SEMESTER:
Spring 2014
COURSE TITLE:
Planning & Management
COURSE NUMBER:
IPTN 2000
SECTION: A
Room 126
Monday/Wednesday 9:00 – 10:15 am
Final Exam: Monday, May 19, 2014 at 9:00
INSTRUCTOR:
Terry A. Lindsey
E-mail Address:
Terry.Lindsey@fletcher.edu
Phone Number: 985-226-5525
Office Hours:
By Appointment
Office Location: ROOM 118
SUPERVISOR:
Alvin J. Justelien III, Ph.D.
E-mail Address:
Alvin.justelien@Fletcher.edu
Office Location:
Room 117
COURSE
DESCRIPTION:
Introduces effective communication skills, team collaboration, decision-making process, and
quality control. Planning, scheduling, performance management, safety planning, facility
economics, security, conflict management, and leadership skills are also covered. Includes
practical exercises utilizing oil and gas activities.
COURSE LEARNING
OUTCOMES:
COURSE GOALS AND OBJECTIVES:
The material covered will be relevant to you, regardless of your career objectives. In all
likelihood, you will either be a manager or work with one in any occupation you choose.
In the final analysis, we are all managers of our own lives and can benefit by studying to
be better managers.
This course presents a thorough and systematic coverage of management theory and
practice. It focuses on the basic roles, skills and functions of management, with special
attention to managerial responsibility for effective and efficient achievement of goals.
Special attention is given to social responsibility, managerial ethics, and the importance
of multi-national organizations.
Upon completion of the course, students are expected to be able to:
a. Understand fundamental concepts and principles of
management, including the basic roles, skills, and functions of
management;
b. Be knowledgeable of historical development, theoretical
aspects and practice application of managerial process;
c. Be familiar with interactions between the environment,
technology, human resources, and organizations in order to
achieve high performance;
d. Be aware of the ethical dilemmas faced by managers and the
social responsibilities of businesses.
Management, 4th Edition, Barron’s
ISBN 0-7641-3931-2
TEXTBOOK:
MATERIALS:
STUDENT
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Phone Number: 985-448-7950
Textbook, Note-taking Materials, such as #2 pencils, ink pens, highlighter, spiral notebook, loose-leaf
paper
The student is expected to:
 Adhere to all Fletcher and departmental guidelines
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EVALUATION &
GRADING:
Attend all scheduled class meetings (Notify the instructor if you work a shift that will
prohibit you from attending all class meeting)
Be prepared for class by bringing all required materials and completed assignments to
class
Complete all assigned work and submit all work by the assigned due dates
Be respectful to self, Fletcher, and peers.
Actively participate in discussions and provide constructive feedback
Inform the instructor immediately of technology difficulties or Problems that may delay
submission of assignments.
Provide the instructor with an e-mail address (If you do not have one, you can set up a
free account through Yahoo or Hotmail etc.)
89.50% and above = A; 80% - 89.49% = B; 70% - 79.49% = C; 60% - 69.49% = D
Average of C or better is required.
Homework
Class Participation
Research Paper
Mid-Term
Final Exam
Total Available Points
50 pts.
50 pts.
100 pts.
100 pts.
100 pts.
= 400
DROP DATE:
The last day to drop classes without penalty (W) is April 7, 2014
ATTENDANCE:
90 % of success is showing up!
The first step in being a successful student is showing up for class, physically and mentally. This
course is designed to enrich and prepare students for the oil and gas production industry through
assigned reading, research, and classroom discussion. Daily assignments are part of the student’s
grade. Students should notify the instructor whenever they are aware of upcoming absences.
Students working 7/7, 14/14 shifts should notify instructor the first class session to set up
provisions.
1. Students are expected to attend all classes. When a student is absent from class, the student
is responsible to get notes from classmates and make arrangements with instructor for
missed assignments.
2. Tardies are disrespectful to other class members as well as disruptive to the class. Students
are considered tardy when they arrive more than 5 minutes after assigned class start
time. Three tardies will be counted as one absence.
3. Students may be dropped from class for excessive absences (more than 6 unexcused class
sessions) with an “F” for the course. Students with excessive absences may be encouraged to
withdraw with a “W” before receiving the “F”.
ASSIGNMENTS:
1. Students should complete all weekly assignments within 2 weeks of due date.
2. Students will be required to give oral and written presentations on selected topics.
3. Review the chapter associated with each lesson to help you understand the concepts.
4. Assignments will not be accepted any later than the due date without extenuating
circumstances.
TESTS AND EXAMS:
1. Students will take minimum of 7 exams.
2. Students must attend class at the scheduled times for these exams. If a student is not
present, a score of “I” will be earned for that exam.
3. Make-Up tests will only be administered for documented absences.
4. If a student misses a test and has documentation for the absence, arrangements to take
the make-up test must be made as soon as possible. Makeup tests must be taken of
returning to school.
5. NCCER does not accept grades below 70% on any module test. The final exam time will
be used to retake exams with scores less than 70%. All module scores below 70% will be
counted as 0.
6. Exam allotted time will be given before exam start.
1. Students must stop talking when roll call begins.
2. Students must Silent Cell phones and other technology equipment except computers
MAKE-UP POLICY:
CLASSROOM
POLICES:
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LAB DRESS CODE:
EMAIL/JOULE
LOGIN
INSTRUCTIONS:
before entering the classroom, and these items must remain Silent during class time.
DO NOT ANSWER A CELL PHONE IN THE CLASSROOM!
