PREREQUISITES:

NONE

CATALOG DESCRIPTION OF COURSE:

This course provides students with fundamental computer skills needed during their collegiate and business careers. Hardware, software, Windows O/S, File Management, Internet, Email, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access are covered in this course. Students will be introduced to the use of local and wide area networks. Not open to students who have successfully completed CS 1003 or MIS 1133.

COURSE PURPOSE:

This course is designed to provide you with the ability to use computers readily and comfortably in common business environments. The word processing application will benefit you immediately in your other course work at NSU. The spreadsheet applications will allow you to manipulate numeric data to produce information in a clear and timely manner. The database application will show you how to maintain, analyze, and present lists of text and numbers. The networking applications will open communications to you with the rest of the campus and the world in an exciting and ever-changing atmosphere. This course will additionally introduce you to the Windows environment and how to integrate information across applications. The individual techniques and applications taught in this class can be used to communicate knowledge effectively in the work environment.

EXPECTED COURSE OUTCOMES:

This course is designed to give you fundamental hands-on experience with Microsoft Office 2000 software in the Windows environment. You will learn the process of sharing data between applications and also tools to develop fully integrated applications. By completing this course you will be able to:

Recognize and explain the function of the major hardware components of a computer.
Recognize and differentiate between the three major software groups (system, developer, application).
Manage files (copy, move, rename, and delete) and folders (create, rename, delete) in the Windows environment
Exhibit proficiency in the use of word processing techniques to produce professional quality documents.

· Apply basic concepts of spreadsheet technology to create, and edit worksheets, and, produce charts from worksheet data.

Demonstrate a working knowledge of managing databases: adding, editing and deleting records, designing and implementing queries, forms, and reports.
Generate electronic, professional quality, presentations using PowerPoint technology.
Develop working knowledge of the Internet, including the use of electronic mail, transfer files, and conduct searches on the Internet.
Integrate information across applications using the Windows environment. Recognize the value and ease of importing and exporting data from one application to another.

INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS: (Required Textbook & Materials)

Grauer, Robert T. and Maryann Barber. "Office 2003 Plus Edition." Pearson Education, Inc., 2006. Four 3.5 high density formatted diskettes (1.44 MB). Obtain NSU computer account; call EXCELS 458-0888 to find out your USERID and PASSWORD. Also requires Train & Assess activities.

ACADEMIC DISHONESTY:

One of the major goals of this course is to allow you to become proficient with computer applications. You cannot become proficient if you copy someone else's work. Academic Dishonesty includes (among other things) copying another individual’s work (or allowing someone to copy your work) or plagiarizing someone else's work as your own. If any type of academic dishonesty is detected (including any violations of the list below) students will be subject to disciplinary action including reduction of a grade(s), expulsion from the class, or expulsion from the university as outlined in the Northeastern State University Catalog.

Plagiarism: "Copying a sentence, or a significant part of a sentence that has been written by someone other than the person submitting the paper, and then neglecting to indicate through the use of quotation marks or blocking that the material has been copied; or copying from another writer in such a way as to change one or two words in the sentence, or rearranging the order of the wording, or paraphrasing, or summarizing information and then neglecting to furnish documentation; or any failure to cite sources when appropriate." [Source: http://www.bcc.cc.nc.us/honesty.html]

Written Evaluations (Exams and quizzes)

$ Written evaluations are always closed book/closed notes.

$ Everything must be off the desk.

$ Calculators are not allowed.

$ For lab-based classes, all applications on the computer must be minimized or closed.

$ Talking or giving assistance to someone else during a written evaluation is considered cheating.

$ Using cheat sheets (or programmed information) is considered cheating.

$ The written exams are property of the instructor. Leaving the classroom with a written exam or photocopying any portion of a written exam will result in disciplinary action by the professor and a reduction in grade.

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All other work

All other work falls under the Individual Work category below unless (1) the

assignment clearly states that it is a Group Project and (2) the instructor has

divided the class into groups.

Group Projects

Special instructions will be provided.

Individual Work

$ You may use the textbook and any notes.

