Eastern New Mexico University
College of Business
IS 151 ~ Basic Computer Skills
Fall 2012
Instructor Contact Information
Section:
Instructor:
E-mail address:
Office:
Office Hours:
Phone:
Class Meeting:
2 WW
Dr. Rolando (Roy) Marquez
Rolando.Marquez@enmu.edu *(use only to
schedule appointments)
For all other course matters, use the Messages
feature on Blackboard.
Virtual
By appointment
575.562.2539
Online
*Even though I am sharing my ENMU email address with you, please send ALL
communications through Blackboard. This is the official Learning Management System (LMS)
of the university and is used, among other things, as an archival tool for all communications.
Course Information
Course Name
Credit Hours
Semester/Year
Prerequisite
IS 281 - Spreadsheets and Data Analysis
3
Fall 2012
None
Course Description
“Covers the basics of information systems, including the terminology, components of IT
systems, file management, information management, and issues related to security, privacy, and
ethics. Students get hands-on experience with applications to enhance their word processing,
spreadsheets, presentations, and using the Internet to conduct research. (F, S).” Eastern New
Mexico University 2011-2013 Undergraduate Catalog, page 156.
Course Objectives
At the end of this course, the student will be able to:
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Describe essential computer concepts such as the different types of computers, the
components of a computer system, and the types of system software.
Perform basic tasks in Windows 7 such as run software programs, switch between them,
and navigate through windows using the controls and dialog boxes
Perform basic file management tasks such as organizing, copying, deleting, and moving
files.
Create and work with professional-looking documents, spreadsheets, and presentations
Create documents that integrate and utilize features of other Microsoft Office 2010
applications
Explore and utilize the new features in Office 2010 such as Backstage view, editing
photos in Word, creating sparklines in Excel and broadcasting a PowerPoint presentation
on the Internet
Required Materials:
1. Text: New Perspectives on Microsoft® Office 2010, First Course, 1st Edition ISBN
#13: 9780538746533 © 2011.In addition, we use SAM Office 2010 Auto grading
software in this course. If you purchase the book from the ENMU bookstore using the
above ISBN#, the SAM key is available as a package with the new textbook and is a much
cheaper price to purchase the bundled version. If purchasing a used Office 2010
textbook, you will need to purchase SAM Office 2010 student Key Code from the ENMU
bookstore or by going b Web Links for the link to purchase the student code, however it is
much more expensive to purchase the SAM key separately. This grading database will
only accept Microsoft Office 2010 file format. DO NOT BUY A “USED” SAM KEY
CODE. YOU CAN ONLY USE THE CODE ONCE, AND ONCE USED, IT IS NO
LONGER USEABLE.
2. A working university electronic mail account.
3. A working University Blackboard account.
4. Access to a networked computer running a web browser, Microsoft Windows 7
Academic Professional, and Microsoft Office 2010 products. If you need to purchase
the Microsoft Office 2010 Suite, Microsoft is offering students a special price on the
Microsoft Office Suite 2010 found in Web Links on the Bb Navigation Panel.
5. USB memory key (jump drive, flash drive) holding at least 128MB.
6. A high speed Internet connection (DSL or Cable) is necessary to take this course.
Minimum Technical Skills
To succeed in this class, you should be able to:
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Access and navigate the web.
Download and save data files from a website.
Navigate BlackBoard, including accessing course content and submitting assignments.
Use email and discussion boards to communicate with instructor as well as fellow classmates.
Attach files for communication through email or discussion posts as well as when submitting
assignments.
Course Requirements
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You need access to Microsoft Office 2010 as the autograding software being used in the
class (SAM) will only accept Microsoft Office 2010 file formats.
If you don't have these products on your laptop/computer, these are available in the
computer laboratories on campus at no extra charge. For lab hours, please check the ITS
website at http://www.enmu.edu/services/its/labs.
If you don't want to use the labs, you can buy a student version of Microsoft Office 2010
at http://www.microsoft.com/student/discounts/theultimatesteal-us/default.aspx at a
discounted price. All you need is your university email address.
Not being able to finish your assignments because you don't have these software products
will NOT be a valid excuse for late assignments.
SAM Software:
The institution code for this class is as follows (Case sensitive): T2036000. You will need
this code in order to create your account in SAM. The instructions on how to create your
account in SAM are located inside the Key Code booklet as well as in the course under the
Course Content folder. Please read the instruction carefully before you attempt to create your
account. If you have a problem creating your account, you will need to call 1-800-648-7450
and follow helpline instructions.
