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NORTH LAKE COLLEGE 5001 N. MacArthur Blvd.

Irving, Texas 75038-3899 DALLAS COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT

COURSE SYLLABUS

BCIS 1405 93431

Spring 2016

Business/Information Technology Learning Center

(972) 273-3450/ Room T135

M-R 8:00am-6:00pm, F 8:00 -4:30pm

This course syllabus is intended as a set of guidelines for (BCIS 1405). Both North Lake College

and your instructor reserve the right to make modifications in content, schedule, and requirements

as necessary to promote the best education possible within prevailing conditions affecting this

course.

INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION:

Name: Ronda Hayes

Email: [email protected]

Office: T125

Phone: 972.273.3403

Office Hours: TBD

COURSE INFORMATION

Course title: Business Computer Applications

Course number: BCIS 1405

Section number: 93431

Credit hours: 4

Class meeting time: INET

Drop Date: 25-FEB-2016

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Course description: BCIS 1405 Business Computer Applications (4) The main focus of this course is on business applications of software, including word

processing, spreadsheets, databases, presentation graphics, and business-oriented use of

the Internet. Topics include computer terminology, hardware, software, operating

systems, and information systems. BCIS 1405 course will meet the core curriculum

and/or Associate in Arts or Associate in Sciences requirement. This course will fulfill

DCCCD's degree requirements only if this course has been successfully completed and

the date of completion does not exceed 10 years. (3 Lec., 3 Lab.)

Course prerequisites:

Developmental Reading 0093 or English as a Second Language (ESOL) 0044 or have

met the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) standard in Reading. Computer keyboarding skill

is highly recommended.

Required Textbooks and Materials

Lecture Book Title: Computing Essentials for an IT Age

Author: Hayes, Ronda D.

ISBN: 978-1-4652-3431-5

Required Software

All files in this course are created using Microsoft Office 2013 or 2010.

Windows files are for Windows 7, 8, and XP

Windows 7, 8, or XP

MS Word (2013 or 2010)

MS Excel (2013 or 2010)

MS PowerPoint (2013 or 2010)

MS Access (2013 or 2010)

MS Office is available to all students, free of charge for both Windows and Mac

users. However, MS Office DOES NOT make Access for Mac. See ecampus for

details.

NOTE: You can also use LibreOffice, which is an Open Source software package. A free

download can be obtained at http://www.libreoffice.org. The labs are written for the use

of MS Office 2013 and 2010, therefore some options will be different when using an

older version of MS Office or LibreOffice.

Please check your computer EARLY in the semester to ensure you have the necessary

software, especially MS Access. LibreOffice does have a database (Base), which can be

used with Windows, however you cannot use Base on a Mac.

Mac Users:

MS Office has a version for Mac (Office 2011). It includes a word processor, spreadsheet

program, and a presentation program, however it does not include a database program. If

you do not have MS 2011 you can use LibreOffice (discussed above), however you will

have to use Access or LibreOffice Base on a Windows machine.

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COURSE OBJECTIVES

As a student in this course, you will learn about a comprehensive range of various

computer concepts. You will explore computer software, hardware, and file management.

Next you will learn about the Internet, Web, and e-mail basics. You will also explore the

fundamentals of networks, eCommerce, systems analysis and design for IT systems; and

IT Ethics and Careers.

In addition to lecture, this course consists of hands-on labs.

Specific Learning Objectives: o Terminology

o Memory

o Hardware

o Software

o File management

o Basics of networking

o Internet

o Computer Ethics

o IT Careers

o Basics of Databases

o Navigating Windows

o Navigating a Word Processor program

o Navigating a Spreadsheet program

o Navigating a Presentation software program

o Navigating a Database program

Specific Course Learning Outcomes

Skills needed by students to successfully complete assignments / course:

Understanding of the follow theoretical concepts: a. Terminology

b. Memory

c. Hardware

d. Software

e. File management

f. Basics of networking

g. Computer Ethics

h. Computer history

i. IT Careers

j. Basics of Databases

k. Systems Analysis and Design

l. Internet

4 In order to successfully complete assignments / course, students must successfully

demonstrate the ability to apply the theory of utilizing the following applications to

solve business related problems:

a. Navigating Windows

b. Navigating Word Processing software

c. Navigating Spreadsheet software

d. Navigating Presentation software

e. Navigating Database software

COURSE OUTLINE For a detailed course outline, see Appendix A.

