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Calumet
College of St. Joseph SYLLABUS FOR CIS255 -
Windows
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Term: Spring, 2003 (021) January 6 April 14
Course Number: CIS 255
Instructor: Michael Newell
Office: Room 418
Office Phone: (312) 322-2587
E-mail: profnewell@yahoo.com
Office
Hours: Monday 6:00 7:00 pm, and by
appointment.
Instructor
Background:
Michael Newell earned a B.S. in
Accounting from Purdue University Calumet in 1992. He worked in Accounting for 2 years for Fuji Securities in
downtown Chicago. During this time, he
developed an interest in the utilization of computer technology in the business
environment. He took a position with a
financial software company called Financial Technology Incorporated as a
Product Specialist. He provided
training and customer support for the Securities Accounting and Management
software package, and eventually became the Product Manager for the
Asset/Liability Management software package. Michael earned a
Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Information Systems from Purdue Calumet in
1996.
Also in 1996 Michael leveraged his
Financial and Technical backgrounds by accepting a position as a Senior
Business Systems Analyst with Aon Capital Group. He designed and implemented several integrated client/server
applications for their Accounting Department, and managed the development
efforts of three other employees.
Craving experience in a formal Software Development Lifecycle
Environment, Michael joined the Information Systems Department at the American
Bar Association in late 1997 as a Senior Systems Analyst. Michael led and implemented several
remediation efforts for the replacement of legacy computer systems for Y2K.
Michael returned to his financial roots
in 2000 by joining the Options Clearing Corporation as an Application
Architect. He has worked on
modifications to the Option Pricing System, the Asset Custody System, Security
Pledge System, and other applications. Michael
earned his Masters of Science in Finance from DePaul University in 2001.
Michael has joined the teaching staff at
Calumet College on a part-time basis to pursue his career goal to eventually
become a college professor. His
interests include the Stock Market, Classic Horror Films, Digital Video
Creation, and Computer Technology.
Course Time and
Place: Mondays 7:00pm 10:00pm, Room 418
Prerequisites: NONE.
Learning
Outcomes/ Competencies:
Students in
this course will how to navigate the Windows graphic interface, become familiar
with the functions and capabilities of the Windows environment, utilize
Microsoft Office applications to perform work functions, and to navigate the
Internet in Internet Explorer.
Textbooks:
There are three
required texts for the class. They are
as follows:
Microsoft
Windows 98: Introductory Concepts and
Techniques by Shelly, Cashman, Forsythe.
Microsoft
Internet Explorer 6: Introductory Concepts and Techniques by Shelly, Cashman,
Forsythe.
Microsoft
Office 2000: Essential Concepts and
Techniques by Shelly, Cashman, Vermaat.
Learning
Strategies:
Students in this course will:
Participate in an in-depth
investigation of the WINDOWS 98 operating system, concentrating on the
following subjects:
1.
Windows Fundamentals
2.
Windows Desktop
3.
File Management
4.
Control Panel
5.
Sharing Data
6.
Maintenance & Optimization
7.
Disaster Recovery
8.
Networking Basics
9.
Device Drivers & Software Installation
10.
MS DOS Window
11.
Accessory Applications
Participate in a hands-on exploration
of Microsoft Office 2000, concentrating on the following software packages:
1.
Microsoft Word
2.
Microsoft Excel
3.
Microsoft Powerpoint
4.
Microsoft Access
Participate in an extensive exploration
of Internet Explorer 6.0 and the World Wide Web.
Assessment:
The Students
grade is computed using the weights shown for both options below. The option that yields the maximum score
will be used to determine the semester grade.
Option #1 Option #2
Exam #1 20 % of grade Best 2 of 3 Exams 40
% of grade
Exam #2 20 % of grade Final Exam (Cumm.) 50 % of grade
Exam #3 20 % of grade Class Participation/
Final Exam 30 % of grade attendance 10 % of
grade
Class
participation/
attendance
10 % of grade
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Total 100% of grade 100% of grade
Grading Scale:
A: 92-100 A-: 90-91
B+: 88-89
B: 82-87 B-: 80-81
C+: 78-79
C: 72-77 C-: 70-71 D+: 68-69
D: 62-67 D-: 60-61
F: 59 & below
*Note: Extra Credit will be assigned each week in class to be turned in the following week. The extra credit assignments are not mandatory, but will positively impact a students grade if completed. Late extra credit work WILL NOT be accepted.
