Course Information
Course Description
and Objectives
Course Outcomes
Required Materials
Software
Methods of
Instruction
Evaluation
Student Responsibilities
Instructor's Responsibilities
Attendance Policy
Academic Dishonesty
ADAAccommodation
Notice
Course Information
Instructor:
Dr. Jianhua YANG
Office Location/Phone Number: CCT 440 / (706) 507-8180
Office Hours: M 10:30 am- 5:00 pm.
E-mail: MyItLab class e-mail, or yang_jianhua@columbusstate.edu
Website:
Class
Information:
http://csc.columbusstate.edu/yang
http://myitlab.com
Contacting Me: For issues related to this course, please email me
within the class MyITLab site or at
yang_jianhua@columbusstate.edu If you need to discuss something
with me personally but cannot do so during my posted office hours,
please feel free to contact me to arrange a more appropriate time.
CPSC 1105 Introduction to Information Technology, section
CRN 52045 (3 credits)
Class Meetings: This course is offered to meet at Monday 6:00pm
to 9:10pm at CCT407 in the Summer June term of 2012. Class
meets 100% online at
http://myitlab.com
Class Web Site:
The class Web site is located at http://myitlab.com. Below you can
find details how to register and access the class Web site.
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Course Description and Objectives
Course
Description:
Course
Objectives:
Prerequisites: None
This course provides an introduction to computer and information
technologies. It discusses the nature of information, computer
hardware, software, communications technology, and computerbased information systems. The theory is complemented by practical
work aimed at gaining basic proficiency with different types of
widely used application software. (3 credits).
University Requirement: This course satisfies the University
requirement regarding communication technology skills.
Upon completion of this course, students will demonstrate an
appreciation of the role of information technology in modern society.
They will be familiar with the principal components of computer
hardware and the functions of different types of software that make
computers useful in daily life. They will demonstrate a basic
understanding of the processes involved in the development of
software for problem solving, and the life cycle of information
systems. Students will be introduced to modern data communication
technology including the Internet and the World Wide Web. They
will be aware of various issues related to computer security and
privacy. Students will obtain basic practical skills necessary for
manipulating and presenting information in a productive way.
Software packages used will deal with word processing, spreadsheets,
presentation graphics, databases and Web page creation.
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Course Outcomes
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Students will demonstrate an understanding of the role of information technology.
o Strategies and Actions used to produce the outcome:
 Study the application of information technology in everyday life.
 Class discussion about what an information system is, and aspects
of information technology.
o Assessment Methods: Written Assignments, Quizzes, and Exams.
Students will demonstrate knowledge of the main components of a computer
system.
o Strategies and Actions used to produce the outcome:
 Study different types of hardware components such as the CPU,
memory and input/output devices.
 Class discussion of how different hardware components work
together and, with system software, make a computer system
operational.
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Assessment Methods: Written Assignments, Quizzes, and Exams.
Students will demonstrate familiarity with and basic proficiency in popular
application packages such as Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Access.
o Strategies and Actions used to produce the outcome:
 Study the application of different types of software applications
 Supervised laboratory sessions for gaining hands-on experience
with using common application packages.
o Assessment Methods: Written and Practical Assignments, Quizzes, Labs,
and Exams.
Students will demonstrate knowledge of the use of programming languages and
the process of software development.
o Strategies and Actions used to produce the outcome:
 Study of the concepts of computer programming and the use of
programming languages, algorithms, compilers.
 Classroom discussion and hands-on experience of computer
programming using a user-friendly programming environment.
o Assessment Methods: Written Assignments, Quizzes, and Exams.
Students will be familiar with the concepts and technology used in modern
computer networks including the Internet.
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Strategies and Actions used to produce the outcome:
 Study concepts of data communication technology.
 Classroom discussion of how computer networks are constructed
and how they enable communication of information.
o Assessment Methods: Written Assignments, Quizzes, and Exams.
Students will demonstrate awareness of possible threats to computer security and
how information can be protected.
o Strategies and Actions used to produce the outcome:
 Study various types of security threats and protection mechanisms.
 Classroom discussion of computer security and relevant tools.
o Assessment Methods: Written Assignments, Quizzes, and Exams.
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Required Materials
All class materials with this course are available on the class MyITLab Web site(
http://myitlab.com ). It includes e-text, slides, audio-videos, online quizzes, assignments,
simulation software with trainings and tests, and online midterm and final exams.