3. No food or drinks are allowed in the classroom.
4. NO TOBACCO in classroom or lab
Students Attire shall be of the following:
1. Long Pants
2. Enclosed Shoes
3. Safety Glasses in lab
4. Shirts with sleeves, without offensive writing or graphics
Students that are not dressed properly may be asked to leave and return in the proper clothes. You
are in a technical field and we will work with different equipment, tools and parts. The industry you
have chosen will require this type of clothing and it important to get used to wearing it. We will
supply hard hats and gloves for your use and expect them to be returned. Field visits; most
companies require proper attire, PPE and use back in parking at their facilities.
Username: Same as LoLA username
Password: Same as LoLA password
If you are having issues logging into student email or joule, follow the instructions below:
 Go to LoLA
 Click Change Password button
 Follow instructions on screen. (You will be asked for your Social Security number and your
birthday)
 It will ask to verify username. (Ensure that the system is finding the correct username)
 Once you have changed your LoLA password, your joule and email passwords should be
updated.
If you are having issues with logging into student email, email it@fletcher.edu and/or call 985-4487934. They will not be able to help you unless you provide your first name, last name, LoLA
username, and student ID.
COMPUTER LOGIN
INSTRUCTIONS:
Username: Same as LoLA username
Password: Your DOB (MMDDYYYY).
Months like August (08) the 0 is dropped off the beginning of the password. This password will not
be changed based on changes in LoLA.
TUTORING:
Students can receive free tutoring in the Academic Learning Resource Center (ALRC), located in
Room 127. ALRC hours are: Monday through Thursday: 8:00 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. and Friday: 8:00 A.M.
to 2:00 P.M.
COURSE
TRANSFERABILITY:
This course is a technology course. Transferability of this course is not guaranteed. It is at the
discretion of the receiving institution to accept the course for transfer credit. Student(s) should check
with the receiving institution concerning this course.
***Courses taught by instructors holding a master’s degree may be transferable. Students should
check with the receiving institution concerning these courses.
STUDENTS WITH
DISABILITIES:
Students with disabilities who need academic accommodations should provide the proper
documentation to Student Services. Once the accommodations are approved, the instructor will be
notified by Student Services.
ACADEMIC
HONESTY:
Any work submitted that is not the student’s own will receive a grade of zero, with additional
offenses resulting in a failing grade in the course and may result in expulsion from Fletcher.
GRIEVANCE
PROCEDURE:
Please refer to your Student Handbook for the complete grievance policy which is online for the
correct procedures to follow if you wish to file a grievance.
A summary of this policy is: meet with the instructor first, then the Department Head, then the Dean
of the division, then the Dean of Student Services.
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Date:
1/22/2014
1/27/2014
1/29/2014
2/3/2014
2/5/2014
2/10/2014
2/12/2014
2/17/2014
2/19/2014
2/24/2014
2/26/2014
3/3/2014
3/5/2014
3/10/2014
3/12/2014
3/17/2014
3/19/2014
3/24/2014
3/26/2014
3/31/2014
4/2/2014
4/7/2014
4/9/2014
4/14/2014
4/16/2014
4/21/2014
4/23/2014
4/28/2014
4/30/2014
5/5/2014
5/7/2014
5/12/2014
5/14/2014
5/19/2014
January 22
March 3-5
March 19
April 7
April 18
April 21-25
May 14-19
May 19
Assignment Content
Orientation: Review Syllabus
Library/First Call/Email/Research Exercise
Chapter 1 - WHAT IS MANAGEMENT: DEFINITION AND OVERVIEW
Chapter 2 - MANAGEMENT: HISTORY AND CONCEPTS
Chapter 3 - MANAGEMENT: SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
Chapter 4 - MANAGEMENT AND THE ENVIRONMENTS OF BUSINESS
Chapter 5 - MANAGEMENT DECISION-MAKING: TYPES AND STYLES
Chapter 6 - AN OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF MANAGEMENT
Chapter 7 – PLANNING
Chapter 8 - PLANNING: STRATEGY FORMULATION
Chapter 9 - PLANNING: STRATEGY IMPLEMENTATION,
Mardi Gras – College Closed
Mardi Gras – College Closed
Chapter 10 - BASIC CONCEPTS OF ORGANIZING
Chapter 11 - ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURES: CONCEPTS AND FORMATS
Chapter 12 – STAFFING: HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT
Chapter 13 - MOTIVATION: THEORY AND PRACTICE
***Mid-Term Test
Chapter 14 - LEADERSHIP: THEORY AND PRACTICE
Chapter 15 - MANAGEMENT: THE CONTROL FUNCTION
Chapter 16 - WORK GROUP DYNAMICS AND CREATIVITY
(April 7, 2014, Last day to withdraw with "W")
Chapter 17 - COMMUNICATION SKILLS AND MANAGEMENT EFFECTIVENESS
Chapter 18 - MANAGING ORGANIZATIONAL CHANGE
Chapter 19 - CONFLICT: ORGANIZATIONAL AND PERSONAL DIMENSIONS
Chapter 20 - PRODUCTION OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT (POM)
Holidays-School Closure
Holidays-School Closure
Chapter 21 - TIME MANAGEMENT
Chapter 22 - PLANNING THE MANAGERIAL CAREER
Chapter 23 - MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS
Chapter 24 - INTERNATIONAL MANAGEMENT
Chapter 25 - CHANGING TRENDS IN MANAGEMENT
Review for Final
***Final Exam
Activities
Why am I in this
Class?
Classic vs.
Behavioral
Social
Responsibility
SMART Goals
Budget Exercise
Daily Journal p.421
First day of Spring semester
Mardi Gras Holiday
Mid-semester
Last day to withdraw/resign with W grades
Holiday
Spring Break
Final Exams
Last day of Spring semester
Several tentative guest speakers will present their experiences to enrich course
* Due dates and Assignments are subject to change. Check Announcements for updates.
***Mandatory attendance required – Test days or additional meeting days.
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