Course Overview CIS 110 ONLN, ONLN2 & ONLN8
Computer Information Systems for Management (3 Credits)
Fall 2015 - Marie Hartlein
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course introduces non-computer science majors to the fundamentals of computer
hardware, software and their integration into management information systems. Software
covered in this course will include Microsoft Office 2013 (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint)
and Windows. Additional topics include types of computers and their uses, the evaluation
of computer hardware, using the Internet, networking, software integration and
miscellaneous computer related topics. This course meets General Education Core Goal
2: Analytic Skills; Core Goal 4: Computer Fluency; and Core Goal 5: Information Literacy.
Graduation credit will not be awarded for both CIS110 and CIS 155.
Training will consist of on-line lectures/demonstrations, group discussions, step-by-step lab
exercises from the textbook, SAM 2013 software training, weekly homework projects and
the completion of student projects. A significant amount of self-study will be required in
this course.
In order to successfully complete this course, you must purchase the full
textbook package and have Office 2013 (a Windows based software package) installed on
your computer.
TEXTBOOK BUNDLE:
The bookstore offers a very competitive price for our textbook bundle, therefore, I strongly
recommend that you purchase at the MCCC bookstore. http://mc3central.bncollege.com/
You will need all components and you will not find this package elsewhere.
Textbooks Publisher: Cengage Learning
ISBN for Bundle
All textbook components are
included in bundle:

New Perspectives on Microsoft Office 2013 First
Course, Enhanced Edition – ISBN: 9781305409002

New Perspectives - Computer Concepts 2016,
Introductory, 16th Edition -ISBN: 9781305387751
9781305785243

SAM 2013 Assessment, Training, and Projects Printed
Access Code – ISBN: 9781285427492
Cost at MCCC
Bookstore:

DVD Video Companion NP MS Office 2013, 2nd
Edition – ISBN: 9781111969684
$165.60

Windows 7 Supplement - Intro to Windows 7 & File
Management Chapters from Office 2010 NP Textbook –
ISBN: 9780538746021
Package ISBN Number -
If you are repeating this course from another semester, you can re-use your textbooks provided that
you have a valid, working SAM code and the Office textbook version is Office 2013. The Concepts
textbook has a new layout, but I will post corresponding topics so you can avoid a new textbook
purchase. You may need a few minor adjustments, but it should be manageable.
SOFTWARE and HARDWARE:
In order to successfully complete the course, you will need to the following software:
 Microsoft Office 2013 – free to students (Office 2011 for MAC is NOT equivalent)
 Windows 7 or Windows 8 or Windows 10 (free to students)
 SAM 2013 (included with textbook bundle)
 At least two web browsers such as Firefox (preferred for using SAM2013), Internet
Explorer or Chrome. Browser software can be downloaded for free via the Internet.
In order to run Office 2013, you will need Windows 7 or higher Operating System.
There is no charge to MCCC students to use Office 2013 for academic purposes.
Directions for the free download are posted Blackboard and also available through the
MCCC portal at https://kb.mc3.edu/article.php?id=499 (login required).
Since Office 2013 is Windows based and SAM 2013 runs best on Windows based system,
it is better to complete the course using a PC rather than a MAC. However, students can
complete the course on a MAC if you use a dual boot setup or a virtual machine. Windows
is also available as a free download. Refer to Start Here First section for more information.
LEARNING GOALS
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
1. Identify and analyze the resources of a computer system including hardware,
software, data and personnel, as used by individuals and in organizations. (Core
Goal 4.1 and 2.1, 2.2, 2.3 and 2.4)
2. Demonstrate the ability to use operating system features to manage applications,
the file system and configuration changes.
3. Apply application software (word processing, spreadsheet, database and
presentation) and the Internet to solve business related problems. (Core Goal
4.2, 4.3, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3 2.4, 5.1, and 5.2)
4. Examine ethical and privacy issues surrounding the use of computers and
management information systems. (Core Goal 4.4 and 5.3-5.4)
5. Explain the need to coordinate managerial, financial, personnel, and equipment
resources to produce effective information management. (Core Goal 5.5)
COMMUNICATIONS
Office Location:
Telephone:
e-mail:
Second floor of the Advanced Technology Center – ATC 209
215-641-6315
mhartlein@mc3.edu or mhartlei@mc3.edu
Office Hours:
Wednesday
9:15 a.m. – 12:15 a.m. (ATC 209)
Other times and days by appointment. Discussion group and e-mail are available 24
hours per day. I normally check e-mail at least one time per day Monday through Friday. I
am teaching several sections of this course so please specify your section when asking a
question via e-mail. If you want to speak with me in person, it is best to call my office
during a time listed above. E-mail request received at 5 pm, will be answered the next
business day. Therefore, questions sent on the night of the project due date will not be
answered until the next morning. Do not wait until the due date to start your work!
