IS 101 Introduction to Information Systems (3 credits)
Fall 2009 Room: Online Section: D22
Professor: Prakash Phalke Office: Room-C100A (Henderson)
Email: prakash@nevada.edu Office Phone: (702) 651-3046
Web: http://www.nevada.edu/~prakash/ Laboratory Hours: see schedule at http://www.csn.edu/pages/444.asp
Office hours: See details at the above URL (Mon, Tue, Thu & Sat). All other times through appointments only.
Prerequisite: Interest to know, learn and use Information and Computer Technology
A statement of Safety Procedures: A separate handout may be given in the class.
CELL PHONES, PAGERS, ETC: All such devices should be turned off during class.
Students with Disabilities: "If you have a documented disability that may require assistance, you will need to contact the Disability Resource Center (DRC) for coordination of your academic accommodations. The DRC is located in Student Services on each campus. For the Cheyenne Campus, call 651-4045; for the West Charleston Campus, call 651-5089; and for the Henderson Campus, call 651-3086.
A MESSAGE FROM THE OFFICE OF RETENTION:
The Office of Retention offers:
*Coyote Student Coaches - Free Tutoring on a walk-up basis during posted hours. Student Coaches are available in the D lobby at the West Charleston campus, in the student Lounge at the Cheyenne campus, and in the C building at the Henderson campus.
*Success Planning Appointments - The staff of the Retention Office is committed to helping you succeed at CSN by sitting down with you, assessing your needs and getting you plugged in to CSN's many resources.
Call 651-2626 for more information.
Academic integrity policy: Scholastic dishonesty will not be tolerated and will be prosecuted to the fullest extent. You are expected to have read and understood the current issue of the student handbook (published by Student Services) regarding student responsibilities and rights, and the intellectual property policy, for information about procedures and about what constitutes acceptable on-campus behavior.
Thought for the Semester: “It is not the answer that enlightens, but the questions”. - Eugene Jonesco.
Goal/Objectives: An introduction to computer terminology, hardware, Operating System software and application programs for management information systems. Students are introduced at basic level to computers and their applications using common business productivity softwares. A "hands on" experience is provided through student use of open lab.
Course Description/Learning outcomes:
At the
completion of this course the student will be able to:
1. Explain the function of major PC
components
2. Provide
definitions of common computer technology
3. Operate Windows and use its command
interface
4. Use a web
browser to access sites, follow hyperlinks and search for information on a
given topic
5. Introduction to
email
6. Use a word
processor to enter, edit format and print documents
7. Use spreadsheet software to enter, store, display, print and process data,
including the use of functions and
formulas
8. Use presentation software to create a basic slide presentation
This syllabus is, at best, an approximation of the topics to be covered in class. The student should always be aware of any changes or enhancements to the following schedule. The student is ultimately responsible for any notes or assignments missed.
Required Textbook: Marquee Series: Microsoft Office 2007 - Windows Vista Version
ISBN: 978-076383-691-7 e-book bundle from EMC/Paradigm
OR [You need one only; your preference of either Electronic copy bundle or Paper/hard copy bundle but not both]
ISBN: 978-076383-690-0 hardcopy bundle from EMC/Paradigm
These unique bundles are available only through the CSN bookstore
You will need online access to SNAP website at http://snap2007.emcp.com
Section Name: 2009-3-D22 Enrollment Key: 2009-3-D22
Recommended Additional Resources:
· Online help and documentation, Internet (Mainly EMC/Paradigm and Microsoft Websites).
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rading: All Assessments (Tests, Exams, Skills testing, Assignments, Tutorials) are available and will need to be completed online at http://snap2007.emcp.com The grading details will be provided on the first day of class and subject to revisions as needed.
Extra Credits: You will get Extra Credit points (up to 10%) for variety of learning activities available online at http://snap2007.emcp.com, the details will be provided on the first day of class and subject to revisions as needed.
Note: The +/- grades will be used in final grade.
Attendance: Regular attendance is required at all class meetings.
Class Schedule: The following is a tentative schedule based on class needs. The instructor reserves the right to make any schedule changes deemed necessary. For tests actual Date & Time will be announced in the class.
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Session 1 |
Introduction to Class, Computers, Some hands on fun, play games |
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Session 2 |
Computer Concepts |
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Session 3 |
Introduce SNAP and SNAP hands-on practice |
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Session 4 |
Windows Vista |
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Session 5 |
Windows Vista |
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Session 6 |
Internet /Web Browser/ Email/Web Pages |
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Session 7 |
Office 2007 |
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Session 8 |
Excel |
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Session 9 |
Excel. |
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Session 10 |
Excel |
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Session 11 |
Word |
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Session 12 |
Word |
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Session 13 |
Word |
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Session 14 |
PowerPoint. |
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Session 15 |
PowerPoint/ Wrap-up, Questions and Answers |
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Holidays: Sept 7, 2009 Labor Day
Oct 30, 2009 Nevada Day
Nov 11, 2009 Veteran’s Day
Nov 26-29, 2009 Thanksgiving Holiday
AN IMPORTANT NOTE: If you have any concerns about this course and/or me, please contact me first. If I cannot resolve your issue, please contact the CET department office at 651-4660 and speak to the department chairperson. You will remain anonymous and all communications will be strictly confidential. Please DO NOT wait till the last minute to make your concerns known to me and/or to the department chairperson.
