CIS 101-4
JOHN A. LOGAN COLLEGE
INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTERS
L. Patrick – SP 05
3 cr. (2-2)
COURSE DESCRIPTION :
This course provides an overview of the computing field and its typical applications.
Key terminology and components of computer hardware, application software, and system software (including operating systems) are covered along with the development and management of information systems. Other topics include computer career opportunities, various networks (including the Internet), and World Wide Web technologies. This course also provides students with training in the use of business productivity software, including word processing, database management, spreadsheet, and presentation graphics along with Web browser software.
PREREQUISITES : None
COURSE OBJECTIVES :
At the completion of the course, the student will be able to:
1. Recognize importance of computer literacy.
2. Utilize computers and the Internet effectively and understand the issues associated with their use.
3. Describe the capabilities of today’s computers and explain how various hardware components work.
4. Explain the different software categories and what each can do.
5. Identify various computer files and describe how to keep them organized and protected.
6. Compare the characteristics of various networks.
7. Describe the technologies that power the Web.
8. Outline the development of today’s computer technology.
9. Identify computer professional career opportunities.
10. Describe how information systems enhance organizational activities and how information systems are developed, implemented, and maintained.
11. Explain the basics of computer programming.
12. Compare the capabilities of large-scale computing systems to personal computers.
13. Access and display Web pages using Web browser software.
14. Locate information on the Web by using search engines.
15. Create and edit text documents using word processing software.
16. Analyze data, perform calculations, and create charts using spreadsheet software.
17. Arrange and analyze data using database software.
18. Develop slides for visual presentations using presentation graphics software.
COURSE OUTLINE :
2003
Chapter 1 – Introduction to Computers
Chapter 2 – Internet and the World Wide Web
Chapter 3 – Application Software
Chapter 4 – Components of a Computer System
Chapter 5 – Input and Output
Chapter 6 – Storage
Chapter 7 – Operating Systems and Utility Programs
Chapter 8 – Communications and Networks
Windows XP
Word 2003
Excel 2003
Access 2003
PowerPoint 2003
Integration
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Chapter 9 – Database Management
Chapter 10 – Computers and Society, Security, Privacy, and Ethics
Chapter 11 – Information System Development and Programming Languages
Chapter 12 – Enterprise Computing
COURSE REQUIREMENTS :
The student is required to read and study the textbook material. Students are responsible for all discussion, exercises, and announcements made in class.
Exams. There will be four exams worth 50 points each during the semester. All exams will be announced in advance. There will be NO make-up exams given unless the student can document that an emergency situation occurred that prevented the student from attending class on the exam date.
Lab Exercises. Special periods have been reserved in the lab for your use to complete the six exercises. Each exercise is worth 20 points. Exercises must be turned in on the
DUE DATE for full credit. If late, half credit (10 pts.) will be given up to one week after the due date. Exercises must be completed to the satisfaction of the instructor to get full credit.
Your instructor will be available to help you during that time. Attendance at these labs will not be a part of your grade; however, the assignments will be part of your final evaluation.
You are encouraged to use the lab at other times when it is free or to use personal computers at home. To obtain current hours for open labs (C242, E231, and E139) go to: www.jal.cc.il.us/infotech/ , then choose Lab Hours.
Student Success Center. Tutors may be obtained through the Student Success Center.
Contact the staff in C219 if this service is desired. John A. Logan College will make reasonable accommodations for students with documented disabilities under Section
504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.
Any student with a disability that may have some impact on work in this class, who feels she/he needs an accommodation, should make an appointment with the Coordinator of
Services for Students with Disabilities on campus, Christy McBride, Room C219B, Ext.
8516. Before services can be provided, this advisor must determine eligibility and arrange appropriate academic adjustments. It is the student’s responsibility to register in advance of a school term with this office and to turn in a schedule each term to ensure that there is every opportunity for success in this class.
English Writing Center/Tutoring: For assistance with writing assignments in any college courses, students are encouraged to visit “The Write Place” in E109. English instructors are available for one-on-one tutoring each semester during hours posted at the center.
Financial Aid. Students who receive financial assistance and completely withdraw from classes prior to 60% of the semester being completed (approximately 2-3 weeks after midterm) could be responsible to return a portion of their Federal Pell Grant award.