MEETING TIMES / LOCATION
This is an asynchronous class which will allow you flexibility within the weekly framework
to study and complete assignments at times convenient for you.
Weekly lectures,
demonstrations, discussions, and assignments will be posted in the Course Materials area
of Blackboard. Blackboard can be access through the link on the MCCC Portal page or
directly at http://courses.mc3.edu Your MCCC user id and password will be required.
Every Monday, you should check the content posted in the Course Materials folder for the
current week. The first posting will outline the required assignments for the week, point
values and due dates. Use this posting to plan your time schedule for the week and a
checklist of the assignments that are due. Students who have less than 30 lab points
accrued by the end of Week 2, will be reported as a “No Show” for the course.
The Help Forum discussion group will be available to you 24/7 for the purpose of
interacting with the class and the instructor (posting questions, answers, helpful hints,
etc.). Private communication will be available through e-mail, phone, and/or office visits.
There will be one exam which will be administered at the Central or West campus. You
will be able to take this exam any time the testing center is open during the scheduled test
dates. You must reserve a time slot prior to taking the exam. Administrative details will
also be posted 2 weeks preceding the exam and at that time, you can designate your
Testing location. You will need to provide a USB drive for the exam. For grading and
posting purposes, this assignment is referred to as the Midterm Exam, but it is actually
taken about 2 weeks after the mid-point of the course. I recommend that you plan to take
the exam early in the testing timeframe so you can reschedule in case you have a problem.
The Final exam is a project that is completed at home.
WEEKLY ASSIGNMENTS and LATE ASSIGNMENTS
Every student must complete the assignments posted in the Course Materials folder by
the due date posted for that week. Assignments are posted by Sunday and are due at
one minute before midnight (11:59 pm) on the date specified (generally the following
Monday or Wednesday). Each lab is graded on a scale of 5-40 points depending on the
level of complexity. Point values, assignment requirements and submission instructions
will be included with the assignment posting. Assignments and quizzes must be submitted
on time and via Blackboard / SAM (not e-mail) to receive full credit. I strongly recommend
that you complete and submit homework at least one day in advance of the due date.
This way, you will have some flexibility if you have a technical problem or need support.
I understand that things in life happen - illness, technical issues, you forgot
etc. Therefore, I will leave most Blackboard assignment and quiz links open for one week
past the due date.
If you submit an assignment past the due date, expect a 20% point
grade reduction (i.e. -2 on a 10 point lab, -4 on a 20 point lab etc.) and a substantial grading
delay. I grade late assignments as time permits so it may be several weeks later. After
an assignment is past due for more than one week, the link to submit the assignment will
be removed and the assignment can no longer be submitted for a grade.
Exceptions: The Midterm Exam, SAM 2013 assignments and discussions must
be submitted by the due date or you will not get credit. There are reasons for each.
 SAM 2013 software requires a manual grade transfer to Blackboard.
 The Midterm Exam requires a lot of coordination with the Testing Center.
 Discussions are meant to be collaborative in nature. There is no sense
making a contribution if no one is listening.
GRADING:
Grading Category
% of Total Grade
Midterm Exam
20%
Final Exam (Final project completed at home)
20%
Weekly Assignments – Projects, SAM work, Quizzes & Discussions
60%
Additional details on MCCC Comprehensive Grading Policy can be found at:
http://www.mc3.edu/about-us/pokicies/8582
MCCC utilizes a plus/minus grading system. In this course, your final grade will be reported
as follows:
Grade
A
AB+
B
BC+
C
D
F
Percentage
93 – 100
90 – 92
87 – 89
83 – 86
80 – 82
77 – 79
70 - 76
60 – 69
< 60
Quality Points
4.00
3.67
3.33
3.00
2.67
2.33
2.00
1.00
0.00
ASSIGNMENT EXPECTATIONS
By attending MCCC, students accept our Academic Code of Ethics and agree as follows:
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Students must do all of their own work.
Students must not cheat.
Students will not re-use work from a previous course without permission.
Students must not help others to cheat (if you share your work, you are equally guilty)
I periodically look at file properties to determine if work is completed under the correct user name
and assignment dates. Any deviations from using a computer under your id or unusual
timeframes should be reported when you submit your homework. Also, SAM uses sharing
detection. If you copy work from another file (even if it is your own file) or submit a file that
contains work from another student, I will receive a notification of the violation.
