INFT 110 Computer Concepts and Applications Professor s notes*

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1 INFT 1 Computer Concepts and Applications Professor s notes* *Note: All content is based on the professor s opinion and may vary from professor to professor & student to student. All content may be changed without notice. This information is for the purpose to provide analysis but is not binding in any form. From a Scale 1 (1 = low demands; 5 = moderate demands; = very demanding), How would you rate the overall level of difficulty of this course? Level of demand = 5 The course is not difficult. However, students will find that they need to spend time in learning applications. Students will be given textbook material as well as on line training which will take time. How would you rate the level of the reading requirements in this course? Level of demand = 5 The reading level for this course is moderate. Students will need to read the material as well as do what is asked of them. Many students want to skim, instead of read, this material. How would you rate the level of the lecture requirements in this course? Level of demand = 5 There is very little lecture in this course. Students will be given hints on how to do their work in each module. The on line training is demonstration and hands on work which take the place of the normal lecture. How would you rate the level of the online exam requirements in this course? Level of demand = 5 Presently there are four exams. All four exams will be taken on line through myitlab, which is an on line assessment instrument. How would you rate the level of the discussion board requirements in this course? Level of demand = 2 There is a very low level of discussion board requirements for this course. How would you rate the level of the written paper requirements in this course? Level of demand = 3 The written requirements for this course are very low. It is limited to e mails and short answers to questions. However, students need to be professional when they handle these requirements. Additional comments: The course itself is not a difficult course. Students may have difficulty in the beginning getting set up with the on line materials and understanding the work flow. However,

2 after the first week, students normally work very well and realize that they need the course to help them achieve academic success here at LU.

3 COURSE SYLLABUS CENTER FOR COMPUTER AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY INFT 1 COMPUTER CONCEPTS AND APPLICATIONS COURSE DESCRIPTION This course will introduce the student to the operation and use of computers. Specific applications taught include operating systems, word processing, spreadsheets, and presentation software. In addition, students will learn basic terminology and concepts related to the use of computers in today s society. RATIONALE This course is designed to offer the student a hands on introduction to computer concepts and applications. It will assist in fulfilling institutional aims through integrating university level computer competencies. I. PREREQUISITES None. II. III. REQUIRED RESOURCE PURCHASES Gaskin, F., & Vargas, M. (2008). Go! With Microsoft Office 2007 introduction. Upper Saddle River, NJ: Pearson/Prentice Hall. ISBN: * Access to MyITLab.com (Student must purchase a subscription to the website.) *Note: The ISBN number listed above is for a student package on MBS Direct that offers the textbook and MyITLab access. ADDITIONAL MATERIALS FOR LEARNING A. Computer with basic Internet access (broadband recommended) B. Microsoft Office 2007 (Microsoft Office is available at a special discount to LU students.) C. Windows XP D. ActiveX control (available as a download on MyITLab)

4 E. Adobe Flash Player (available as a download on MyITLab) IV. COURSE OBJECTIVES Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to: A. Understand basic computing applications such as operating systems, word processing, spreadsheets, and presentation software. B. Foster analytical reasoning and writing abilities by applying the vocabulary and cognitive foundations of computing to acquire, organize, and present documented information. C. Demonstrate file management using Windows. D. Manipulate fundamental spreadsheets using Excel. E. Create basic formulas using Excel. F. Create and edit basic word processing document techniques learned with Word. G. Use effectively, including the sending of files to another user and the use of Liberty Webmail. H. Create an effective presentation in PowerPoint. I. Define basic computer terminology. J. Utilize concepts relating to the Internet, hardware, software, and file management. V. COURSE REQUIREMENTS AND ASSIGNMENTS A. Textbook readings B. Training Activities (7) The student will complete seven (7) training activities on MyITLab covering the topics of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Each training session must be completed in one session in order for the student to receive a grade for the assignment. However, when studying for a quiz or exam the student may complete all or part of the training assignments. Each training session is worth points and must be completed no later than the end of the module in which it is assigned. C. Content Projects (19) The student will complete 19 projects from the textbook to be submitted through the corresponding assignment links in Blackboard. Each project is presented through step by step instruction in the textbook. A document

