Course Outline School: Department: Course Title: Advancement ASAP - GENERAL ARTS & SCIENCE Computers for Health Care Professionals Course Code: GS 108 Course Hours/Credits: 42 Prerequisites: Co-requisites: Eligible for Prior Learning, Assessment and Recognition: Originated by: N/A N/A Yes Vincent Wong, Mee Chu Cheung, Michael Simons Creation Date: Fall 2012 Revised by: Michael Simons Revision Date: Summer 2014 Current Semester: Fall 2014 Approved by: Chairperson/Dean Students are expected to review and understand all areas of the course outline. Retain this course outline for future transfer credit applications. A fee may be charged for additional copies. This course outline is available in alternative formats upon request.
Course Description This course introduces students to word processing, spread sheet and presentation applications in a Windows-based operating system. Students will be able to use Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint to prepare research report, to do statistical analysis and to prepare a presentation. Students will also develop skills related to basic research technique and APA reference format. As a final project, students will apply the computer skills, research technique and data analysis tools to prepare and prepare a proper referenced health-care related research report and presentation. Program Outcomes Successful completion of this and other courses in the program culminates in the achievement of the Vocational Learning Outcomes (program outcomes) set by the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities in the Program Standard. The VLOs express the learning a student must reliably demonstrate before graduation. To ensure a meaningful learning experience and to better understand how this course and program prepare graduates for success, students are encouraged to review the Program Standard by visiting http://www.tcu.gov.on.ca/pepg/audiences/colleges/progstan/. For apprenticeship-based programs, visit http://www.collegeoftrades.ca/training-standards. Course Learning Outcomes The student will reliably demonstrate the ability to: 1. 2. 3. 4. Use MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint applications. Conduct statistical analysis on health care related data. Prepare properly referenced report using APA format Use basic research skills and web-based resources to study current health-care related issues. Essential Employability Skills (EES) The student will reliably demonstrate the ability to*: 1. Communicate clearly, concisely and correctly in the written, spoken, and visual form that fulfills the purpose and meets the needs of the audience. 2. Respond to written, spoken, or visual messages in a manner that ensures effective communication. 3. Execute mathematical operations accurately. 7. Analyze, evaluate, and apply relevant information from a variety of sources. *There are 11 Essential Employability Skills outcomes as per the Ministry Program Standard. Of these 11 outcomes, the following will be assessed in this course. Global Citizenship and Equity (GC&E) Outcomes N/A Text and other Instructional/Learning Materials Text Book(s): Salem-Wiseman, Lisa, Zaman, Sobia, Writing for Canadian Health Professionals. Nelson Publishing THIS COURSE ADHERES TO ALL COLLEGE POLICIES (See College Calendar) 2
Evaluation Scheme Reflective Journal: Self-reflection regarding program readiness Case Study: The Consequences of Poor Documentation: Real Life Case Studies Topical Research Assignment : Health-care related research report based on the articles available on the Library s database Statistical Research Assignment : Statistical analysis using the health-care related data from Statistics Canada and Centre for Disease Control website. PowerPoint Assignment : Presentation on the topical and statistical research of a health-care related topic. Excel: Creation of a spread sheet and chart that includes the use of formulas and formatting. PowerPoint: Creation of a multi-slide, animated presentation Evaluation Name CLO(s) EES GCE Outcome(s) Outcome(s) Weight/100 Reflective Journal 1 1 5 Case Study 1 1, 2 15 Topical Research Assignment 1, 3, 4 1, 2, 7 20 Statistical Research Assignment 1, 2, 4 1, 2, 3, 7 20 PowerPoint Assignment 1 1 20 Excel 1 3 10 PowerPoint 1 1 10 Total 100% If students are unable to write a test they should immediately contact their professor or program Chair for advice. In exceptional and well documented circumstances (e.g. unforeseen family problems, serious illness, or death of a close family member), students may be able to write a make-up test. All submitted work may be reviewed for authenticity and originality utilizing Turnitin. Students who do not wish to have their work submitted to Turnitin must, by the end of