BCIS 1405/COSC 1401
Microcomputer Applications
Syllabus
INSTRUCTOR OF RECORD and
CONTACT INFORMATION
(E-mail, Office, Phone, etc.):
Dr. Andrea Busch, email abusch@alvincollege.edu
Preferred Method of Contact:
Email: abusch@alvinisd.net
CIT Department Chair:
Manvel High School: 281-245-2232, Room B134
Mr. T. Magliolo, tmagliolo@alvincollege.edu
A. COURSE DESCRIPTION
Overview of computer systems—hardware, operating systems, and microcomputer application software,
including the Internet, word processing, spreadsheets, presentation graphics, and databases. Current issues
such as the effect of computers on society, and the history and use of computers in business, educational, and
other modern settings are also studied. (3 lecture and 3 lab hours per week).
B. COURSE GOALS & OBJECTIVES
By the end of this course the student will be able to:
 Identify and recognize the concepts of a computer and the components of the system unit with 80%
accuracy with results from the worksheet and exam.
 Identify the different types of input devices, output devices and storage devices with 80% accuracy
with results from the worksheet and exam.
 Identify different operating systems, uses of different computer utilities, and topology and usage of
networks with 80% accuracy with results from the worksheet and exam.
 Able to format, save, delete, and rename a file at 80% of the time.
 Demonstrate their skills to create, edit, format, save, print, and upload a Word document such as a
flyer, research paper, and a letterhead with a table with 80% accuracy.
 Demonstrate their skills to create, edit, format, save, print, and upload an Excel spreadsheet such as
embedded chart in a worksheet, formulas, functions, and formatting worksheets, and analysis excel
data by using the What-If Analysis, charts, and working with large worksheets with 80% accuracy.
 Demonstrate to create, edit, format, save, print, and upload a PowerPoint presentation such as clip
art presentation, enhanced presentations with pictures, shapes, and word art, and modifying an
existing presentation by adding multimedia with 80% accuracy.
 Create, edit, format, maintain, save, print, and upload tables, forms, reports, and queries in an Access
Database with 80% accuracy.
C. TEXTBOOK INFORMATION
For information on the textbook and other course materials, including details about how to order
your book online and have it delivered to you, visit the ACC College “Bookstore” link on the ACC
website at www.alvincollege.edu or go directly to http://www.alvinccstore.com/.
 Textbook: Microsoft Office 2013 A Skills Approach (ASA) by McGraw-Hill
 eBook: Using Information Technology (UIT) by McGraw-Hill
 SimNet Account - Detailed instructions for developing the account are located in the “START
HERE – Welcome to the Class” letter on the last page labeled “SimNet Instructions”.
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D. EXPECTATIONS
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Students are expected to obtain a textbook and send the instructor an E-mail (Message) stating that
they have read the syllabus and schedule and they understand what is expected of them by the
second week of class. Detailed instructions are included in the “First Worksheet”.
Students are expected to allocate a minimum of 10 hours per week on textbook/eBook readings,
interacting with course materials and completing assignments, labs, projects, worksheets, and exams.
Students are expected to have a workable computer that can access the Internet and the course
website/MyBlackboard or they can access the Internet through the computers in any of the 23 ACC
computer labs. Technical problems such as slow or no Internet connection at home WILL NOT be an
acceptable excuse for late work.
A student is required to log into the MyBlackboard course, a minimum of three (3) different days per
week.
E. CLASS ATTENDANCE POLICY
Attendance is vital for student success. Be sure to attend all classes and be in contact with the instructor for
any absences.
F. DISCLAIMER
The instructor reserves the right to modify this syllabus as needed and will notify the students of any changes
using the MyBlackboard E-mail (Message) or announcements.
G. LATE COURSE WORK POLICY
Students are expected to have their assignments/worksheets/projects/exams completed by the due date and
time. Failure to turn your assignments/worksheets/projects/exams before or on the due date and time will be
considered late.
Late Penalties will be as follows:
1 day late – Maximum of 85
2 days late – Maximum of 70
3 or more days late -0
H. EXAM POLICY
All exams are available on the first day of class and need to be taken prior the due date and time. See “Due
Date Calendar” for deadlines. Simulated, Multiple choice, and True/False questions will be given on
MyBlackboard or SimNet covering the material given in the textbook, eBook, or SimNet. All exams are timed.
