Course Syllabus - Tulsa Community College – Fall 2014
Course: CSC 2163 Windows Operating Systems
Course Delivery Method: Online
Section # 390
Section # 391
Course format: BlackboardDay(s) and Time(s): Self-paced
Call #: 15690
Start and end dates: Aug18-Dec05, 2014
Call #: 14624
Start and end dates: Oct12-Dec05, 2014
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Description - Objectives
Communication
Teaching Methods
Evaluation Techniques
Agenda - Submissions
Withdrawal
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Technical Skills
Institutional Information
Student Support
Computer Services
INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION:
Instructor: Laura Hunt IT, Associate Professor
Office: SE 4212
Phone: 918 595-7610
FAX: 918 595-7799
Email: laura.hunt@tulsacc.edu
Office Hours: by Appointment - TENTATIVE OFFICE HRS CHECK BLACKBOARD FOR ANY UPDATES
COURSE AREA INFORMATION:
Blackboard; TCC Email: http://tulsacc.edu (firstname.lastname@tulsacc.edu)
TCC Banner Server: http://tulsacc.edu
Secure Access Login: TCC 8 digit number
i.e. 10101010
Password: 6 digit number Birthday=MmDdYy i.e. 010190 (until you change it)
DIVISION OFFICE:
Division: Business Information Technology
Associate Dean: David Poth
Office: SE 4112
Phone: 918 595-7639
CONTACT ACADEMIC & CAMPUS SERVICES:
Director: Susan Burlew
Office: SE 2202
Phone: 918 595-7673
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DISCIPLINE GOALS
Exhibit a solid foundation in computer technology, computer nomenclature, and the use of microcomputers as
productive tools.
GENERAL EDUCATION GOAL STATEMENT
The General Education Goals are designed to ensure that graduates of Tulsa Community College have the skills,
knowledge, and attitudes to carry them successfully through their work and their personal lives. General Education
Goals relevant to this course include, Critical Thinking; Effective Communication; Civic Responsibility; Global
Awareness; Computer Proficiency.
COURSE DESCRIPTION
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A state-of-the-art graphical user interface will be taught. The subjects to be covered will include customization,
mouse operations, icon based file and program manager operations, linking technologies, and using application
software. Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 2 hours.
PREREQUISITES FOR THIS COURSE
CSC 1203 Computer Concepts and Applications or Equivalent
NEXT COURSE(S) IN SEQUENCE
Determined by your course of study - see current catalog for degree/certificates requirements
COURSE OBJECTIVES
Goal is to Recognize identify and describe the following objectives by:
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Showing the usefulness of the Windows’ Help and Support Systems
Listing and classifying Disk/Removable Media Drive Types
Defining Files/Folders/Libraries (include hidden and Indexed locations)
Expounding on why you should Organize and Optimize your System
Clarifying Software Programs utilization – tips on setting them up and also their purposes
Explaining procedures on how to Customize/Personalize your System
Listing some Browsing Guidelines with essential Websites
Illustrating Safety/Privacy tips and scenarios for Protecting your data
Creating a summary with Pros and Cons of setting up Mail using IMAP and/or POP servers
Illustrating how to create Digital CDs/DVDs to play on another computer system
Explaining how to set-up a Network and how the IPCONFIG determines the IP addresses for physical
connectivity on a network
Explaining the System Access Accounts for various users
Summarizing the Control Panel and give scenarios of Troubleshooting techniques
Explaining how the Device Manager helps identify hardware
Listing Sharing/Synchronizing Information Tips and Traps (Cloud, Network, etc.)
TEXTBOOKS, SOFTWARE AND SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIAL
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OPTIONAL: TEXTBOOK Microsoft Windows 7; Faithe Wempen & Lisa A. Bucki; ISBN: 978-0-76383-732-7; Paradigm
publisher
Software: This class is designed for Windows 7 with Windows 8 discussed – Southeast campus has an Alliance
with Microsoft so you may obtain your own copy for use in this class of the Windows O.S. with your own key so you
can install this OS on your PC. You will be notified through your TCC Email account, after the class starts and your
instructor submitted your name and e-mail address for the alliance.
You need to use Microsoft Word and Adobe Reader to work on your assignment and to view the class
presentations. .
Helpful Resources: Online resources available on Blackboard’s Student Resources tab site – you may need to
download and install these other free programs on your computer to be able to take full advantage of our
supplemental resources. Adobe Acrobat Reader, Shockwave, Quicktime and Java Script.
Blackboard Web Site: Read the START HERE area for details on the class material.
Helpful Resources:
Online resources available on Blackboard course site – you may need to download and install these free programs
on your computer to be able to take full advantage of our supplemental resources. Adobe Acrobat Reader,
Shockwave, Quicktime and Java Script
Materials: USB flash drive, 256 MB minimum so you can save your coursework.
SUBMITTING ASSIGNMENTS
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All coursework is to be submitted through Blackboard’s Assignments area. Specific guidelines and instructions are
located there. All assignments, grades and communications utilize a secure server.
