TRINITY VALLEY COMMUNITY COLLEGE

MICROCOMPUTER  APPLICATIONS

COURSE:  COSC 1301

INTERNET

 

 

INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION

 

INSTRUCTOR:   David Stephens

 

E-MAIL:  dstephens@tvcc.edu

 

OFFICE:  Room 222 in the Baugh Technical Building  

 

OFFICE HOURS:  as posted on office door

 

OFFICE PHONE:  903-675-6332

 

 

GENERAL COURSE INFORMATION

 

 

COURSE DESCRIPTION

 

            This course is an introduction to the selection, use and potential value of the microcomputer in the home, classroom and business environment.  Emphasis is placed on gaining practical experience with the use of several popular, commercially available software systems.  The topical coverage includes the rudiments of information systems, operation of the IBM compatible microcomputer, Microsoft disk-operating system, word processing, electronic spreadsheets, and database management systems.

 

PREREQUISITE:  No course prerequisites, however, this course assumes computer and Internet literacy.  This course requires self-discipline and self-motivation. 

 

CLASSROOM:  By Internet

 

TO SIGN ON TO THIS COURSE:

            From your Internet browser,

 

For TVCC general information about Distance Learning, click here or type http://www.tvcc.edu/depts/dist.learning/.

 

To jump to information and instructions about logging in, click here or type http://www.tvcc.edu/depts/dist.learning/Logging.in.to.your.ecourse.aspx.

           

When you get to your log in,

                       

Right mouse click and save this page to your favorites or make a shortcut on your desktop so that the next time you want to work on this course, you can go directly to the log in page.

 

After you log in, then click on the link for this course

On the left side of your e-Courses @ The Valley screen, under Course Tools, click on Course Content and then click on the “I Am Here, Now What Do I Do” icon in your e-Courses @ The Valley window.  Begin to read and complete your work.                    

 

LAB/COMPUTER ACCESS:  Computers are available on the Athens Campus in the Baugh Technology Center Room 112 on the first floor.

 

 

TEXTBOOK, SUPPLIES AND OTHER RESOURCES

 

REQUIRED TEXT:

           

Cashman, Thomas, Gary B. Shelly and Misty Vermaat, Microsoft Office 2007 Introductory Concepts and Techniques Windows XP Edition,  Shelly Cashman Series, Course Technology Thomson Learning, Boston, MA , 2008. 

 

If you already have access to Microsoft Office 2007: ISBN# 1-418-843-27X

 

If you need Microsoft Office 2007 180 Day Trial CD bundled with your book

ISBN# 1-428-326-480

 

Textbooks may be purchased at the TVCC bookstore.  The bookstore will ship books upon request by contacting James Quattlebaum at 903-675-6203

 

NOTE:  Previous versions of the textbook cannot be used because they do not cover the Office 2007 software release.

 

SUPPLIES AND MATERIALS:

 

You will need a storage media to save your lab work on.  You may use a flash drive or floppy diskettes (if your computer requires them).

 

COURSE GOALS

 

The student will be expected to gain a general knowledge of the operation of an IBM compatible computer and Windows.  Software that the student will use includes word processing, spreadsheet and database management.

 

 

COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES

 

The student will acquire an understanding of the following course learning outcomes:

 

• Know what a computer is
• Know what a computer does
• Know why a computer is so powerful
• Know the components of a computer
• Be able to describe the following:
  • Input devices
  • The system unit
  • Output devices
  • Storage devices
  • Communication devices
  • Networks and the Internet
• Know what an operating system is
• Know how to use a mouse and keyboard
• Know how to use basic Windows commands
• Basic Word 2007 skills
  • Create and edit a document
  • Create a research paper
• Basic Excel  2007skills
  • Create a worksheet
  • Create an embedded chart
  • Use formulas and functions
• Basic Access 2007 skills
  • Create a database
  • Create a table
  • Create a report
  • Create a form
  • Query a database
  • Maintain a database
    • Update records
    • Modify a table
• Basic PowerPoint 2007 skills
  • Create and run a  presentation
    • Create a title slide
    • Create text slides
    • Create slides with graphics

COURSE REQUIREMENTS

 

All students are expected to:

 

·               Do all assigned readings and related homework.

·               Study, reading, and listening skills will need to be applied in order to achieve maximum knowledge from this course.

·               Be self-disciplined, self-motivated and highly organized

·               Meet deadlines for all tests and lab work assignments.

 

EVALUATION/GRADING

 

 

GRADING SYSTEM:

 

                Homework/Lab work                                                                30%

                Approximately Tests, Quizzes, and Final                               70%

                Total                                                                                        100%

                                               

 

Grades:         90 - 100  =  A

                  80 - 89.9 =  B

                  70 - 79.9 =  C

                  60 - 69.9 =  D

                  Below 60 =  F

 

INCOMPLETE IN LIEU OF GRADE POLICY:

 

An “INCOMPLETE” is only given in extreme circumstances as stated in the TVCC Student Course Catalog.  Those who believe such conditions exist must submit to the instructor a typed letter stating why you should be given an “INCOMPLETE” grade and when and how you intend to complete the course.  You should include any proof of reason or need with the letter.  The letter must include your social security number and must be signed by you.  Only after the letter and documentation are submitted will a decision be made by the instructor to either grant or deny the “INCOMPLETE”.

