CENTRAL MAINE COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Introduction to Computer Applications
BCA 120-03; FALL 2011
Instructor: Mrs. Linda Cameron
Cell Phone: 207-446-5232
E-Mail: LCAMERON@CMCC.EDU
Course Description
This is an introductory course that is structured to familiarize the student with the use of a computer as a tool for
business and industry. Taking a hands-on approach, students will become skilled in the use of the Windows operating
system, and Microsoft Office 2010. These competencies include the operations of word processing, spreadsheet,
database, and presentation software. All learning will be in a lab environment where students will directly apply
instructions using individual computers.
Prerequisites:
Basic Mouse and Keyboarding Skills
Course Specifications
Credit hours assigned to the course……………………………………………………………………………………….3
Projected lab, clinical or shop hours……………………………………………………………………………………….0
Estimated hours required for outside work (reading, research, etc.)…………………………………..90
Total hours scheduled for class meetings…………………………………………………………………………….45
Total estimated hours of student effort……………………………………………………………………………..135
Credit hours assigned to the course……………………………………………………………………………………….3
Texts, Tools & Supplies
Required storage device: USB Flash Drive
Book: Microsoft Office 2010; Introductory; Shelly Cashman & Vermaat; Course Technology
ISBN -10: 1-4390-7840-8
Office Hours: By Appointment
Disability Access Statement: If you are a student with a documented disability and plan to request an academic or
other accommodation, you must register as soon as possible with the Central Maine Community College Disabilities
Coordinator, Ms. Laura Rifkin. Visit the Coordinator’s office, or call for an appointment 755-5277.
Affirmative Action Statement: Central Maine Community College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action institution
and employer.
Ethical Behavior Statement: Central Maine Community College requires all students to adhere to high standards of
integrity in their academic work. Activities such as cheating on exams and the plagiarizing the intellectual work of others
are not acceptable and will be subject to severe disciplinary actions up to and including dismissal.
Course Objectives: After completing this course, the student will be able to:
1. Identify the parts (hardware) of the computer.
2. Understand Windows and manipulate windows.
3. Manipulate files and folders in a Windows environment.
4. Create and format a document in MS Word 2010.
5. Insert bullets, numbers, and symbols in MS Word 2010.
6. Add borders and shading to text in MS Word 2010.
7. Copy, cut, and paste text within all software programs.
8. Manipulate margins, page orientation, and views within all software programs.
9. Utilize WordArt, Clip Art, and the Drawing toolbar within Word 2010.
10. Save and Open files within all software programs.
11. Identify key components of each software program’s user interface.
BCA 120-03 Syllabus
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Design a basic spreadsheet using MS Excel 2010.
Copy formulas, use various number styles, and formatting techniques in MS Excel 2010.
Hide and unhide columns and rows; move and copy cells within MS Excel 2010.
Format font, size, and color of text in MS Word and Excel 2010.
Utilize various statistical formulas within a spreadsheet.
Create Charts within Excel 2010.
Create a field, record, and table in MS Access 2010.
Manipulate tables by adding, deleting, and sorting records.
Create relationships between two tables.
Create forms and reports within Access 2010 utilizing the Wizard functions.
Query tables for specific information.
Create a professional presentation utilizing MS PowerPoint 2010.
COURSE REQUIREMENTS
Students will be required to:
1. Prepare for each session, take notes, cooperate in the teaching/learning process, and complete assignments.
2. Read textbook assignments as scheduled
3. Complete in-class assignments
4. Complete exams, quizzes, and homework assignments on time
If a class is missed, it is the responsibility of the student to contact the instructor, and complete, and submit
assignments to the instructor by the next class session. If the assignments are not handed in by the next class session,
a zero will be recorded for the assignment. There will be no make ups for examinations unless
approved in advance by the instructor. Only one make up exam per student, per semester is
allowed.
Student Evaluation & Grading
Exams ............................................................ 55 Points
End-of-Chapter Homework ........................... 20 Points
On-Line Quizzes............................................. 20 Points
Attitude/Participation ................................... 5 Points
Total .............................................................. 100 Points
Attendance: Attendance is a criterion for your grade and is very important. We cover an abundance of
material in class and your success depends to a great extent on your attending every class and on your being
prepared for class. The decision to not attend class rest entirely with you, the student. If a class is missed,
the student is:
 Responsible for all material covered in class
 Expected to be familiar with the material covered in the missed class and therefore able to follow the
material covered in subsequent classes that build on the material covered in the missed class
 Expected to turn in the homework due on the date of the missed class, on time. Being absent from
class does not eliminate the need to complete and turn in homework on the assigned due date
There are no “excused” absences. Not attending a class for any reason will be recorded as an absence.
