CS 120 Computer Digital Literacy Instructor: Paul Schlegelmann Class Room: MKH-105 Email: paul.schlegelmann@linnbenton.edu Class Time: Tue/Thu 10:00-11:50am Office: N/A CRN: 23998 Phone: N/A Course ID: paris95915 CS120 COMPUTER DIGITAL LITERACY COURSE DESCRIPTION AND OBJECTIVES This course is designed as a survey course to familiarize students with computer concepts including software and hardware, software applications, and living online leading towards digital computer literacy. Students will be introduced to Windows file management, Internet and email concepts and techniques including professionalism and etiquette, word processing, spreadsheet software, and presentation graphics skills in a hands-on setting. REQUIRED COURSE MATERIALS Textbook bundle, ISBN: 9780134037523, which includes: o GO! All in One 2 nd Edition, Gaskin, Graviett, Geoghan o GO! with Microsoft Windows 7 Getting Started, Gaskin, Ferrett o MyitLab Access Code OR you may purchase the etext and MyITLab access code bundle - ask your instructor for details. USB thumb drive with a minimum capacity of 2GB Internet access MyITLab login (included with the textbook bundle or available for separate purchase from www.myitlab.com) LEARNER OUTCOMES Students will be able to analyze the relationship between hardware and software for personal as well as business use; utilize computer operating systems to efficiently manage electronic files and folders in an organized manner; manage an operating system environment including firewalls, fraud protection, backup systems, etc.; create and edit documents using word processing software; create and edit spreadsheets and charting using spreadsheet data; and create and edit effective presentations using presentations software.
HOMEWORK Thoroughly reading, studying, and practicing each chapter is highly recommended. There is a great deal of support material for each chapter take advantage of this material. The Course Schedule identifies specific homework deadlines. Late homework will not be accepted, no exceptions. Many students use their personal computer equipment to complete homework assignments if they have the appropriate hardware & software (be sure to check with your instructor about the hardware and software required). Homework can also be completed in the following locations: Forum Computer Lab F204 Albany campus Benton Center Computer Lab BC225 and Learning Center BC222 Lebanon Center Computer Lab LC219 McKenzie Hall classroom labs when available There is homework to be done in your book with instructions in the book for this. There is also homework to be completed in MyITLab with instructions for this in MyITLab. Don t confuse the two, and read directions carefully. Data Files for the class can be found on the school computer network in: M:\Computer Systems\Paul Schlegelmann\Pick up Data\CS120\Student Data Files All homework is due at the beginning of class on its due date unless otherwise directed. EVALUATION Grades will be determined according to the following schedule: Participation: Will be factored into grade Homework: 60% Exams: 40% A: 90 100% B: 80 89% C: 70 79% D: 60 69% F: < 60% P: = 70% NP: < 70% A grade of C or higher is considered passing. Y grades will not be given. ACADEMIC HONESTY Each student is responsible for his/her own work. Copying is not permitted and will result in a grade of zero for that assignment/quiz/test and will be reported to the Dean of Students.
Helping, or being helped by, another student during an exam will be considered a breach of academic honesty and is grounds for receiving a zero grade and/or failing the course among other possible remedies. CLASSROOM CONDUCT Please silence cell phones and do not use during class Please do not bring other electronic devices to class including laptops, ipods, ipads, etc. No food or drink in the classroom Please respect the learning environment of others and keep distractions to a minimum LBCC CENTER FOR ACCESSIBILITY RESOURCES Students who may need accommodations due to documented disabilities, who have medical information which the instructor should know, or who need special arrangements in an emergency, should speak with the instructor during the first week of class. If you have not accessed services and think you may need them, please contact the Center for Accessibility Resources, 541-917-4789. If you have documented your disability, remember that you must complete a Request for Accommodations form every term in order to receive accommodations. LBCC COMPREHENSIVE STATEMENT OF NONDISCRIMINATION LBCC prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, ethnicity, use of native language, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran status, age, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws. LBCC STATEMENT OF INCLUSION The LBCC community is enriched by diversity. Each individual has worth and makes contributions to create that diversity at the college. Everyone has the right to think, learn, and work together in an environment of respect, tolerance, and goodwill (related to Board Policy #1015).