Means of Assessment of Course Learning Outcomes

Assessment methods will include the following:

Quizzes

Exams / Tests

Lab Assignments (hands on)

Evaluation Procedures

Method Number of Points ea. Total

Tests 3 100 300

Quizzes 5 20 100

Lab Assignments 5 1. Windows lab – 53 pts

2. Word Projects – 75 pts

3. Excel Projects – 89 pts

4. PowerPoint lab – 56 pts

5. Access lab – 82 pts

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Exams and Assignments

Method Number

of

Type of

Exam

Type of Assignment

Tests 3 Multiple choice

True / False

Quizzes 5 Multiple choice

True / False

Lab

Assignments

5 Hands-on

1. Windows

2. Word

3. Excel

4. PowerPoint

5. Access

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Detailed Distribution of Points per Assignment

Tests, quizzes, labs, course project, and discussion / participation / group work will be

measured using a point system. The point system is as follows:

Method Material Covered Points ea. Total

Test 1 Chapters 1 – 5 100

Test 2 Chapters 6 – 10 100

Test 3 (final exam) Chapters 1 – 10 100

Total Test 300

Quiz 1 Chapters 1 & 2 20





Total Quizzes 100

Windows Labs 1-5 Lesson 1 – Windows Basics

Lesson 2 – Working with Folders and

Disks

Lesson 3 – File and Folder

Management

Lesson 4 – Working with

Applications

Lesson 5 – Customizing the Taskbar

and Desktop

7 pts

10 pts

16 pts

8 pts

12 pts

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Word Lab Projects The following topics will be

covered in a Word project.

Project 1 – Cover Letter

Project 2 – Resume

Project 3 – Columns, Tables,

Graphics

Below are the actual lab lessons

you are to use as a reference to

learn how to do specific tasks. You

are only required to do the there

(3) Word project above.

Level 1

Lesson 2 – Editing Text

Lesson 3 – Formatting Text

Lesson 4 – Working with Paragraphs

Lesson 5 – Working with Pages

Level 2

Lesson 2 – Columns and Tables

Lesson 3 – Working with Graphics

Lesson 5 – Working with Document

Sections

15 pts

30 pts

30 pts

75

Excel Lab Projects The following topics will be

covered in an Excel project.

Project 1 – Personal Budget

Project 2 – Budget using financial

and logical functions

Project 3 – Tables and Charts

25 pts

32 pts

32 pts

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Below are the actual lab lessons

you are to use as a reference to

learn how to do specific tasks. You

are only required to do the there

(3) Excel project above.

Level 1

Lesson 1 – Excel Basics

Lesson 2 – Working with Data

Lesson 3 – Editing a Worksheet

Lesson 4 – Formatting a Worksheet

Lesson 5 – Page Setup and Printing

Lesson 6 – Formulas and Functions

Lesson 7 – Modifying Workbooks

Level 2

Lesson 1 – Working with Tables

Lesson 2 – Working with Charts

Lesson 5 – Financial and Logical

Functions

PowerPoint Lab 1-6 Level 1

Lesson 1 – PowerPoint Basics

Lesson 2 – Inserting and Modifying

Text

Lesson 3 – Working with Graphics

Lesson 5 – Presentation Output

Lesson 4 – Tables and Charts

Level 2

Lesson 2 – Animation Techniques

Data from Other Sources

7 pts

8 pts

5 pts

4 pts

10 pts

12 pts

10 pts

56

Access Lab 1 – 7 Level 1

Lesson 1 – Access Basics

Lesson 2 – Working with Tables

Lesson 3 – Working with Data

Lesson 4 – Working with Queries

Lesson 5 – Creating Forms

Lesson 6 – Creating Reports

Level 2

Lesson 1 – Database Relationships

6 pts

12 pts

13 pts

15 pts

13 pts

8 pts

15 pts

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Total Labs 355

Total Course Points 755

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GRADING SCALE

Letter grades will be determined using an accumulation of points as outlined

below. Grades WILL NOT be curved after the total semester points have

been tabulated. There is no EXTRA CREDIT for this course. Please do not

request.

Points Letter Grade

676 – 755 A

600 – 675 B

525 – 599 C

449 – 524 D

448 and Below F

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COURSE SCHEDULE – MAY BE MODIFIED AT THE DISCRETION OF THE

INSTRUCTOR. WEEK / DATE

Spring 2016 LECTURE ASSIGNMENT LAB ASSIGNMENT

Week 1: 1/20 – 1/24

Introduction to the class

Familiarize yourself with the

lecture section of the Webcom site

by reading all course documents

Orientation (Read the Orientation

Lesson)

Familiarize yourself with the

lab section of the Webcom

site.

