Business Information Technology
CISB 101-005 (CRN 24314)
Course Syllabus
Spring 2012
Class Hour:
Room:
Instructor:
Phone:
Email:
Office hours:
COURSE GOAL:
COURSE
OBJECTIVES:
5th
203
Robin Sommerville
970-254-6629
robin.sommerville@d51schools.org
9:07 – 10:42
OBJECTIVES
The purpose of this course is to assist you in understanding the basic concepts of computers with focus on
terminology, hardware, software, implications of computers in today’s world, and the integrated office
toolkit. Business use of computers including computer security, privacy of information, future
implications, purchasing computers and software are discussed. Practical computer experience is gained
by understanding business problems, analyzing them, and solving them using appropriate computer tools.
Experience an understanding of the campus network and its use for other classes.
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COURSE
PREREQUISITE:
Given the applicable software and network environment, students will be able to demonstrate that
they have the skills to effectively use software: operating system and user interfaces, word
processing, spreadsheets, databases, statistics and data management, presentation graphics,
communications, web searches, and campus networks.
Given a set of common terms and acronyms used in computer information systems, students will be
able to describe the roles of numerous hardware, software, system and personnel (occupational)
components in computer information systems. The students will be computer literate. (See
instructor’s H: drive for that set of common terms and acronyms.)
Given a list of current social issues involving computing, students will be able to discuss the positive
and negative aspects of several issues and give educated opinions about them. They will have been
introduced to the relevance and application of information technology in society.
Given challenges and frustrations associated with the use of technology, each student will be able to
demonstrate productive behaviors as will be required in the workforce.
There are NO formally-stated prerequisites for this course. However, it is assumed that, as a college
student, you have the ability and desire to learn and to perform at the college freshman level.
COLORADO MESA
UNIVERSITY
GENERAL
EDUCATION
OBJECTIVES:
CISB 101 has been approved as a course that meets the general education requirements in the area of
Applied Studies at Colorado Mesa University. Students will be assessed during the semester to determine
if the following objectives General Education objectives have been met: #5. Be able to think critically and
creatively; and #6. Have an understanding of the complexities of social, economic and political systems.
COMPLIANCE
WITH COLORADO
STATE LAW:
Colorado House Bill 01-1263 states: "The Commission, in consultation with each Colorado public
institution of higher education is directed to outline a plan to implement a core course concept, and that
the core shall be designed to ensure that student demonstrate competency in reading, critical thinking,
written communication, mathematics AND TECHNOLOGY. The Act is to apply to all students enrolling as
freshmen in 2003-2004 and beyond in the State." CISB101 is a course in Colorado Mesa University’s
General Education that requires students to demonstrate competency with technology.
SOFTWARE GOALS:
You will learn intermediate/advanced topics of Microsoft Office 2007. No prior computer experience is
assumed. You will be presented with an overview of computer concepts, and an introduction to Windows
XP. In addition to becoming comfortable with the basics of computing and operating systems, you will
cover some e-mail basics and Internet/Web browsing skills. You will learn the Office 2007 programs,
including sets of tutorials that teach the basics of Word 2007, Excel 2007, Access 2007, and PowerPoint
2007. You will also learn how to integrate these applications and how to create web pages using each of
these applications.
PHILOSOPHY
COURTESY:
College students are de facto adults, should behave as adults, and should be treated as adults.
Disrespect, private conversations, using cell phones or PDAs or MP3s, sleeping in class/lab or other
disruptions during class/lab will be penalized. If you are not willing or able to be attentive in class, don’t
attend.
ATTENDANCE:
Expected! There is a direct correlation between performance and attendance. Important material from
the text and outside sources will be covered in class. Students should take thorough notes as not all
material on tests can be found in the texts or readings.
PARTICIPATION:
Expected! Come prepared! Read your assignments before class time. Pertinent discussions are
strongly encouraged as are student-procured outside material relevant to covered topics.
