SYLLABUS
Course:
Computer Literacy - CSIT-110
Semester: Fall, 2013
Professor:
Dr. Kingsley C. Nwosu
Text Book: New Perspectives on Introductory Computer Concepts 2014
Authors:
Parsons/Oja
Office:
TECH 221 (Technology Building – Bldg 13)
Office Hours: Monday (9:30AM-10:30AM)
Tues. (9:30AM-10:30AM and 2:00PM-3:00PM)
Thurs. (9:30AM-10:30AM)
Fri.(9:30AM-10:30AM)
Phone:
732-255-0400 Ext. 2168
E-mail:
Website:
knwosu@ocean.edu
Course Description:
As a student in this course, you will learn the most important topics in Computer Concepts, including computer
hardware, software, the Internet, e-mail, databases, programming, and much more. No prior computer
experience with these topics is assumed.
You will first be presented with an overview of the text and accompanying Web sites and multimedia elements,
followed by an introduction to Computers and Digital Basics. You will then learn about computer hardware,
software, operating systems, and file management. We’ll then move on to LANs and WLANs, the Internet, the
Web and e-mail, before we move on to look at digital media and the computer industry. We wrap up the course
with more advanced topics, such as information systems, databases, and computer programming. By the close
of this course, you should have a well-rounded understanding of the most important topics in computer
concepts and the IT industry.
Text/Materials:
Text: New Perspectives on Computer Concepts 2014, Comprehensive, Course Technology, 2014.
Software: Windows 7/8 or MAC OS X; and an Internet browser will be used. Information will be provided on
how to use these packages.
Handouts: Additional handouts may be required. Information will be provided on how to obtain this material.
Teaching Methods:
1.
Lectures: Important material from the text and outside sources will be covered in class. Students should
plan to take careful notes as not all material can be found in the texts or readings. Discussion is encouraged
as is student-procured outside material relevant to topics being covered.
2.
Assignments: End of chapter activities and online activities will be assigned weekly to reinforce material
in the text. These assignments may require the application of various software packages.
3.
Quizzes: Occasional unannounced quizzes will be given to help ensure students stay up with assigned
material.
4.
Exams: Seven exams will be given. The exams will be closed book/notes and will test assigned readings
and material discussed in class. Review sheets will be provided prior to the exam day. The final exam will
not be comprehensive in nature. However, the instructor reserves the right to retest on material that was not
appropriately comprehended. These items will be noted on exam review sheets.
5.
Participation: Student participation will be graded by the level of class participation and attendance.
Grading:
Total points will be computed as follows.
Exam #1: 10%
Exam #2: 10%
Exam #3: 10%
Exam #4: 10%
Exam #5: 10%
Exam #6: 10%
Exam #7 (Final) : 10%
Quizzes: 15%
Participation/Assignments: 15%
A
B+
B
C+
C
D
F
>= 90
>= 85
>= 80
>= 75
>= 70
>= 60
>= 0
Course Policies:
Attendance Policy: The College’s absence policy is 10%. If the student has missed more than 1.5 weeks
(10%) or has not submitted the assignments, the student will be denied access to the course. If it is on or
before November 7, 2013, last date to withdraw for Fall 2013 semester, the student will be dropped from
the course with a grade of "W". After November 7, 2013, the student will be dropped from the course
with a grade of "F" (OCC Attendance Policy Adopted August 2008).
Missed Classes: The student is responsible for obtaining material distributed on class days when he/she was absent.
This can be done through contacting a classmate who was present or by contacting the instructor during his office
hours or other times. Missed or late quizzes cannot be made up under any circumstances but with good cause and
adequate notice, an early quiz may be given.
Academic Dishonesty: Plagiarism and cheating are serious offenses and may be punished by failure on exam, paper
or project; failure in course; and or expulsion from the University. For more information refer to the "Academic
Dishonesty" policy in the University Undergraduate Catalog. 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.
Need for Assistance: If you have any condition, such as a physical or learning disability, which will make it
difficult for you to carry out the work as I have outlined it, or which will require academic accommodations, please
notify me as soon as possible.
Internet Support: Check the class Web page for additional information about applications covered, assignments, or
to post a question about this course.
Incomplete Policy: Students will not be given an incomplete grade in the course without sound reason and
documented evidence as described in the Student Handbook. In any case, for a student to receive an incomplete, he
or she must be passing and must have completed a significant portion of the course.
Civility Statement: 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].
Course Outline
Week
1
&
2
Topic
Orientation
Computers and Digital Basics
Material
Orientation Chapter
Chapter 1
Assignment
Student Edition Lab: Binary Numbers;
Interactive Situation Questions
EXAM #1 (Chapter 1)
3
Computer Hardware
4
Computer Hardware
Chapter 2: Sections A
and B
Chapter 2: Sections
C-E
NP Lab: Benchmarking
Interactive Summary A and B
Interactive Summary C, D, & E
Projects: Critical Thinking
EXAM #2 (Chapter 2)
5
Computer Software
Chapter 3
6
Operating Systems and File Management
Chapter 4: Sections A
and B
7
Operating Systems and File Management,
Review
Chapter 4: Sections
C-E, Review
Interactive Situation Questions
NP Lab: Installing & Uninstalling
Software
Student Edition Lab: Maintaining a Hard
Drive
Projects Issue
Interactive Situation Questions
Student Edition Lab: Using Windows
EXAM #3 (Chapters 3 and 4)
8
LANs and WLANs
9
LANs and WLANs
Chapter 5: Sections
A-C
Chapter 5: Sections D
and E
NP Lab: Local Area Networks
Student Edition Lab: Networking Basics,
Projects: Globalization
EXAM #4 (Chapter 5)
10
The Internet
11
The Internet
Chapter 6: Sections
A-C
Chapter 6: Sections D
and E
Interactive Summary A, B, & C
Projects: Issue
Student Edition Lab: Protecting Your
Privacy Online
EXAM #5 (Chapter 6)
12
The Web and E-mail
13
The Web and E-mail
Chapter 7: Sections A
and B
Chapter 7: Sections
C-E
Projects Group Project
Interactive Practice Test
Student Edition Lab: Creating Web Pages
Student Edition Lab: E-commerce
EXAM #6 (Chapter 7)
14
Digital Media
15
Digital Media, Review
Chapter 8: Sections
A-D
Chapter 8: Section E,
Review
EXAM #7 (Chapter 8)
NP Lab: Working with Bitmap Graphics
Projects: Globalization
Interactive Summary (all)