Start Windows Labs

Week 2: 1/25 – 1/31 Lesson 1

Lesson 2

Windows – All Windows

Labs Due

Start Word Labs

Week 3: 2/1 – 2/7

Lesson 2

Lesson 3

Quiz 1: Lessons 1 and 2 Due

Word – All Word Labs Due

Start Excel Labs

Week 4: 2/8 – 2/14

Lesson 4

Lesson 5

Quiz 2: Lessons 3 and 4

Test 1 – Chapters 1 – 5 Due

Excel – All Excel Labs Due

Start PowerPoint Labs

Week 5: 2/15 – 2/21

Lesson 6

Lesson 7


PowerPoint – All

PowerPoint Labs Due

Start Access Labs

Week 6: 2/22 – 2/28

Lesson 8

Lesson 9


Access Labs (continued)

Week 7: 2/29 – 3/6

Lesson 10


Take Test 2 – Lessons 6 – 10 Due

Access – All Access Labs

Due

Week 8 – Final Week

3/7 – 3/10

3/10 is on a Thursday

Take Final Exam – Lessons 1 – 10

Due

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TEACHING METHODS:

Lectures: Important material from the text will be covered in the lecture

portion of the eBook, Computing Essentials for an IT Age. Students should

plan to read the material prior to attending class and taking quizzes and tests.

Assignments: There are 5 lab assignments in this course, Windows, Word,

Excel, PowerPoint, and Access. These assignments will require the

following applications/software:

· MS Word

· MS Excel

· MS PowerPoint

· MS Access

Assignments in which I cannot open will receive a grade of zero. For

instance, if you choose to use MS Works, I cannot open that type of file.

Using the above applications will ensure the assignments can be opened.

Late assignments WILL NOT be accepted for any reason. Please DO NOT

email for an extension. Extensions WILL NOT be given.

Quizzes: Five quizzes will be given to help ensure students understand the

assigned material. Each quiz is worth 20 points; quizzes may be 10 questions

for 2 points each or 20 questions for 1 point each. Once the due date and

time for the quiz has expired, a grade of zero will be given.

Exams: Three exams will be given. The exams will be closed book/notes and

will test assigned readings and material discussed in class. Test 1 will cover

chapters 1 – 5, test 2 will cover chapters 6 – 10, and test 3(final exam) will

cover chapters 1 – 10. Tests are 100 points per test for a total of 300 points.

Once the due date and time for the test has expired, a grade of zero will be

given.

LATE WORK: All work is due on Sunday at 11:55pm (unless noted). Any

work received after that will receive a zero. LATE WORK WILL NOT BE

ACCEPTED FOR ANY REASON. DO NOT REQUEST AN EXTENSION.

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DISCIPLINE/ COURSE/ DEPARTMENT/POLICIES These policies may consist of a variety of discipline/program specific policies not

appropriate for every discipline including but not limited to the following examples:

Late Labs (Assignment) Policy:

Late lab assignments will not be accepted for any reason, please do

not request an extension

Tests and quizzes cannot be made up, unless suitable arrangements

have been made prior to the quiz or test, please do not request a

make-up

Student Responsibilities:

It is the responsibility of each student to read the assigned material

prior to attending class. In order to participate in class discussion, it

is imperative to have read the material before attending the class

session.

It is the responsibility of the student to be prepared prior to class.

Classroom Etiquette:

Cell phones and pagers must be muted or turned off. Conversing via

cell phone, whether verbally speaking or texting will not be

tolerated.(online sections does not apply)

Respect for your fellow classmates and your instructor must be

demonstrated.

Attendance is required.(online sections does not apply)

Lateness is not acceptable.(online sections does not apply)

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ARTS, BUSINESS, SPORTS SCIENCE, AND TECHNOLOGY DIVISION

Office Hours: 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Mon-Thu,

8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Fri

Location: T135, Telephone: 972-273-3450

INSTITUTIONAL POLICIES

DCCCD EMERGENCY OPERATING PROCEDURES

http://video.dcccd.edu/rtv/DO/emergency_dcccd.wmv

ACADEMIC DISHONESTY

The Student Code of Conduct prohibits academic dishonesty and prescribes penalties for violations. According to this code, which is printed in the college catalog, "academic dishonesty", includes (but is not limited to) cheating, fabrication, facilitating academic dishonesty, plagiarism, and collusion".

1. The Vice-President of Academic & Student Affairs may initiate disciplinary proceedings against a student accused of academic dishonesty.

2. Academic dishonesty includes, but is not limited to, cheating on a test, plagiarism and collusion.

3. Cheating on a test includes:

a. Copying from another student’s test paper;

b. Using, during a test, materials not authorized by the person giving the test;

c. Collaborating with another student during a test without permission to do so;

d. Knowingly using, buying, selling, stealing, transporting, or soliciting in whole or part the contents of an un-administered test.

e. Substituting for another student, or permitting another student to substitute for you to take a test; and

f. Bribing another person to obtain an unadministered test or information about an unadministered test.

