INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER APPLICATIONS
CIS 100-82 ( three credit hours )
Spring 1998

COURSE DESCRIPTION: The evolution of computers and their role in business are included. Additionally the processing cycle, ethical issues and fundamentals of programming are covered. Students use microcomputer and applications software ( word processing, database and spreadsheet) to prepare elementary documents, reports and graphs.

CIS 100 meets the Business Technology core and/or computer literacy requirements.

PREREQUISITE OR CONCURRENT: OS 116 or equivalent

TEXTBOOK: Microsoft Office: Introductory Concepts and Techniques by Shelly, Cashman and Vermaat. boyd & fraser. 1995.

DAYS, TIME AND MEETING PLACE: Tuesday and Thursday 12:00 noon - 1:15 p.m. Room S235, SECC Bell County Campus

ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR: Mr. Jamie H. Vaught
Classroom Building, Room 306
E-Mail Address: JHVAUG1@POP.UKY.EDU
Phone: 1-800-648-6057 ( relay service ), then 606- 242-2145 ext. 2055

B.S. Accounting, University of Kentucky MBA, University of Kentucky

Additional graduate work at University of Kentucky, Eastern Kentucky University and Lincoln Memorial University.

Southeast Community College (seventh year as accounting/business /computer instructor); Sue Bennett College, London (two years ); and St. Catharine College, Springfield ( three years ). Four years as internal auditor at First & Farmers Bank of Somerset. Author/newspaper columnist.

OFFICE HOURS: Monday 10:00 - 10:45 a.m.
Tuesday 9:00 - 11:45 a.m. and 2:15 - 3:45 p.m.
Wednesday 10:00 - 11:45 a.m.
Thursday 9:00 -11:45 a.m. and 2:15 - 3:45 p.m.
Also by appointment

SECC BELL COUNTY CAMPUS DIRECTOR: Mr. Walt Green 606-242-2145 ext. 2002

SOCIAL SCIENCES AND RELATED TECHNOLOGIES DIVISION CHAIR: Mr. Elijah Buell Jr. 606-589-2145 (Cumberland Campus)

COURSE OBJECTIVES: Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to demonstrate the following levels of competencies:

1) Describe basic computer functions and use correct computer terminology. 2) Explain the impact of computers upon society. 3) Explain the difference between system, application and programming software. 4) Demonstrate an understanding of a graphical user interface. 5) Use a word processing software package to prepare elementary documents. 6) Use a database software package to develop an elementary database and write basic reports on the data. 7) Use a spreadsheet program to prepare elementary financial reports. 8) Use the graphic capability of the spreadsheet software to generate elementary business graphs. 9) Write and execute an elementary program utilizing input, processing and output. 10) Demonstrate an understanding of basic data communications applications and networks. 11) Discuss ethical issues such as copyright, privacy, security and property as related to computing.

COURSE FORMAT: Hands-on computer applications and lecture

TOPICS: 1) Essential Computer Concepts 2) Computer Security, Privacy and Ethics 3) Programming languages 4) Internet 5) Microsoft Office Projects (including word processor, spreadsheet and database)

GENERAL EDUCATION COMPETENCIES (Specific Course):

1 ) Computer Literacy -- to demonstrate basic skills in computer operations and/or software applications

EVALUATION OF COMPETENCIES:

1 ) Computer Literacy -- the student will demonstrate basic computer skills in word processing, spreadsheet and database management software programs by solving problems in various hands-on tutorials or projects.

