Introduction to Data Processing - Mississippi Valley State University

Syllabus
MISSISSIPPI VALLEY STATE UNIVERSITY
Academic Term and Year
Course Prefix and Number
Spring 2014
Course Title
Introduction to Data Processing
Online
CS 111 – E02
Days, Time and Location of Class Meeting
Instructor’s Contact Information
Name: Dr. Stacy J. White
Office Location: CRB 111-B
Office Hours: 8:00 – 12:00 MW, 9:15-10:15 TH or by Appointment
Office Phone Number: (662) 254-3662
E-Mail Address: Blackboard Communication Tools
Mississippi Valley State University aspires to become the
educational crown jewel of the Mississippi Delta, and in so
doing, the institution will attract students of diverse
backgrounds as a result of its innovative academic programs;
commitment to developing entrepreneurs; and globalized
focus intertwined throughout the academic curricula and
support services. In its quest for distinctiveness, uniqueness,
innovation, and longevity, the University will become the
public square of the Mississippi Delta, responsible for
engaging an ever-expanding group of collaborators focused on
identifying and implementing solutions to the problems that
have plagued the delta region for generations. As a result,
Mississippi Valley State University will serve as the catalyst
for an enhanced quality of life and increased educational
opportunities for the citizens of a revitalized Mississippi Delta.
[2011-2012 Catalog, page 17]
None
Course Prerequisites
Technology skills: Basic computer skills, working within Windows system
environment, navigating the internet, and familiarity with Email.
Course Description
Introduction to computer hardware, software, Internet and
Word Wide Web. Provides students an in-depth understanding
of why computers are essential tools in information
processing, education, research, business and society in
general. Use of the e-mail and World Wide Web as an
integrated tool. Use of basic application software tools: word
processing, presentation, spreadsheet and database.
Upon successful completion of the course, the student will be
Expected Student Learning Outcomes:
able to:
 Explain the concepts, components and capabilities of
the computer
 Use Windows 7 operating system to navigate and
MVSU Mission Statement
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manipulate files
Use application software including word processing,
spreadsheet, database and presentation graphics
Use a web browser to search for information on the
Internet and to communicate with others
Course Requirements
Required textbook(s): Shelly,
Cashman, Vermaat. Microsoft Office 2010:
Introductory: Course Technology. ISBN: 13-978-1-43907838-9
 Flash Drive
Supplementary materials:
 Blackboard – http://mvsu.blackboard.com/
 or www.mvsu.edu click on Blackboard
 SAM 2010 Access Code
 SAM 2010 website – http://sam2010.course.com
Class attendance policy: This course is geared as a lab based course. Each student is
required to participate using Blackboard Communication
Tools, taking online exams, and other aspects of Blackboard.
You are expected to log in regularly from home, office,
library, school or any other facility with Internet access (daily,
perhaps several times per day) to view lab assignments, lab
assignments due dates, check grades, personal messages, and
view course materials.
Student(s) who fail to participate in the online course during a
course week will be deemed absent for that week. The absence
will be annotated as absent unexcused (AU), unless the
instructor has been informed beforehand and deemed the
absence as absent excused (AE). The instructor shall report all
absences to the main campus as required. A student who has
not participated for 7 consecutive days regardless if the
absences were deemed AU or AE shall be recommended for
administrative withdrawal to the main campus. In a traditional
classroom just because a student contacts the instructor and is
excused from a scheduled class meeting does not mean the
student is given credit for participation or attendance. The
student is still annotated as AU or AE. The online classroom
shall be no different in this respect. It is the instructor's sole
discretion as to what he/she shall consider AU or AE.
Submission of Work: Students will use SAM 2010 to submit their lab assignments.
All of your lab assignments will be submitted using SAM
2010. All of your exams will be online using SAM 2010. The
final exam will be taken on the main MVSU campus.
Students will communicate to the professor using Blackboard.
Do not submit lab assignments using Blackboard.
Scheduled assignments MUST be completed and successfully
submitted through the SAM 2010 Assignment Tool (drop box)
by due date and time. Assignments automatically become
unavailable after the due date/time expires.
Make-up policy: No makeup work will be given for any missed lab assignment
or exam. Students will have satisfactory time to submit lab
and/or exams prior to the due date and time. A grade of “0”
will be recorded for any missed assignment or exam.
Course Drops/Incompletes: Students not completing the course for any reason are required
to submit official drop notices to the Registrar’s Office prior
to the deadline date. This is your responsibility. Failure to
comply with the procedure WILL result in your receiving a
letter grade of “F”.
Not officially withdrawing from the university may impact
your financial aid and result in you owing the university.
Important Dates: January 13 Classes Begin
January 27 Last Day to drop and add classes
March 3-5 Midterm Exam (ONLINE)
March 17 Last day to withdraw from a Class
April 17
Last day to withdraw from the University
April 28-29 Final Exam (ON CAMPUS)
Graduating seniors only
May 7
Final Exam (ON CAMPUS)
Online Communication Students MUST use Blackboard mail for contact with the
Observation of “Netiquette”: instructor and other members of the class.
