CSC 105 Introduction to Computing and Computer Applications
Table of Contents
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| Course Outline | - |
Projects |
| Expectations,
Conduct,
and
Behavior |
- | Posttests |
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Attendance and Participation |
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| University Learning Center | - | Incomplete Grades |
Meeting Location & Times
| Section 007 |
Time: | 9:30 am - 10:45 pm TR |
| Room: | BR 165 |
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| Section 008 | Time: | 2:00 pm - 3:15 pm TR |
| Room: | CI 2006 |
Course Description
Basic computer concepts for non-CSC majors. Elements of computing systems and organization; computer communications including the Internet; applications such as word processing; spreadsheets, data base management, and the rudiments of programming in a current programming language. Social and technical issues including legal, ethical and security considerations.| Instructor: | |
| Dr. C. Ferner | |
| Office: | CIS 2036 |
| Phone: | 962-7129 |
| Email: | 
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| Web: |
http://people.uncw.edu/cferner
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| Office Hours: |
12:15 pm - 2:00 pm TR |
| or by appointment |
Prerequisites
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None
Text Book
| TECHNOLOGY IN ACTION-EBOOK+ACCESS CARD
Technology in Action - EBook + Access Card, Edition 11, PEARSON ISBN:
978013139256.
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Course Outline
- Introduction to Computers
- Microsoft ® WORD
- Microsoft ® Excel
- Microsoft ® Access
- Microsoft ® PowerPoint ®
- Networks and the Internet
- Hardware and Software
- Computer Ethics
Grading
Grading Scale
Grades may be curved according to the performance of the entire class. Letter Grades with +/- will be assigned according to the following scale:|
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Scale
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93 |
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100 |
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90 |
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92.99 |
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87 |
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89.99 |
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83 |
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86.99 |
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80 |
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82.99 |
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77 |
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79.99 |
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73 |
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76.99 |
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70 |
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72.99 |
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67 |
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69.99 |
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63 |
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66.99 |
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60 |
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62.99 |
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0
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59.99 |
Computation of grades
Each student's grade will be composed of the average of 3 test during the semester, the final exam, and scores from the application modules. There are 3 applications plus "Office Fundaments", which are features common to all Microsoft applications, for which students are expected to show proficiency.| Office Fundamentals Module |
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| Unit 1 | Concept Quiz | 1% |
| Pretest and Training | 1% |
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| Post-test
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Posttest
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1%
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| Subtotal |
3% |
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| Microsoft ® WORD Module |
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| Unit 1 | Concept Quiz | 1% |
| Pretest and Training | 3% |
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| Project |
2% | |
| Unit 2 |
Concept Quiz | 1% |
| Pretest and Training | 3% | |
| Project 1 |
1% |
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| Project 2 |
1% |
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| Post-test
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Posttest
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3%
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| Subtotal | 15% |
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| Microsoft ® Excel Module |
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| Unit 1 | Concept Quiz | 1% |
| Pretest and Training | 3% | |
| Project 1 |
1% | |
| Project 2 | 1% | |
| Unit 2 |
Concept Quiz | 1% |
| Pretest and Training | 3% | |
| Project 1 |
1% |
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| Project 2 |
1% |
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| Post-test
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Posttest
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3%
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| Subtotal | 15% |
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| Microsoft ® PowerPoint Module |
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| Unit 1 | Concept Quiz | 1% |
| Pretest and Training | 3% | |
| Project |
2% | |
| Unit 2 |
Concept Quiz | 1% |
| Pretest and Training | 3% | |
| Project 1 |
1% |
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| Project 2 |
1% |
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| Post-test
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Posttest
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3%
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| Subtotal | 15% |
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| Computer
Concepts
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| Computer Concepts Test 1 | 13% |
| Computer Concepts Test 2 |
13% |
| Computer Concepts Test 3 | 13% |
| Final Exam |
13% |
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| Grand Total |
100% |
Application Modules
Students will be expected to demonstrate proficiency using the following computer application:- Microsoft ® WORD
- Microsoft ® Excel
- Microsoft ® PowerPoint ®
Pretest and Training
The pretest is used to determine how much of the application you are
already familar with. This will be used to customize the training
for each student individually. There is no need to score high on
the pretest, because that score is determined by how much of the
training you complete. The pretest score is improved with the
training. All students have the ability to score 100% if they
choose. For example, if you score a 65 on the pretest, then
complete 100% of the training, you will receive 100% for the pretest
and training. Class time is given to work on the units. If you more time to work on the units than the time given in class, you will need to work during your own time (see Computer Labs below).