You cannot retake any exam. Once an exam is closed, it will not be reopened until makeup day. See “Late
Course Work Policy” section in this syllabus for additional information.
Semester Exams in the fall and spring will follow the exam schedule for all AISD classes.
Percent
Grade
100-90%
A
89-80%
B
79-70%
C
69-60%
D
< 60%
F
Grading Calculation:
30% Tests
25% Projects
25% Daily Work
10% Business Ethics & Current Technology Work
10% Participation
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I.…..Incomplete. No Incompletes or “I” grades will be given except for extreme circumstances. If an “I” grade is
assigned and the course work is not completed by the pre-arranged time limit, this grade will convert to an
“F”. An email MUST be sent by the student requesting an “I” and the instructor and student must agree on
what assignments need to be completed with a passing grade. The learner will make a grade no higher than a
“C” in the course.
W.......Withdrawal. It is recommended that the student talk to the instructor before withdrawing. Current
course withdrawal information can be found in the printed version of the ACC Schedule for this semester or
online
at
ACC
Course
WITHDRAWAL
INSTRUCTIONS
or
http://www.alvincollege.edu/EnrollmentServicesCenter/RegistrarsOffice.aspx#8. Students who file withdrawal
requests by the published deadline and have not exceeded the withdrawal maximum will receive a grade of
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I.
ASSIGNMENTS AND EXAMS
First Worksheet
Chapter 1 Worksheet
ESSENTIAL SKILLS Labs
* Office 2013 SimPath
* Internet Explorer 9 SimPath
* Windows 7 SimPath
WORD Chapter 1 Labs
* Word Ch 1 SimPath
* Ch 1 Skill Review 1.1
* Ch 1 Fix It 1.6
* Ch 1 Challenge Yourself 1.3
Chapter 2 Worksheet
WORD Chapter 2 Labs
* Word Ch 2 SimPath
* Ch 2 Skill Review 2.1
* Ch 2 Fix It 2.6
* Ch 2 Challenge Yourself 2.3
Chapter 1-2 Exam
WORD Chapter 3 Labs
* Word Ch 3 SimPath
* Ch 3 Skill Review 3.1
* Ch 3 Fix It 3.6
* Ch 3 Challenge Yourself 3.3
WORD Chapter 4 Labs
* Word Ch 4 SimPath
* Ch 4 Skill Review 4.1
* Ch 4 Fix It 4.6
* Ch 4 Challenge Yourself 4.3
WORD Chapter 5 Labs
* Word Ch 5 SimPath
* Ch 5 Skill Review 5.1
* Ch 5 Fix It 5.6
* Ch 5 Challenge Yourself 5.3
Word Skills Exam
Word Terminology Exam
Chapter 3 Worksheet
EXCEL Chapter 1 Labs
* Excel Ch 1 SimPath
* Ch 1 Skill Review 1.1
* Ch 1 Fix It 1.6
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* Ch 1 Challenge Yourself 1.3
Chapter 4 Worksheet
EXCEL Chapter 2 Labs
* Excel Ch 2 SimPath
* Ch 2 Skill Review 2.1
* Ch 2 Fix It 2.6
* Ch 2 Challenge Yourself 2.3
Chapter 3-4 Exam
EXCEL Chapter 3 Labs
* Excel Ch 3 SimPath
* Ch 3 Skill Review 3.1
* Ch 3 Fix It 3.6
* Ch 3 Challenge Yourself 3.3
EXCEL Chapter 4 Labs
* Excel Ch 4 SimPath
* Ch 4 Skill Review 4.1
* Ch 4 Fix It 4.6
* Ch 4 Challenge Yourself 4.3
EXCEL Chapter 5 Labs
* Excel Ch 5 SimPath
* Ch 5 Skill Review 5.1
* Ch 5 Fix It 5.6
* Ch 5 Challenge Yourself 5.3
Excel Skills Exam
Excel Terminology Exam
Chapter 5 Worksheet
ACCESS Chapter 1 Labs
* Access Ch 1 SimPath
* Ch 1 Skill Review 1.1
* Ch 1 Fix It 1.6
* Ch 1 Challenge Yourself 1.3
Chapter 6 Worksheet
ACCESS Chapter 2 Labs
* Access Ch 2 SimPath
* Ch 2 Skill Review 2.1
* Ch 2 Fix It 2.6
* Ch 2 Challenge Yourself 2.3
ACCESS Chapter 3 Labs
* Access Ch 3 SimPath
* Ch 3 Skill Review 3.1
* Ch 3 Fix It 3.6
* Ch 3 Challenge Yourself 3.3
ACCESS Chapter 4 Labs
* Access Ch 4 SimPath
* Ch 4 Skill Review 4.1
