Ocean County College
Professor’s Course Syllabus
Professor’s Name:
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Mrs. Robin Weitz
Integrated Office Software
CSIT 123
This course is designed to teach the skills necessary to design, produce
and integrate documents, worksheets, databases, and professional
presentations. The course will emphasize a hands-on project oriented
approach to problem solving. The students will be using the
microcomputer in a Windows environment with a modern integrated
software package (Microsoft Office). Students may not receive credit for
both CSIT 123 and CSIT 125. Working knowledge of Microsoft
Windows is suggested. Open lab time is required.
Fall 2013
Technology Building: Room 222
732-255-0400 extension 2161
rweitz@ocean.edu
*please be advised this my primary email address and the only one I
respond to*
Monday and Thursday: 8:00 – 9:25 am
Tuesday and Friday: 12:20 – 1:00 pm
Microsoft Office 2013
Ocean Count College Special Edition
Course Technology
ISBN: 978-1-2857-25918
Only available through the OCC Bookstore
At least one Flash Drive
Course Learning
Outcomes/Objectives:
The student will be able to
 Describe and illustrate the hardware and software requirements
for Integrated Office Software.
 Recognize and use various Windows features (menus, title bars,
dialog boxes, cascading menus, dragging and dropping, pop-up
menus, icons, taskbar and toolbars).
 Use Windows to save and retrieve files, maintain directories and
run Office Software.
 Describe file management, word processing, spreadsheet and
charting concepts.
 Identify an application using database, graphics, word
processing, spreadsheet and presentation software.
 Create and edit documents.
 Format documents with appropriate use of fonts and type styles
to improve the appearance of a document.
 Import graphics and use tables in a document.
 Work with multiple documents transferring data between
documents.
 Automate work by use of macros and templates.
 Produce a professional looking document project utilizing the
word processing techniques presented.
 Create, edit and format a spreadsheet.
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General Education Goals
Addressed in the Course:
Course Standards:
Use functions in a spreadsheet.
Work with multiple spreadsheets.
Use charts and graphs in a spreadsheet.
Produce a professional looking spreadsheet project utilizing the
spreadsheet techniques presented.
 Integrate the document and spreadsheet projects.
 Create, maintain, and query a database management system.
 Create and use database forms.
 Create database reports.
 Produce a database project utilizing the database techniques
presented.
 Create compound documents containing text, graphics, database,
and spreadsheet data.
 Manage shared data among applications.
 Produce and present a professional slide show, utilizing graphs,
clip art, charts and special features.
 Integrate word processing, spreadsheets and database into a
computer generated presentation application.
1. To develop the ability to become an independent thinker through
mathematical, scientific and philosophical reasoning.
2. To develop the ability to communicate effectively through reading,
listening, speaking and writing.
3. To develop the ability to solve problems by collecting, organizing
and evaluating information.
12. To develop an understanding of technology and its impact on
society and the environment.
13. To foster the curiosity, creativity and desire to become
autonomous learners for life.
Papers and Assignments:
All papers and assignments will be due on time. It is at my discretion
whether an assignment will be accepted late. If a student is permitted to
submit their paper or assignment late, their grade for that assignment will
be affected as follows:
 1 day late: 10 points deducted from assignment grade.
 2 days late: 20 points deducted from assignment grade.
 3 days late: 30 points deducted from assignment grade.
 4 days late: 40 points deducted from assignment grade.
 More than 4 days late: Papers or assignments will not be accepted
for any reason, and the student will receive an F for that
assignment.
Class Participation:
Class participation is expected of all students. The more participation, the
more fun the class becomes! Student’s class participation will be noted,
and taken into consideration for the final grade. For example, a student
who has a final grade average of a 69, with no class participation would
receive a D, but the same student who was always prepared and
participated regularly in class discussions, would be “bumped up” to a C.
Inclement Weather:
If the weather is inclement, and you are not sure if class is being held, you
can call my voice mail. I will change my message by 6 am if morning
classes are cancelled.