All your Online communications should be composed with
fairness, honesty and tact. What you put into an Online course
reflects on your level of professionalism
Technical Problems: If you experience technical/computer difficulties (need help
downloading browsers or plug-in, logging into your course,
using your course web site tools, or experience errors or
problems while in your online course), contact PRESIDIUM
TECHNICAL/HELP SUPPORT at 1-877-654-8333 as well as
your instructor.
Technology Infusion: Hardware:
Operating System:
Processor:
Memory:
H Drive Space:
Modem:
Monitor:
Windows 98, 2000, NT, XP or
higher or a Macintosh System 8.1
or higher
200 MHz or higher
32 MB of RAM
100 MB free disk space
28.8 kbps or higher
800x600 resolution
Software:
Any Internet Service Provider
Internet Explorer, Netscape r 4.7
or higher*, AOL 5.0 or higher**
Microsoft Office 2010
Application
RealPlayer, Quick Time
Audio & Video:
The primary instructional model for this course is collaborative
learning. Specifically, the instructor will set course content,
course objectives, and methods of classroom assessment. The
course will incorporate the following instructional strategies:
class discussion, online activities, assigned readings, and/or
individual projects. Students are encouraged to actively
participate in activities, ask questions, and contribute
comments for discussion. Students are also encouraged to
offer input regarding instructional strategies and assignments.
Most importantly, students are expected to be active learners
and to ask for clarification when they have questions. In order
to be successful in the class, it is important that students, read
the assigned material, and submit assignments and be prepared
to discuss what they have read. The goal of this approach is to
develop a safe learning environment that addresses a variety of
learning styles, promotes critical thinking, and fosters
creativity.
Internet Access:
Browser:
Teaching/Learning Strategies
Access SAM 2010 System
Evaluation Procedures
Performance Standards/Grading:
A
1170-1300
90%
B
1040-1299
80%
C
910-1034
70%
D
780-1033
60%
F
0-779
50%
Assessments
Exams
Assignments
Midterm Exam
Final Exam
Total
Points
300
500
150
350
1300
Final Exam will be taken on the MVSU Main Campus
Any student requiring accommodations or services due to a
disability must contact the University College, Office of the
ADA Coordinator, located in the Technical Education
Building. The coordinator can be contacted directly at
662.254.3443 or through the University College office number
at 662.254.3442. The student requiring special instructional
strategies should, in writing, make these special needs known
to the instructor during the first week of the course.
ADA Statement
Course Outline: subject to some changes depending on the needs and level of the class
WEEK
ASSIGNMENT
Week 1
1. Read Introduction to Computers,
Office 2010 & Windows 7 in
textbook
2. Activate SAM 2010 account using
instructions provided in Blackboard
1. Complete SAM Training Windows 7
2. Exam on Introduction to Computers,
Office 2010 and Windows 7 Chapter
1. Read Word Chapter 1 in textbook
2. Complete SAM Lab Assignment
3. SAM Training on Word 2010
Available
4. Exam on Word Chapter 1
1. Read Word Chapter 2 in textbook
2. Complete SAM Lab Assignment
3. SAM Training on Word 2010
Available
4. Exam on Word Chapter 2
1. Read Word Chapter 3 in textbook
Week 2
Week 3
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Week 5
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Week 7
Week 8
Week 9
Week 10
Week 11
Week 12
Week 13
Week 14
Week 15
Week 16
Week 17
2. Complete SAM Lab Assignment
3. SAM Training on Word 2010
Available
4. Exam on Word Chapter 3
1. Read Excel Chapter 1 in textbook
2. Complete SAM Lab Assignment on
Excel
3.SAM Training On Excel 2010
Available
4. Exam on Excel Chapter 1
1. Read Excel Chap 2
2. Complete SAM Lab Assignment on
Excel
3.SAM Training on Excel
4. Exam on Excel Chapter 2
MIDTERM EXAM (Comprehensive)
SPRING BREAK
1. Read Excel Chapter 3
2. SAM Training and SAM Lab
Assignment on Excel
3. TEST(Excel Chapter 3
1. Read PowerPoint Chapter 1
2. SAM Training PowerPoint
3. SAM Lab PowerPoint Chapter 1
4. Exam on PowerPoint Chapter 1
1. Read PowerPoint Chapter 2
2. SAM Training
3. SAM Lab Assignment on
PowerPoint
4. TEST (PowerPoint Chapter 2)
1. Read Access Chapter 1
2. SAM Training on Access Available
3. Lab Assignment on Access Chapter 1
4. Exam on Access Chapter 1
Easter Holiday
MANDATORY EXAM ON MAIN
CAMPUS
COMPREHENSIVE FINAL EXAM
(On Main Campus) Graduating
Seniors Only
Comprehensive FINAL EXAM (On
Main Campus)
Rubric
Comments:
Graded by SAM 2010 (Automated assessment software)
This syllabus is not a contract. It is only a guideline. The
instructor reserves the right to make changes and additions to
this syllabus at her/his discretion. If changes are necessitated
during the term of the course, you will be notified of changes
via Blackboard mail.