$ It is acceptable to give or receive help. Watching someone else do your work is not considered help.

$ Occasionally when doing IN-CLASS computer work, there may not exist enough working machines in the lab for every student to work individually. In these rare cases students may be asked to work together. This is a temporary situation that ends when that class is over.

$ When doing OUT-OF-CLASS computer work, it is your responsibility to find a free machine. The argument that only one machine was available will not be accepted as a justification for two or more people working together on the same computer.

$ If you need help, the instructor will also be glad to assist you.

$ Any and all materials turned in for credit should be the result of your own individual effort.

Most of the class time will be used to explain new material and to practice in the computer labs. Students are encouraged to ask questions at any time. Students will be responsible for all topics covered in the textbook, handouts, and assigned URLs whether or not they are covered in the lectures.

All assignments submitted for evaluation are to be prepared using appropriate software applications. All work should be spell-checked, printed on good quality paper and submitted in 8.5 by 11-inch form with one staple in the upper left-hand corner. Hand-written work is unacceptable and will receive a grade of zero. When taking the written quizzes and exams you may write in any color but RED.

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:

The expected course outcomes will be realized through a variety of instructional strategies to complement students’ life experiences. Those strategies include, but are not limited to, the following: self-paced, hands-on exercises, case study tutorials, lecture, and individual problem solving techniques.

Computers in Modern Society

I. Hardware/Software

II. Windows Operating System and File Management

III. Internet/Email

IV. Microsoft Word Exam 1

V. Microsoft Excel Exam 2

VI. Microsoft Access Exam 3

VII. Microsoft PowerPoint

Final Examination

Allow 1 class period per exam

STUDENT PERFORMANCE ACTIVITIES: (Attendance/Punctuality)

Consistent and punctual attendance is both expected and required for your successful completion of the course. Absences will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Students will be expected to make up any work missed as a result of absence, whether or not the absence was justified. Unannounced Pop Quizzes may not be made up. Over 5 absences will reduce the final grade for the course by one letter grade.

ASSIGNMENT DUE DATES:

Assignments are due at the beginning of the class period on the date indicated when the assignment is given. After the assignment due date, work will be accepted up to one week late for ½ (50%) credit. Reading assignments are considered preparation for the lecture period. The student is responsible for all material assigned even if not discussed in class. Quizzes over assignments may be given without prior announcement.

STUDENT EVALUATION:

Student evaluation is based on performance on tests and assignments. Test and assignments will be based on the material presented in the textbooks, material discussed in class and on skills developed. The division of the total grade is as follows:

$ Three performance and/or written exams, plus a final performance and/or written exam, 60% of final grade.

$ Daily performance assignments and quizzes, 40% of final grade.

The exams will include production applications done on the computer. All students are expected to be present on exam day. The instructor makes decisions on make-ups at her discretion. The student is responsible for any assignments made or material covered when absent. The student must catch up outside the classroom setting, as time does not permit re-teaching of a topic due to absence.

1. Performance on examinations and subsequent cumulative course averages will be based upon standard definitive grade values as indicated below:

90 - 100 = A 60 - 69 = D

80 - 89 = B Below 60 = F

70 - 79 = C

2. The final examination will be administered according to the final exam schedule, Tuesday, December 12, 2006 at 11:00 a.m.

3. Students are advised that the last date during the semester when they may drop a course with an automatic "W" will be Friday, December 8, 2006. The grade of "W" can be assigned in classes dropped between November 11 and December 8 only if the student has a passing grade at the time the class is dropped. An "F" will be assigned if you stop attending and have not turned in assignments or have not taken scheduled exams prior to the drop date.

4. Students wishing to visit with the professor about their standing in the class may visit her in her office which is located in the Practical Arts Building, Room PA-221H. Office hours indicated above are also posted adjacent to the door.

GRADE APPEALS:

A student may petition a grade change by using the Grade Appeals Process if satisfactory resolution cannot be achieved after consultation with the instructor and/or Dean. The Grade Appeals Process must be formally initiated with a written appeal to the Dean within four months following awarding of the original grade. Please contact the dean of the college in which the grade was given for a copy of the grade appeals process.