Additional Information:
Computer Time/Study Time.
Approximately three to ten (10) hours per week of computer time outside of class is recommended for successful completion of course requirements.
PREREQUISITE (Again): Technically, there are no prerequisites for this course. However, if you are a first-time computer user and have enrolled in this course "just to learn about computers," your interests might be better served by CIT 095 - Personal Computer Basics. It is slower-paced than IS 101, and it is graded Pass/Fail.
REQUIRED MATERIALS: 9780763836900 - IS 101 hardcopy bundle from EMC/Paradigm, $75 - Required
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9780763836917 - IS 101 e-book bundle from EMC/Paradigm, $40 - Required
The only difference between these two bundles is the format of the 600-page textbook: hardcopy or e-book. If you are comfortable reading the textbook online as you follow along on your computer, select the e-book bundle. If you prefer to have an actual book laying on the table as you work through the chapters, then you should purchase the hardcopy bundle. The publisher has given us a deeply discounted package price for these unique bundles that are available only through the CSN bookstore. The complete bundle consists of:
Ø Marquee Series: Office 2007 either e-book or hardcopy
o The E-book has an activation code and may only be installed on one computer
o Go to www.ebooks.emcp.com to activate your e-book.
o You may also access your e-book on all classroom/lab computers at CSN
Ø Computers: Understanding Technology CD
Ø SNAP Activation code (This may not be reused or resold)
Ø Microsoft Office 2007 180 day license (based on availability)
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E-book Activation (if needed contact your instructor or wait for the directions from your Instructor)
Since the e-book may be installed on only one computer, you should install it on your home computer. You will also have access to the e-book from all classroom and lab computers at CSN. Do not use the e-book at CSN until you have activated it on your home computer.
HARDWARE CONSIDERATIONS
You may use this material on any computer in the CSN Labs and Classrooms
If you have a MAC, in order to use SNAP you must be able to dual boot to a Windows environment (XP or VISTA).
Whatever your computer type: You must use Internet Explorer version 6 or 7. If you are using IE version 8 you must set it to run in “compatibility mode”.
SNAP 2007 DESCRIPTION: The password which you purchase gives you access to a wealth of tutorials/resources for computer concepts and Office 2007 application skills. It also contains the testing software that you must complete in order to earn a grade in this class. Students must have access to the Internet to utilize the tutorials and testing software. Every student must have their own unique password to use SNAP. You cannot buy a password from a student who has already activated their copy of SNAP. Make sure that the package you purchase has never been opened. After establishing an account at this website snap2007.emcp.com/and joining this class (see code above or ask instructor) you will find a series of interactive lessons that must be finished, one for each topic covered. There is also a 30 page Student Guide on how to use SNAP that you access from the Help button. You must read the Guide to understand how to use SNAP. If you encounter any problems with SNAP, call 1-800-328-1452 immediately. Keep me informed about the problem and how it is resolved.
Software: Microsoft Windows Vista operating system, Microsoft Office 2007 applications (including Word, PowerPoint and Excel) and Internet Explorer, running on an IBM-compatible computer, are used for lab projects. The 2007 version of Office is quite different from earlier versions. All lab work is distributed in the new Office 2007 formats which cannot be read using older versions of Office. The Macintosh computer and software are NOT covered in this class.
Grading, Test Schedule( Draft, subject to revisions)
Please review/read carefully to make sure you understand it to your satisfaction and if needed please contact the instructor immediately.
Your grade is based on: Concepts Exams (40%, Section E below), Hands-on (Skills) Exam (30%, Section D below), Document Assessments/"Homework Assignments"(20%, Section C below), Practice Hands-on (Skills) Exam (10%, Section B below)and Extra Credit (Bonus points are available up to Max 10% for optional activities, Section A below). Please Study/complete activities for each topic from all five sections i.e. A, B, C, D, and E (In that order).
A. Extra Credit/Bonus points are available up to
maximum 100 points (10%) for optional activities listed below
Ø 55 Points: One Points each for completing Tutorials (need to complete in Snap 2007), up to 55 maximum.
(Number of Tutorials: Concepts~25, Browser(IE)~2, Vista~4, Excel~12, Word~15, PowerPoint~7)
Ø 20 Points: For completing syllabus quiz on or before due date in Snap 2007
Ø 25 points: For completing attendance quiz on or before due date in Snap 2007
B. Practice Hands-on (Skills) Exams (10%). Complete
any 10 from the following on or before due date in SNAP. Top/Best 10 will be
used for grading purpose. You have unlimited attempts for each Practice
Hands-on (Skills) Exam.
