CIS 110: Introduction to Computers (2-2-3)

Instructor: Jonathan Davis

Fall 2010

Voicemail: 704-484-4158 Class Time: ONLINE

E-mail: davisj@clevelandcommunitycollege.edu Section: OL5
Office Location: Room 3204I
Office Hours: Mondays, Wednesdays 10:15-11:15am & Thursdays 5:00-8:00pm

I. COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course introduces computer concepts, including fundamental functions and operations of
the computer. Topics include identification of hardware components, basic computer
operations, security issues, and use of software applications. Upon completion, students should
be able to demonstrate an understanding of the role and function of computers and use the
computer to solve problems.
Prerequisite: CTS 060 or passing computer placement test score. This course has been
approved to satisfy the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement general education core
requirement in natural science / mathematics (Quantitative Option).

II. REQUIRED COURSE MATERIALS

Textbook:
Shelly, Cashman, Vermaat. (2010). Microsoft Office 2007 Introductory Concepts and Techniques
– Premium Video Edition. Boston: Course Technology Cengage Learning.
ISBN: 0-324-82684-2

Parsons , Oja. (2011). Computer Concepts: Eighth Edition, Introductory. Boston: Course
Technology Cengage Learning.
ISBN: 0-324-78892-4

SAM 2007 Assessment, Projects and Training 5.0 or 6.0

-bundled with textbook if purchased at CCC bookstore
-if textbook not purchased from CCC bookstore SAM can be purchased separately at
www.cengagebrain.com
Type in the SEARCH box: 0-8400-6773-9 : Online Product Price: $64.49

Computer:
This course requires extensive use of computer resources. Students must be able to access a
computer on-campus, computer labs, the CCC library or at home for multiple assignments.

Software:
Access to a version of Microsoft Office 2007 Professional (or Ultimate) including at least the
following components: Word 2007, Excel 2007, Access 2007, and PowerPoint 2007.

Supplies:
USB flash drive (Students should label this media in case of loss).
SkyDrive (available via student.clevelandcommunitycollege.edu account)
Headset/microphone (available in the bookstore)

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III. COURSE GOALS OBJECTIVES
A. To learn the fundamentals of computers and to insure computer literacy at the time of
instruction
B. To recognize the need for and appropriate use of computer software
C. To accomplish an acceptable level of proficiency in the use of the computer as a tool for
business and personal use through the application of word processing, spreadsheet and
database
D. To learn file management features necessary to handle online or traditional courses
E. To use the applications software in creating integrated software projects
F. To introduce students to the latest web technologies and student email

IV. TEACHING METHODS

A. Textbook, software that accompanies textbook, and video demonstrations
B. Chapter “practice” quizzes
C. Discussion Board Forum over the Internet
D. Additional Notes from the instructor posted on the Internet

V. LEARNING ACTIVITIES
A. Discussion of computer technology through Discussion Board postings
B. Completion of textbook assignments
C. Completion of lab assignments
D. Hands-on application of software tasks identified at proficient level skills

VI. CRITICAL / ANALYTICAL THINKING ACTIVITIES

A. Group discussion of key issues and their relation to present and future technology
B. Identification of appropriate software tools to the desired task outcome
C. Guided application of demonstrated software tasks
D. Applications across the curriculum (example: typing a research paper, resume)
E. Use of the Internet

VII. STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES

Upon successful completion of the course, the student should be able to:
A. Explain the reasons/ need for computer competency in the workplace.
B. Identify and utilize acquired computer vocabulary in proper context.
C. Identify basic hardware/software components of the personal computer.
D. Identify major groups of software and their uses.
E. Perform a series of tasks to produce the desired output from selected software.
F. Utilize the Internet for various online tasks including web technologies and student email

VIII. STUDENT REQUIREMENTS

A. Purchase the textbook and required supplies.
B. Attend class (Attendance policy will be enforced).
C. Complete all class assignments and submit through Blackboard within specified deadline. (Late
Policy will be enforced.)

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X. ATTENDANCE POLICY

As stated in the Academic Bulletin & Student Handbook, absences are not to exceed 20% of the
class hours. For a 4-hour, 14-week class that means that you cannot miss more than 2.8 week
(rounded up to 3) sessions.

Exceeding Absences:
If more than 20% absences are incurred, it is your responsibility to communicate with
me in writing(via Blackboard message) regarding the reason to get written permission to
continue the class. As the instructor, I may withdraw you from the course after the
maximum number of absences. It is YOUR (student’s) responsibility to officially
withdraw from the course by filling out the proper form in Student Services, not the
instructor's. Please note that the written communication does not guarantee that you
will be given permission to continue the course, but if allowed, it will be documented as
to the reason the permission was granted and guidelines for continuing the course.
If you miss the exceeded absences and have not been officially withdrawn from the course, you
will receive a grade of an F – Failing, no matter what your average in the course at the time you
exceed the absences.