If you submit work which is not your own or give your work to someone else to submit, you will
receive a 0 for the assignment. If the offense occurs more than one time, you will receive an XF
for the course and could receive additional sanctions by the College. More details on this policy
and all College Policies and Support Services can be found at the end of this document.
INSTRUCTOR ADVICE
MCCC also offers a wealth of other Student Services including assistance with resume writing, job
placement, transfer guidance and counseling. There is also an inter-campus shuttle, a Learning
Resource Center, Childcare facilities and open computer labs. This is just a short list of what is
available. Be sure to explore the MCCC web site for a more complete list and more details. We
also have several sports teams and a wide variety of Student Clubs. I strongly encourage you to
get involved in campus life!
Plan to spend a lot of time at a computer working on your assignments. It is a fact of life:
Assignments are due when computers break down. Plan accordingly! Don't wait until the last
minute to get your work done.
WITHDRAWAL:
Withdrawal is allowed up until 11/2/15 (without my signature) and up until 11/19/15 (with my
signature).
I will only consider a withdrawal with signature for active class participants with a
strong justification for exceeding the deadline.
After 11/19/2015, an Excused Withdrawal (“WEX”) due to medical, catastrophic or other
circumstances beyond the student’s control must be requested through the STEM
Division Dean with supporting documentation. A review of documentation for an Excused
Withdrawal will occur by the Division Dean and a recommendation will be provided to the
Provost’s Office.
REGISTRATION CALENDAR – SELECTED KEY DATES
2015/FA Start and End Dates (including finals – 15 week session)
9/02/15-12/21/15
Last day for Complete Refund
15 week session (start date 9/2/15)
9/1/15
Add/Drop (Late Fee Applies)
15 week session (start date 9/2/15)
9/2/15
Labor Day – No On Campus Classes or Services
9/7/2015
Last day for 100% Tuition Refund Less Fees
15 week session (start date 9/2/15)
9/8/15
Last day for 50% Tuition Refund Less Fees
15 week session (start date 9/2/15)
9/15/15
Last day for 25% Tuition Refund Less Fees
15 week session (start date 9/2/15)
9/22/15
Last Day to Drop – No grade on transcript
15 week session (start date 9/2/15)
9/22/15
Withdraw Begins
15 week session (start date 9/2/15)
9/23/15
Thanksgiving Break – No On Campus Classes – Services will be
modified. Check in advance if needed. Workload for online class
will be reduced.
11/25/15-11/29/15
Withdraw Without Faculty Signature Ends
15 week session (start date 9/2/15)
11/2/15
Withdraw With Faculty Signature Begins (60%)
15 week session (start date 9/2/15)
11/3/15
Withdraw With Faculty Signature Ends (75%)
15 week session (start date 9/2/15)
11/19/15
Excused Withdrawal Only (WEX) Begins
15 week session (start date 9/2/15)
Last Day of Fall Semester Classes
Final Exams Begin
11/20/15
12/14/2015
12/16/2015
Grades Due by Faculty – 11:59 p.m.
15 week session (start date 9/2/15)
12/22/15
Link to full registration calendar: http://www.mc3.edu/adm-fin-aid/deadlines
CIS110 ONLN3 / ONLN4 / ONLN5 - Course Outline (subject to change)
Each week will have a corresponding Assignments checklist which is posted in the ‘Course
Materials’ section of Blackboard. The syllabus will give you an overview of the topic and
textbook reading, but you need to check the corresponding ‘Assignments’ posting each
week for additional detail on the assignments, specific requirement and due dates.
Week
Starting
Class Topic
Windows and Operating Systems
1
9/2 – 9/6
This is a
short week
2
9/7 – 9/13
Class Overview, Setup and Orientation
 Get familiar with the course interface and each other
 Verify that Office 2013 is installed on your computer – obtain the
software if necessary.
 Be sure to purchase the textbook!
 Complete all tasks under the Assignment checklist for Week 1 –
Future weeks will assume that you are following the Weekly
assignment checklist and reading associated textbook material.
 Do NOT attempt to create your SAM 2013 account until instructions
are provided!
 Read pages 2-13 in the Concepts 2016 textbook.
With the exception of the last bullet, all tasks for Week 1 can be
completed without the textbook!
 Complete remaining Course Setup Tasks
 OFFICE: Exploring the Basics of Microsoft Windows 8
 OFFICE: Windows 8 – Navigating Files
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3
9/14 – 9/20
4
Textbook Reading:
OFFICE: Essential Computing Concepts – ECC1 – ECC 27
CONCEPTS: Social Media (Unit 5)
Reminder: The Help Forum should be used to post questions and
offer assistance related to questions from classmates.
