Business Computer Applications CGS 1100 Course Syllabus. Course Title: Course / Prefix Number CGS Business Computer Applications

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1 Business Computer Applications CGS 10 Course Syllabus Course / Prefix Number CGS 10 CRN: Course Catalog Description: Course Title: Business Computer Applications Tuesday 6:30pm Building M Rm 118, Credit: 3 Term: Spring 2016 This course develops professional skills in the use of microcomputer business software. Students will survey and use application programs including word processing, spreadsheets, databases and presentation software and web browsers. Additional activities will include the understanding of basic computer concepts, how to use computers in today s business and academic world and how to access information on the World Wide Web. Instructor: Office Location: Contact Information: By appointment Office Hours: By gruczan@lssc.edu appointment All students are required to use LakeHawk for official college e- mail communications. See the college webpage for instructions on activating LakeHawk . Prerequisites: Textbook and Course Materials: Other Technology and Online Computer Access Requirements: None Guidelines for Microsoft Office 2013 by Nancy Muir and Anita Verno ISBN: Students must have access to a computer with Microsoft Office 2013or Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint) and Internet connectivity. If you do not have a computer that meets these requirements, LSSC s computer labs in our campus Libraries and Learning Centers provide all of the necessary programs needed to complete the work for this course. No other software packages may be utilized to complete course assignments (i.e. Microsoft Office 2003, Microsoft Office 2007, Microsoft Office 20, Microsoft Works, WordPerfect, Pages, or Microsoft Office for Mac). It is the student s responsibility to have an alternative plan if their main computer system fails or encounters technical issues that prevent the completion of required assignments by the specified due date (i.e. complete work on-site at a campus library or learning center, have a secondary computer available, etc.). Computer hardware, software and/or printer problems are not acceptable excuses for incomplete or late assignments. Instructor will not grade assignments submitted late. CGS 10 Spring 2016 Course Calendar Page 1 of 9

2 Students who successfully complete this course will be able to use computers and application software to efficiently and effectively complete common academic and business tasks. Instruction will be based on best practices in the utilization of the applications as defined by the software developer. Course Objectives: (what the course will do) Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs) Assessed in this Course: (what the students take with them beyond this course) Academic Integrity: 1. Students will understand and use safe computing practices. 2. Students will utilize and demonstrate understanding of appropriate terminology as it relates to basic computer concepts. 3. Students will use an operating system to perform basic tasks including file management, Aero desktop experiences and customization to increase work productivity. 4. Students will read and respond to using appropriate professional etiquette. 5. Students will demonstrate an understanding of the academic and social implications of the Internet and other electronic resources in regards to social, ethical and legal issues. 6. Students will create a variety of word-processing documents including memos, letters and multi-page reports using MLA and/or APA styles. 7. Students will create appropriately formatted spreadsheets and charts. 8. Students will demonstrate understanding of the structure of databases. Students will design and create basic tables, forms, queries, and reports. 9. Students will create a presentation to deliver information to an audience.. Students will integrate files and objects between applications. The student Applies word processing software skills appropriate for academic assignment and/or career needs. Applies spreadsheet software skills appropriate for academic assignment and/or career needs. Applies database software skills appropriate for academic assignment and/or career needs. Demonstrates file management skills necessary for academic assignment and/or career needs. The successful functioning of the academic community demands honesty, which is the basis of respect for both ideas and persons. In the academic community, there is an ongoing assumption of academic integrity at all levels. There is the expectation that work will be independently thoughtful and responsible as to its sources of information and inspiration. Honesty is an appropriate consideration in other ways as well, including but not limited to the responsible use of library resources, responsible conduct in examinations, and the responsible use of the Internet. (See college catalog for complete statement.) CGS 10 Spring 2016 Course Calendar Page 2 of 9