SAM Assignments– all homework assignments for Word, Excel, and PowerPoint are found
in the SAM database. You will download the instruction file and the starter file for each
assignment and SAVE to your computer or flash. Follow the instructions very carefully,
SAM is very precise. On all homework assignments, you have the ability to edit your
mistakes after each submission for grading. You can look at the graded report, make the
necessary corrections and resubmit to SAM for re-grading. SAM will record the Highest
Score on your submissions to SAM for grading. You have as many as five (5) submissions
on each homework assignment. On SAM Exams, you have only three (3) attempts to get the
correct answer per question.
Please include your BlackBoard Username when you create your user profile as you
register for SAM. Place your Bb User ID in the WebCT ID text block in the registration
form using lower case letters PLEASE!!
BlackBoard: BlackBoard allows you to use the Internet to:
Transfer materials to and from the instructor
Check grades
Retrieve announcements, send and receive e-mails from fellow students and your
instructor
Participate in discussions in the Discussion Board.
To log on, access Blackboard by going to the ENMU homepage, under “Current Student” click
on the Blackboard link. Read the “Getting Started” section on the Blackboard login page. These
instructions inform the student how to create and login to your Blackboard account. Once you
have logged in to the course, you will see several links on the homepage for Blackboard help and
resources. Click on the “Getting started in Blackboard” link and study this tutorial. This will
explain how to use all the resources in Blackboard.
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BlackBoard Discussion Board “Ask Your Colleagues”: The Discussion Board is to be used by
all students to pose questions if you are having a problem understanding how to accomplish a
particular task. If you cannot figure out how to do a particular task, post the problem to the
Discussion Board. If you see a post and if you know how to assist your fellow student, post your
response. Check BlackBoard often (several times daily) for Discussion Board posts and e-mails
from your instructor. If someone post a question to the Discussion Board and no one responds in
a timely fashion and/or incorrect information, I will monitor the posts answer questions and
make necessary corrections. This can be an invaluable tool in assisting you on your homework.
Tutoring: Is available to students at no extra charge in "The Alley" across from Ground Zero in
the basement of the Campus Union. Call 562-2286 or 2842 are stop by to schedule an
appointment.
Evaluation and Grading
Your course grade will be a composite of your performance on tutorials, quizzes, assignments,
and exams. The individual assignments will test your knowledge of the concepts from the books.
The class also includes a project. Detailed information about the project will be available as the
semester progresses. There will also be three exams during this semester and a final exam.
Course
Component
Quizzes
Tutorials
Assignments
Exams
Elements
Possible Points
9 x 100 points each
13 x 100 points each
13 x 100 points each
Word Exam
Excel Exam
PowerPoint Exam
Final Exam
900
1300
1300
100
100
100
100
3900
Total
Your final grade will be determined by computing a weighted sum of your scores (in different
course components) as follows:
Textbook Tutorials
Quizzes
SAM Cases/assignments
Exams (3 Major; Word, Excel, and
PowerPoint)
Comprehensive Final Exam*
Total Points
20%
10%
20%
30%
20%
100%
Final course grades will be determined using the following fixed percentage cutoffs:
Grade
A
B
C
D
F
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90-100
80 – 89
70 – 79
60 – 69
Less than 60
Course Deliverable's and Exams
Your course grade will be a composite of both your performance on SAM Assignments,
Textbook Tutorials, quizzes and exams.
The book Tutorials will measure your proficiency in using different Microsoft Office 2010
applications. For each chapter of the textbook, you will be creating one or more documents.
You will be required to turn in these document(s). This will ensure that you are going over
the book material, before attempting to work on the SAM Assignments. You will be graded
on these textbook Tutorials based on their completeness.
For the homework Assignments, you will be using SAM to view the Assignment instructions
online, download the starter file, and then work on it saved on your computer using the live
application. Once you complete the Assignments, you can upload it to SAM for grading. The
advantage with SAM is that you can view your results immediately! You can also make
changes to the assignment if you are not happy with your score on that particular assignment.
Due Dates for SAM Assignments are listed in the Tentative Course Schedule at the end of
this syllabus. Assignments are due at 11:00 pm on the date specified on the schedule. No
assignments will be accepted after the Cut Off Date in Blackboard without the approval of
the Instructor.
There will be four exams. The first exam will test your skills using Microsoft Word, the
second exam will test your skills using Microsoft Excel, and the third exam will test your
skill using Microsoft PowerPoint. The Final Exam is comprehensive. All exams will be
administered using SAM. There will be no “makeup” assignments, quizzes, or exams
without the consent of the Instructor and a reasonable excuse.
Late Assignments:
You are required to read the material listed in the syllabus. All assignments will be due on or
before the due date listed in your syllabus and in BlackBoard for which they are assigned.