Class Policy on
Attendance and Class Participation:
Class attendance will account for a percentage o f the assigned semester grade. It is vital that students attend the class sessions on a regular basis in order to participate in class exercises, be informed of any important class announcements, any derivations from the course outline below, and of any supplemental material presented.
Class Policy on
Electronic Devices: (Cell phones, Beeper, PagersΌetc.)
All pagers, beepers, cell phones, etc. should be turned off before the beginning of class. The use of such devices is considered detrimental to the learning environment and will not be tolerated. Violations of this policy will be reflected in the Class Participation aspect of the class.
Course Outline:
Class Dates: Topics/Assignments:
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Week #1, 1/6/2003 |
Introductions and Syllubus Identification of computer components and their functions. Introduction to computer terminology |
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Week #2, 1/13/2003 |
Windows Fundamentals Read WIN 98 Project #1 Microsoft Word, Part 1 Read OFFICE 2000 Word |
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Week #3, 1/20/2003 |
Windows 98 Desktop Read WIN 98 Project #2 Microsoft Word, Part 2 Prepare for Exam #1 |
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Week #4, 1/27/2003 |
Exam #1 File Management Read WIN 98 Project #3 |
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Week #5, 2/3/2003 |
Review Answers for Exam #1 Control Panel Read Control Panel Handout Microsoft Excel, Part 1 Read OFFICE 2000 Excell |
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Week #6, 2/10/2003 |
Sharing Data Read Handout Sharing Data Microsoft Excel, Part 2 |
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Week #7, 2/17/2003 |
Prepare for Exam #2 Maintenance & Optimization Read Handout Maintenance Microsoft Powerpoint Read OFFICE 2000 Powerpoint |
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Week #8, 2/24/2003 |
Exam #2 Microsoft Access Read OFFICE 2000 Access |
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Week #9, 3/3/2003 |
Review Exam #2 Answers Disaster Recovery Read Handout Disaster Recovery Internet Explorer 6 Read IE Project #1 |
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Week #10, 3/10/2003 |
Networking Basics Read Handout Networking Basics Internet Explorer 6 Read IE Project #2 |
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Week #11, 3/17/2003 |
Prepare for Exam #3 Device Drivers and Software Installation Read Handout
Installations Internet Explorer 6 Read IE Project #3 |
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Week #12, 3/24/2003 |
Exam #3 MS DOS Window Read Handout MSDOS |
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Week #13, 3/31/2003 |
Review Answers for Exam #3 Accessory Applications Read Handout Accessory Applications Review Course Topics for FINAL |
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Week #14, 4/7/2003 |
FINAL EXAM (cumulative) |
Center for
Academic Excellence:
Tutoring
assistance is free to all students of Calumet College of St. Joseph. Call the
Center for Academic Excellence (CAE), to make an appointment at 473-4287. The
Center has experienced and well-trained tutors in most subject areas to help
students who are struggling in a course or who are doing well and would like to
do better. Regular weekly tutoring sessions are likely to improve your grade.
Statement of
Plagiarism:
If an
instructor or other Calumet College of St. Joseph personnel find that a student
has plagiarized or been involved in another form of academic dishonesty, the
instructor or other personnel may elect to bring the matter up for judicial
review. The maximum penalty for any form of academic dishonesty is dismissal
from the College. The procedures for judicial review are listed under the
section of CCSJ handbook that addresses student grievances. (Academic Planner
2002-2003)
Citation
Guidelines:
Calumet College
of St. Joseph adheres to citation guidelines as prescribed by the particular
discipline (i.e., MLA, APA, and Chicago Manual of Style or Turabian.). All of these guidelines are available in the
Calumet College of St. Joseph library or bookstore. These texts outline how to cite references from a variety of
sources, including electronic media.
Withdrawal from
Classes Policy:
After the last
day for class changes has passed (see College calendar), students may withdraw
from a course in which they are registered with permission from the faculty
member conducting the course. A written request detailing the reason(s) for the
withdrawal must be filed with the Registrar. Written request for withdrawal
must be received by the Registrar by the last day of classes prior to the final
examination dates specified in the catalogue. Written requests may be mailed to
the Registrar or faxed to the College fax number 219-473-4259. Students are to
make note of the refund schedule when withdrawing from courses. The request is
forwarded to the faculty member, who makes the final determination to accept or
deny the request. If the request is honored, the student will receive
notification of official withdrawal; if denied, the notification will indicate
why the withdrawal is disallowed.
An official
withdrawal is recorded as a "W" grade on the student's transcript.
Dropping a course without written permission automatically incurs an
"F" grade for the course (see Refund Schedule).