Presentation Software
OFFICE: PowerPoint Tutorials 1 & 2 – Creating a Presentation and Adding
Media and Special Effects
OFFICE: Introduction to Cloud Computing – Appendix A
Word Processing
OFFICE: Word Tutorials 1 – 2 - Editing and Formatting
OFFICE: Internet Basics and Searching
9/21 – 9/27
Textbook Reading:
 CONCEPTS: Digital Content (Unit 1)
5
OFFICE: Word Tutorials 3 - 4 - Tables, Multiple-Page Report and
Enhancing Page Layout and Design
9/28 – 10/4
6
10/5 – 10/11
7
Database and Digital Basics
OFFICE: Access 2013 – Tutorial 1 – Creating a Database
OFFICE: Access 2013 – Tutorial 2 - Building a Database and Defining
Table Relationships
Design a Database
OFFICE: Access 2013 – Tutorial 3 – Maintaining and Querying a Database
Start Address Book
10/12 –
10/18
8
CONCEPTS: Digital Devices (Computer Hardware) (Unit 2)
OFFICE: Access 2013 – Tutorial 4 – Creating Forms and Reports
10/19 –
10/25
9
CONCEPTS: Computer Software (Unit 6)
Schedule midterm exam at the West or Central Campus Testing Center
Finish Access Projects
10/26 – 11/1
10
CONCEPTS: Networks (Unit 3)
Midterm Exam
Exam can be scheduled at the Central or West Campus Testing Center
during these dates (Testing Center is closed on Sunday)
Spreadsheets and Putting It All Together
OFFICE: Excel Tutorial 1 - Getting Started with Excel
OFFICE: Excel Tutorial 2 - Formatting Workbook Text and Data
Review and start Final Project
OFFICE: Excel Tutorial 3 - Calculating Data with Formulas and Functions
OFFICE: Excel Tutorial 4 - Analyzing and Charting Financial Data
You will submit all 4 Excel Tutorials for grading after completion
11/2 – 11/8
11
11/9 – 11/15
12
11/16 –
11/22
13
11/23 –
11/29
14
11/30 – 12/6
15
12/7 – 12/13
Final Project
12/20/2015
Loan Amortization
Computer Hardware - PC Purchase Analysis
Careers Database
OFFICE: Integrating Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint
Excel Budget
Privacy, Ethics, Sustainability and Social Responsibility
CONCEPTS: The Web (Unit 4) and Digital Security (Unit 7)
Course End Date is 12/14
Finish and submit Final Exam Project. Final projects must be submitted by
Sunday 12/20/2015 – no late submission are accepted for the final project.
Useful Links:
Direct link to class Blackboard site- https://courses.mc3.edu/webapps/login/
SAM Training and Assessment --http://sam.cengage.com
Concepts refers to content in the Computer Concepts 2013 textbook
Office refers to content in the Microsoft Office 2013 First Course textbook.
College Policies and Support:
Academic Support/Tutorial Services: Free subject-area tutoring, academic workshops, and study
skills specialists are available at Central Campus in College Hall 180, across from the Cafeteria and
at West Campus inside the Library at South Hall 159. Tutorial Services helps students develop
learning strategies based on their unique learning styles with the goal of creating successful students
and independent learners. Contact us at: 215-641-6452 (Central Campus), 610-718-1945 (West
Campus) or log into the portal and find us online at: http://www.mc3.edu/student-resources/tutoring
Disabilities Statement: Students with disabilities may be eligible for reasonable accommodations in
this course. Please contact the Disability Services Center in College Hall 225 at 215-641-6575 to
make an appointment to learn about eligibility and documentation guidelines. At the West Campus,
contact the Coordinator of Disability Services in South Hall 147 (Student Success Center) at 610-7181853. http://www.mc3.edu/student-resources/disability-services
Early Alert Initiative Statement: As part of our commitment to promote the academic success of all of
our students, the College utilizes an Early Alert system. Faculty may alert Academic Advisors about
issues related to student absence and /or academic difficulty, if they are not resolved through
discussion between the faculty and student. Please respond promptly to any Early Alert notification
you receive through email, phone or mail, as your Academic Advisor hopes to offer you assistance in
resolving these issues.