Prior to withdrawing from courses, students should contact the Financial Aid Office.
METHOD OF EVALUATION :
Final grades for the course will be determined as follows:
Exams 200
Exercises 120
288 A
256 B 89%
C 79%
< 191 - = E < 59%

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Attendance Policy. Attendance is mandatory in this class and will be taken. Frequent absences will result in poor grades on exams and missing exercises. The student must be in class to successfully understand the material and to complete the exercises on time. This is an introduction to computers class and many concepts build on one another. Excessive absences will result in a failing grade.
Certain class periods will be strictly lab.
METHOD OF PRESENTATION :
The course material will be presented through classroom lecture/demonstration and supervised lab work including hands-on lab exercises.
TEXT :
Discovering Computers Fundamentals Edition. Shelly, G. B., Cashman, T. J., &
Vermaat, M. E. Boston, MA: Course Technology, 2004.
Microsoft Office 2003 Essential Concepts and Techniques. Shelly, G. B., Cashman,
T. J., & Vermaat, M. E. Boston, MA: Course Technology, 2004.
INSTRUCTOR : Linda
Faculty Mail Room C115, Box 58
Voice Mail: 457-7676
Ext.: 8610
Mailbox: 8738#
E-mail:
Office Hours: Since I do not have an office, office hours will be conducted before the scheduled class time in our classroom.
DATE 2005
John A. Logan College Telephone Numbers
Carterville and Williamson County .............................................. (Operator) 985-3741
(Direct Extension Access) 985-2828
Carbondale and Jackson County ................................................ (Operator) 549-7335
(Direct Extension Access) 457-7676
Du Quoin .......................................................................................................542-8612
West Frankfort...............................................................................................937-3438
Crab Orchard, Gorham, and Trico Areas ........................................... 1-800-851-4720
TTY (hearing-impaired access)................................................................................................. 985-2752
John A. Logan College does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, disability, age, or gender .
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SPRING 2005 – TENTATIVE CALENDAR
CIS 101- 4 E135 12:00-1:50pm Monday/Wednesday
INSTRUCTION DATE DUE DATES
Introduction
Chapter 1 Introduction to Computers*
Windows Project 1
WEEK
1
WEEK
2
January 19
January 24
January 26
WEEK
3
January 31
February 2
Windows - Lab Day
Chapter 2 – Internet and the World Wide Web*
Due February 7
WEEK
4
February 7
February 9
Chapter 3 – Application Software*
Word – Project 1
February 14 Word – Lab Day
February 16 Chapter 4 – Components of a Computer System*
Due February 21
WEEK
5
February 21 Exam 1 (Chapters 1-4)
February 23 Chapter 5 – Input and Output*
WEEK
6
February 28 Chapter 6 – Storage*
March 2 Excel – Project 1
WEEK
7
WEEK
8
WEEK
9
March 7
March 9
March 14
March 16
Excel - Lab Day
Chapter 7 – Operating Systems and Utility
Programs*
SPRING BREAK MARCH 14-19, 2005
Due March 21
March 21
March 23
Chapter 8 – Communications and Networks*
Access – Project 1
WEEK
10
March 28 Exam 2 (Chapters 5-8)
WEEK
11 March 30
April 4
Access - Lab Day
Chapter 9 – Database Management*
Due April 6
WEEK
12
April 6
April 11
Chapter 10 – Computers and Society, Security,
Privacy, and Ethics*
Chapter 11 – Information System Development and Programming Languages*
Chapter 12 – Enterprise Computing*
PowerPoint Project 1
Exam 3 (Chapters 9-12)
WEEK
13
WEEK
14
WEEK
15
WEEK
16
FINAL
S
April 13
April 18
April 20
April 25
April 27
May 2
May 4
May 12-17
PowerPoint - Lab Day
Integration
Integration - Lab Day
Lab Day
Exam 4 (Hands-on Word / Excess / Access)
Due May 2
Due Day of Final
*From Discovering Computers book; always read chapter before designated lecture.
Use the Learn It Online exercises to reinforce your understanding of the chapter concepts. http://www.scsite.com/dcfund and http://www.scsite.com/wd2003/learn
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