4. “Plagiarism” means the appropriation of another’s work (ideas and/or words) and the unacknowledged incorporation of that work in one’s written work offered for credit. Quotes not identified as quotes constitute a form of plagiarism even if the borrowed ideas are documented.

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5. “Collusion” means an unauthorized collaboration with another person in preparing written work offered for credit.

Academic dishonesty may result in the following sanctions, including, but not limited to:

1. A grade of zero or a lowered grade on the assignment or course.

2. A reprimand.

3. Suspension from the college.

NOTIFICATION OF ABSENCE DUE TO RELIGIOUS HOLY DAY(S)

Students who will be absent from class for the observance of a religious holiday must notify the instructor in advance. Please refer to the Student Obligations section of the college catalog for more explanation. You are required to complete any assignments or take any examinations missed as a result of the absence within the time frame specified by your instructor.

REQUIREMENTS OF THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (A430)

North Lake College provides academic accommodations to students with disabilities, as defined under ADA law. It is the student's choice and responsibility to initiate any request for accommodations. If you are a student with a disability who requires such ADA accommodations, please contact North Lake College's Disability Services Office in person (A430) or by phone at 972-273-3165. http://www.northlakecollege.edu/resources/disability.html

FAMILY EDUCATIONAL RIGHTS AND PRIVACY ACT OF 1974 (FERPA)

In compliance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (FERPA), the College may release information classified as “directory information” to the general public without the written consent of the student. Directory information includes: (1) student name, (2) student address, (3) telephone numbers, (4) date and place of birth, (5) weight and height of members of athletic teams, (6) participation in officially recognized activities and sports, (7) dates of attendance, (8) educational institution most recently attended, and (9) other similar information, including major field of student and degrees and awards received. Students may protect their directory information at any time during the academic year. If no request is filed, directory information is released upon written inquiry. No telephone inquiries are acknowledged. No transcript or academic record is released without written consent from the student, except as specified by law.

ADMINISTRATIVE WITHDRAWAL

Students with valid extenuating circumstances may be eligible for an administrative withdrawal by the Dean of the Division in which the course or courses are taught. An administrative withdrawal will not be awarded to students who simply fail to withdraw prior to the last day to receive a “W.” The request for an administrative withdrawal must be made in writing to the Dean of the Division

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with any supporting documentation attached. This must occur before the last official day of the semester.

DROP POLICY

If you are unable to complete this course, you must officially withdraw by: 25-FEB-2016. Withdrawing is a formal procedure which you must initiate; your instructor cannot do it for you. All Dallas County Community Colleges charge a higher tuition rate to students registering the third time for a course. This rule applies to the majority of credit and Continuing Education / Workforce Training courses. Developmental Studies and some other courses are not charged a higher tuition rate. Third attempts include courses taken at any DCCCD college since the fall 2002 semester. For further information, go online to: http://www.DCCCD.edu/thirdcourseattempt .

STOP BEFORE YOU DROP

For students who enrolled in college level courses for the first time in the fall of 2007, Texas Education Code 51.907 limits the number of courses a student may drop. You may drop no more than 6 courses during your entire undergraduate career unless the drop qualifies as an exception. Your campus counseling/advising center will give you more information on the allowable exceptions. Remember that once you have accumulated 6 non-exempt drops, you cannot drop any other courses with a “W”. Therefore, please exercise caution when dropping courses in any Texas public institution of higher learning, including all seven of the Dallas County Community Colleges. For more information, you may access: https://www1.dcccd.edu/coursedrops

FINANCIAL AID STATEMENT

Students who are receiving any form of financial aid should check with the Financial Aid Office prior to withdrawing from classes. Withdrawals may affect your eligibility to receive further aid and could cause you to be in a position of repayment for the current semester. Students who fail to attend or participate are also subject to this policy.

To apply for financial aid in the DCCCD, students must complete FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) on the web at: http://www.fafsa.ed.gov

COUNSELING SERVICES (A311)

Counseling services for personal issues are provided to all students currently enrolled at North Lake College at NO CHARGE. These services are provided by licensed professionals who are bound by confidentiality (within ethical parameters). With the assistance of a counselor, students are able to identify, understand, resolve issues and develop appropriate skills. To make an appointment call 972-273-3333 or visit A311.

