SYLLABUS - Tulsa Community College –
Course: CSCI_2163 Windows Operating System
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Day(s) & Time(s): TBA & SELFPACED
Course format: Blackboard
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Version: Later version of Microsoft Windows
Course Delivery Method: On-line & TBA
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Textbook Software
Description - Objectives
Communication
Teaching Methods
Evaluation Techniques
Agenda - Submissions
Withdrawal
Technical Skills
Institutional Information
Student Support
Computer Services
CONTACT INFORMATION:
INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION:
Instructor: Laura Hunt
Office: SE 4212
Phone: 918 595-7610
FAX: 918 595-7799
Email: lhunt@tulsacc.edu or laura.hunt@mail.tulsacc.edu
Office Hours: by Appointment - TENTATIVE OFFICE HRS CHECK BLACKBOARD FOR ANY UPDATES
COURSE AREA INFORMATION:
Blackboard: https://bb.tulsacc.edu
TCC Server: www.tulsacc.edu
TCC Email https://portal.tulsacc.edu/cp/home/displaylogin
firstname_lastname
Secure Access Login: check to see if you need the T in front of your ID
User Name: TCC 8 digit number
i.e. 10101010
Password: 6 digit number Birthday=MmDdYy i.e. 010190 (until you change it)
DIVISION OFFICE:
Division: Business Information Technology
Associate Dean: Rick Roach
Office: SE 4112
Phone: 918 595-7639
CONTACT ACADEMIC & CAMPUS SERVICES:
Director: Leeann Brewer
Office: SE 2202
Phone:9185957673
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DISCIPLINE GOALS
Exhibit a solid foundation in computer technology, computer nomenclature, and the use of
microcomputers as productive tools.
GENERAL EDUCATION GOAL STATEMENT
The General Education Goals are designed to ensure that graduates of Tulsa Community College have
the skills, knowledge, and attitudes to carry them successfully through their work and their personal
lives. General Education Goals relevant to this course include, Critical Thinking; Effective
Communication; Civic Responsibility; Global Awareness; Computer Proficiency.
COURSE DESCRIPTION
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This course covers a state-of- the-arts operating system environment. Major areas to be studied will
include coverage of installation procedures, customizing desktops, security issues, file management,
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network/internet connectivity, managing programs/hardware/digital media, maximizing performance,
and some troubleshooting techniques. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 2 hours.
PREREQUISITES FOR THIS COURSE
CSC 1203 Computer Concepts and Applications or Equivalent
NEXT COURSE(S) IN SEQUENCE
Determined by your course of study - see current catalog for degree/certificates requirements
COURSE OBJECTIVES
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Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:
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Explore - (a) Customizing the Desktops; (b) Network and Internet Connectivity; (c) Installation
Procedures; and (d) Troubleshooting Techniques
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Manage – (a) Files, Folders, and Disks; (b) Programs; (c) Hardware; (d) Digital Media; and
(e) Performance
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Understand - (a) Objects and Properties; (b) Object Linking and Embedding techniques; and
(c) Software and Hardware Installation; (d) Integrating Software; (e) Security Issues
TEXTBOOKS, SOFTWARE AND SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIAL
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Textbook: LISTED IN BOOKSTORE
Software:
This class is designed for the later versions of Windows. Software - Southeast campus has an
Alliance with Microsoft so you may obtain your own copy of Windows O.S. with your own key for use in
this class – just fill out the form and then print the form sent to you from the alliance --- then take this o
SEC4231 and they will give you a Windows DVD. FYI: Your instructor must submit your name and email address for this alliance to be available to you.
You also will need to have an appropriate word processing program for this class. You need to use
Microsoft Word2007 or above and Adobe reader. This software may be downloaded for free on
Blackboard’s website under the Student Resources tab
Materials: USB flash drive, 256 MB minimum so you can save your coursework
Blackboard Web Site for class see Course Area Information for details on how to access
Helpful Resources: Online resources available on Blackboard course site – you may need to download
and install these free programs on your computer to be able to take full advantage of our supplemental
resources. PowerPoint viewer, Adobe Acrobat Reader, Shockwave, Quicktime and Java Script
TENTATIVE SCHEDULE OF ACTIVITIES / AGENDA
Detailed agenda is listed separately – this is also available in Blackboard.
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TEACHING METHODS
Course content will include presentations, discussions, applicable lab work, and exams. YOUR
GRADE will be posted on TCC’s Student Web-Server next day after your class ended or as soon as
you complete this course
SUBMITTING ASSIGNMENTS
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All coursework is to be submitted through Blackboard’s Assignments area. Specific guidelines
and instructions are located there. All assignments, grades and communications utilize a
secure server.
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Only in the event Blackboard is inaccessible at the time an assignment is due, you may email
the assignment to the instructor.
Submissions are graded as soon as possible, but normally within a week. Scores are
available through the Grade Center area. Report any discrepancies as soon as possible.
Contact the instructor if you are unable to complete work for more than two consecutive
weeks. Students who stop participating in the course and fail to withdraw may receive a
course grade of “F,” which may have financial aid consequences for the student.
TECHNICAL SKILLS AND STUDENT EXPECTATIONS
Technically you should be comfortable:
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Using zip file compression techniques
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Using a word processor: basic text editing, image insertion techniques
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Understanding file management functions: saving, renaming, copying, folder organization, etc.
