• Credit Hours: 3
• Classroom Contact Hours per week: 2Hr 40min
• Laboratory Contact Hours per week: 50min

Blackboard course access 1st week of class: Students must access the course in Blackboard (Bb) during the 1st week of class and complete the Orientation Exam. If a student does not take the Orientation Exam in Blackboard during the 1stweek of class s/he will be classified as "Never Attended" and will be dropped from the class.

Course Description: Computer terminology, hardware, software, operating systems, and information systems relating to the business environment will be covered. The main focus of this course is on business applications of software, including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, presentation graphics, and business-oriented utilization of the Internet. (College Catalog description)

Pre-requisite: E-Reading and Writing.

Instructional Methodology:  This course will have both lecture and lab each week. If the students are unable to finish the assigned lab work within the lab time, they will need to visit the CIS open labs. The labs will be based on Microsoft Office (MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Access).

Course Rationale:  This course is designed to teach students the theoretical approach to information technology and management information systems within a business/computer science environment. Practical business computer applications will emphasize word processing, spreadsheets, databases, presentation software, and electronic commerce of the Internet. Since this course is designed to transfer into a bachelor's degree program, check with your degree plan as to what computer science course your college requires.

Microsoft 365:

http://sites.austincc.edu/newsroom/microsoft-office-365-offered-free-to-acc-students-employees/

ACC Computer Science – Computer Lab Hours:

http://cis.austincc.edu/austin-community-college-cit-open-computer-labs-schedule

Tutoring Services:

http://cis.austincc.edu/cis-tutoring-schedules

COPYRIGHT NOTICE

The materials in the Blackboard course site are only for the use of students enrolled in this course for purposes associated with this course and may not be retained or further disseminated.

The content in the Blackboard course site is derivative work from this class textbook publisher provided instructional resources and instructor's notes. This content is distributed under the fair use provisions of the U.S. Copyright Law or the TEACH Act and further copying and redistributing of this material is a violation of the copyright law.

Academic Integrity Guidelines

In this course, students should maintain their Academic Integrity at all times. Students are allowed to collaborate on their course assignments by sharing ideas only. However, students should not present other people's work or AI work as their own. Otherwise, the student will receive a zero grade for that assignment or fail the course if it is detected.

This course honors the ethical practice of acknowledging and citing the sources of information used in students' work. In any writing assignments, Students should give proper credit to the original authors by providing references. This also includes obtaining permission when necessary to use instructional materials from other sources.

Many websites or YouTube videos used in this course are straight for fair use teaching purposes only. No distribution or reproduction is allowed without the author's permission.

Business Driven, Information Systems 9e

Author: Paige Baltzan

Publisher: McGraw-Hill, 2025.

ISBN-13: 9781264638727

THIS IS AN ALL INCLUSIVE TEXTBOOK. Will be available on the first day of class in Blackboard.

Course Objectives/Learning Outcomes:

• Gain familiarity with the concepts and terminology used in the development, implementation and operation of business application systems.
• Explore various methods that Information Technology can be used to support existing businesses and strategies.
• Investigate emerging technology in shaping new processes, strategies and business models.
• Achieve hands-on experience with productivity/application software to enhance business activities.
• Accomplish projects utilizing business theories, Internet resources and computer technology.
• Work with simple design and development tasks for the main types of business information systems.
• Develop an advanced information technology skill, focusing on office productivity software with emphasis on spreadsheet, database, and presentation software.
• Develop advanced techniques for use in data analysis and decision-making using electronic spreadsheet and databases.

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

The following list summarizes the SCANS competencies addressed in this particular course:

For grade and skill acquisition success, it is imperative that students understand and follow the course requirements in this section. If items are unclear, be sure to eliminate the ambiguity.

This course will have 50% lecture and 50% laboratory. The CIS open labs are available for students for work outside of scheduled lab time.