For additional information, go to:

http://northlakecollege.edu/services-and-resources/health-and-wellness/counseling-

services/Pages/default.aspx

http://www.dcccd.edu/thirdcourseattempt

https://www1.dcccd.edu/coursedrops

http://www.fafsa.ed.gov/

http://northlakecollege.edu/services-and-resources/health-and-wellness/counseling-services/Pages/default.aspx

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THE ACADEMIC SKILLS CENTER (ASC)

The ASC is designed to provide the following assistance to students:

An ESOL lab with computer access.

Free tutoring for students enrolled in Foreign Language courses.

The iRead Lab offers individual and small group tutoring, as well as workshops, to help current students improve their reading, study, and test taking skills.

The Writing Center to help students clarify writing tasks, understand instructors’ requirements, develop and organize papers, explore revision options, detect grammar and punctuation errors, properly use and document sources, and improve their writing skills.

The Online Writing Lab (OWL) allows students to submit papers to our writing tutors electronically and get feedback within 24-72 hours. The OWL can be accessed through eCampus.

o After logging on to eCampus, click on the Community Tab at the top.

o Type “Owl” in the search field and click “Go.”

o Next, click on the double drop-down arrows next to “NLC-OWL2,” and then click on “Enroll.”

o Once enrolled, students can receive services from the OWL.

The Blazer Internet Lounge with 12 computers, additional open seating, and WiFi Internet access.

For more information or to schedule a tutoring appointment, come by A-332 or call 972-273-3089.

TESTING CENTER (A 425)

Monday-Thursday: 8:30 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.

No tests will be issued after7:00 p.m. Other cut-off times may be in effect for specific exams by the instructor’s direction. All exams collected at 8:00 p.m.

Friday-Saturday: 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

No tests will be issued after 2:30 p.m. Other cut-off times may be in effect for specific exams by the instructor’s direction. All exams collected at 3:30 p.m.

Sunday – CLOSED

If you instructor requires you to complete an exam in the Testing Center, be sure to have the following information when you request you test:

1. Instructor’s name

2. Subject, course number, and section number (exp: Speech 1311.7011)

3. Exam number (1st, 2nd, 3rd, etc.)

4. Exam deadline (Get this information from your instructor. The testing staff cannot look up this information on computers).

You should also bring the following supplies:

1. Pencil

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2. Scantron answer sheet

3. A Test Request Form must be completed before entering the Testing Center.

4. Money for coin-return lockers (quarter). Please do not share lockers.

5. Government or school issued photo identification is required & enforced.

You may not bring personal items into the Testing Center. This includes bags, cell phones, and pagers.

Please show courteous and cooperative behavior while using the services provided by the Testing Center.

DO NOT bring children to the Testing Center. You must make arrangements for the care of your children prior to your exam date. The police department will be notified of any unattended children.

DO NOT take any testing materials with you when you leave the Testing Center. This includes the test, answers, charts, scratch paper. These items will be attached to your test.

Questions? Please visit the Testing Center (A 425) or call 972-273-3160.

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SERVICE LEARNING What is Service Learning? Service Learning (SL) is a program in which you will learn and develop through thoughtfully organized service experiences by participating in meeting real community needs. The program combines academic instruction along with active community service that utilizes both critical and reflective thinking skills that assist you in examining your civic responsibilities in the world in which you live. See your eCampus classroom for enrollment instructions.

For questions or concerns, contact the Service Learning Coordinator, Katherine Villarreal, at [email protected] or [email protected].

EXEMPLARY EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES

Discussion of computer and communication terminology

Evaluate the effects and implications of computers and communication

technology on society

Demonstrate knowledge of the impact of technology on the individual’s privacy,

security, lifestyle, work environment, standard of living, and health

Gather information for decision making

Participate in global communities using available technology

Core Curriculum Intellectual Competencies

This course reinforces 6 of the 6 Core Curriculum Intellectual Competencies

defined by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board. The CCI’s identified

by the DCCCD which are reinforced by BCIS 1405 are as follows:

1. READING: Reading at the college level means the ability to

analyze and interpret a variety of printed materials -- books,

articles, and documents.

2. WRITING: Competency in writing is the ability to produce clear,

correct, and coherent prose adapted to purpose, occasion, and

audience.

3. SPEAKING: Competence in speaking is the ability to

communicate orally in clear, coherent and persuasive language

appropriate to purpose, occasion and audience.

4. LISTENING: Listening at the college level means the ability to

analyze and interpret various forms of spoken communication.

5. CRITICAL THINKING: Critical thinking embraces methods of

applying both qualitative and quantitative skills analytically and

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creatively to subject matter in order to evaluate arguments and

to construct alternative strategies.