Title: Technology In Action, Complete, 8th edition
Authors: Evans, Martin, Poatsy
Publisher: Prentice Hall
Copyright: 2012
Published: 2011
The book is available as e-text when you register on MyITLab and
enroll in the course.
This course is being provided through the use of MyITLab. You can
access MyITLab at: http://www.myitlab.com/
You can register and enroll in CPSC 1105 Introduction to
Information Technology in two ways:
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Register and enroll in the class directly on the
http://myitlab.com
Register and enroll in the class on http://myitlab.com with an
access code purchased from the CSU bookstore
The purchase cost (online or with access code) is $110.
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Software
Software
To complete all lessons, quizzes, assignments, trainings, tests, and exams, you will need a
computer with access to:
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Internet
Windows XP/Vista/7
Internet Explorer browser
Microsoft Office 2010 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access)
Access to our class site at MyITLab
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Methods of Instruction
Methods of Instruction:
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Class presentations
Quizzes
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Assignments
Trainings
Tests
Midterm and Final Exams
Lessons
The CPSC 1105 class presentations are based on online e-text chapters readings, review
of slides and audio-videos. The topics covered in the class follow the course schedule.
Each student is expected to come to Monday class, complete all class lessons, read the
textbook chapters, review the slides and listen to the audio-videos, making notes. The
students have to complete the online end of chapter self-tests as preparation for the
chapter quizzes. All chapter readings with slide reviews, audio-videos and end-of-chapter
self-tests are assigned and have to be completed within two class session (only Chapter 1,
slides, audio-video, and end-of-chapter self-test is assigned for one session).
Quizzes
Thirteen (one per a chapter) are scheduled. The quizzes are open textbook. You can
attempt a quiz up to three times. The highest score will count. The quizzes are open until
midnight at the due date. The quizzes consist of multiple-choice, fill-in blank, matching,
and true-false questions covering topics from the textbook chapters. You can take a quiz
earlier but not later the deadline. All due dates and times of the quizzes are firm.
Assignments
Six assignments are scheduled and will be graded. Four of the assignments are with MS
Office 2010 (using Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access) and two assignments are with
the textbook topics - create a blog and download, install, and use software from Internet.
The assignments activities as designing and developing Word documents, PowerPoint
presentations, electronic spreadsheets, and Access databases cannot be learned simply by
reading a textbook. You must practice, practice, and practice to develop skills how to
design, develop, and solve technological problems using computer applications. Late
assignments are not accepted for credits. See the Schedule and Assignment areas of the
class Web site for details.
Trainings
The trainings are skill development and learning tools. They are based on the MyITLab
simulation environment where your are practicing with scheduled set of activities. Five
training are scheduled and available on the class Web site at MyITLab - Windows 7, MS
Office 2010 Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access. Multiple training sessions are
scheduled to complete and repeat the task of the trainings. The trainings will not be
graded. You have to use them in preparation for the tests. For details how to work with
MyITLab simulation environment and do trainings, go to the How To.. Web page , open
and listen to the audio-video Explore MyITLab Office Simulation.
Tests
Five tests are scheduled on the MyITLab ( http://myitlab.com ) simulation environment.
The tests are for Windows 7, Microsoft Office 2010 MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and
Access. The tests are timed and will be graded. They allow to measure your proficiency
and skills in the test topics. All due dates and times of the tests are firm. You cannot
take a test after the deadline. For details how to work with MyITLab simulation
environment and take a test, go to the How To.. Web page , open and listen to the audiovideo Explore MyITLab Office Simulation.
Exams
Your performance in this class will be measured by two exams - Midterm and Final
Exam. No make up exams will be given unless an exam was missed due to a
documented emergency. Questions on the Midterm and Final exams may include the
following: problem-solving, short essay questions, multiple choice, matching, filling-in
blanks. The questions are from the textbook topics. Some of the questions are similar to
the questions in the chapter quizzes. The Midterm Exam is a take-home, online exam
delivered through MyITLab. The Final Exam will be in-class, proctored exam. See the
class Schedule for the exam date, time and location. If you cannot take the Final Exam inclass, you have to contact me not later than Wednesday, July 18th with your decision.
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Evaluation
The final grade will be obtained from the following:
50% (Midterm: 20%,
Final: 30%)
Skill Tests 5 20%
Assignments 6 10%
Quizzes
13 20%
Exams
2
The letter grade will be assigned as follows:
Grade
A
B
C
D
F
Points
90-100
80-89
70-79
60-69
0 -59
All grades will be posted on the class MyITLab site.