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Using the Internet: navigating, searching, uploading/downloading, email
Student Expectations for course success:
Reading over course material, viewing available presentations before class
Staying current and NOT falling behind with your coursework
Logging onto Blackboard at least twice a week – access resource materials, submit coursework
Asking for help when you need help via in class or email
EVALUATION TECHNIQUES
Assessments for coursework is comprised of labs, quizzes and discussions.
Evaluation of coursework is based on the standard 10-point grading scale (90-100% = A, etc.).
Semester averages are calculated by accumulating points earned from coursework and
dividing by total points possible.
All coursework must be submitted prior to midnight after the last class day.
COMMUNICATING WITH THE INSTRUCTOR
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TCC students receive a designated “MyTCC” email address. All email communications to you
will be sent to your MyTCC email address. You must use MyTCC email to send email to, and
receive email from, the instructor. These communications are secure and automatically
identify the course ID and section. You may forward your TCC email account to another
account for convenience, but it will forfeit the privacy feature.
Normal response time from the instructor is 24 hours after receiving a student’s email.
DISCUSSION AND EMAIL ETIQUETTE
Students are expected to display tolerance for others’ views in discussions and through
emails. Comments and language should be respectful and appropriate for a college
community.
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COURSE WITHDRAWAL
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Never Attended: ‘WN' grade will be assigned if you do not make contact with your instructor
within the first two weeks of class.
Administrative Withdrawal: ‘AW' grade may be assigned by your instructor if you do not
make contact with your instructor for two consecutive weeks during this class.
Withdrawal: ‘W' grade must be initiated by you. The deadline to withdraw from a course shall
not exceed 3/4 the duration of any class. Contact the Counseling Office at any TCC campus to
initiate withdrawal from a course ('W' grade) or to change from Credit to Audit. Check the TCC
Academic Calendar for deadlines. Students who stop participating in the course and fail to
withdraw may receive a course grade of “F,” which may have financial aid consequences for
the student.
CLASSROOM DISRUPTION POLICY
Not being respectful of others will not be tolerated.
INSTITUTIONAL STATEMENT
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Each student is responsible for being aware of the information contained in the TCC Catalog,
TCC Student Handbook, Student Code of Conduct Policy Handbook, and semester
information listed in the class schedule. All information may be viewed on the TCC website:
www.tulsacc.edu
TRANSFERABILITY
Please visit with the TCC Counseling Center or the Counseling Center at the college or university to
which you plan to transfer to determine transferability status of this course.
ADA POLICY– Students with Disabilities:
STUDENTS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS: Students with documented disabilities are provided academic
accommodations through the disabled Student Resource Center (918-595-7115) or Resource Center
for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (918-595-7428V, 918-595-7434TTY). If any student is in need of
academic accommodations from either office, it is the student’s responsibility to advise the instructor so
an appropriated referral can be made no later than the first week of class. Students may also contact
the disabled Student Services Offices directly at the telephone numbers indicated. ACADEMIC
ACCOMMODATIONS WILL NOT BE PROVIDED UNLESS APPROPRIATEDOCUMENTATION IS
PROVIDED TO THE DISABLED STUDENT SERVICES OFFICES TO SUPPORT THE NEED.
PLAGIARISM POLICY
Plagiarism is claiming, indicating, or implying that the ideas, sentences, or words of another writer are
your own; it includes having another writer do work claimed to be your own, copying the work of
another and presenting it as your own, or following the work of another as a guide to ideas and
expressions that are then presented as your own. The student should review the relevant sections of
the TCC Student Code of Conduct Policy Handbook. Plagiarism will not be tolerated and may result in
dismissal from the course.
ACADEMIC DISHONESTY OR MISCONDUCT
Academic dishonesty or misconduct is not condoned or tolerated at campuses within the Tulsa
Community College system. Academic dishonesty is behavior in which a deliberately fraudulent
misrepresentation is employed in an attempt to gain underserved intellectual credit, either for oneself or
for another. Academic misconduct is behavior that results in intellectual advantage obtained by violating
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specific standards, but without deliberate intent or use of fraudulent means. The student should review
the relevant sections of the TCC Student Code of Conduct Policy Handbook.
COMPUTER SERVICES ACCEPTABLE USE
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Access to computing resources is a privilege granted to all TCC faculty, staff, and students.
Use of TCC computing resources is limited to purposes related to the College’s mission of education,
research, and community service. Student use of technology is governed by the Computer Services
Acceptable Use Statements/Standards found in the TCC Student Policies and Resource Handbook. .
LEARNING SUPPORT SERVICES
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The following services are available at the designated locations on the TCC college campuses to assist
the student in this course:
Metro Campus
Distance Learning, MC129 (595-7143)
Microcomputer Lab, MP200 (595-7146)
Communications/Reading Lab, MC536 (595-7214)
Writing Lab, MC 306 (595-7240)
Learning Resources Center, MC200 (595-7172)
Northeast Campus
Microcomputer Lab, NE A1 (595-7592)
Learning Resources Center, NE1135 (595-7501)
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Southeast Campus
Microcomputer Lab, SE4231 (595-7643)
Communications Center, SE1102 (595-7749)
Learning Resources Center, SE7200 (595-7701)
West Campus
Microcomputer Lab, WCI166 (595-8122)
Reading & Writing Center, WCI116 (595-8063)
Learning Resources Center, WCI266 (595-8010)