Welcome to CGS2100 Computer Fundamentals and Applications
Online at Osceola Campus
Summer 2016
CRNs:
CGS2100 - 33379 H1
CGS2100-- 33380 H2
Contact Information:
Denise Ross, Program Manager - STEM
Osceola Campus - Office 4-315
Phone: 321-682-4818
Twitter: STEMOsceola
Facebook Page: STEMOsceola
Please follow proper e-mail etiquette when sending an e-mail. Also, be advised I have more than one section/course and you must include your full name, VID number, course name and CRN. If this information is not in the email, it will be harder for me to assist. You will receive response within 48 hours.
Atlas Web Page: http://atlas.valenciacollege.edu
Blackboard: http://learn.valenciacollege.edu
Office Hours:
Monday - Thursday 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Be aware that college-wide meetings or other college commitments sometimes interfere with scheduled office hours and it is a wise policy to call or check before visiting the office.
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COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course covers the fundamentals of computers and computer nomenclature, particularly with respect to personal computer hardware and software used in today's business environment. Students will survey and use business applications programs utilizing pre-written programs that include word processing, spreadsheet, databases, presentation graphics, and Web browsers. Students completing the course will have a solid understanding of computer concepts, how to use computers and software in today's business world, and how to access information on the World Wide Web.
Valencia Graduate Competencies:
Think, Value, Communicate & Act (Click here to view)
CREDITS: 3
PREREQUISITES: None- However you should have a basic understanding of general computer usage. If not, I would recommend that you register for CGS1060 Introduction to Computers.
EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS:
**Please be advised that the reference software used in this course is Microsoft Office Suite 2013/Office 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access) and Windows 8 Operating System. You are not required to purchase this software however, you must have access to this software ** Office 365/ProPlus can be accessed through your Atlas account. Please check blackboard for instructions Office Pro-Plus instructions.
Office
365:
As a current Valencia College student you are given a free subscription to
Office 365. Please log in to your Atlas account and click on O365/EMAIL. Follow
the instructions and install the program. Please note: access to Office 365 is
only available as long as you are a current Valencia College student.
If you already have Office 2013 installed on your computer I do not
recommend
REQUIRED COURSE MATERIALS:
Students must purchase the course material (SAM student access codes) from the Osceola Campus bookstore. The SAM access code includes access to the ebook New Perspectives on Microsoft Office 2013, First Course, chapter exams, case projects and trainings. Before you open the package please see the course announcement in blackboard for other options....
Students will
need to install Adobe Acrobat Reader software to view the lecture notes as well
as additional course documents. The software is free and can be downloaded
from the link below.
Student Access Code (Osceola Campus bookstore)
Preferred Internet browser: Mozilla Firefox (preferred browser for Blackboard) but others can be used.
GRADE EVALUATION:
During the session, there will be scheduled case projects and exams. Please follow the assignment schedule in blackboard for exam and assignment due dates. All assignments must be submitted by their due date under its respective area, SAM or Blackboard. Assignments will NOT, I REPEAT NOT be accepted through any other method but through Blackboard or SAM. Occasionally, class structure will vary from the plan to student/instructor interest.
The grading scale for this course is:
A = 90 - 100
B =
80 - 89
C
= 70 - 79
D =
60 - 69
F =
0 - 59
The final semester grade consists of four (4) components. Each area is a percentage out of 100:
|
Technology Discussion Board (Weekly) |
20 % |
|
MS Office 2013 : SAM Case Problems Word/Access/Excel/PowerPoint |
30% |
|
SAM Exams New Perspectives Concepts (4) Exams Office 2013: Word/Access/Excel/PowerPoint Exams |
30 % |
|
Final Project |
20 % |
| Total | 100 % |
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ONLINE STUDENTS:
YOUR WEEKLY TECHNOLOGY DISCUSSION RESPONSES ARE COUNTED AS YOUR ATTENDANCE
Technology Discussions: You will have a new IT related discussion topic every Monday. Discussion topics are only available for a week and will not be re-opened. Do not wait until the last minute to respond to the discussion. You will respond to my initial post with your thoughts on the topic and then respond to another student. You can also use the questions at the end as a guide. Responses should be a minimum of 150 words. Please follow the assignment schedule and/or check the discussion board for the topic.
SAM 2013 Assessment, Projects, and Training
Description
SAM 2013 Assessment, Training, and Projects version 2.0 (including MindTap Reader!) offers a real-world approach to applying Microsoft Office 2013 skills. The Assessment portion of this powerful and easy to use software is designed to help assess students' proficiency of the Microsoft Office 2013 software applications, as well as Windows 8, Internet Explorer 10, and Outlook. The Training portion allows students to learn in the way that works best for them by reading, watching, or receiving guided help. The Projects portion allows students to work live-in-the-application on project-based assignments
SAM STUDENT ACCESS CODE REQUIRED:
You must purchase your SAM student access code from the
Osceola Campus bookstore. Once you
have access to your blackboard course you will be prompted to enter the student
access code for the SAM link. Without this code you will not be able to access
your Ebook, assignments, exams and trainings.