* Ch 4 Fix It 4.6
* Ch 4 Challenge Yourself 4.3
Access Skills Exam
Access Terminology Exam
Chapter 7 Worksheet
POWERPOINT Chapter 1 Labs
* PowerPoint Ch 1 SimPath
* Ch 1 Skill Review 1.1
* Ch 1 Fix It 1.6
* Ch 1 Challenge Yourself 1.3
Chapter 5-6-7 Exam
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POWERPOINT Chapter 2 Labs
* PowerPoint Ch 2 SimPath
* Ch 2 Skill Review 2.1
* Ch 2 Fix It 2.6
* Ch 2 Challenge Yourself 2.3
POWERPOINT Chapter 3 Labs
* PowerPoint Ch 3 SimPath
* Ch 3 Skill Review 3.1
* Ch 3 Fix It 3.6
* Ch 3 Challenge Yourself 3.3
POWERPOINT Chapter 4 Labs
* PowerPoint Ch 4 SimPath
* Ch 4 Skill Review 4.1
* Ch 4 Fix It 4.6
* Ch 4 Challenge Yourself 4.3
PowerPoint Skills Exam
PowerPoint Terminology Exam
Computer Project
Final Skills Exam
Final Terminology Exam
J.
CLASSROOM PROTOCOL
It is the right of each student to participate in his or her learning, and it is the responsibility of each student to
not interfere with the learning of other students. Policies governing the classroom are provided in the ACC
Student Handbook and students who repeatedly violate one or more of these policies will be subject to
disciplinary action.
K. ACADEMIC SUCCESS AND SUPPORT SERVICES
Enrollment Service Center (ESC)
Any registration issues or withdrawal issues or graduation issues contact the Enrollment Service Center If
you need to see a counselor see the Enrollment Service Center.
Office:
Location:
Telephone Number:
Email:
Website:
Enrollment Service Center (ESC)
Building A, First Floor, Room 100
281-756-3531
info@alvincollege.edu
http://www.alvincollege.edu/EnrollmentServicesCenter.aspx
Disabilities Services
ACC complies with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and 504 Federal guidelines by affording equal
access to individuals who are seeking an education. Students who have a disability and would like
classroom accommodations must register with the Office of Disability Services. Instructors are not able to
provide accommodations until the proper process has been followed.
Office:
Location:
Telephone Number:
Email:
Website:
Office of Disability Services
Building A, First Floor, Room: A-136
281-756-3533
mailto:ecross@alvincollege.edu
http://www.alvincollege.edu/DisabilityServices.aspx
Behavioral Intervention Team (BIT) – Letting someone know
The Behavioral Intervention Team (BIT) at Alvin Community College is committed to improving community
safety. College faculty, staff, students and community members may communicate safety concerns to the
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BIT team by email, or through the electronic reporting option located on the BIT page of the college
website.
Office:
Location:
Telephone Number:
Email:
Website:
Office of Student Services or Campus Police
Building A, First Floor, Room: A-136
281-756-3700
bitcore@alvincollege.edu
http://www.alvincollege.edu/BehavioralInterventionTeam.aspx
ACC Library
The ACC Library is an excellent source of assistance for writing research papers.
Office:
Location:
Telephone Number:
Email:
Website:
ACC Library
Building A, Second Floor
281-756-3559
tbates@alvincollege.edu
http://www.alvincollege.edu/library.aspx
ACC Learning Lab
The ACC Learning Lab provides students with a variety of services including tutoring (math, writing, and
other disciplines); computers and printers; a testing facility; and tables/carrels for studying. Learning Lab
hours are posted on the doors outside the lab.