Assignments are usually due Friday Night 11:00 pm of the week they are assigned,
unless otherwise instructed by the Instructor. Quizzes are due Sunday Night of the
week they are assigned. There will be no “makeup” quizzes or exams without the
consent of your Instructor.
In general, late assignments will not be accepted. However, if you have a legitimate excuse
and you inform your Instructor in advance, exceptions may be granted. Forgetting to
complete an assignment or not having access to the required resources is not a legitimate
excuse. Points can be deducted for approved late assignments.
Disability Statement:
The University will make reasonable accommodations for qualified students (Americans with
Disabilities Act and Section 504, Rehabilitation Act) with disabilities. If you have a
diagnosed disability for which you will require accommodations, please discuss it with your
professor during the first week of class or present your written accommodation request on or
before the 3rd class meeting.
Academic Dishonesty
Academic dishonesty is unacceptable with the university and this course. According to the
ENMU catalog (ENMU Undergraduate catalog 2011 - 2013, p. 28), students are responsible
for achieving academic and course goals and objectives as prescribed by their instructors and
for demonstrating attainment in an honest manner. Thus, students must assume full
responsibility for the content and integrity of the academic work they submit.
The guiding principle of academic integrity shall be that a student's submitted work,
examinations, reports, and projects must be that student's own work. According to the
ENMU catalog (ENMU Undergraduate catalog 2011 - 2013, p. 28), cheating behavior
includes, but is not limited to:
1. Dishonesty of any kind on examinations, quizzes, written assignments, and projects
2. Unauthorized possession of examinations, quizzes, or instructor records
3. Use of unauthorized notes or information during an examination or quiz exercise
4. The obtaining of information during an examination or assignment from another
individual and/or assisting another to cheat
5. Alteration of grades on an examination or assignment or in instructor or university
records
6. Illegal entry or unauthorized presence in an office of the University or residence of an
instructor or unauthorized access to grade records or examination and assignment
requirements
7. Submitting someone else’s work as your own
The penalty for violating the honor code is severe. According to the ENMU catalog (ENMU
Undergraduate catalog 2011 - 2013, p. 28), misrepresentation of knowledge can influence a
course requirement. Cheating, plagiarism, or other acts of academic dishonesty compromise
the integrity of the academic progress and community are subject to disciplinary action. An
act of academic dishonesty, at the will of the University, may result both in grade changes
and/or disciplinary actions. If a student is unclear about whether a particular situation may
constitute a violation, the student should meet with the instructor to discuss the situation.
FERPA and Privacy
As a student, your educational records are considered confidential. Under FERPA (Family
Educational Rights and Privacy Act), your records are confidential and protected. Under most
circumstances, your records will not be released without your written and signed consent.
However, some directory information may be released to third parties without your prior consent
unless a written request to restrict this is on file. You can learn more about student rights to
privacy at http://www.enmu.edu/about/ferpa/directory-notice.shtml.
Copyright
This course may contain copyright protected materials such as audio or video clips, images, text
materials, etc. These items are either linked to or are being used with regard to the Fair Use
doctrine in order to enhance the learning environment. Please do not copy, duplicate, download
or distribute these items. The use of these materials is strictly reserved for this online classroom
environment and your use only. All copyright materials are credited to the copyright holder.
Final Thoughts
You are going to learn many important skills and concepts in this class. The class schedule is
quite hectic due to the amount of material that is required. It is important to maintain good time
management during the semester. It is extremely difficult to make up work once you get behind.
All assignments are due on the required due date.
Student Support Services
Click the Technical Support and Student Resources link on the course's home page first. If you
still need help with Blackboard or email, please call 575.562.4999 or use our toll free number:
1.877.755.3668 (Monday through Saturday from 8 a.m. until 10 p.m. MST). Please note that the
helpdesk is closed on Sunday. For help with Wimba - please call 1-866.350.4978 for 24 hour
assistance.
Distance Education and Outreach (DEO) has a page with links to Student Support Services such
as Class Registration, Golden Library, Financial Aid, ENMU Bookstore, Undergrad and
Graduate catalogs, and online counseling. These services are accessible at
http://www.enmu.edu/academics/distance-ed/resources.shtml.
Academic Support Services
Golden Library provides full library services to local and distance education students. These
services include but are not limited to, information on how to do research, request books and
articles, how to use electronic resources, free software, and others. These are accessible at
http://www.enmu.edu/academics/library/distance-ed/index.shtml.
**Instructor reserves the right to make changes in class, on BlackBoard or by e-mail to this
course Syllabus.