6. COMPUTER LITERACY: Computer literacy at the college level

means the ability to use computer-based technology in

communicating, solving problems, and acquiring information.

Course Outline (see Appendix A)

Specific Learning Activities (see Appendix B

Learning Activities, Outcomes, and Assessment (see Appendix C)

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Appendix A – Course Outline

Go back to previous location

Theory Application

Orientation

List the basic components of a computer

Turning your computer on and off

Discuss the Windows Operating System

Describe the Windows desktop

Distinguish between Windows and Windows software

Creating a document

Saving a document

Closing a document

Windows

Window manipulation

Creating shortcuts

Tiling / Cascading

Working with menus, dialog boxes

Getting Help

Formatting disks

Text Manipulation

Entering text

Modifying text – font name, color, size

Using Paint

Copy and paste text

Copy and paste between applications

File and folder management

Copy, move, rename, delete files and folders

Working with Recycle Bin

Windows Properties

Modifying background

Center, tile, stretch

Change Mouse properties

Computer Fundamentals

Define the term computer and list the four basic operations that a computer performs.

Explain the information processing cycle as it relates to input, output, processing, and storage.

Distinguish the difference between data and information.

Explain how hardware and

Word

Creating a list

Getting Help

Copy and paste text from a web site

Spelling and Grammar

Copy and paste an Internet image

Using the Thesaurus

Columns, headers, and page numbers, margins, set page

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software comprise a computer system.

Discuss the differences between system software and application software.

Differentiate among categories of computers.

properties

Create and format a table

Using Word Art and Borders

The System Unit

List the components found inside the system unit and explain their use.

Explain the role of the CPU and its impact on system performance.

Differentiate among the control unit, arithmetic logic unit, and registers.

Explain the machine cycle.

List components on the motherboard and explain their role in a computer system.

Discuss the importance of cache L1 and L2.

Distinguish the role of memory, including RAM, ROM, and virtual memory.

Describe the ports on the outside of a computer system and explain their use.

Excel

Entering data

Modify sheet properties

Using functions and formulas (sum(), absolute value, countif(), average())

Copy data between sheets

Using Excel as a database

Setting criteria

Creating charts

Input / Output and Storage Devices

Discuss the purpose of an input device.

Identify various types of pointing devices.

Describe different mouse types.

Identify other types of input devices.

Discuss the purpose of an output device.

Identify various types of monitors.

List four characteristics to consider when purchasing an LCD monitor.

Identify various types of printers.

List four characteristics to

PowerPoint

Creating a presentation

Inserting bullets

Inserting graphics

Using the pen feature

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consider when purchasing a printer.

Explain the differences between memory and storage.

Distinguish between magnetic and optical storage.

List various types of archiving storage methods.

The Operating System and System Software

Define an operating system.

Identify the functions of an operating system.

Explain the boot process.

Discuss the function of virtual memory.

Explain the role of the Windows Task Manager.

Distinguish between the various user interfaces.

Explain the process of file management.

Identify different categories of operating systems

Define utility programs.

Identify and discuss the purpose of common utility programs.

Access

Creating a database

Creating tables

Inserting data

Deleting data

Inserting fields

Deleting fields

Creating forms and form controls – text boxes and list-boxes

Creating relationships

Creating queries

Creating reports

Application Software

Distinguish between different types of application software

Explain the use of business software

Discuss the process of buying software

Discuss the process of installing and managing application software

How the Internet Works

Explain how to access the Internet

Distinguish the difference between the Internet and the Web

Discuss how to use a search engine

Discuss the different services on the Internet

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Explain the role of eCommerce in our society

Discuss safe surfing methods

Networking Fundamentals

Discuss the role of a network

Explain how networks are classified

Distinguish between network topologies

Explain the role of communication protocols

Discuss wired and wireless communication

Discuss cybercrime, privacy, and security

The Computer Industry

Discuss careers and certification

Discuss computer ethics

Information Systems Analysis and Design

Explain Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC)

Discuss the various phases in the SDLC

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Databases and Information Systems

Database Basics

Database Management Systems

Data Storage

Managing Data

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Appendix B - Specific Learning Activities

Go back to previous

Learning Activity

Provide a brief description of the

learning activity.

Learning Outcomes

Briefly list the specific

learning outcomes/

objectives for the activity.

Evaluation /

Assessment

How will the activity

be assessed?

Windows Operating System

Objectives:

Students will utilize the

Windows Operating System to

learn and perform the learning

outcomes in the next column.