CLASSROOM
PROCEDURES:
All CISB 101 students are expected to stay on task with the group for the entire class period. The
classrooms are specifically designed for CISB 101 so that each student has a computer station and a
separate note-taking area. Most class sessions will begin with students sitting at the tables rather than at
the computer stations. When the instructor calls for students to turn to the tables or to the computers,
they should do so without delay or undue commotion. When students are using computer stations, they
are expected to be working on the task or assignment at hand or working ahead to learn subsequent
material. Free lance web surfing, email handling, or game playing is not permitted.
RETAINING
RECORDS:
The instructor’s intention is to operate this class in a paperless manner as much as possible. All electronic
records on WebCT will be deleted at the end of the semester. Students are responsible for keeping their
own copies of electronic records, especially if they envision a future purpose for those records. The
instructor will dispose of any paper records at the start of the next semester.
PLAGIARISM:
Note that there are two forms of plagiarism...
1. Wikipedia (2008) defines “plagiarism” as “the unauthorized use or close imitation of the language
and thoughts of another author and the representation of them as one's own original work.”
(Retrieved July 29, 2008 from http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Plagiarism.)
o The best way to avoid accusation of this traditional form of plagiarism is to clearly and
liberally cite the works from which you have drawn material.
2. The instructor of this course also defines plagiarism to include copying some or all of another
student’s computer-generated assignment, with or without slight or major modifications and
submitting such assignment for a grade.
ACADEMIC
INTEGRITY:
These statements pertain to plagiarism as well as all other forms of cheating.
The Business Department faculty precisely follows all the policies for academic integrity contained in the
CMU Student Handbook, which can be found at
www.coloradomesa.edu/main/policies/studenthandbk/2006-2007AcademicStudentPolicies.pdf.
 All students should familiarize themselves thoroughly with those policies.
 All graded work in Department of Business classes is intended to be individual effort unless
specifically stated in the course syllabus.
 Sanctions for violations of academic integrity policies “include a reduced or failing grade for
course assignments or tests or the entire course. Faculty may also withdraw a student from a
course at any time.”
Specific sanctions within this course are:
 For the first offense by a student, a grade of zero points will be recorded for any examination or
assignment on which academic dishonesty is suspected. The offense will be reported to the
Business Department Head and to the Dean of Students.
 For a second suspected offense, the instructor will initial the process to drop a student from the
class. The offense will be reported to the Business Department Head and to the Dean of Students.
 On assignments that require research of any source external to the student, the student must give
credit to the original source using a formal citation. That includes text, images, sound, video, or
any other media copied from the web sites.
The instructor will use every possible means to determine if plagiarism exists, including specialized
software such as Turnitin.
DRESS CODE:
TEXTBOOK:
The Department of Business has a dress code for presentations. It does not pertain to this class.
COURSE MATERIALS
Shaffer, et al. (2008). New Perspectives on Microsoft Office 2007, First Course, Premium Video Edition.
Boston: Course Technology/Cengage. Bundle ISBN: 1111408874. This is organized as tutorials and is
your reference for the entire course. Bring it to all class and lab sessions as much of your work will be
“self-paced.”
SAM ACCESS CODE:
Each student will need to purchase a special code to access the publisher’s SAM web site. See “How to
login to SAM 2007” link at http://sam2007.course.com/ and the “User Manual” link after you log in.
ISBN given above (see TEXTBOOK) is for a bundle that includes the textbook and access code as sold at
the CMU Bookstore. Students who do not buy a book from the bookstore MUST still purchase a SAM
access code from the publisher, Course Technology/Cengage in order to do the work for this course. See
URL below.
Web site: There are other supplements on the publisher’s/authors’ companion web site at:
http://www.cengage.com/search/totalsearchresults.do?N=16&image.x=15&image.y=14&keyword_all=9
780324788846#mainTab_5_2
STORAGE MEDIA:
If you plan to do your work on an off-campus computer, it will be easier if you use an external storage
media (such as CD, floppy disk, or USB memory stick) to bring your work to a campus computer to store
on F: drive. You could also email to yourself your files as an attachment, then open the files on campus
computer to save to F: drive. Going through MavZone to upload and download files to F: is clunky and not
recommended.