3 Important Information for Students with Disabilities: Privacy Policy (FERPA): Attendance / Withdrawal Policies: Any student with a documented disability who requires assistance or academic accommodations should contact the Office for Students with Disabilities immediately to discuss eligibility. The Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD) is located on the Campus, but arrangements can be made to meet with a student on any campus. An appointment can be made by calling and specific information about the OSD and potential services can be found at then go to Quick Links and click on Disability Services. The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) (20 U.S.C. 1232g; 34 CFR Part99) is a Federal law that protects the privacy of a student s education records. In order for your information to be released, a form must be signed and in your records located in the Admissions/Registrar s Office. Punctuality, attendance and class participation are essential for success. Students are responsible for ALL materials discussed in class. If you are late or absent, it is YOUR responsibility to obtain class notes, handouts and lab assignments. Withdrawal Deadline: March, 2016 If you wish to withdraw from the course, you must go to the Admissions Office and submit the formal course withdrawal form by the withdrawal deadline. If you do not complete the course and do not formally withdraw, you will receive a failing grade. Methods of Evaluation: Methods of Evaluation Assignments Discussions and Replies (4 discussions and 2 replies each) Word Test (Objective & 2 Hands on Projects) Excel Test (Objective & 2 Hands on Projects) Access Project (Two Hands on Projects) PowerPoint Presentation (Group Project) Final Exam(Objective & 3 Hands on Projects) Total 400 Points 75 Points 0 Points 0 Points 75 Points 0 Points 150 Points 00 Points Grading Scale: Course Calendar: 900-1,000 points = A points = B points = C Superior Achievement Above-Average Achievement Average Achievement points = D Below-Average Achievement points = F Failing Work See Attached CGS 10 Spring 2016 Course Calendar Page 3 of 9

4 Classroom Rules and Policies: Violence Statement: Syllabus Disclaimer: Be respectful of your instructor and fellow classmates at all times. Food and beverages are forbidden in on-campus computer labs. Please respect the college s rules in this regard if you use one of the computer labs. Cheating If you cheat, some or all of the following actions will be taken: The first instance will result in a zero on the grade involved and may result in a failing grade for the course. The second instance will result in a failing grade for the course. A report of the incident may be forwarded to the Dean of Student Affairs. The Dean may file the report in your permanent record and/or take further disciplinary action. Refer to college catalog for full statement on Academic Integrity. Lake-Sumter State College has a policy of zero tolerance for violence as stated in College Board Rule Appropriate disciplinary action will be taken in accordance with Board Rule Information contained in this syllabus is, to the best knowledge of this instructor, considered correct and complete when distributed to the student. The instructor reserves the right, acting within policies and procedures of Lake-Sumter State College, to make necessary changes in course content or instructional techniques without prior notice or obligation to the student. CGS 10 Spring 2016 Course Calendar Page 4 of 9

5 Course Calendar CGS 10 Spring 2016 Initial Post to the discussions are due by Friday at 11 pm. All assignments and discussion replies are due by Monday at 11 pm unless stated otherwise on the calendar, or by your instructor. Reading Assignments Point Notes & Hints Week 1: Jan. 12 Orientation Attendance Room 118, Building M Introduction, Chapter 2 (pgs ) Replies & assignments due by Monday at 11 pm Getting Started / Orientation in Blackboard assignments including: Orientation discussion/introduction Mock Test Use your LakeHawk account 15 0 Discussions which include your replies are located in the Discussions folder in the week they are assigned. Week 2: Jan. 19 Windows Internet Basics Office Overview Attendance Rm 118, Building M, Week 3: Jan. 26 Word Part 1 Module 2 (pgs ) Module 3 (pgs ) Module 4 (pgs ) Module 5, Chapter 1 (pgs ) Module 5, Chapter 2 (pgs ) Replies & assignments due by Monday 11 pm Discussion: Module 3 project 2, pg. 203 Windows 8.1 quiz Skills 1-11, pgs Exercise B, pg. 281 Exercise C, pg Exercise A, pg Exercise B, pg Your replies are part of your discussion grade so be sure to complete them! CGS 10 Spring 2016 Course Calendar Page 5 of 9

