TROY UNIVERSITY
MASTER SYLLABUS
SORRELL COLLEGE OF BUSINESS
IS 2241
Computer Concepts and Applications
Vision Statement
Sorrell College of Business will be the first choice for higher business education students in their
quest to succeed in a dynamic and global economy. Sorrell College of Business will create the
model for 21st century business education and community service.
Mission Statement
Through operations that span the State of Alabama, the United States, and the world, Sorrell
College of Business equips our students with the knowledge, skills, abilities and competencies to
become organizational and community leaders who make a difference in the global village and
global economy. Through this endeavor, we serve students, employers, faculty, and Troy
University at large as well as the local and global communities.
Prerequisites
None.
Description
This course provides an interdisciplinary introduction to microcomputer literacy, word
processing, spreadsheets, database, business graphics and the internet.
Objectives
On completion of the course, the student should be able to:
1. List and describe the hardware and software components of a computer system.
2. Maintain file systems, and run applications.
3. Use a word-processing application to create, modify, save, and preview fully featured,
academically formatted documents.
4. Use an electronic-spreadsheet application to create, save, modify, and preview a fully
featured, multiple-sheet workbook.
5. Use a database package to create, save, populate, maintain, and query a database and to
produce formatted reports.
Master Syllabi are developed by the senior faculty in each business discipline. This Master Syllabus must be used as the basis for developing the
instructor syllabus for this course, which must also comply with the content specifications outlined in the Troy University Faculty Handbook.
The objectives included on this Master Syllabus must be included among the objectives on the instructor’s syllabus, which may expand upon the
same as the instructor sees fit. The statement of purpose seeks to position the course properly within the curriculum and should be consulted by
faculty as a source of advisement guidance. Specific choice of text and other details are further subject to Program Coordinator guidance.
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6. Use a presentation software package to create, save, modify, and show a multiple-slide
presentation using various templates, designs, formats, objects, headers, footers, and
animation and transition schemes.
Purpose
To develop the computer skills necessary for satisfactory performance in upper-level business
courses, and to encourage further development of skills for effective participation in business
organizations. Prerequisite for admission into upper-level business courses.
Approved Texts
Grauer, Barber, Hulett, Krebs, Lockley & Scheeren, Exploring Microsoft Office 2007, Volume 1,
2/e (Vista Version), 2008, Prentice Hall, ISBN-10: 0131577298, ISBN-13:
9780131577299 *
Grauer & Hogan, Exploring Microsoft Office 2007 Computer Concepts Getting Started, 1/e,
2008, Prentice Hall, ISBN-10: 0132350564, ISBN-13: 9780132350563 *
NOTE: If using the 2008 edition of Grauer texts, both books are required for this class.
NOTE: These textbooks are available in a custom version using ISBN-13: 978-0-536-77657-0.
NOTE: Effective Fall 2009, the ISBN numbers are as follows:

Custom book, not including myitlab access code (for Alabama Campuses only):
0558224695

Custom book, including myitlab access code (for eCampus and Global Campus
locations): 0558244203
Shelly, G. B., Vermaat, M. E., & Cashman, T. J. (2007 or current). Microsoft Office 2007:
Introductory Concepts and Techniques [Vista edition] (2nd ed. [or current]). Mason, OH:
Thomson/Course Technology.
Grauer, Barber (2006 or current) Microsoft Office 2003 Volume 1 Second Edition, Prentice Hall
New Perspectives (2006 or current) Microsoft Office 2003 Premium Edition First Course,
Thomson/Course Technology
Supplements
As deemed appropriate.
Troy State University Faculty Handbook (2001): Section 3.8.2.8 [extract]—22 essential elements of the syllabus (somewhat modified for space):
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
f.
g.
Course title
Course number
Term
Instructor
Prerequisites
Office hours
Class days, times
h.
i.
j.
k.
Classroom location n. Grading methods,
Office location
criterion weights,
Office telephone
make-up policy,
Course description,
mid-term grade
objectives
reports
l. Text(s)
o. Procedure, course
m. Other materials
requirements
p. General supports
r. Additional services u. Cheating policy
(computer works,
(Americans with
v. Specialization
writing center)
Disabilities Act,
requirements
q. Daily assignments,
other statements)
(certification,
holidays, add/drop s. Absence policy
licensure, teacher
& open dates, dead t. Incomplete-work
competencies)
day, final exam
policy
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Added new books, mission and vision statements.
Troy State University Faculty Handbook (2001): Section 3.8.2.8 [extract]—22 essential elements of the syllabus (somewhat modified for space):
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
f.
g.
Course title
Course number
Term
Instructor
Prerequisites
Office hours
Class days, times
h.
i.
j.
k.
Classroom location n. Grading methods,
Office location
criterion weights,
Office telephone
make-up policy,
Course description,
mid-term grade
objectives
reports
l. Text(s)
o. Procedure, course
m. Other materials
requirements
p. General supports
r. Additional services u. Cheating policy
(computer works,
(Americans with
v. Specialization
writing center)
Disabilities Act,
requirements
q. Daily assignments,
other statements)
(certification,
holidays, add/drop s. Absence policy
licensure, teacher
& open dates, dead t. Incomplete-work
competencies)
day, final exam
policy