Window manipulation,

Creating shortcuts

Tiling / Cascading

Working with menus,

dialog boxes

Getting Help

Formatting disks

Text Manipulation

Entering text

Modifying text – font

name, color, size

Using Paint

Copy and paste text

Copy and paste between

applications

File and folder

management

Copy, move, rename,

delete files and folders

Working with Recycle

Bin

Windows Properties




Ability to perform the

listed learning outcomes –

hands-on

Word Processing Objectives:

Students will utilize Word to



Creating a list

Getting Help

Copy and paste text from

a web site


Copy and paste an

Internet image

Using the Thesaurus

Columns, headers, and

page numbers, margins,

set page properties


Using Word Art and

Borders



hands-on

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Spreadsheet Objectives:

Students will utilize Excel to



Entering data


Using functions and

formulas (sum(), absolute

value, countif(),

average())



Setting criteria

Creating charts



hands-on

Presentation Objectives:

Students will utilize PowerPoint

to learn and perform the learning



Inserting bullets

Inserting graphics




hands-on

Database Objectives:

Students will utilize Access to



Creating a database

Creating tables

Inserting data

Deleting data

Inserting fields

Deleting fields

Creating forms and form

controls – text boxes and

list-boxes


Creating queries

Creating reports

Inserting graphics



hands-on

Orientation

Students will learn the theory of

computer basics. For a more

detailed view, see next column.

List the basic components

of a computer

Turning your computer on

and off

Discuss the Windows

Operating System

Describe the Windows

desktop

Distinguish between

Windows and Windows

software

Creating a document

Saving a document

Closing a document

Quiz and Test

25



computer hardware. For a more


Define the term computer

and list the four basic

operations that a

computer performs.

Explain the information

processing cycle as it

relates to input, output,

processing, and storage.

Distinguish the difference

between data and

information.

Explain how hardware

and software comprise a

computer system.

Discuss the differences

between system software

and application software.

Differentiate among

categories of computers.

Quiz and Test

The System Unit


the system unit. For a more


List the components

found inside the system

unit and explain their use.

Explain the role of the

CPU and its impact on

system performance.

Differentiate among the

control unit, arithmetic

logic unit, and registers.

Explain the machine

cycle.

List components on the

motherboard and explain

their role in a computer

system.

Discuss the importance of

cache L1 and L2.

Distinguish the role of

memory, including RAM,

ROM, and virtual

memory.

Describe the ports on the

outside of a computer

system and explain their

use.

Quiz and Test

26



input, output, and storage

devices. For a more detailed

view, see next column.

Discuss the purpose of an

input device.

Identify various types of

pointing devices.

Describe different mouse

types.

Identify other types of

input devices.


output device.


monitors.


consider when purchasing

an LCD monitor.


printers.



a printer.

Explain the differences

between memory and

storage.

Distinguish between

magnetic and optical

storage.

List various types of

archiving storage

methods.

Quiz and Test

The Operating System and System

Software


operating systems and file

management. For a more


Define an operating

system.

Identify the functions of

an operating system.


Discuss the function of

virtual memory.


Windows Task Manager.

Distinguish between the

various user interfaces.

Explain the process of file

management.

Identify different

categories of operating

systems


Identify and discuss the

purpose of common

utility programs.

Quiz and Test

27



application software. For a more


Distinguish between

different types of

application software

Explain the use of

business software

Discuss the process of

buying software


installing and managing


Quiz and Test



the Internet. For a more detailed


Explain how to access the

Internet


between the Internet and

the Web

Discuss how to use a

search engine

Discuss the different

services on the Internet

Explain the role of

eCommerce in our society

Discuss safe surfing

methods

Quiz and Test



the networking and security. For

a more detailed view, see next

column.

Discuss the role of a

network

Explain how networks are

classified

Distinguish between

network topologies

Explain the role of

communication protocols

Discuss wired and

wireless communication

Discuss cybercrime,

privacy, and security

Quiz and Test


Students will learn about the IT

computer industry. For a more


Discuss careers and

certification


Quiz and Test

Information System Analysis and

Design

Students will have a Systems

Development Life Cycle

(SDLC). For a more detailed


Explain Systems


(SDLC)

Discuss the various

phases in the SDLC

Quiz and Test

28



database management systems.

For a more detailed view, see

next column.

Database Basics

Database Management

Systems

Data Storage

Managing Data

Quiz and Test

29

Appendix C - Activities, Outcomes, Evaluation / Assessment, EEOs and CCICs

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Learning Activity

Provide a brief description of the

learning activity.

Learning Outcomes

Briefly list the specific

learning outcomes/

objectives for the activity.

Assessment

How will the activity

be assessed?

EEO’s &

CCIC’s

Which EEO’s

and CCIC’s

are addressed

by the learning

activity?

