Lee University - CIS-100 Computer Literacy and Application (non-business majors)
Barbara R. Buckner
COURSE DESCRIPTION – 2 Credit Hours
A computer literacy course designed to introduce students to basic computer concepts, hardware, software, computer applications, electronic resources and to provide an essential hands‑on experience.
COURSE FOCUS
This course is designed to introduce students to computer technology and its use. Hands on work will be using Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Windows, and Internet Explorer.
TEXT & REFERENCES
Rutkosky, N. (2007). Microsoft Office 2007-Core Certification-Benchmark Series. St. Paul, MN: Paradigm Publishing Inc.
UNIVERSITY MISSION STATEMENT
Lee University is a Christian institution which offers liberal arts and professional education on both the baccalaureate and master’s levels. It seeks to provide education that integrates biblical truth as revealed in the Holy Scriptures with truth discovered through the study of the arts and sciences and in the practice of various professions. A personal commitment to Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior is the controlling perspective from which the educational enterprise is carried out. The foundational purpose of all educational programs is to develop within the student’s knowledge, appreciation, ability, understanding, and skills, which will prepare them for responsible Christian living in a complex world.
DISABILITIES STATEMENT DISABILITIES STATEMENT
Lee University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for students with disabilities, per Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. If you think you qualify, notify your instructor immediately.
COURSE GOALS & OBJECTIVES
General Learning Objectives - General Learning Objectives
This course seeks to:
Introduce the student to the history of computer technology and basic computer terminology.
Demonstrate resources available on the Internet and present proper etiquette in use of the Internet.
Provide students hands‑on‑experience using microcomputers/production type software packages.tc \l3 "Provide each student hands‑on‑experience using microcomputers and production type software packages.
Introduce students to ethical issues regarding the use of software.
Specific Behavioral Objectives:
After completing this course, the student will:
Computer Concepts - know basic parts of the computer system and basic computer terminology.
Windows - be familiar with Win- desktop, file and directory structure, and management features.
Internet - browse Internet, search & find research material, and email with attachments.
Word – create/edit multiple page documents with proper formatting, styles, tables, and graphics.
Excel - create and edit a spreadsheet with proper formatting, formulas, functions, and charts.
PowerPoint - create a presentation with formatting, transitions, animation, and graphics.
STUDENT CONTRIBUTIONS
ü Read assigned material before each class and bring textbook, diskettes, pencil, and paper
ü Complete work by due date (work from each section will not be accepted after exam)
ü Participate in class activities (i.e., pay attention, ask questions, help each other)
ü Follow the Computer Lab Rules (No Food or Drinks in Lab)
Note: No Instant Messaging or Texting During Class Lecture
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> 1800 |
A |
1460-1539 |
C |
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1740-1799 |
B+ |
1400-1459 |
C- |
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1660-1739 |
B |
1340-1399 |
D+ |
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1600-1659 |
B- |
1200-1339 |
D |
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1540-1599 |
C+ |
< 1200 |
F |
EVALUATION:
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Assignments |
900 |
Points |
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Exams (Windows, Word, Excel) |
450 |
Points |
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100 |
Points |
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Journal Summaries Word/Excel Computer Comparison PowerPoint Final |
100 300 150 |
Points Points Points |
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Total Points |
2000 |
Points |
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Absences |
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# |
Deductions |
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1 - 2 |
Minus 5%
each |
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3 - 4 |
Minus 10%
each |
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5 - 6 |
Minus 15%
each |
ABSENCE POLICY
Make-ups will NOT be given except in cases documented emergencies
Instructor must be contacted prior to absence by email or phone message.
Tardiness or departure before dismissal will be treated as an unexcused absence.
The student is expected to attend class every class session.
HONOR POLICY
As a Christian community of scholarship, we at Lee University are committed to the principles of truth and honesty in the academic endeavor. As faculty and students in this Christian community, we are called to present our academic work as an honest reflection of our abilities; we do not need to defraud members of the community by presenting others’ work as our own. Therefore, academic dishonesty is handled with serious consequences for two fundamental reasons: it is stealing – taking something that is not ours; it is also lying – pretending to be something it is not.
In a Christian community, such pretense is not only unnecessary; it is also harmful to the individual and community as a whole. Cheating should have no place at a campus where Christ is King because God desires us to be truthful with each other concerning our academic abilities. Only with a truthful presentation of our knowledge can there be an honest evaluation of our abilities. To such integrity, we as a Christian academic community are called.
You are expected to do your own work. You may not share or copy assignments or other work, to do so will be viewed as cheating and will result in a “0” on the assignment and dismissal from the class. This would result in an “F” for the course.
The instructor reserves the right to revise the syllabus as needed.
Assignments / Internet Special Project, Word & Excel Special Project / Journal / Schedule