Projects
The projects will ask you to download files, modify them according to a set of instructions, then upload them for grading. Because the grading is automated, the grading program will often deduct points for tasks you complete simply because there is a space or carraige return in the wrong place. The grading program will provide you with feedback for what it deducted points. You will have 3 attempts to correct the problems. After receiving the first grade and feedback, you should fix what is wrong, and submit again for grading. After you have submitted your attempts, the highest grade will be used.Each student is expected to turn in his or her own work. The grading program will detect if students have shared work. If the grading program reports that students have shared work, they will receive zero credit. If you are using the same computer as other students in the class, create a new folder in which to do your work to prevent sharing work accidentally.
Posttests
After completing all the units for each application (reading, concepts quiz, pretest and training, projects), students will take a posttest. The posttest is essentially the same as the pretest except that the scenarios are changed. The posttest are to be done by computer in the lab on the designated day for that module.Class Attendance and Participation
Your class attendance and participation will not be recorded. Although attendance is not mandatory, you are expected to attend the majority of class meetings and participate in the class discussions. Class time is provided to work on the units, and you will most likely need to be in class to get the help you need to work with the software we are using. Anyone who is hoping to obtain a passing grade and who has not already passed this course would be well advised to attend every required class meeting.Incomplete Grades
Incomplete grades are awarded very rarely and only when the student is otherwise passing the course, is able to complete the work of the course entirely on his/her own, and is prevented from completing the course by verified unforeseen circumstances beyond the control of the student.Computer Labs
There are several computer labs on campus that open to general use by students. To see a schedule of hours that these labs are open, see http://www.uncw.edu/itsd/complabs.htm.Expectations, Conduct, and Policies
It is my assumption that students are attending this class for one of two reasons: they want to learn or they want to earn a good grade. Therefore, I will be expecting certain behavior from the students. If neither of these two reasons applies to you, then you probably should not be taking this class. My primary goal is to educate those students who do wish to learn. Although some students may choose to not learn, I will not tolerate anything that interferes with the ability of other students to learn. Students should conduct themselves in a professional and courteous manner in the same way they would in a working environment. This applies to conduct in the classroom as well as on assignments. I reserve the right to ask as student to leave the classroom, refuse to grade an assignment or test, ask a student to redo an assignment, or otherwise adjust a student's grade based on their conduct.- Students may not harass or disrespect other people because of age, sex, color, race, religion, creed, national origin, sexual orientation, political belief or affiliation, disability, veteran status, marital status, or membership or non membership in any organization.
- Students may not use profanity.
- Although I encourage class participation and questions, there should be only one conversation at a time. Students may not be carrying on conversations unrelated to class or that they are unwilling to share with the entire class, and students may not otherwise be disruptive to the classroom.
- Cellular telephones must be turned off. If you feel that you need to be contacted in case of emergencies, turn the phone on vibrate mode. If you receive a class that you must accept, please leave the classroom.
- Student should not bring food into the classroom.
Americans with Disabilities Act
If you have a disability and need reasonable accommodation in this course, you should inform the instructor of this fact in writing within the first week of class or as soon as possible. If you have not already done so, you must register with the Office of Disability Services in Westside Hall (ext. 3746) and obtain a copy of your Accommodation Letter. You should then meet with your instructor to make mutually agreeable arrangements based on the recommendations of the Accommodation Letter. University Learning Center
The University Learning Center
(ULC)
provides free programs and services that support
students as
they develop independent learning strategies, personal
responsibility, intellectual maturity, transferable skills, and a
respect for diverse learning experiences. It is important to
remember that tutoring
is
not
remediation:
The
ULC serves all students who want
to increase the quality of their learning.
The following programs offer different levels of support, each
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