Student Academic Code of Ethics: The College provides an environment that fosters critical thinking
and judgment. Students adhere to an Academic Code of Ethics by refraining from participation in acts
of academic dishonesty http://www.mc3.edu/aboutus/policies/aa-3/ethics.aspx
Student Code of Conduct: The purpose of the Student Code of Conduct is to guide students to
understand their responsibilities in regard to appropriate behavior and respect for others in the
college community. The policy addresses classroom disruptions and removal from the classroom for
behavioral issues. It also provides the standards for ensuring the College provides due process to
students through the judicial process. The policy and procedure is found
at http://www.mc3.edu/about-us/policies/125
Social Media: All students are expected to comply with the Social Media Procedures and Related
College Polices described in the College’s Social Media Handbook located on the College website at
https://mymccc.mc3.edu/allcampusresources/marketing/social-hb/Pages/policies.aspx
Student Support and Referral Team (SSRT): The Student Support and Referral Team is aware that
students face many challenges in and out of the classroom. SSRT is a free, confidential referral
service available to all students. It involves a support team of counselors, faculty and staff who assist
students dealing with issues such as emotional distress, stress, anxiety, eating disorders, abuse,
depression, grief, potential violence and substance abuse. SSRT works to connect students with
College and community resources and caring professionals. If students recognize they have
concerns, they may contact SSRT directly for assistance, either by sending an email to a secure,
confidential address, StudentReferral@mc3.edu, or by visiting the Student Success Center located in
College Hall at the Blue Bell Campus or South Hall at the Pottstown Campus.
Grade Appeal: In the interest of due process, the College provides an appeal process for a student
who believes that a recorded final grade does not accurately reflect his/her academic performance in
a course due to issuance of an arbitrary grade, inconsistent grading practice, or mechanical error.
The policy and procedure is found at http://mc3.edu/component/content/article/89-aboutus/policies/aa-3/8581-grade-appeal-fall-2014
Veterans Statement: Student veterans may be eligible for benefits and services related to military
service http://www.mc3.edu/campusLife/student-resources/veterans. At Central Campus, contact
George Pannebaker, the Military and Veterans Affairs Advisor, in College Hall Room 259, call 215619-7307 or e-mail veterans@mc3.edu to learn about education benefits and healthcare entitlements.
Students at the West Campus call 215-619-7307 or e-mail veterans@mc3.edu for further information
or to arrange a meeting with the advisor.
Emergency Closing/Class Cancellations: Notices posted on MCCC homepage
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http://www.mc3.edu/txt/
Anti-Discrimination Statement: The College is committed to equal access for all in this and every
other course offered, regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), ancestry, national
origin, age (40 or older), sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran’s status, marital status, or
disability . Additionally, students experiencing gender discrimination, or sexual misconduct of any
kind, should know that the College is committed to providing a safe environment in which to learn and
will protect your access to educational opportunities on campus. Confidential resources and several
policies and procedures are available to assist you if you are experiencing any form of discrimination
based on gender. These are all posted on our web page on sexual misconduct.
http://www.mc3.edu/about-us/misconduct.
Comprehensive Grading Policy: Students are expected to review, understand, and follow the
College’s Comprehensive Grading Policy and associated procedures which include the Grading
System, Attendance, Administrative Deregistration, Academic Progression, Course Repetition,
Course Withdrawal, Incomplete Grades, Audit, and Academic Dishonesty.
 Students are encouraged to consult with their instructor and/or an academic advisor when
initiating a Course Withdrawal. The instructor’s permission must be requested and received if
requesting a withdrawal after 60% and before 75% of the course is completed. After 75% of the
course is completed, students may apply for an Excused Withdrawal due to medical, catastrophic,
or other circumstances beyond the student’s control. Specific dates of deadlines for this semester
can be found at http://www.mc3.edu/adm-fin-aid/deadlines
 The policy, including the full Course Withdrawal procedure, is found at
http://mc3.edu/component/content/article/89-about-us/policies/aa-3/8582-grade-fall-2014
Credit Hour: The purpose of this policy is to provide documentation regarding the College’s procedure
for determining credit hours awarded for seated, online, hybrid and other formats pertaining to its
programs and coursework as outlined by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The
College defines one semester unit of credit as equal to a minimum of three hours of work per week
for a semester. A credit hour equals 1 hour (55 minutes) of classroom or direct faculty instruction and
a minimum of 2 hours of out-of-class work each week. This policy is found at
http://www.mc3.edu/about-us/policies/8580
Transfer Credit: The College evaluates and awards academic credit for appropriate prior learning that
is equivalent to its courses and learning outcomes in order to assist students in the achievement of
their educational goals. Credit may be received from transfer credit, nationally recognized
examination, prior learning experiences, industry certifications, and reverse transfer. Academic
transcripts are evaluated based upon the procedures established in this policy and through the
guidance provided by the academic disciplines. This policy is found at http://www.mc3.edu/aboutus/policies/8504
Welcome to the course!