Only in the event Blackboard is inaccessible at the time an assignment is due, you may email the assignment to the
instructor. Submissions are graded as soon as possible, but normally within a week. Scores are available through
the Gradebook area. Report any discrepancies as soon as possible.
Contact the instructor if you are unable to complete work for more than two consecutive weeks. Students who stop
participating in the course and fail to withdraw may receive a course grade of “F,” which may have financial aid
consequences for the student.
TEACHING METHODS
Course content will include rubric discussion instructions and lecture presentations. Coursework will consist of
chapter quizzes, and discussion topic participation.
EVALUATION TECHNIQUES
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Assessments for coursework is comprised of quizzes, assignments, and discussions.
Grade is based on 640 total points and 90%=A, 80%=B, 70%=C, 60%=D Grading scale:
4 MC Tests = 540 points; 1 Training Presentation = 60 points; 4 Discussion topic = 40 points.
All coursework must be submitted prior to midnight after the last class day.
TENTATIVE SCHEDULE OF ACTIVITIES / AGENDA
Detailed agenda is listed separately – this is also available in Blackboard.
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COMMUNICATING WITH THE INSTRUCTOR
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TCC students receive a designated “TCC Email” address. All email communications to you will be sent to your TCC
Email address. You must use TCC Email or utilize the Send Email inside your Blackboard class. These
communications are secure and automatically identify the course ID and section. You may forward your TCC email
account to another account for convenience, but it will forfeit the privacy feature. Normal response time from the
instructor is 24 hours after receiving a student’s email.
TECHNICAL SKILLS AND STUDENT EXPECTATIONS
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Technically you should be comfortable:
 Using Zip compression techniques
 Using a word processor: basic text editing, image insertion techniques
 Understanding file management functions: saving, renaming, copying, folder organization, etc.
 Using the Internet: navigating, searching, uploading/downloading, email
Student Expectations for course success:
 Reading over course material, viewing available presentations before you do your coursework
 Staying current and NOT falling behind with your coursework
 Logging onto Blackboard at least twice a week – access resource materials, submit coursework
 Asking for help when you need help via in discussion area or email
COURSE WITHDRAWAL
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Never Attended: ‘WN' grade will be assigned if you do not make contact with your instructor within the first two
days of class.
Administrative Withdrawal: ‘AW' grade may be assigned by your instructor if you do not make contact with your
instructor for two consecutive weeks during this class.
Withdrawal: ‘W' grade must be initiated by you. The deadline to withdraw from a course shall not exceed 3/4 the
duration of any class. Contact the Counseling Office at any TCC campus to initiate withdrawal from a course
('W' grade) or to change from Credit to Audit. Check the TCC Academic Calendar for deadlines. Students who
stop participating in the course and fail to withdraw may receive a course grade of “F,” which may have financial
aid consequences for the student.
CLASSROOM DISRUPTION POLICY
Not being respectful of others will not be tolerated.
INSTITUTIONAL STATEMENT
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Each student is responsible for being aware of the information contained in the TCC Catalog, TCC Student
Handbook, Student Code of Conduct Policy Handbook, and semester information listed in the class schedule. All
information may be viewed on the TCC website: www.tulsacc.edu
TRANSFERABILITY
Please visit with the TCC Counseling Center or the Counseling Center at the college or university to which you plan
to transfer to determine transferability status of this course.
ADA POLICY – Students with Disabilities:
STUDENTS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS: Students with documented disabilities are provided academic accommodations through
the disabled Student Resource Center (918-595-7115) or Resource Center for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (918-595-7428V,
918-595-7434TTY). If any student is in need of academic accommodations from either office, it is the student’s responsibility to
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advise the instructor so an appropriated referral can be made no later than the first week of class. Students may also contact the
disabled Student Services Offices directly at the telephone numbers indicated. ACADEMIC ACCOMMODATIONS WILL NOT BE
PROVIDED UNLESS APPROPRIATE DOCUMENTATION IS PROVIDED TO THE DISABLED STUDENT SERVICES OFFICES TO SUPPORT THE
NEED.
ACADEMIC DISHONESTY OR MISCONDUCT
Academic dishonesty or misconduct is not condoned or tolerated at campuses within the Tulsa Community College
system. Academic dishonesty is behavior in which a deliberately fraudulent misrepresentation is employed in an attempt to gain
underserved intellectual credit, either for oneself or for another. Academic misconduct is behavior that results in intellectual
advantage obtained by violating specific standards, but without deliberate intent or use of fraudulent means. The student should
review the relevant sections of the TCC Student Code of Conduct Policy Handbook.
COMPUTER SERVICES ACCEPTABLE USE
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Access to computing resources is a privilege granted to all TCC faculty, staff, and students.
Use of TCC computing resources is limited to purposes related to the College’s mission of education, research, and community
service. Student use of technology is governed by the Computer Services Acceptable Use Statements/Standards found in the
TCC Student Code of Conduct Policy Handbook.
LEARNING SUPPORT SERVICES
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Check Blackboard’s Student Resources, Student Support Information for TCC’s available services and contact information.
https://bb.tulsacc.edu/bbcswebdav/institution/DL/student_support.htm
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