for completing assignments. The above textbooks and materials can be purchased in the FCC bookstore bundled either with or without a 180 day trial version of Office 2007. However, the trial version of Office 2007 cannot be purchased separately.

 

Students using PCs at FCC should have a portable USB storage device (e.g., “pen” drive) to store your files.

 

Progress Report:

 

By the end of the sixth week of the semester, you will have an opportunity to evaluate your progress in this course and decide if you need to make any adjustments (additional study, tutoring, conference with instructor) to assure your success in this course. Grades will be available in your Blackboard Gradebook.

 

Evaluation Methods:

 

Tests / Papers / Projects

 

Final Grade Scale

Quizzes (online)

Tests (two on campus in the Testing Center)

Assignments using applications and the Internet

Online participation via Discussion Board

Microsoft Office assessments

 

90% - 100%

A

80% -   89%

B

70% -   79%

C

60% -   69%

D

59% and below

F

If the graded performance for online testing differs significantly from the grade average for proctored testing, the instructor reserves the right to administer additional tests.

 

 

Attendance/Participation Policy:

 

Students in this class are expected to assume responsibility for participating in class, be respectful of their classmates and their desire to learn. Disruptive behavior diminishes the learning environment for the entire class and will not be tolerated. Please refer to the Student Handbook for more information on expected behavior.

 

Students will find that regular activity in Blackboard is required in order to complete course work satisfactorily. Students that participate regularly will be better prepared to complete testing and lab requirements. Participation is given in the Discussion Board and your participation will be reflected in the participation portion of your grade.

 

E-Mail Policy:

 

E-mail is an instructional tool essential to student-instructor and student-student communication. In the Blackboard environment by default, your e-mail address is available to all students in this course. However, students are permitted to use e-mail addresses of other students in this course only for the purpose and the duration of this course.

 

Students are expected to use their FCC assigned e-mail address for this course. E-mail must be sent via Blackboard. However, received e-mail is available only through the myFCC Web site. Login instructions for myFCC are available through the following link.

 

https://myfcc.frederick.edu

 

The instructor can be expected to respond to regular student e-mail inquiries (grades, posted assignments, and tests excluded) within the time frame of 24 to 48 hours except during weekends and holidays.

 

Academic Honesty:

 

Work in this course is subject to the provisions of the FCC Code of Academic Honesty as described in the Student Handbook. Plagiarism in any form will not be tolerated. As a student, it is your job to practice academic honesty at ALL times.  Make sure that all sources, particularly Internet sources, get proper credit for quotations, paraphrases, and ideas.
 
Topical Outline (Online Course)

 

Week

Content

1

CUT Chapter 1: Our Digital World

Office: Windows XP

2

CUT Chapter 1: Our Digital World (cont'd)

CUT Tutorials: Internet Tutorials

Office: Windows XP (cont'd)

Office: Internet Explorer 7.0

3

CUT Chapter 2: Input and Processing

Office: Introducing Word 2007

4

CUT Chapter 3: Output and Storage

Office: Introducing Word 2007 (cont'd)

Quiz 1

·         CUT Chapters 1 & 2

5

CUT Chapter 4: System Software

Office: Introducing PowerPoint 2007

6

CUT Chapter 5: Application Software

Office: Introducing PowerPoint 2007 (cont'd)