Attendance Policy:
Grading Scale:
The student is expected to attend every class. If you must be absent, it is
required that you call and leave me a message on my voice mail….
otherwise the absence will be unexcused. Three unexcused absences and
the student will either be withdrawn or failed, at my option. No further
warnings will be given.
If a student misses a testing class for any reason, or is not in class on the
day an assignment is due, the student will not be given a make up exam or
the assignment will not be accepted, and the student will be assigned a
grade of “0” for the missed test or assignment (unless PRIOR
arrangements have been made with me). This grade will not be dropped,
and will be averaged in with the other test and assignment grades to define
the final grade for the student (as described below under Student
Evaluation).
If a student is absent, it is the responsibility of the student to make up any
missed work or assignments, get any notes, and to be prepared for any
announced exams or assignments.
A
90-100
B+
85-89
B
80-84
C+
75-79
C
70-74
D
65-69
F
Below 65
Withdrawal (W)
A withdrawal will only be given if
the student FORMALLY
withdraws from the class,
otherwise the student will receive
their combined average of any
work/tests turned in missing for the
entire semester.
(Missing work/tests will count as a
0.)
Thursday, November 7, 2013 is the
last date to withdraw from class.
There will be no withdrawals
given after this date. Students
who stop attending or who are
administratively withdraw after
11/07/2013 will be given an F for
the class.
Evaluation of Student:
Outline:
Your final grade will be an average of all of your tests and assignments.
No extra credit or special assignments will be given. Tests will be
announced at least two class days in advance. Major assignments will be
announced in Ocean Cruiser at least two days in advance, and will count
as a test grade. You will have minor assignments due for selected
sections. The minor assignments will be averaged and counted as one test
(major) grade. The lowest major grade for a submitted project/test will be
dropped, but not any non-submitted grade. The minor grade average is
not a candidate for a dropped grade. Homework will be looked at in class,
and will not negatively affect your grade.
Your assignments, tests, and other information will be posted to the Ocean
Cruiser website as designated for this class.
Class participation will be considered in determining your final grade as
described above in Course Standards. Class participation can only help
your grade; it will not be counted against you as a factor in lowering your
final average.
I am not “Monty Hall” and this is not “Let’s Make a Deal”... there is no
bargaining for grades. The grade you earn is the grade you will get.
A. Word Processing
1. Creating and Editing a Document
a. Changing Fonts
b. Formatting Document
c. Correcting Errors
2. Formatting Documents
a. Paragraph Formatting
b. Working with multiple open documents
c. Using the Thesaurus
d. Using Spelling and Grammar Checkers
e. Find and Replace
3. Improving Appearance of a Document
a. Adding Tables
b. Adding Clip Art
4. Automating Work
a. Using Mail Merge
b. Using Macros
c. Using Templates
d. Creating a Resume
B. Spreadsheets
1. Creating, Editing and Formatting a Worksheet
a. Auto format
b. Custom Formats
2. Using Formulas
a. Hierarchy
b. AutoSum
3. Using Functions
a. Statistical
b. Financial
4. Creating Charts and Graphs
a. Types of Charts
b. Modifying Chart
5. Working with Multiple Worksheets
C. Object Linking and Embedding
1. Integrating the Document with the Worksheet
Statement of Plagiarism:
D. Database Processing
1. Creating a Database
a. Fields
b. Keys
c. Wizards
d. Manual
2. Maintaining a Database
a. Changing Views
b. Editing Tables
c. Entering and Editing Data
3. Creating Forms
a. Wizards
b. Viewing Data
c. Editing Data
4. Querying a Database
a. Sorting
b. Selection Criteria
5. Creating Reports
a. Wizards
b. Printing
6. Managing Shared Data among Applications
E. Presentation Graphics
1. Creating a Presentation
a. Creating Title Slide
b. Changing Text Style and Font
c. Creating Remaining Slides
d. Moving between Slides
e. Viewing the Presentation in Slide Sorter View
f. Correcting Errors
g. Using Online Help
2. Enhancing the Presentation
a. Adding Clip Art to a Slide
b. Adding Text to an Object
c. Using Graphs and Tables
d. Adding Special Effects
e. Running an Automatic Slide Show
Integrating word processing, spreadsheets, database and presentation
packages
Students should refer to the student handbook and review policy #5180.
