COSC-1301 Introduction to Computing


Credit Spring 2022

Section(s)

Course Requirements

Course Requirements

Grade Policy:

Grade will be assigned based both on concepts and practical application. Exams, and lab projects will be a part of the grade. An overall grade will be assigned on the following grading scale:

Minimum

Maximum

Grade

1,395

1,550

A

1,240

1,394

B

1,085

1,239

C

930

1,084

D

0

929

F

 

Each student’s grade for this course consists of non-comprehensive exams on concepts, Lab exams, and chapter homework on Microsoft office 2019 applications.

All assignments are due on the dates in the Blackboard course or the Cengage site. No credit will be given for exercises received after 24 hours from assignment date. Scheduling of computer time outside of regular lab time is the student’s responsibility. Availability of computers is NOT an excuse for being late with any assignment.

 

How many?

Activity

Pts. Each.

Pts. For activity

 

1

Orientation Quiz

50

50

MindTap

MS Office /

SAM activities

4

LAB Exams

100

400

13

Chapter Homework Assignments

50

650

MindTap

Concepts Exams / Ch. 1 - 6

2

Concept Exams

100

200

6

Module Skills Training

25

150

6

Modules Concept Practice Exams

25

150

Total possible points

1,550

The concepts exams are based on the lectures for chapters 1-6. The lab exams are SAM based and cover Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, and Access.

There are no makeup EXAMS in this course. If you miss an exam you will receive a grade of ZERO for that exam.

Students are expected to read and study the assigned material, per course schedule, BEFORE each class.

Readings

Approved Course Texts/Readings:

MindTap for Cable/Freund/Monk/Sebok/Starks/Vermaat's The Shelly Cashman Series Collection, Microsoft® Office 365 & Office 2019.
ISBN-13: 9780357026229: (E-book, MindTap and SAM Access)

Course Subjects

Week

Monday

Concepts

Lecture

MindTap Modules 1-6 Due Dates

Lab

Session

SAM MS Office

Homework

SAM MS Office

Due Dates

1

1/19/22

Course orientation

 

Lab Orientation/SAM

 

 

2

1/24/22

Module 1

Reading, Concept skills training, practice exam

Word Module 1 – Creating a Document

Word Module 1 SAM Project A

X

1/26/22

 

 

Word Module 2 – Formatting a Long Document

 

 

3

1/31/22

 

X

 

Word Module 2 SAM Project A

 

X

2/2/22

Module 2

Reading, Concept skills training, practice exam

Word Module 3 – Enhancing a Document

 

 

4

2/7/22

 

 

 

Word Module 3 SAM Project A

X

2/9/22

 

 

Word Modules 1-3 Sam Capstone Project

 

X

5

2/14/22

 

X

PowerPoint Module 1 – Creating a Presentation

PowerPoint Module 1 SAM Project A

X

2/16/22

Module 3

Reading, Concept skills training, practice exam

PowerPoint Module 2 – Enhancing a Presentation

 

 

6

2/21/22

 

 

 

PowerPoint Module 2 Sam Project A

X

2/23/22

 

 

PowerPoint Module 3 – Inserting Word Art, Charts, & Tables

 

 

7

2/28/22

 

X

 

PowerPoint Module 3 Sam Project A

X

3/2/22

Concept exam (chapter 1-3)

X

PowerPoint Modules 1-3 SAM Capstone Project

 

 

8

3/7/22

Module 4

Reading, Concept skills training, practice exam

Excel Module 1 – Creating a Workbook

 

X

3/9/22

 

 

 

Excel Module 1 SAM Project A

 

9

3/21/22

 

 

Excel Module 2 – Formatting a Worksheet

 

X

3/23/22

 

X

 

Excel Module 2 SAM Project A

 

10

3/28/22

Module 5

Reading, Concept skills training, practice exam

Excel Module 3 – Working with Formulas and Functions

 

X

3/30/22

 

 

 

Excel Module 3 SAM Project A

 

11

4/4/22

 

 

Excel Module 4 – Inserting and Formatting Charts

 

X

4/6/22

 

X

 

Excel Module 4 SAM Project A

 

12

4/11/22

Module 6

Reading, Concept skills training, practice exam

Excel Modules 1-4 Sam Capstone Project

 