the second week of class, communicate this in writing to the instructor and make mutually agreeable alternate arrangements. When writing tests, students must be able to produce official College photo identification or they may be refused the right to take the test or test results will be void. Student Accommodation It is College Policy to provide accommodation based on grounds defined in the Ontario Human Rights Code. Accommodation may include modifications to standard practices. Students with disabilities who require academic accommodations must register with the Centre for Students with Disabilities. Students requiring accommodation based on other human rights grounds should talk with their professors as early as possible. Please see the Student Accommodation Policy. Use of Dictionaries Any dictionary (hard copy or electronic) may be used in regular class work. Program or School Policies THIS COURSE ADHERES TO ALL COLLEGE POLICIES (See College Calendar) 3
School Of Advancement Policy For Missed Tests And Late Assignments Students who have missed a test and present documented evidence of their absence upon returning to class are permitted to do an alternative assessment, typically completing the assessment within two weeks of returning to class. Students are strongly advised to contact the professor before the scheduled test date. Students who do not contact the professor within 24 hours of the missed class and do not present documented evidence will receive a mark of zero for the assessment. Make-up assessments will not be given. Assignments are due on their due dates. Students who are unable to submit an out-of-class assignment on the day it is due must inform the professor on or before the due date. A mark of 10% will be deducted for each day past the due date unless an alternate due date has been negotiated. A hard copy of the assignment should be presented to the professor for grading and feedback; however, an electronic copy may first be submitted as proof that the work has been completed. There will be no make-up assignments. It is the student s responsibility to keep track of all returned assignment and test / exam marks. Course Policies N/A College Policies Students should familiarize themselves with all College Policies that cover academic matters and student conduct. All students and employees have the right to study and work in an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment and promotes respect and equity. Centennial policies ensure all incidents of harassment, discrimination, bullying and violence will be addressed and responded to accordingly. Academic honesty is integral to the learning process and a necessary ingredient of academic integrity. Academic dishonesty includes cheating, plagiarism, and impersonation. All of these occur when the work of others is presented by a student as their own and/or without citing sources of information. Breaches of academic honesty may result in a failing grade on the assignment/course, suspension or expulsion from the college. For more information on these and other policies, please visit www.centennialcollege.ca/aboutcentennial/college-overview/college-policies. Students enrolled in a joint or collaborative program are subject to the partner institution's academic policies. THIS COURSE ADHERES TO ALL COLLEGE POLICIES (See College Calendar) 4
PLAR Process This course is eligible for Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR). PLAR is a process by which course credit may be granted for past learning acquired through work or other life experiences. The PLAR process involves completing an assessment (portfolio, test, assignment, etc.) that reliably demonstrates achievement of the course learning outcomes. Contact the academic school to obtain information on the PLAR process and the required assessment. This course outline and its associated weekly topical(s) may not be reproduced, in whole or in part, without the prior permission of Centennial College. THIS COURSE ADHERES TO ALL COLLEGE POLICIES (See College Calendar) 5