ADA COMPLIANCE:

If any member of the class feels that he/she has a disability and needs special accommodations, please advise the instructor of such disability and the desired accommodations at the first class attended.

INCLEMENT WEATHER / DISASTER POLICY:

The following are basic premises for the inclement weather policy at Northeastern State University:

1. Classes are expected to be held if at all possible.

2. It is the student's responsibility to receive the information when weather is questionable.

3. Neither students nor faculty are expected to risk life or limb.

4. Faculty members are obligated to hold classes if the University is not closed, unless the faculty member is unable to get to campus.

Policy: During times of inclement weather, decisions concerning day classes will be made by 6:00 a.m. in order for the media to be notified and for students to receive the announcement before they leave home. Decisions concerning night classes will be made by 3:00 p.m.

The following media will be notified regarding closing of the campus:

Radio Stations: Television Stations:

KRMG 740 AM Tulsa KJRH Channel 2 Tulsa

KAYI 107 FM Tulsa KOTV Channel 6 Tulsa

KTLQ 1350 AM Tahlequah KTUL Channel 8 Tulsa

KEOK 102 FM Tahlequah KFSM Channel 5 Fort Smith

KBIX 1490 AM Muskogee Cable Channel 96 Tahlequah

KMMY 97 FM Muskogee

KVOO 1170 AM Tulsa

The automated attendant message on 918-456-5511 will be modified to include information concerning campus operations during inclement weather.

THIS CLASS WILL BE CONDUCTED WITH BOTH LECTURE AND INDIVIDUAL PROBLEM SOLVING TECHNIQUES. I WILL HELP YOU WITH YOUR ASSIGNMENTS IN CLASS AS TIME PERMITS.

MIS 1003

COURSE SCHEDULE/ASSIGNMENTS (SUBJECT TO REVISION) FALL 2006

WEEK	DATE	TOPIC		ASSIGNMENT	IN CLASS ACTIVITY
1	08/21	HARDWARE/ SOFTWARE			HANDS-ON EXERCISES
2	08/28	WINDOWS O/S			HANDS-ON EXERCISES
3	09/04 09/07	LABOR DAY FILE MANAGEMENT			DOWNLOAD FILES HANDS-ON EXERCISES
4	09/11	WORD	CH. 1 CH. 2	PRACTICE 3 PRACTICE 4	TRAIN & ACCESS TRAIN & ACCESS
5	09/18	WORD	CH. 3	PRACTICE 1	TRAIN & ACCESS
6	09/25	WORD	CH. 4	PRACTICE 1	TRAIN & ACCESS REVIEW WORD
7	10/02	EXCEL	CH. 1	PRACTICE 1	WORD EXAM TRAIN & ACCESS
8	10/9	EXCEL	CH. 2	PRACTICE 3	TRAIN & ACCESS
9	10/16 10/19- 10/20	EXCEL FALL BREAK	CH. 3	PRACTICE 3	TRAIN & ACCESS
10	10/23	EXCEL	CH. 4	PRACTICE 1	TRAIN & ACCESS REVIEW EXCEL
11	10/30	EXCEL ACCESS	CH. 1	PRACTICE 1 & 2	EXCEL EXAM TRAIN & ACCESS
12	11/06	ACCESS	CH. 2	PRACTICE 4 & 5	TRAIN & ACCESS
13	11/13	ACCESS	CH. 3	PRACTICE 1, 7 & 8	TRAIN & ACCESS
14	11/20 11/22- 11/26	ACCESS THANKSGIVING BREAK	CH. 4	PRACTICE 1	REVIEW ACCESS
15	11/27	ACCESS POWERPOINT		PROJECT	ACCESS EXAM
16	12/04	POWERPOINT		PROJECT	PROJECT REVIEW FOR FINAL
17	12/12	FINAL EXAM		11:00-12:50	FINAL EXAM

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Computers in Modern Society

VII. Microsoft PowerPoint

CH. 3

PRACTICE 1, 7 & 8

PROJECT

REVIEW FOR FINAL

FINAL EXAM