YOUR TIME:
For every hour in class, you should plan for two hours outside of class time to read text material, do
hands-on tutorials, complete course assignments, study for tests, and become techno-literate.
SOFTWARE:
Windows XP, Microsoft Office 2007 Suite, and Internet Explorer. The course will teach about those
packages and services available in CMU general computer labs and through connections to CMU’s
network. Assignments done using any other software will NOT be accepted, e.g., WordPerfect, Microsoft
Works, Open Office, Mac OS.
SOFTWARE
PURCHASES:
The Business Department participates in Microsoft’s Academic Alliance Program. That means CISB 101
students can acquire certain Microsoft software products that are used in CISB 101 for only the cost of
labor and materials. Included are Windows XP ($10), Windows Vista ($30), and Access ($10). (Other
Microsoft Office products, such as Word, Excel, Power Point, and Internet Explorer are not included but
available at a low price through other sources.) The software can be installed on students’ personal
computers and can be used for other classes and for personal purposes, but not for commercial (i.e.,
money making) purposes.
CMU NETWORK RESOURCES
CMU NET HELP:
For detailed explanations and directions, refer to
http://www.coloradomesa.edu/it/students/newstudents.htm. For any problems with your CMU
electronic accounts, your own computer, or a campus computer, visit the Help Desk in the computer lab in
the Library or email: helpdesk@coloradomesa.edu. For help with assignments, see the instructor.
NET ACCOUNTS:
Check with Library Computer Lab Help Desk to get network and email user names, passwords, and
assistance.
NET STORAGE:
The F: and H: drives will be demonstrated and used in class. Each can be accessed from campus labs and
from any computer with a web browser that is connected to the Internet. However, many students find it
difficult to access the college’s network storage from off campus. Consequently, you should plan to use
external storage media to bring your projects to a campus computer in order to save to the F: drive.
THE H: DRIVE:
Class materials are at H:\download\nmurphy\CISB101-current semester. The H: drive is read only.
THE F: DRIVE:
Students can save files on their F: drive for this and all CMU classes. Use it for back-up.
WEB CT SITE:
Grades, daily activities and tests will be posted to WebCT.
http://www.coloradomesa.edu/webct/WebCTatMesa.htm?
CMU EMAIL:
ASSIGNMENTS:
DAILY CASE
PROBLEM
PROJECTS:
College email is an official means of correspondence. You should check your CMU email account
frequently.
Evaluation Methodology
Assignments (shown in black on the Tentative Course Schedule”) are to be completed BEFORE attending
class on the assigned day. Assignments are the readings, trainings, and prep work necessary for the day’s
lecture and activity.
Case Problem Projects are daily in-class assignments (shown in red on the “Tentative Course Schedule” as
Xa). Consider them your daily participation grade. A total of 14 hands-on case problem projects will be
completed on assigned class days. Points for these projects range from 5- 40 points. Each of these case
problem projects is due by Friday at 5 p.m. of the week it is assigned and covered in class. All projects will
be submitted via SAM. No late work will be accepted. No excuses. PERIOD!
Independent Case Problem Projects give students the opportunity to utilize the knowledge they gained in
class that day (shown in red on the “Tentative Course Schedule” as Xb). A total of 14 hands-on case
problem projects will be completed on assigned class days. Points for these projects range from 20-60
points. Each of these case problem projects is due by Friday at 5 p.m. of the week it is assigned and
covered in class.. All projects will be submitted via SAM. No late work will be accepted. No excuses.
PERIOD!
CAPSTONE
PROJECTS:
ROUTINE HELP:
There will be four hands-on Capstone Projects worth 100 points each (400 points total). See “Tentative
Class Schedule” for due dates (as shown in red). Projects are due by midnight the day before the section
exam. All projects will be submitted via SAM. No late work will be accepted. No excuses. PERIOD!
Please ask for help during labs and outside class for those hands-on aspects that trouble you. BUT, be
prepared to show you’ve done the related tutorials and readings before asking for help.