Windows Operating System

Objectives:

Students will utilize the

Windows Operating System to



Window manipulation,

Creating shortcuts

Tiling / Cascading

Working with menus,

dialog boxes

Getting Help

Formatting disks

Text Manipulation

Entering text

Modifying text – font

name, color, size

Using Paint

Copy and paste text

Copy and paste between

applications

File and folder

management

Copy, move, rename,

delete files and folders

Working with Recycle

Bin

Windows Properties






hands-on

CCICs 1 – 6

EEOs 1 - 5

Word Processing Objectives:

Students will utilize Word to



Creating a list

Getting Help

Copy and paste text from

a web site


Copy and paste an

Internet image

Using the Thesaurus

Columns, headers, and

page numbers, margins,

set page properties


Using Word Art and

Borders



hands-on

CCICs 1 – 6

EEOs 1 - 5

30

Spreadsheet Objectives:

Students will utilize Excel to



Entering data


Using functions and

formulas (sum(), absolute

value, countif(),

average())



Setting criteria

Creating charts



hands-on

CCICs 1 – 6

EEOs 1 - 5

Presentation Objectives:

Students will utilize PowerPoint

to learn and perform the learning



Inserting bullets

Inserting graphics




hands-on

CCICs 1 – 6

EEOs 1 - 5

Database Objectives:

Students will utilize Access to



Creating a database

Creating tables

Inserting data

Deleting data

Inserting fields

Deleting fields

Creating forms and form

controls – text boxes and

list-boxes


Creating queries

Creating reports

Inserting graphics



hands-on

CCICs 1 – 6

EEOs 1 - 5

Orientation


computer basics. For a more


List the basic components

of a computer

Turning your computer on

and off

Discuss the Windows

Operating System

Describe the Windows

desktop

Distinguish between

Windows and Windows

software

Creating a document

Saving a document

Closing a document

Quiz and Test CCICs 1 – 6

EEOs 1 - 5

31



computer hardware. For a more


Define the term computer

and list the four basic

operations that a

computer performs.

Explain the information

processing cycle as it

relates to input, output,

processing, and storage.


between data and

information.

Explain how hardware

and software comprise a

computer system.

Discuss the differences

between system software

and application software.

Differentiate among

categories of computers.


EEOs 1 - 5

The System Unit


the system unit. For a more


List the components

found inside the system

unit and explain their use.


CPU and its impact on

system performance.

Differentiate among the

control unit, arithmetic

logic unit, and registers.

Explain the machine

cycle.

List components on the

motherboard and explain

their role in a computer

system.

Discuss the importance of

cache L1 and L2.

Distinguish the role of

memory, including RAM,

ROM, and virtual

memory.

Describe the ports on the

outside of a computer

system and explain their

use.


EEOs 1 - 5



input, output, and storage

devices. For a more detailed



input device.


pointing devices.

Describe different mouse

types.

Identify other types of

input devices.


output device.



EEOs 1 - 5

32

monitors.



an LCD monitor.


printers.



a printer.

Explain the differences

between memory and

storage.

Distinguish between

magnetic and optical

storage.

List various types of

archiving storage

methods.

The Operating System and System

Software


operating systems and file

management. For a more


Define an operating

system.

Identify the functions of

an operating system.


Discuss the function of

virtual memory.


Windows Task Manager.

Distinguish between the

various user interfaces.

Explain the process of file

management.

Identify different

categories of operating

systems


Identify and discuss the

purpose of common

utility programs.


EEOs 1 - 5



application software. For a more


Distinguish between

different types of


Explain the use of

business software


buying software


installing and managing



EEOs 1 - 5

33



the Internet. For a more detailed


Explain how to access the

Internet


between the Internet and

the Web

Discuss how to use a

search engine

Discuss the different

services on the Internet

Explain the role of

eCommerce in our society

Discuss safe surfing

methods


EEOs 1 - 5



the networking and security. For

a more detailed view, see next

column.

Discuss the role of a

network

Explain how networks are

classified

Distinguish between

network topologies

Explain the role of

communication protocols

Discuss wired and

wireless communication

Discuss cybercrime,

privacy, and security


EEOs 1 - 5


Students will learn about the IT

computer industry. For a more


Discuss careers and

certification



EEOs 1 - 5

Information System Analysis and

Design

Students will have a Systems


(SDLC). For a more detailed


Explain Systems


(SDLC)

Discuss the various

phases in the SDLC


EEOs 1 – 5



database management systems.

For a more detailed view, see

next column.

Database Basics

Database Management

Systems

Data Storage

Managing Data


EEOs 1 – 5

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