Plagiarism is defined as the intentional copying of another’s work, and the
false representation of another’s work as your own. It will not be tolerated
under any circumstances, and will be the cause for immediate expulsion
from the class, with the student receiving a grade of an F for their final
grade.
Statement about Civility:
Statement about Civility: Ocean County College defines civility
primarily as the demonstration of respect for others, basic courtesy,
reciprocity (treating others as we wish to be treated), and behaviors that
create a positive environment in which to learn and to work. [See
www.ocean.edu/civility.htm]
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Campus Resources and
Services:
The use of cell phones, beepers, electronic games, and other
electronic devices is strictly prohibited in this class. All cell
phones and beepers should be turned off prior to entering class.
If an electronic device disrupts the class, it will be confiscated
and returned to the student at the end of class; or if the problem is
persistent, at the end of the semester.
If there is an unusual circumstance that necessitates the need for a
cell phone/beeper to be active during class time, you will need to
notify me prior to class and special consideration will be given.
 Students will be expected to be ready and on time for class.
 If a student is more than 3 minutes late, the student will be
marked as late. Three latenesses will count as one absence;
therefore nine latenesses will be cause for the immediate
withdrawal or failure of the student (at my option).
 Disruptive, disrespectful, and otherwise inappropriate behavior
will not be tolerated, and will be the cause for the immediate
removal, and expulsion, of the student from the class.
 Students will follow all the lab rules. If a student is caught not
following the lab rules, that student will be warned once. The
second offense will result in the immediate expulsion of the
student from the class.
LAB / CLASS RULES:
1. There will be no food and / or drinks allowed.
2. No software is allowed to be altered, loaded or removed
from any of the computers.
3. No settings are to be changed on the computers for any
reason without the express permission of the instructor.
4. Computers are to be used exclusively for work assigned
by the instructor. Any other use will not be tolerated.
5. College equipment will be treated with respect at all
times.
There are tutoring services available in the computer science tutoring lab.
The schedule will be posted in the outer office as soon as it is determined.
This tutoring is a free service provided to the computer science students of
Ocean County College, and is provided on a first come, first serve basis,
by appointment only. You may contact the lab assistant, secretary, or me
for further information. In addition, Study Strategy Seminars are
scheduled each week and are posted on the college website under
“Academics.” More information on college services can be found by
using the A-Z index on the college website (for example, under “T” for
Tutoring or under “S” for Study Strategy Seminars).
In addition to my office hours, I am available at certain other times by
appointment only to meet with students. (This is ONLY if my office hours
are not convenient.) You may contact me to make arrangements.
Disabilities Statement:
Disclaimer:
If there is any student in this class who has special needs because of
learning and/or other types of disabilities, please feel free to meet with me
in order to discuss any special arrangements that you may require. You
may also wish to contact and arrange a meeting with the Center for
Academic Excellence.
The schedule and procedures described in this course outline are subject to
change depending upon the needs of the class. Individual faculty
members may make reasonable changes to this course outline exclusive of
course requirements, course calendar, and grading procedures.
All individuals should not assume that anything received, sent, or stored in this course or in any course is
private. Students’ written work, assignments, and test results may be used anonymously for college
assessment purposes. Course content, support materials, and communications (including chats,
discussions, emails, and any other forms of communication) may be used for quality assurance purposes by
authorized college administrators.
Important Notes:
Ocean Cruiser is the official email communication for students at OCC
(firstname_lastname@portal.ocean.edu)
Failure to pay for this course may result in your being dropped for non-payment.