PLAN AHEAD:
Computer problems happen! That is part of the learning experience in this class. Factor those problems
into your plans. Computer problems are NEVER, NEVER, NEVER an acceptable excuse for late
assignments in this course.
LATE WORK:
Because assignments are available to students well in advance of the due date, no late work is accepted-EVER! No excuses. Plan your schedule accordingly. If you will be out of town on the date an assignment
is due, be sure to post it to SAM BEFORE you leave. If you are too ill to come to class, be sure to post your
work by the time it is due.
PRACTICE EXAMS:
EXAMS:
TEST TIMES:
MAKE-UP EXAMS:
Use the SAM Practice Exams as your study guide for each topic’s Exam (shown in blue). See “Tentative
Schedule” for dates. Students do not receive points for completing Practice Exams.
There will be six hands-on exams, worth 50-100 points each (550 pts total). See “Tentative Schedule” for
dates. Leave all materials, including cell phones, and music players on the tables before starting the test.
Digging into a book bag or leaving the room during a test period will immediately end your test. Test
grades will NOT be “curved.” All exams will be taken using SAM or WebCT.
Exams must be completed during the regular class meeting time in Tentative Class Schedule” or as
rescheduled and announced in class. Exams might be given at beginning or end of class. If late to class,
you will have until the last on-time student finishes her/his exam to complete yours.
Late or early exams will be allowed in only extraordinary circumstances or for official absences as
specified by college guidelines. The student is responsible for notifying the instructor as soon as the
excused absence is known, and always prior to the examination time. Arrangements must be made with
the instructor to complete a makeup exam. Late exams must be completed within two days of returning
to campus. Late exams will have a different format. Please note: wanting to get an early start on a
weekend or holiday is not a valid reason for rescheduling an exam.
GRADING:
90-100%
80-89%
70-79%
60-69%
0-59%
A
B
C
D
F
1665-1850 points
1480-1664points
1295-1479 points
1110-1294 points
0-1109 points
It is the responsibility of the student to understand CMU
policies regarding grades of I, IP, W, NC, and PF. (See
College Catalog) Students should keep all returned,
graded assignments and track their own grades as a crosscheck on instructor’s calculations.
A student MUST earn a passing grade on ALL three portions of the course
as indicated in the Tentative Class schedule in order to pass this class
How to Earn the Highest Possible Grade:
Read the book
Attend class
Take notes
Complete assignments on time
Study for tests
Follow directions
Meet deadlines
Ask questions
See “Course materials”/”Textbook”/ “Study Aids” for tips on studying for test
Week 3
Jan 17-20
Week 4
Jan 23-27
Week 5
Jan 30-Feb 3
Week 6
Feb 6-10
Week 7
Feb 13-17
Week 8
Feb 21-24
Tuesdays
Introduction to Course
Discuss Syllabus and Flow
Web Page Tutorial
Textbook (BEB 1- 26), DVD Videos
Essential Computer Concepts
Textbook (EC 1-34)
01. EC practice Exam
Windows XP & File Management
Textbook (XP 1-61), DVD Videos,
SAM Training (03. XP Training)
04. XP Practice Exam (47 questions)
Word Tutorial 1
Textbook (WD 1-37), DVD Videos,
SAM Training (06. WD 1)
07. WD 1 Practice Exam
In class Project- 08. WD 1a (5 points)
Independent Project- 09. WD 1b (20 points)
Word Tutorial 3
Textbook (WD 97- 138), DVD Videos,