X

4/13/22

 

 

Access Module 1 – Creating a Database

 

 

13

4/18/22

 

 

 

Access Module 1 SAM Project A

X

4/20/22

 

X

Access Module 2 – Maintaining and Querying a Database

 

 

14

4/25/22

Concepts exam (chapter 4-6)

X

 

Access Module 2 SAM Project A

X

4/27/22

 

 

Access Module 3 – Creating Forms and Reports

 

 

15

5/2/22

 

 

 

Access Module 3 SAM Project A

X

5/4/22

 

 

Access Modules 1-3 Sam Capstone Project

 

 

16

5/9/22

 

 

 

 

 

5/11/22

 

 

 

 

 

Student Learning Outcomes/Learning Objectives

Course Description: Overview of computer systems—hardware, operating systems, and microcomputer application software, including the Internet, word processing, spreadsheets, presentation graphics, and databases. Current issues such as the effect of computers on society, and the history and use of computers in business, educational, and other modern settings are also studied. This course provides the required computer literacy core competencies that all students need to attain by graduation.

Pre-requisite: Reading – R.
Keyboarding and mouse operation skills recommended.

Course Rationale: This course meets the Computer Literacy course requirements as defined by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board. This course is included in several degree plans and certificates including:

• Associate of Applied Science – Computer Programming
• Associate of Applied Science – Web Programming
• Associate of Applied Science – Local Area Network Administration
• Associate of Applied Science – User and Computer Support
• Associate of Applied Science – Game and Visualization Programming • Associate of Applied Science – Information Technology Application • Associate of Applied Science – Security Administration
• Associate of Applied Science – Software Testing

 

 

Course Objectives/Learning Outcomes:

The students will learn to “use computer-based technology in communicating, solving problems, and acquiring information”. Students will have an “understanding of the limits, problems, and possibilities associated with the use of technology, and acquire the tools necessary to evaluate and learn new technologies as they become available”. After successful completion of this course, students should be able to:

  1. Define and describe the hardware used in information technology (IT).
  2. Define and describe the types of software used in IT.
  3. Delineate and discuss societal issues involving the use of IT and networks.
  4. Demonstrate the ability to create and use documents, spreadsheets, presentations and
    databases in order to communicate and store information as well as to support problem
    solving.
  5. Use IT to acquire, differentiate and evaluate information and technology.

SCANS (Secretary’s Commission on Achieving Necessary Skills):

Refer to http://www.austincc.edu/cit/courses/scans.pdf for a complete definition and explanation of SCANS. The following list summarizes the SCANS competencies addressed in this particular course:

RESOURCES

1.1 Manages Time

INTERPERSONAL

INFORMATION

3.1 Acquires and Evaluates Information 3.2 Organizes and Maintains Information 3.3 Uses Computers to Process Information

SYSTEMS

4.1 Understands Systems 4.2 Monitors and Corrects Performance

TECHNOLOGY

5.1 Selects Technology 5.2 Applies Technology to Task

BASIC SKILLS

6.1 Reading 6.5 Listening

THINKING SKILLS

7.2 Decision Making 7.3 Problem Solving 7.4 Mental Visualization

7.5 Knowing How to Learn
7.6 Reasoning

PERSONAL SKILLS

8.1 Responsibility 8.2 Self-Esteem
8.3 Sociability
8.4 Self-Management 8.5 Integrity/Honesty

 

Office Hours

M T W Th 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM HLC 1130.01

NOTE These are the 1/2 hours before my Dual Credit high school sections for Swift programming.

M W 2:30 PM - 3:00 PM HLC.1 2412

NOTE This is the 1/2 hour before the fundamentals of programming section meets.

M W 5:40 PM - 7:20 PM DIS

NOTE During COSC 1301 lecture, request a time for us to meet online for helpo.

Office Hours

M T W Th 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM HLC 1130.01

NOTE These are the 1/2 hours before my Dual Credit high school sections for Swift programming.

M W 2:30 PM - 3:00 PM HLC.1 2412

NOTE This is the 1/2 hour before the fundamentals of programming section meets.

M W 5:40 PM - 7:20 PM DIS

NOTE During COSC 1301 lecture, request a time for us to meet online for helpo.

Published: 01/31/2022 12:55:28