 

DEADLINES FOR TESTS AND ASSIGNMENTS

 

• All assignments, tests  are to be completed on or before the cutoff date.  Click the Assignments tab and Assessments tab to view the dates.  You cannot submit any work after the cutoff date and time.

·         No makeup tests will be given under any circumstances. 

 

ASSIGNMENTS:

 

•  Lab work to be graded will be worth 100 points each.

 

• To receive the full 100 points possible, all lab work must be submitted on time, have proper documentation and be fully correct, along with conforming to the rules as set forth in class.

 

• Lab work is due and is to be submitted electronically as an attachment through the “Assignments” link under Course Tools on your e-Courses @ The Valley homepage.   See your “How Do I Submit My Lab Work ” sheet.  This sheet can be obtained by clicking on Course Content under Course Tools on your e-Courses @ The Valley homepage, and then clicking on the “How Do I Submit My Lab Work” icon. See your Course lab Assignment Sheet for due dates.  Your Course Lab Assignment Sheet may be obtained by clicking on Course Content under Course Tools on your e-Courses @ The Valley homepage and then clicking on the “Find Out Which Lab Assignments You Are To Complete Here?” icon.

 

• NO LATEWORK WILL BE ACCEPTED UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES!

 

• It is to the student’s advantage to stay ahead in class as much as possible.  If you know that you have a time conflict, submit your lab work or homework assignments early.

 

ATTENDANCE AND BEHAVIOR

 

ATTENDANCE:

 

Although no formal attendance will be taken, students are required to e-mail the instructor each week so that the instructor knows that the student is still active in the course.

 

You must e-mail your instructor each week and let her know that you are on task and that everything is okay!  To do this, use “Mail” under Course Tools on your e-Courses @ The Valley homepage.

 

·         On the left side of your e-Courses @The Valley screen (under your Course Tools), click  Mail

·         Click on the Create Message button

·         To:  click the Browse for Recipients button, then under “Select Individuals and Groups”, click on the box beside my name under the “To” column. You will see a green check appear in the box.  Now click Save.

·         Subject: Type a reference letting your instructor know what the e-mail is about.

·         Message:  Type your message here.

·         Note that the To, Subject, and Message fields are required.

·         On your “Create Message” screen, click SEND

 

 

The instructor reserves the right to drop a student from this Internet class if the student fails to contact the instructor through the Internet course for two consecutive weeks in a row.    This is solely up to the discretion of the instructor.

 

All students are expected to set aside time to complete all lab assignments and test.  Dates to submit lab assignments and test will be strictly enforced. 

 

It is the student’s responsibility to officially drop a course or verify that the instructor has initiated the drop procedure.  See the counselor at the college that you enrolled at to officially drop from this course.

 

Students that enrolled at Trinity Valley Community College may see a counselor in person to drop this course, or you may fax a request stating that you wish to drop this course. Be sure to also drop the lab.  Fax# 903-675-6209 Attention: Counseling Office.

 

Students that enrolled at other colleges must contact the counselors at the college that completed your enrollment for drop instructions.

 

BEHAVIOR:

• All students are considered mature individuals by the faculty and staff.

 

·         Students are to be responsible, self-motivated, and self-disciplined.

 

• All correspondence (whether hand-written, e-mailed, or phone conversations) with the instructor is to be done in an appropriate business-like manner. 

 

• Every student is to use professional courtesy when corresponding with the instructor and the instructor will do so also.

 

• Inappropriate behavior which continues after the instructor’s reprimand will be dealt with by administration.

 

OTHER INFORMATION

 

HONESTY AND INTEGRITY

 

I live by a very simple code:  I will not lie, cheat, or steal nor will I tolerate those who do.  That means one strike and you are out.  If you cheat in this class, you will either withdraw or receive a grade of F.

 

Cheating includes:

 

a.       Copying another student’s work.

b.      Turning in work/claiming work created by another student.

c.       Using unauthorized materials during quizzes and tests.

d.      Seeking aid from another student during a test.

e.       Knowingly using, buying, selling, stealing, or soliciting, in whole or in part, the contents of a test.

f.       Providing or obtaining images of a test.

g.      Using digital imaging or texting during an assignment or test.

h.      The unauthorized removal, in whole or in part, of a test from the classroom.

i.        Using another student as a substitute during a test.

j.        Bringing another person to obtain a test or information about a test.

 

Bottom line:  You know what cheating is.  Don’t do it.  If you truly do not know what cheating is, please see me.

 

 

DISHONESTY WILL NOT BE TOLERATED IN THIS CLASS.

 

 

CLASS COMMUNICATION:

 

Remember, the first place to solve any problem is to first talk to me. Please e-mail me at the earliest possible time if a problem arises.  

 

To do this, use “Mail” under Course Tools on your e-Courses @ The Valley homepage.

 

·         On the left side of your e-Courses @The Valley screen (under your Course Tools), click  Mail

·         Click on the Create Message button

·         To:  click the Browse for Recipients button, then under “Select Individuals and Groups”, click on the box beside my name under the “To” column. You will see a green check appear in the box.  Now click Save.

·         Subject: Type a reference letting your instructor know what the e-mail is about.

·         Message:  Type your message here.

·         Note that the To, Subject, and Message fields are required.

·         On your “Create Message” screen, click SEND