New Perspectives on Microsoft Office 2013, First Course E-book lab tutorial exercises are designed to teach and prepare you for the assignment/project and it is highly recommended that you read the eBook tutorial in its entirety before attempting the SAM case problem. You are required to submit your Office 2013/Office 365 assignments & tests in blackboard.
MS Office 2013 Training (SAM) Optional: MS Office 2013 quizzes will have a training component. The training is designed to help you with your MS Office quizzes. I recommend that you complete the training exercise prior to taking the exam. The training will be available all semester. The training exercises will not be graded.
Concepts and Office 2013 Exams (SAM)
exams will
cover
Essential Concepts, Windows 8, File Management, The Internet and
Microsoft Office 2013.
All
exams must be completed online using the SAM learning management system. Failure
to complete the exams during the allocated time will result in a failing grade
for that exam. Please see SAM Assignments link for exams. Exams may contain
true/false and/or task oriented questions. You will be given two attempts for
the each exam. Exams will cover the topics addressed in the
New Perspectives on Microsoft Office 2013,
First Course
eBook. Exams
will be in an "Always Available" status. However; If the exam is not completed
by the assignment schedule due date, 10 (ten) points will be deducted for
each day its late.
Word/Excel/Access/PowerPoint Case Problems (SAM): These case problems can be completed at home or in the campus Learning Center. Please be advised that you will need to have access to Microsoft Office 2013/Office 365. Office 2010 may be used but please be advised there are differences in features and grades will not be adjusted. You are not required to purchase the software but you must have access to it. The software is available in the classroom and in the Learning Center 3-300 Osceola Campus or your nearest campus. Case Problems will be in an "Always Available" status. However; If the case problem is not completed by the assignment schedule due date, 10 (ten) points will be deducted for each day its late.
Final Project: Students will use the features of Microsoft Office 2013/Office 365 and Information Technology to create a mock business. Information will be provided one week before the end of the term.
Note:
Final course grades of "A," "B," "C," "D," or "F" shall be assigned based upon the student's academic achievement upon the completion of all course work, including the required final examination. A student who fails to take the required final examination may receive a final course grade earned, unless the professor elects to assign the student a grade of "I" or as otherwise addressed in the Professor's course syllabus.
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Withdrawal Policy
NOTE: It is YOUR responsibility to withdraw from the course.
Per Valencia Policy 4-07 (Academic Progress, Course
Attendance and Grades, and Withdrawals), a student who withdraws from class
before the withdrawal deadline of (see
table below) will receive a grade of “W.”
A student is not permitted to withdraw after the withdrawal deadline.
A faculty member MAY withdraw a student up to the beginning of the final
exam period for violation of the class attendance policy. A student who is
withdrawn by faculty for violation of the class attendance policy will receive a
grade of “W.”
Any student who
withdraws or is withdrawn from a class during a third or subsequent attempt in
the same course will be assigned a grade of “F.”
For a complete policy and procedure overview on Valencia Policy 4-07
please go to:
http://valenciacollege.edu/generalcounsel/policydetail.cfm?RecordID=75.
Before you withdraw click here... http://catalog.valenciacollege.edu/academicpoliciesprocedures/courseattemptscoursewithdrawal/
NO-SHOW PROCEDURE
Any student who
does not attend class or respond to the online student introduction blog in
blackboard by the No
Show/drop/refund deadline for this course’s part of term will be
withdrawn by the instructor as a no-show. This will count as an attempt in
the class, and students will be liable for tuition. If your plans have
changed and you will not be attending this class, please withdraw yourself
through your Atlas account during the drop period for this part of term.
COLLEGE POLICIES:
A
full description of all College policies can be found in the College Catalog at
http://valenciacollege.edu/catalog/ ; Policy Manual at
http://www.valenciacollege.edu/generalcounsel/ ; and the Student Handbook at
http://valenciacollege.edu/studentdev/CampusInformationServices
STUDENT
ASSISTANCE PROGRAM:
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and successful college experience. To that purpose, Valencia students can
get immediate help with issues dealing with stress, anxiety, depression,
adjustment difficulties, substance abuse, time management as well as
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face-to-face counseling is also available.
OFFICE OF STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES INFORMATION:
Students with disabilities who qualify for academic accommodations must provide
a Notification to Instructor (NTI) form from the Office for Students with
Disabilities (OSD) and discuss specific needs with the professor, preferably
during the first two weeks of class. The Office for Students with Disabilities
determines accommodations based on appropriate documentation of disabilities.
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