CS120 Digital Literacy Tentative Course Schedule, Fall 2014 Date Activity Assignment Due Week 1 9/30 Course Introduction Instructor: Go over syllabus Instructor: Introduction 10/2 Computers and Information Processing lecture Week 2 Read Chapter 1, pp 3 21 Check Your Knowledge 1A Chapter 1 IT Sim: What is a Computer? Chapter 1 IT Sim: Mini-Quiz Chapter 1: End-of-Chapter Quiz 10/7 10/7 Hardware lecture Read Chapter 6, pp 249 272 Check Your Knowledge 6A Chapter 6 IT Sim: Hardware Chapter 6 IT Sim: Mini-Quiz Chapter 6: End-of-Chapter Quiz 10/9 System Software lecture Read Chapter 9, pp 387 414 Check Your Knowledge 9A Chapter 9 IT Sim: System Software Chapter 9 IT Sim: Mini-Quiz Chapter 9: End-of-Chapter Quiz 10/9 10/14
Week 3 10/14 Getting Started with Windows 7 lecture 10/16 Getting Started with Windows 8.1 lecture Week 4 10/21 Review for Exam #1 in class In the textbook, GO! with Microsoft Windows 7 Getting Started: Read Chapter 1, pp 1 47. In the textbook AND MyITLab (Windows 7 folder): Complete Project 1A as you read Chapter 1 Upload files you create Complete Project 1B as you read Chapter 1 Upload files you create In MyITLab (Windows 7 folder), complete the following: Windows 7 Getting Started End-of-Chapter Quiz Instructor: Introduction to the Windows 8.1 Virtual Machine Read Chapter 2, pp 27 79 Complete Project 2A as your read Chapter 2 - Upload files you create. Complete Project 2B as your read Chapter 2 - Upload files you create. Complete Project 2F (pp.93-94) Upload files you create to MyITLab Chapter 2: Prepared Exam 10/16 10/21 10/23 Exam #1 Take Exam #1 in class
Week 5 10/28 The Internet lecture Read Chapter 4, pp 153 184 Check Your Knowledge 4A Chapter 4 IT Sim: Internet Chapter 4 IT Sim: Mini-Quiz Chapter 4: End-of-Chapter Quiz 10/30 10/30 Networks, Security, and Privacy lecture Week 6 11/4 Using Internet Explorer, Microsoft Cloud Computing, and OneNote lecture Read Chapter 12, pp 541 573 In MyITLab complete the following: Check Your Knowledge 12A Chapter 12 End-of-Chapter Quiz Read Chapter 5, pp 191 214 and pp 218 231 (skip Objective 7) Complete Project 5A as you read Chapter 5 Upload files you create Complete Project 5B as you read Chapter 5 Upload files you create In MyITLab complete the following: Chapter 5 End-of-Chapter Quiz 11/4 11/6 11/6 Exam #2 Take Exam #2 in class Week 7 11/11 HOLIDAY (Veterans Day) NO SCHOOL
11/13 Application Software lecture Read Chapter 15, pp 717 745 Check Your Knowledge 15A Chapter 15 End-of-Chapter Quiz 11/18 Week 8 11/18 Introduction to Microsoft Office 2013 Features lecture Read Chapter 3, pp 95 143 Complete Project 3A as you read Chapter 3 Upload files you create Complete Project 3B as you read Chapter 3 Upload files you create Chapter 3 Topic-Based Simulation Exam Chapter 3 Prepared Exam 11/20 11/20 Creating Documents with Microsoft Word 2013 lecture Read Chapter 7, pp 279 319 Complete Project 7A as you read Chapter 7 Upload files you create Complete Project 7B as you read Chapter 7 Upload files you create Chapter 7 Topic-Based Simulation Training Chapter 7 Grader Project 11/25
Week 9 11/25 Creating Worksheets with Column Charts using Microsoft Excel 2013 lecture 11/27 HOLIDAY (Thanksgiving) NO SCHOOL Read Chapter 10, pp 421 466 Complete Project 10A as you read Chapter 10 Upload files you create Complete Project 10B as you read Chapter 10 Upload files you create Chapter 10 Topic-Based Simulation Training Chapter 10 Grader Project 12/2 Week 10 12/2 Creating Tables and Inserting Functions and Charts lecture Read Chapter 11, pp 481 523 Complete Project 11A as you read Chapter 11 Upload files you create Complete Project 11B as you read Chapter 11 Upload files you create Chapter 11 Topic-Based Simulation Training Chapter 11 Grader Project 12/4
12/4 Creating and Editing Presentations with Microsoft PowerPoint 2013 lecture Week 11 Finals Week Read Chapter 13, pp 579 621 Complete Project 13A as you read Chapter 13 Upload files you create Complete Project 13B as you read Chapter 13 Upload files you create Chapter 13 Topic-Based Simulation Training Chapter 13 Grader Project 12/9 12/9 Exam #3 Exam #3 - Tuesday, December 9, 9:30-11:20am in the same classroom