CSIT 101

Introduction to Computers and Their Uses

Instructor: K.G. Titchenell
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Technology In Action, Complete, 11th Edition(Textbook) Companion page:

Companion Website to Accompany GO! with Microsoft Office 2013 Volume 1
Study materials and practice quizzes:

Course Description: Students receive instruction in computer hardware, software, terminology, ethics, and social impact, plus an overview of operating systems, word processing, spreadsheets,database management systems, and telecommunications and networks. A general computer literacy course open to all students.

Texts: 1. Technology In Action, Complete, 11th Edition by Alan Evans, Kendall Martin, Mary Anne Poatsy Published by Prentice Hall

ISBN-10: 0-13-380296-5

ISBN-13: 978-0-13-380296-2

[ eText:ISBN-13: 978-0-13-378437-4]

2. GO! with Office 2013 Volume 1by Shelley Gaskin (Author), Alicia Vargas (Author), Carolyn McLellan (Author)

ISBN-13: 978-0133142662

ISBN-10: 0133142663

Bundled together ISBN: 0536682321

Course Objectives/SLOs:

Objective:Survey of the elements and capabilities of computer information systems as well as the social and ethical implications of their use.

SLOs:

  • Define and explain structural and operational concepts of computer systems such as hardware, software, operating system, application software, programming and networking.
  • Manage files on disks within the computer using Graphical User Interface facilities.
  • Define a selection of appropriate technical terms such as GUI, motherboard, system unit,CPU,ALU, binary, robotics, nanotechnology and ethics.
  • Compare and contrastdifferent types of computer systems.
  • Be able to explain the social and ethical issues relating to networking, robotics and computer usage.

Objective:The student will examine word processing, spreadsheets, Internet, and data base concepts on a microcomputer system.

SLOs:

  • Demonstrate fundamental word processing skills using Microsoft Word such as; Creating and Editing a Document, Revising and Refining a Document, Creating Reports and Tables.
  • Demonstrate fundamental spreadsheet skills using Microsoft Excel such as; Creating and Editing a Worksheet, Charting Worksheet Data, Managing and Analyzing a Workbook and Apply Spreadsheet Fundamentals: Linking Excel and Word.
  • Demonstrate fundamental database tasks and management using Microsoft Access such as; Modifying a Table and Creating a Form, Analyzing Tables and Creating Reports.
  • Demonstrate fundamental presentation skills using Microsoft PowerPoint such as; Creating a Presentation, Modifying and Refining a Presentation, Copying and Linking Between Word, Excel, and Power point
  • Demonstrate fundamental understanding of email and the Web such as; sending email and understanding the difference between cc and bcc and which attachments are appropriate, searching the Web for resources and information, creating a webpage.

Supplies: A Thumb Drive or USB memory stick recommended.

Course Schedule

SessionLecture
1 Introduction to Computers
2Introduction to the Lab
3The History of the Personal Computer
4Technology and Our Society
5Looking at Computers: Understanding the Parts
6The System Unit
7Input Output
8The Internet and How It Works
9January 19: Martin Luther King Day No Class
10Application Software
11 System Software
12Understanding and Assessing Hardware:
13Exam (approx)
14Digital Devices and Media
15Communications and Connectivity
16Privacy, Security, Ergonomics
17Programming and Languages
18 Databases
19Presentations
20Final / Online Laboratory
Web and Email
Word Processing
Word Processing
Word Processing
Word Processing
Word Processing
Spreadsheet
Spreadsheet
Spreadsheet
Spreadsheet
PowerPoint
PowerPoint
PowerPoint
Database
Database
Database
Internet
Internet

There will be a midterm and a final exam (See final exam schedule (Feb5th)). Exams will be objective and students are to provide scan-tron forms (form 882). Make-up exams, if permitted, will be essay. There will be hands-on application work due as each section is completed (see above). Late projects will not be returned. Students will also be required to give a short presentation. Note: a grade of C or better (70%) is required to use this class as a prerequisite for further classes.

Grade weighting:

Exams: 25% each (50% total)

Application projects: 8% each (40% total)

Presentation and class participation 10%

Disability Accommodation Statement:Students with a verified disability who may need a reasonable accommodation(s) for this class are encouraged to notify the instructor and contact the Office for Special Services(for City College CH109 323-953-4000 X2270) as soon as possible, at least two weeks before any exam or quiz. All information will remain confidential.

District Academic Dishonesty Policy: 9803.28 Academic Dishonesty. Violations Of Academic Integrity include, but are not limited to, the following actions: cheating on an exam, plagiarism, working together on an assignment, paper or project when the instructor has specifically stated students should not do so, submitting the same term paper to more than one instructor, or allowing another individual to assume one’s identity for the purpose of enhancing one’s grade.

PLEASE BE CONSIDERATE OF CLASSMATES AND SWITCH OFF PHONES DURING CLASS.