COSC-1301 Introduction to Computing
Timothy Karagias
Credit Summer 2022
Section(s)
COSC-1301-003 (43110)
LEC TuTh 8:55am - 11:10am DIL DLS DIL
LAB TuTh 11:10am - 11:55am DIL DLS DIL
Course Requirements
Each student’s grade for this course consists of non-comprehensive exams on concepts, Lab exams, and chapter homework on Microsoft office 2019 applications.
Each Microsoft Office 2019 Lab is due no later than 11:59pm on the posted due date. Late assignments will be accepted for 24 hours, after assignment date, with a late penalty of 20%. 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.
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Assignment |
Points |
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1 - Participation |
50 |
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2 - Concept Exams |
300 |
|
1 – Final Exam |
100 |
|
1 – Paper/presentation |
60 |
|
4 - LAB Exams |
250 |
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12 of 13 - Chapter Homework Assignments |
240 |
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Total Possible Points |
1000 |
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.
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:
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Max |
Min |
Grade |
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1000 |
895 |
A |
|
894 |
795 |
B |
|
794 |
695 |
C |
|
694 |
595 |
D |
|
594 |
0 |
F |
Readings
Approved Course Texts:
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)
Approved Devices
The course is best completed using a Windows PC. Mac computers may be used with the understanding that Office for Mac is different than Office for Windows and the Mac user will need to make the necessary adjustments to completing the work assigned, for example making arrangements to complete portions of the assignments on a Windows machine. Chromebooks may NOT be used as they are not compatible with MS Office.
Course Subjects
The information posted on this site addresses the syllabus information required by Texas House Bill 2504. The syllabus handed out in class will contain more information than is noted here. The entire syllabus is posted on the Blackboard site for this course. And, the entire syllabus will be handed out in class.
Student Learning Outcomes/Learning Objectives
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.pdffor a complete definition and explanation of SCANS. The following list summarizes the SCANS competencies addressed in this particular course:
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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 |
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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 W 12:40 AM - 1:10 AM Online
NOTET Th 8:25 AM - 8:55 AM Online
NOTEPublished: 06/01/2022 14:15:38