GENERAL EDUCATION COMPETENCIES (Taught Across the Curriculum):

1) Writing -- to communicate effectively using standard written English 2) Reading -- to analyze, summarize and interpret a variety of reading materials 3) Integrated Learning -- to think critically and make connections in learning across the discipline 4) Creative Thinking -- to elaborate upon knowledge to create new thoughts, processes and/or products 5) Ethics/Values -- to demonstrate an awareness of ethical considerations in making value choices

EVALUATION OF COMPETENCIES:

1) Writing -- the student will prepare a written summary of an article about computers appearing in computer or business periodicals in addition to completing an occasional essay question on various exams. He or she will be expected to communicate effectively using standard written English. 2) Reading -- the student will read the assigned chapters and projects in the textbook, and handouts. He or she will be evaluated through exams, quizzes and homework problems on the assigned chapters/projects. The student will also read articles in computer or business periodicals. 3) Integrated Learning -- the student will learn to process and interpret different computer application programs throughout the course by performing various projects. 4) Creative Thinking -- the student will interpret and respond to today’s real-world business situations to elaborate upon knowledge to create new thoughts, processes and/or solutions (projects). 5) Ethics/Values -- the student will be exposed to ethics through discussion of today’s ethical dilemmas (copyright, privacy and security) in business/computing environment.

GRADING: Four exams, including Final 45%
Homework Assignments 35%
Quizzes (Unannounced or announced) 10%
Project (One Written Summary) 10%
Total 100%

100 - 90 A
89 - 80 B
79 - 70 C
69 - 60 D
Below 60 E

You are allowed to drop your lowest grade among the four exams. If you missed one exam for ANY REASON, a grade of zero will be given and it will be dropped as the lowest grade. Generally, no make-up exams will be given. However, under extreme circumstances, a make up exam for the second exam missed could be given and it is worth a maximum of 85 points (you already lose at least 15 points).

In regard to quizzes, you are allowed to drop your lowest grade (which would be a zero if you missed one). However, if you missed more than one quiz, a make-up quiz (zes) will be given. Homework assignments must be turned in on time (or the due date). A satisfactory (S) grade for each homework assignment will be give you a numerical score of 95 points, while satisfactory with a minus (S-) grade will give a score of 85. You must repeat an unsatisfactory (U) homework assignment to receive credit (maximum of “S-” grade or 85 points). However, if the assignments are turned in late, it will result in a reduction of one lower grade (for example, from S to S-). NO EXCEPTIONS WILL BE MADE! It is the responsibility of the student to keep informed on classwork or assignments which are missed. Not knowing about an assignment or exam does not excuse one from submitting or taking it on time.

The Project consists of one written summary. You are to select a computer-related article (that you can understand or comprehend) found in business/computer periodicals and prepare a summary of the article (two full pages or more). Additional information will be provided in a handout at a later date. The project is due on Thursday, April 2. If the project is turned in late OR not typed for ANY REASON, it will result in a reduction of one letter grade. If the project is turned in late AND not typed, it will result in a reduction of two letter grades.

Please do not request extra credit assignments to compensate for an earlier unwillingness to work. This would be considered unfair to other members of the class.

Cheating of any sort WILL NOT be tolerated.

ATTENDANCE POLICY: Students are expected to attend all classes. Good attendance and excellent attitude will influence the instructor when faced with a borderline grading situation.

Chronic tardiness or early departure from a class is unacceptable and will be handled by the instructor on an individual basis. If you must leave during the class, please try to notify the instructor before the class begins.

WITHDRAWAL POLICY: Jan. 20 -- Last day to drop a course without a grade.

March 2 -- Last day for students, at their discretion, to officially withdraw from a class and receive a grade of W.

April 24 -- Last day for students, at the discretion of the instructor, to officially withdraw from a class and receive a grade of W. (It is the last day before Final Exams Week! If you need to drop a course, you should see your instructor before that date)

SMOKING & OTHER POLICIES: In accordance with state regulations and UK policies, smoking in SECC/Kentucky Tech buildings is not allowed.

No drinks, food or other tobacco products are to be consumed in the classroom.

TENTATIVE CIS 100-82 COURSE OUTLINE: (Subject to change)

--Essential Computer Concepts, Programming Languages, and Computer Security, Privacy & Ethics
--Microsoft Office (introduction)

EXAM # 1

--Microsoft Word 6 For Windows (word processing)

EXAM # 2

--Microsoft Excel 5 For Windows (spreadsheet) --Internet

EXAM # 3

--Microsoft Access 2 for Windows (database)

EXAM # 4 (FINAL)