Topical Outline (subject to change): Week Topics Readings/Materials Weekly Learning Outcome(s) Instructional Strategies Evaluation Name 1 Course Introduction Course Outline Identify the course components and In class presentation, Reflective expectations student introductions Journal -take home Worth 5% 2 Introduction to MS Word Application Writing for Health Sciences Lecture 3 Writing for an Academic Setting - Conducting Research 4 Writing for an Academic Setting Lecture - APA formatting in Word 5 Writing for an Academic Setting Lecture Plagiarism/Research handouts Chapter 1 -Writing for Canadian Health Professionals text examples. Library handouts Chapter 2 -Writing for Canadian Health Professionals text handouts Chapter 2 - Writing for Canadian Health Professional Centennial College Describe proper and accurate health care documentation Demonstrate a working knowledge of Microsoft Word Demonstrate a working knowledge of how to perform research using a variety of health science data bases and online search engines. Demonstrate a working knowledge of basic research techniques Demonstrate a working knowledge of APA formatting to create to a bibliography, cite sources for a research paper in Word. Demonstrate a working knowledge of paraphrasing research notes Demonstrate a working knowledge the use of a quote in the appropriate context In class démonstration & exercices Library tour and presentation conducted by Centennial College librarian In class demonstration & exercices In class demonstration & exercises Formative in class consultation of student Assignment 1 - The Consequence s of Poor Documentatio n: Real Life Case Studies - take home, individual assignment Worth - 15% Assignment 2 -Topical Research Assignment Health-care related research report - in class & take home assignment Worth - 20% Evaluation Date Week 2 Week 3 Week 6 THIS COURSE ADHERES TO ALL COLLEGE POLICIES (See College Calendar) 6
Week Topics Readings/Materials Weekly Learning Outcome(s) Instructional Strategies Evaluation Name Academic Honesty Demonstrate a working knowledge of Turnitin research assignments Policy as a tool to avoid plagiarism Locate and become familiar with the college policy regarding to plagiarism 6 Introduction to MS Excel Application - Spreadsheets 7 Introduction to MS Excel Application Charts examples & handouts examples & handouts Create basic spread sheet and imbedded chart Perform basic mathematical computations using Excel Perform simple formulas in Excel (e.g. average, minimum, maximum & percentage computations) Employ formulas to perform calculations involving large amount of data Create & format bar graphs & pie charts to display data clearly In class discussion and demonstration on the use of Excel. On line excel spreadsheet tutorial. Use of interactive web sites to help develop spreadsheets. In class discussion and demonstration on the creation and formatting of charts. On line excel chart tutorial. Evaluation Date 8 Excel Test examples & handouts 9 Group Dynamics handout Create and perform basic formatting of a spreadsheet and pie chart using Excel. Perform basic mathematical computations using Excel Perform simple formulas in Excel (e.g. average, minimum, maximum & percentage computations) Recognize and appreciate individual unique strengths & preferences Recognize and appreciate the unique strengths & preferences of others Recognize and appreciate howstrengths & preferences impact communication Practical test Interactive group exercise Excel Test - in class Worth - 10% Assignment 3 -Statistical Research Assignment statistical analysis using the healthcare related data from Statistics Canada and Centre for Disease Control website - in Week 8 Week 11 THIS COURSE ADHERES TO ALL COLLEGE POLICIES (See College Calendar) 7
Week Topics Readings/Materials Weekly Learning Outcome(s) Instructional Strategies Evaluation Name class & take home group assignment Worth - 20% 10 Statistical Analysis Demonstrate a working knowledge of how to In class demonstration conduct an online statistical search of Stats & exercises Canada and the Centre for Disease Control. Formative in class examples. Interpret the meaning of various statistical consultation of student calculations in the context they are calculated statistical assignment 11 Introduction to MS PowerPoint Application - Creating a Presentation examples & handouts 12 PowerPoint Test examples. 13 PowerPoint Presentation -final preparation & consultation for project 14 Group PowerPoint Presentation examples. examples & handouts. Demonstrate a working knowledge of how to create, format, edit and present PowerPoint presentation Create and perform basic formatting of a PowerPoint presentation Apply previously taught PowerPoint skills to review presentation and make any necessary corrections and changes Prepare and present a PowerPoint presentation that summarizes previous topical and statistical research. In class demonstration & exercises Practical test Formative in class consultation of student presentation assignment. Group work and feedback from professor Student group presentations PowerPoint Presentation Assignment - in class & take home group assignment Worth - 20% PowerPoint Test - in class practical test Worth - 10% Assignment 4 -PowerPoint Assignment - Presentation on the topical and statistical research of a health-care related topic. Evaluation Date Week 14 Week 12 THIS COURSE ADHERES TO ALL COLLEGE POLICIES (See College Calendar) 8