SAM Training (14. WD 3)
15. WD 3 Practice Exam
In class Project- 16. WD 3a (5 points)
Independent Project- 17. WD 3b (20 points)
22. WD Capstone Project due (100 points)
WD Practice Exams 1-4
Power Point Tutorial 1
Textbook (PPT 1-32), DVD Videos,
SAM Training (24. PPT 1)
25. PPT 1 Practice Exam
In class Project- 26. PPT 1a (10 points)
Independent- 27. PPT 1b (40 points)
Week 9
Feb 27-Mar 2
Week 10
Mar 20-23
Week 11
Mar 26-30
Week 12
Apr 2-6
Thursdays
Demo WebCT (use Mozilla Firefox)
Demo SAM (use Internet Explorer)
Office 2007
Textbook (OFF 1- 29)
02. EC Exam
(100 points)
05. XP Exam
(25 questions=50 pts)
Word Tutorial 2
Textbook (WD 45-86 , DVD Videos,
SAM Training (10. WD 2)
11. WD 1 Practice Exam
In class Project- 12. WD 2a (5 points)
Independent Project- 13. WD 2b (20 points)
Word Tutorial 4
Textbook (WD 147- 188), DVD Videos,
SAM Training (18. WD 4)
19. WD 4 Practice Exam
In class Project- 20. WD 4a (5 points)
Independent Project- 21. WD 4b (20 points)
23. Word Exam
(50 questions = 100 points)
Power Point Tutorial 2
Textbook (PPT41-77), DVD Videos,
SAM Training (28. PPT 2)
29. PPT 2 Practice Exam
In class Project- 30. PPT 2a (10 points)
Independent- 31. PPT 2b (40 points)
32. PPT Capstone Project due (100 pts)
33. PowerPoint Exam
(50 questions = 100 points)
Excel Tutorial 2
Textbook (EX 57-101), DVD Videos,
SAM Training (38. EX 2)
39. EX 2 Practice Exam
In class Project- 40. EX 2a (15 points)
Independent- 41. EX 2b (60 points)
Excel Tutorial 4
Textbook (EX 161-206), DVD Videos, Training
(46. EX 4)
47. EX 4 Practice Exam
In class Project- 48. EX 4a (15 points)
Independent- 49. EX 4b (60 points)
Excel Tutorial 1
Textbook (EX 1- 47), DVD Videos,
SAM Training (34. EX 1)
35. EX 1 Practice Exam
In class Project- 36. EX 1a (15 points)
Independent- 37. EX 1b (60 points)
Excel Tutorial 3
Textbook (EX113- 151), Videos,
Training (42. EX 3)
43. EX 3 Practice Exam
In class Project- 44. EX 3a (15 points)
Independent- 45. EX 3b (60 points)
50. Excel Capstone Project due
(100 points)
EX Practice Exams 1-4
A student must earn a passing grade on this Excel & Essential Computer
Concepts portion of the class in order to pass the class.
Week #, Dates
Week 1
Jan 4-6
Week 2
Jan 9-13
A student must earn a passing grade on this Windows, Word, and
Power Point portion of the class in order to pass the class.
Topical Course Outline and Tentative Class Schedule
Week 14
Apr 16-20
Week 15
Apr 23-30
Week 16
May 1-18
Week 17
May 21-24
51. Excel Exam
(50 questions/100 points)
Access Tutorial 2
Textbook (AC 45-87), DVD Videos,
Training (56. AC 2)
57. AC 2 Practice Exam
In class Project- 58. AC 2a (40 points)
Independent- 59. AC 2b (60 points)
Access Tutorial 3
Textbook (AC 99- 144), DVD Videos,
Training (60. AC 3)
61. AC 3 Practice Exam
In class Project- 62. AC 3a (40 points)
Independent- 63. AC 3b (60 points)
68. AC Capstone Project due (100 points)
AC Practice Exams 1-4
FINALS WEEK
Access Tutorial 4
Textbook (153- 189), DVD Videos,
Training (64. AC 4)
65. AC 4 Practice Exam
In class Project- 66. AC 4a (40 points)
Independent- 67. AC 4b (60 points)
Integration Project
Section 005 – Thursday 10-11:50 a.m.
69. AC/INT Exam
(50 questions = 100 points)
A student must earn a passing grade on this Access and Integration
portion of the class in order to pass the class.
Week 13
Apr 9-13
Access Tutorial 1
Textbook (AC 1-36), DVD Videos,
Training (52. AC 1)
53. AC 1 Practice Exam
In class Project- 54. AC 1a (40 points)
Independent- 55. AC 1b (60 points)