Your attendance in this class will be based on your completion of the Courseport Student Lab
assignments presented each week under Assignments of the main course. I will be checking
attendance weekly by recording Courseport grades. On your gradesheet, a 0 will represent a 0
for the assignment and an absence for that week.

XI. ACADEMIC HONESTY POLICY

Cleveland Community College expects student to practice academic honesty at all times. CCC
Academic Honesty policy will be enforced. Academic dishonesty refers to (but not limited to)
cheating on tests, examinations, projects, and copying other assigned work.

Plagiarism, a very serious form of academic dishonesty, is work that has been written by
someone other than the student submitting the work or work obtained from an
undocumented or improperly documented resource. Students are responsible for
documenting both direct quotations and paraphrased material. Direct quotations must
appear within quotation marks and must be documented. Paraphrased material (written in
the student’s own words but take from another source) must also be documented completely
and accurately. Policies referring to academic honesty appear in the Academic Bulletin and
Student Handbook.

By participating in this course, completing and submitting assignments students agree:

“I have neither given nor received help on this test/assignment. I am in compliance with the
Cleveland Community College Academic Honesty Policy. The work is my own and proper
documentation was completed, if appropriate.”

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XI. EVALUATION/GRADING SCALE
Evaluation may be based on a combination of student test/quiz scores, homework assignments,
computer lab assignments, and other related projects. Attendance, participation in class
discussions, and adherence to deadlines may also be included in the course grade.

Concepts practice quizzes/labs/exercises 25%

Microsoft Office labs/exercises 30%
Final Exam – Computer Concepts 10%
Final Exam - Microsoft Office 15%
Course Participation/attendance/Courseport 20%

Lab Assignments will be accepted up to the date of the posted deadline. Labs/exercises
will not be accepted after that date. You will receive a zero. Any work completed
before the due date can be submitted in advance.

** Note: There will be no extra credit assigned during this course and assignments will not be
graded on a curve.

The instructor will notify students of their grade status on assignments by updating their grades
on Blackboard. Assignments will be returned to students within 7 days of the assignment due
date. This is to ensure academic integrity. Even if assignments are submitted early, they will not
be returned until after the assignment deadline. Students have access to their grades through
the entire semester via their Blackboard gradebook.

93-100 A 70-76 D*
85-92 B Below 70 F
77-84 C Incomplete I
* usually will not transfer to a 4-year school
[Please note that most of the two-year degree programs – including (but not limited to)
child care, college transfer, and criminal justice programs – require that each student
earn a “C” or higher in this course in order to graduate.]

Auditing and Incomplete Work:

“A student may elect to audit a course or courses by completing the appropriate form in Student
Services. Those auditing receive no credit and do not have to take any examinations;
otherwise, participation in class is on the same basis as a credit student. An audit does not
meet course co/pre-requisite requirements. The fee for auditing is the same as the fee for
credit. By completing the appropriate form in Student Services and notifying the appropriate
instructor, a student may change a course classification from credit to audit until the 75%
point of the term in which he/she is enrolled in the course. Students may change from audit
to credit classification for an enrolled course during the Add Period only. The Add Period is
posted in Student Services each term. (Cleveland Community College Academic Bulletin &
Student Handbook)

An “Incomplete” (I) will be assigned as a final grade if course requirements are not
completed by the end of the semester due to circumstances beyond your control. For you to
receive an incomplete, you must be passing and must have completed a significant portion of
the course. The assignment of “I” will be at my discretion as a result of communication with you
regarding the circumstances. Requirements must be completed in the next semester as
determined by a contract and specified date between me, the instructor, and you, the student.
If the contract is not honored, the grade will automatically turn into an “F.”

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XII. IMPORTANT DATES

Mon, August 30 First day of classes for 14-week online courses

Mon, September 6 Labor Day, no classes
October 4 - 7 Fall Break, no classes
November 17 Last Day to Drop or Change to Audit
November 25 - 27 Thanksgiving, no classes
December 14 Last day of classes

XIII. AUDIOVISUAL RESOURCES

A. Blackboard (online) software
B. Camtasia recorded video demonstrations
C. Software that accompanies the textbook

XIV. BIBLIOGRAPHY
A. Sources from the CCC library
B. Web sites related to the course

XVI. COMPUTER NETWORK USE POLICY

Cleveland Community College provides computer equipment, software, and internet access for
academic uses only. Use of the computer network and software for other purposes is not
acceptable. Your privilege to use these facilities may be revoked by abusive conduct. Abusive
conduct includes, but is not limited to:
a. Installing and/or playing games of any kind.
b. Internet surfing during class time.
c. Transmitting any threatening, defamatory, or obscene messages.
d. Visiting obscene or pornographic web sites.
For a more complete description, see the Academic Bulletin and Student Handbook.

XIX. DISABILITY SERVICES

As stated in the Student Handbook students with special needs should contact the Student
Services Department for assistance such as notetakers, readers, interpreters, etc.

INSTRUCTOR ADDENDUM
Grading and other items in this syllabus are subject to change at the discretion of the instructor.

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