5 including tips and additional/alternate directions for each project is included in the corresponding modules as well. The projects are worth points each and must be completed no later than the end of the module in which they are assigned. D. Application Projects (5) E. Quiz The student will complete a total of five projects applying knowledge of basic computer concepts by following the step by step directions provided. Each project must be completed no later than the end of the module in which it is assigned and is worth points. After creating his or her MyITLab account, the student s first assignment is to take a quiz on MyITLab. The quiz is simply a way of notifying the instructor that successful access to MyITLab has been achieved by the student; no information regarding course content will be included in the quiz. The quiz is worth points and must be completed directly following the student s entrance to the MyITLab website. F. Exams (4) All exams will be completed on MyITLab. The exams are closedbook/closed notes. The student will not be allowed to use the Help feature during an exam or have another individual available for questions. There will be a statement in each exam asking the student if he or she completed all the work by himself or herself. It is expected that the student will abide by the Honor code statement found in the Liberty University Academic Handbook. VI. COURSE GRADING AND POLICIES A. Points B. Scale Training Activities (7 at pts. each) 175 Content Projects (19 at pts. each) 190 Application Projects (5 at pts. each) 1 Quiz Exam 1 (Concepts) 0 Exam 2 (Windows XP, Outlook) 0 Exam 3 (Word) 0 Final Exam (Cumulative) 200 Total 00 A = B = C = D = F = less than 600

6 C. Assignment Order Each assignment/activity in this course must be completed in order, as the information in this course often builds upon itself. The student must be careful to follow the order presented on the screen in each Blackboard module. Assignments are due on or before the assigned due date. No exceptions will be made for late assignments. However, the student may work ahead on his or her assignments provided they are completed in order. D. Extra Credit The student will have an opportunity to earn points of Extra Credit in Module 5 by completing an extra project in the textbook. The student must complete all parts of the assignment and submit them at the same time; no partial credit will be given. E. Student Help In this course students may not share disks, data, or any information with another student. However, you are encouraged to ask questions either from friends or the instructor concerning a specific task. All work must be completed solely by the student, whether it is homework, training, projects, or exams. F. Grading Assignments will be graded as quickly as possible. However, please allow up to five working days prior to checking on an assignment grade. G. Contacting the Instructor The best method for getting help from your instructor is through . However, questions asked at night may not be answered until the following morning, and questions asked over the weekend may not be answered until the following Monday. The student may also call the instructor during the assigned office hours. H. Disability Assistance Students with a documented disability may contact the DLP Office of Disability Academic Support (ODAS) at dlpodas@liberty.edu to make arrangements for academic accommodations.

7 COURSE CHART INFT 1 Textbooks: Gaskin & Vargas, Go! With Microsoft Office 2007 Introduction, (2008). WEEK/ MODULE READING & STUDY LEARNING ACTIVITIES POINTS DATE DUE 1 Ch. 4 Quiz 1 Exam 1 0 3/22 2 Ch. 1 Windows Explorer Project Project 1A: Activities Project 1A: Activity 1.9 3/29 3 Ch. 2 Project 2A Outlook Project Exam 2 0 4/5 4 Chs. 5 6 Word I & II Training ( pts. each) Project 5A Project 5B Project 5J Project 6A Project 6B Project 6I 50 4/12 5 Ch. 7 Word III Training Project 7A Project 7B Project 7I Exam 3 0 4/19 6 Ch. 9 Excel I Training Project 9A: Activities Project 9A: Activity 9.17 Project 9B 4/26 7 Ch. Excel II Training Project A: Activities.1..2 Project A: Activity..3 Project B 5/3

8 8 Chs PowerPoint I & II Training ( pts. each) Project 15A Project 15B Project 16A Project 16B Final Exam /9 DB = discussion board TOTAL 00