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Student Responsibilities
As a student in this course, you are responsible to:
 manage your time and maintain the discipline required to meet the course
requirements,
 come to class prepared to ask questions to maximize your understanding of the
material,
 complete all readings,
 complete all assignments,
 complete all quizzes, tests, and exams,
 actively participate in discussions,
 read any e-mail sent by the instructor and respond accordingly.
"I didn't know" is NOT an acceptable excuse for failing to meet the course requirements.
If you fail to meet your responsibilities, you do so at your own risk.
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Instructor's Responsibilities
As your instructor in this course, I am responsible to:
 lead the class discussion and answer student's questions,
 post weekly lessons outlining the assignments for the week,
 read all responses to discussion questions and comments to responses,
 actively participate in discussions when necessary,
 grade assignments, quizzes, and exams, and post scores within one week of the
end of the week in which they are submitted, and
 read any e-mail sent by the you and respond accordingly within 24 hours.
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Attendance Policy
Class attendance is the responsibility of the student, and it is the student's responsibility
to independently cover any materials missed. Class attendance and participation may also
be used in determining grades. It is your responsibility to sign a roll sheet for every class
meeting. At my discretion, I may drop you from the course for more than 6 absences.
Missing an exam or quiz is considered an absence. Missed classes caused by participation
in documented, formal, University-sponsored events will not count as absences provided
you notify me of such anticipated absences in advance and as soon as possible.
You are responsible for all class work missed, regardless of the reason for the absence(s).
Late assignments will not be accepted, so if you are absent on the day an assignment is
due, it is your responsibility to make alternate arrangements. No makeup exams or
quizzes will be given, so please make sure you are present for all exams/quizzes. Refer to
the CSU Catalog ( http://ace.columbusstate.edu/advising/a.php#AttendancePolicy ) for
more information on class attendance and withdrawal.
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Academic Dishonesty
Academic Dishonesty: Academic dishonesty includes, but is not limited to, activities
such as cheating and plagiarism
(http://ace.columbusstate.edu/advising/a.php#AcademicDishonestyAcademicMisconduct
).It is a basis for disciplinary action. Any work turned in for individual credit must be
entirely the work of the student submitting the work. All work must be your own. You
may share ideas but submitting identical assignments (for example) will be considered
cheating. You may discuss the material in the course and help one another; however,
any work you hand in for a grade must be your own. A simple way to avoid
inadvertent plagiarism is to talk about the assignments, but don't read each other's work
or write solutions together unless otherwise directed. For your own protection, keep
scratch paper and old versions of assignments to establish ownership, until after the
assignment has been graded and returned to you. If you have any questions about this,
please see me immediately. For assignments, access to notes, the course textbooks,
books and other publications is allowed. All work that is not your own, MUST be
properly cited. This includes any material found on the Internet. Stealing or giving or
receiving any code, diagrams, drawings, text or designs from another person (CSU or
non-CSU, including the Internet) is not allowed. Having access to another person's work
on the computer system or giving access to your work to another person is not allowed. It
is your responsibility to keep your work confidential.
No cheating in any form will be tolerated. Penalties for academic dishonesty may
include:
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a zero grade on the assignment or exam/quiz
a failing grade for the course
suspension from the Computer Science program
dismissal from the Computer Science program.
All instances of cheating will be documented in writing with a copy placed in the
Department's files. Students will be expected to discuss the academic misconduct with
the faculty members and the chairperson. For more details see the Student
Handbook:http://ace.columbusstate.edu/advising/a.php#AbsencePolicy.
Getting help
Student assistants in the Computer Center can help you with basic computer-related
problems such as logging on to the network, saving your work, etc., but they are not
obligated to help you with your assignments. There are several tutors at the Department
of Computer Science CCT 450 Lab, who can help you with the assignments. Their
schedule is posted in the Computer Science department site. You can also always contact
me during my posted office hours, by e-mail, or by appointment.
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ADA Accommodation Notice
CSU ADA statement
If you have a documented disability, as described by the Rehabilitation Act of1973 (P.L.
933-112 Section 504) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)and subsequent
amendments and would like to request academic and/or physical accommodations, please
contact the Office of Disability Services in the Schuster Student Success Center (room
221), 706-507-8755, as soon as possible. Course requirements will not be waived, but
reasonable accommodations may be provided as appropriate.
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