Attendance is taken each class; each student’s attendance record becomes part of the official academic
record.
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Arriving to class on time and remaining in class for the entire class is also necessary for an optimal learning
experience. Students may incur point penalties for consistent late arrivals and/or leaving class prior to the
completion of the class. Penalty assessments are at the discretion of the instructor and are deducted from
the final grade at the end of the semester. A maximum of 5 points will be deducted. Consistent and repeated
late arrivals/early departures from class may be considered inappropriate/disruptive conduct, and may be
referred to the CMCC disciplinary staff for disposition.
Use of Cell Phones in Class:
Cell phones are not to be used in class and texting in class is not permitted. The
Instructor reserves the right to confiscate a phone for the duration of the class if phone use continues after one warning.
Children in Class:
Children are not permitted in the classroom.
Grade Reporting
Letter
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B
BC+
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F
BCA 120-03 Syllabus
Numerical
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90-94
88-89
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68-69
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COURSE CONTENT/OUTLINE
CLASS DATE
Friday
September 2
Friday
September 9
Friday
September
16
TOPICS DISCUSSED
CLASS
DATE
TOPICS DISCUSSED
Course Review & Introduction to
Windows
 Review Syllabus, Policies, &
Course Requirements
 CmConnect
 Computers, Devices, Software
 Mouse Functions
 Windows
 My Computer; adding & deleting
folders
 Saving Documents & Creating
Folders
Microsoft Word Chapter 1; Creating &
Editing a Word Document
 Entering & Formatting Text
 Ribbon Functions
 File Button; save and print
 Changing Theme Colors
 Inserting Digital Pictures
 Formatting a Picture
 Correcting errors & revising a
document
 Add a Page Border
 Printing The Document
Friday
October 28
Excel Exam
Friday
November 4
Microsoft Word Chapter 2; Creating a
Research Paper
 Characteristics of MLA Style
 Adjusting Line Spacing
 Using and Editing Headers &
Footers
 Insert Page Numbers in a
Header
 Modifying a Style
 Adding Citations
 Using Citation Placeholders
 Footnotes; adding footnotes &
text styles
 Editing a Source & a Citation
 Creating Works-Cited Page
 Creating & Modifying a
Bibliographical List
 Inserting a Manual Page Break
 Cut, copy & paste text
 Modify Paragraph Indentation
Friday
November
11
Microsoft Access Chapter 1; Creating & Using a
Database
 Designing & Creating a Database
 Naming Tables & Fields
 Determining The Primary Key
 Determining Data Types
 Saving a Database
 Creating a Table
 Changing the Primary Key
 Adding Records to a Table
 Create & Use a Query
 Modifying a Report in Layout View
 Creating a Report & Using Forms
No Class-Veteran’s Day Holiday
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Friday
September
23
Friday
September
30
Friday
October 7
Friday
October 14
Friday
October 21
Microsoft Word Chapter 3; Creating a
Business Letter With a Letterhead
 Changing Margins
 Insert & Format Clip Art
 Set & Use Tab Stops
 Change Text Wrapping
 Create & Insert Building Blocks
 Inserting Tables & Indent
Paragraphs
 Apply a Quick Style
 Add a border to a Paragraph
 Inserting a Symbol
Word Exam
Microsoft Excel Chapter 1; Creating
Worksheets & Embedded Charts
 Enter Text & Numbers
 Sum a Range of Cells
 Copy Cell Contents
 Save a Workbook
 Format Cells
 Creating Charts
 Save & Print Worksheets &
Workbooks
 Using Auto-calculate
Microsoft Excel Chapter 2; Formulas,
Functions & Formatting
 Entering Formulas
 Using The Average, MAX & MIN
Functions
 Using Conditional Formatting
 Change Column Width & Height
 Setting Margins, Headers &
Footers
 Apply date format
 Printing Worksheets
 Renaming Worksheets
Microsoft Excel Chapter 3; What-If