Office:
Location:
Telephone Number:
Email:
Website:
ACC Learning Lab
Building A, Second Floor
281-756-3566
lvern@alvincollege.edu
http://www.alvincollege.edu/TutoringLearningLab.aspx
Distance Education
Any technical problems or issues with MyBlackboard should be directed to the Distance Education
Department email include your first and last name, student ID number and a detailed description of the
problem. Students will not be penalized if there is an interruption in MyBlackboard service and the
instructor is notified of such an issue by the Distance Education Department.
Office:
Location:
Telephone Number:
Email:
Website:
Distance Education Services
Building A, First Floor, Room: A-176
281-756-3728
de@alvincollege.edu
http://ww2.alvincollege.edu/de/de_technical_support.htm
IT Department Help Desk / Cyberlink Computer Lab
Any password issue with MyBlackBoard or WebAccess, contact the IT Department Help Desk. Any ACC
Computer Lab Information, contact the IT Department Help Desk.
Office:
Location:
Telephone Number:
Email:
Website:
IT Department Help Desk
Building A, First Floor, Room: A-173
281-756-3544
helpdesk@alvincollege.edu
http://www.alvincollege.edu/informationtechnology/helpdeskinformation
Who to Contact for Help:
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Questions About
Contact
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Course Information
Syllabus
Content
Grades
Your instructor of record through either MyBlackboard Email
(Message) or office number.
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Registering for Classes
Prerequisites
Availability of Courses
Refer to Enrollment Services Center (ESC) section in the
above table.
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MyBlackboard Issues
Log-in Problems
Forgotten Passwords
Using MyBlackboard
Refer to IT Department Help Desk or Cyberlink Computer Lab
section in the above table.
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MyBlackboard Issues or technical
problems
Missing a Course
Refer to Distance Education section in the above table.
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Slow or No Internet Off Campus
No Computer or Technical Issues Off
Campus
Incorrect Software or Not Installed on
Computer Off Campus
Computer Labs: N119 or N104 is available for the learners use.
The lab hours are posted on the door outside the labs.
Refer to Cyberlink Computer Lab section in the above table.
Another option is your local library.
L. CODE OF ACADEMIC INTEGRITY AND HONESTY
Alvin Community College students are members of an institution dedicated to the pursuit of knowledge
through a formalized program of instruction and learning. At the heart of this endeavor, lie the core values of
academic integrity which include honesty, truth, and freedom from lies and fraud. Because personal integrity
is important in all aspects of life, students at Alvin Community College are expected to conduct themselves
with honesty and integrity both in and out of the classroom. Incidents of academic dishonesty will not be
tolerated and students guilty of such conduct are subject to severe disciplinary measures.
M. PLAGIARIZING
For this class, it is permissible to assist classmates in general discussions of computing techniques. General
advice and interaction are encouraged. Each person, however, must develop his or her own solutions to the
assigned projects, assignments, and tasks. In other words, students may not "work together" on graded
assignments.
One Assignment Offense:
Any learner plagiarizing another learner’s work and the learner allowing the assignment to be copied are
treated as equals. First offense of a non-exam/project assignment will be given a grade of zero that will be
assigned to both and an Academic Dishonesty Incident Report will be processed. If an Academic Dishonesty
Incident Report is submitted to the Student Services Dean’s Office, the learner will make a grade no higher
than a “C” in the course.
Multiple Assignments, Project, or Exam Offense:
After an assignment offense has occurred, the instructor has the right to re-review the previous assignments
for dishonest conduct and if it is discovered that there is more than one instance of cheating, then the student
fails the course and an Academic Dishonesty Incident Report will be processed. Any offense after the first
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offense or any exam/project offense, the students are treated as equal and both will be given a grade of a zero
for the course and an Academic Dishonesty Incident Report will be processed. Refer to the Student Discipline
& Code of Conduct in the ACC Student Handbook.
R. ACC CLASSROOM AND LAB RULES
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We need your assistance in keeping our laboratories and classrooms clean. Help maintain the carpet
and the furniture; wear clean clothes and shoes.
Avoid offending others; use good personal hygiene.
All non-computer science subject material should be printed in the Building ‘A’ (Cyber lab, A173) or
the library. Laboratory printers are for restricted limited usage.
No food and drinks are allowed in the classrooms and laboratories.
No children are allowed in the classrooms or laboratories.
Place all cell phones and other electronic devices on “silent mode”.
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