6 Week 4: Reading Assignments Point Notes & Hints Feb. 2 Word Part 2 Module 5, Chapter 3 (pgs ) Business Letter Exercise B, pg Exercise C, pg Business Letter 15 Week 5: Feb. 9 MLA & APA Research Paper Formatting MLA Research Paper Word Part 3 APA Research Paper Week 6: Feb. 16 Word Test Attendance Room 118, Building M Test and replies due by Monday at 11 pm Discussion: File Sharing Word Test includes: Objective (multiple choice & true/false) Hands on Project 1 Hands on Project The Word Test contains three parts. Each part is timed separately. The time starts when you click Begin. Week 7: Feb. 23 Excel, Part 1 Module 6, Chapter 1 (pg ) Module 6, Chapter 2 (pg ) Exercise B, pg. 421 Exercise C, pg. 422 Exercise A, pg Exercise C, pg. 456 CGS 10 Spring 2016 Course Calendar Page 6 of 9

7 Week 8: Reading Assignments Point Notes & Hints Mar. 1 Excel, Part 2 Week - 9 MARCH 15 Excel Test Attendance Room 118, Building M Module 6, Chapter 3 (pg ) Module 6, Chapter 4 (pg ) Exercise A, pg. 486 Exercise B, pg. 487 Exercise B, pg. 508 Project 3, pg. 512 Test and Replies due by Monday at 11 pm Discussion: Information Research Excel Test includes: Objective (multiple choice & true/false) Hands on Project 1 Hands on Project Spring Break March 6 to 13 No School The Excel Test contains three parts. Each part is timed separately. The time starts when you click Begin. Week : Mar. 22 Access Module 7, Chapter 1 (pg ) Module 7, Chapter 2 (pg ) Module 7, Chapter 3 (pg ) Exercise A, pg Exercise B, pg Exercise A, pg. 551 Exercise B pg. 552 Exercise A pg Exercise B pg. 576 CGS 10 Spring 2016 Course Calendar Page 7 of 9

8 Week 11: March 29 Access Test Attendance Room 118, Building M Reading Assignments Point Test and replies due by Monday at 11 pm Discussion: Consumer Research 20 Access Test includes: Hands on Project 1 Hands on Project Notes & Hints The Access Test contains two parts. Each part is timed separately. The time starts when you click Begin. Week April 5 PowerPoint, Part 1 Module 8, Chapter 1 (pg ) Module 8, Chapter 2 (pg ) Exercise B pg. 6 Exercise C pg. 611 Exercise A pg. 627 Exercise B pg. 628 Look ahead Your PowerPoint project is a group project. Week April 5 Week 12-13: Apr. 5 PowerPoint, Part 2 Module 8, Chapter 3 (pg ) Module 8, Chapter 4 (pg ) Exercise A pg Exercise C pg. 652 Exercise A pg. 673 Exercise B pg Week April 5 CGS 10 Spring 2016 Course Calendar Page 8 of 9

9 Week 14: Apr. 12 PowerPoint Project Reading Assignments Point The PowerPoint Presentation Project is your test grade. It is a Group Project. 0 Notes & Hints PowerPoint Presentation to be posted to the Discussion Group Week 15: April 19 Final exam review Study/review for the final exam Final Exam Includes: Objective (multiple choice & true/false) Hands on Word Project Hands on Excel Project Hands on Access Project The Final Exam contains four parts. The objective and hands on parts are timed separately. You will have 120 min (2 hours) to complete all 3 hands on projects. You will have 65 minutes to complete the objective portion. The time starts when you click Begin Final exam will be on Tuesday April 26 th, at 6:00pm. Attendance Room 118, Building M CGS 10 Spring 2016 Course Calendar Page 9 of 9