Analysis & Charting
 Rotating Text in a Cell
 Creating a Series of Month
Names
 Copy, Paste, Insert, & Delete
Cells
 Formatting Numbers
 Showing & Formatting Dates
 Using Absolute Cell References
 Using the IF Function
 Using the Format Painter
 Creating charts on Separate
Worksheets
 Formatting Worksheets
 Answering What-If Question
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Friday
November
18
Microsoft Access Chapter 2; Querying a Database
 Create Queries Using Design View
 Using Fields in the Design Grid
 Using Criteria & Parameters
 Saving the Query
 Sorting Data in a Query
 Joining Tables
 Creating a Report From a Query
 Performing Calculations in Queries
 Calculating Statistics in a Query
 Export Data to Another Application
Friday
November
25
Friday
December 2
No Class – Thanksgiving Holiday Recess
On-line Exam starts this class
Friday
December 9
Friday
December
16
Microsoft Powerpoint Chapter 1; Creating &Editing
a Presentation
 Selecting a Theme
 Creating Title & Text Slides with Bulleted
Lists
 Adding new slides & changing slide layouts
 Inserting clips & pictures into a slide
 Move and size clip art
 Formatting text
 Duplicating & arranging slides
 Selecting slide transitions
Microsoft Powerpoint Chapter 2, Enhancing a
Presentation; & Powerpoint Chapter 3, Reusing a
Presentation & Adding Media
 Inserting a picture to create a background
 Insert, size, & format a shape
 Changing Slide Layouts
 Formatting pictures
 Using Word Art
 Coloring a picture
 Deleting & Moving a Placeholder
 Aligning text
 Copying a slide element to another slide
 Inserting video and audio
Powerpoint Exam
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HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENTS & DUE DATES
DATE
ASSIGNED
September 2
September 9
ASSIGNMENT(S)
1.
2.
3.
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3.
September 16
1.
2.
3.
September 23
1.
2.
3.
September 30
(Word Exam)
October 7
October 14
October 21
October 28
(Excel Exam)
November 4
November 18
November 18
December 2
BCA 120-03 Syllabus
4.
1.
Review Windows chapter
Review Word Chapter 1 Chapter
Complete Windows On-Line Quiz
Review Word Chapter 2
Complete Word Chapter 1 On-Line Quiz
Complete Word Chapter 1, In-The-Lab 2, Photo Contest Flyer; Page WD60
Use “Wind Power” picture on Cm-Connect
Review Word Chapter 3
Complete Word Chapter 2 On-Line Quiz
Complete Word Chapter 2, In-The-Lab 2, MLA Paper “Farming on a Whole
New Level”; Page WD132
Complete Word Chapter 3 On-Line Quiz
Complete Word Chapter 3, Apply-Your-Knowledge; Working With Tabs &
a Table; Page WD191; Use Word document “Projected College Expenses
Draft” on Cm-Connect
Complete Word Chapter 3, In-The-Lab 2, ‘Jonner Public Library’ letter,
page WD196
Prepare for Word Exam
Review Excel Chapter 1
DUE DATE FOR
ASSIGNMENT(S)
September 9
September 16
September 23
September 30
October 7
1. Complete Excel Chapter 1 On-Line Quiz
2. Complete Excel Chapter 1 In-the-Lab 1, ‘Healthy Body Shop Annual
Revenue Analysis’; Page EX58
3. Review Excel Chapter 2
1. Complete Excel Chapter 2 On-Line Quiz
2. Complete Excel Chapter 2, In-The-Lab 3, ‘Sock It Away Stock Club’; Page
EX 132
3. Review Excel Chapter 3
1. Complete Excel Chapter 3 On-Line Quiz
2. Complete Excel Chapter 3 In-The-Lab 1, ‘Six Year Financial Projections’;
Page EX 209
3. Prepare for Excel Exam
1. Review Access Chapter 1
October 14
1. Complete Access Chapter 1 On-Line Quiz
2. Complete Access Chapter 1, In-The-Lab 1, ‘Eco Clothesline Database’;
Page AC66
3. Review Access Chapter 2
1. Complete Access Chapter 2 On-Line Quiz
2. Complete Access Chapter 2, In-The-Line 2, ‘Querying Eco Clothesline
Database’; Page AC132
3. Review Powerpoint Chapter 1
1. Complete Access Exam On-Line
1. Complete Powerpoint Chapter 1 On-Line Quiz
2. Complete Powerpoint Chapter 1 In-The-Lab 2, ‘Vitamin D Presentation’;
Page PPT61
November 18
October 21
October 28
November 4
December 2
November 30
December 9
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