This is a three-hour credit course, which means the time expected for instructions is 3.5 hours a week. This does not include time for reading or completing assignments. Student time varies by student dependent on your ability to read technical material and your previous experience. Students with little technical background may spend as much as 15 to 20 hours a week. This course requires use of Blackboard, email, and Internet postings. The student is expected to complete assignments by a specified time.

Students will receive logins and passwords for the Computer Science labs (when in face-to-face classes). Students are not to share their password or send it through an email. When class announcements are posted, an email message is sent to your ACC email account. Students should check their ACC email account often. If you do not wish to log into your ACC email, then "bounce" your ACC email to your preferred email account.

Students are expected to be committed to success in this course and to complete all labs, projects, quizzes, and exams on time as posted in the schedule. The instructor will respond by email in a timely manner. Effort will be made to respond within 48 hours on week days.

The final course grade will be assigned based both on concepts and practical application. Concepts Smart Books (SB), quizzes, & exams, labs (simulations, quizzes, & projects), and the Application Exam will be a part of the grade. An overall grade will be assigned on the following grading scale:

Orientation Exam (3%)

1. Orientation Exam is available on the first day of the class.
2. You may take the orientation exam as many times as necessary until you get 100.
3. After you get 100, you will be able to see and start working on the class.

Concepts Exams (45%)

1. All exams are administered online and will have a 75 minutes’ time frame.
2. Exams are electronically administered via Blackboard. Paper versions are no supplied.
3. Links to the Exams appear at the end of every Competency Module on Blackboard.
4. Exam procedures must be followed step-by-step to access the exams.
5. The student CANNOT use notes, papers, or other helps during the exams.
6. There are no makeup EXAMS in this course. If you miss an exam, you will receive a grade of ZERO (0) for that exam. The exams are closed book exams.

Labs/Simulations and Quizzes (15%)

1. All the labs are based on Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, & Access applications).
2. The labs will be completed through the integration of the SIMNet app with Blackboard. All the links are available in the Competency Modules in Blackboard.
3. All the labs/assignments must be completed in Blackboard by the due date at 11:59 PM according to the schedule of the class.
4. All the labs have due dates according to the schedule of the class. Therefore, labs cannot be submitted after the due date. Make sure that you submit with enough time from the due time.
5. To receive credit, assignments must completely meet requirements exactly as specified.

Lab Projects (15%)

1. All the project are based on Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, & Access applications).
2. The projects will be downloaded through the integration of the SIMNet app with Blackboard. Complete it using the Microsoft Office Applications on your computer, then submitted in Blackboard through the links available in the Competency Modules in Blackboard.
3. All the projects must be submitted in Blackboard by the due date at 11:59 PM according to the schedule of the class.
4. All the projects have due dates according to the schedule of the class. Therefore, labs cannot be submitted after the due date. Make sure that you submit with enough time from the due time.
5. To receive 100% credit, assignments must completely meet requirements exactly as specified.

Application Assessment (10%)

1. The application assessment based on Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, & Access applications).
2. The assessment will be completed through the integration of the SIMNet app with Blackboard. The link is available in the Competency Modules link in Blackboard.
3. The assessment must be submitted in Blackboard by the due date at 11:59 PM according to the schedule of the class. Therefore, the assessment cannot be taken after the due date.

Smart Books (SB) and Concept Quizzes (12%)

1. All the SB and quizzes are based on business concepts.
2. The SB and quizzes will be completed through the integration of the CONNECT app with Blackboard. All the links are available in the Competency Modules in Blackboard.
3. All the SB and quizzes must be completed in Blackboard by the due date at 11:59 PM according to the schedule of the class.
4. All the SB and quizzes have due dates according to the schedule of the class. Therefore, SB and quizzes cannot be submitted/completed after the due date. Make sure that you complete them with enough time from the due time.
5. To receive 100% credit, assignments must completely meet requirements exactly as specified.

Attendance and Participation (Recommended, not graded)

1. Regular and punctual class and laboratory attendance is expected of all students.
2. If you are present in the class, you will have 100% of that day.
3. If you are late to class, you will have a 90% of that day.
4. If you are more than 30 minutes late, you will be count absence for that day.

In this course, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools (such as ChatGPT, Grammarly, DALL-E, and other generative AI platforms) is permitted under specific conditions, which your instructor will communicate. These conditions are designed to maintain academic integrity while allowing you to benefit from technology as a learning aid.

Permissible Use of AI Tools:

• Learning Aid: You may use AI tools to help understand concepts, generate study notes, brainstorm ideas, and practice skills.
• Content Creation: If permitted by the instructor, you may utilize AI for drafting, proofreading, or creating visual elements. However, you must disclose AI use in your work.
• Critical Thinking and Analysis: While AI can support your understanding, you are responsible for critically evaluating any AI-generated content and ensuring it is accurate and aligned with course requirements.

Prohibited Use of AI Tools:

• Unauthorized Assistance: Using AI tools to complete assignments, quizzes, exams, or any assessments without explicit permission is a violation of academic integrity.
• Plagiarism: Submitting AI-generated content as your own without disclosure is considered plagiarism. This includes text, images, code, or any other material.
• Misrepresentation: Providing false information about the extent of AI use in your work.

Disclosure Requirement:

If you use AI tools in any part of your assignment, you must include a brief statement specifying:

• Which AI tool(s) did you use?
• What tasks or sections of the assignment were created, edited, or enhanced using AI?

Academic Integrity Violations:

Violations of this AI Use and Academic Integrity policy will be addressed following the institution's academic integrity policy, which may include penalties ranging from grade reduction to course failure or further disciplinary action.

If you have any questions about the appropriate use of AI tools for a specific assignment, please consult your instructor.

Business Driven IS 8e, By Baltzan

Chapter 1 – Management Information Systems: Business Driven MIS

Chapter 2 – Digital Transformation: Decisions, Processes, and Artificial Intelligence

Appendix A – Hardware and Software Basics

Chapter 3 – Ebusiness: Electronic Business Value

Chapter 4 – Ethics and Information Security: MIS Business Concerns

Chapter 5 – Infrastructures: Sustainable Technologies

Chapter 6 – Data: Business Intelligence

Chapter 7 – Digital Ecosystems: Networks & Mobile Business

Chapter 8 – Enterprise Applications: Business Communications

Chapter 9 – Systems Development and Project Management: Corporate Responsibilities

MS Office 2021 SIMbook – A Skills Approach

Word 2021:

             Word - Chapter 1 - Getting Started With Word 2019

PowerPoint 2021:

             PowerPoint - Chapter 1 - Getting Started with PowerPoint 2019

Excel 2021:

             Excel - Chapter 1 - Getting Started with Excel 2019

             Excel - Chapter 2 - Formatting Cells

             Excel - Chapter 3 - Using Formulas and Functions

             Excel - Chapter 4 - Formatting Worksheets and Managing the Workbook

             Excel - Chapter 5 - Adding Charts and Analyzing Data

             Excel - Chapter 6 - Exploring Advanced Functions

             Excel - Chapter 7 - Exploring Advanced Charts and Graphics

             Excel - Chapter 8 - Exploring Advanced Data Analysis

             Excel - Chapter 9 - Importing Data, Reviewing, and Finalizing the Workbook

             Excel - Chapter 10 - Working with Macros

Access 2021:

             Access - Chapter 1 - Getting Started with Access 2019

             Access - Chapter 2 - Working with Tables

             Access - Chapter 3 - Working with Forms and Reports

             Access - Chapter 4 - Using Queries and Organizing Information

(*) This syllabus is intended to give the student guidance in what may be covered during the semester and will be followed as closely as possible. However, the professor reserves the right to modify, supplement and make changes as the course needs arise.

College Policies and Student Support Services

BCIS 1305 – COURSE SCHEDULE 9 Weeks

The weeks start on Mondays at 12:00 AM until Sundays at 11:59 PM

(*) This syllabus is intended to give the student guidance on what may be covered during the semester and will be followed as closely as possible. However, the professor reserves the right to modify, supplement, and make changes as the course needs to arise.