Course Understanding Computers, Information, and Systems – CIS 1150 Section 004 and Section 012

Title: (IAI BUS 902)

Mrs. Mary Kennedy, MS Ed., MOT, MOS
Instructor: Email: kennedym@cod.edu
Phone: 630 605-6719 (cell)
Office BIC 2406 – mailbox / SCC 120 Staff Room
Spring 2018 MC M/W class Section 004-10:00-11:50 am and Section 012-2:00-1:50 pm
SCC113, Before or after class as necessary, or by appointment only. Can contact via e-mail, text,
Office Hours Skype or Join. If you need immediate assistance, e-mail/call/text cell phone. F2F and Online Classes
cell from 9:00 am - 9:30 pm.
None. However, to successfully take this course in the time frame, a lot of work will be done online;
you need to have computer, general typing ability, and online experience. For more information go
Prerequisite: to http://www.cod.edu/Online This course while isn’t a true Hybrid it does contain both Online work
and Class Discussion.
01/22/2018-05/16/2018 Lecture/Lab Discussion Monday, Wednesday
Lecture Lab Section 004 - 10:00AM - 11:50AM
Section 012 - 02:00PM - 03:50PM
Location Main Campus, Seaton Computing Center, Room 113
Illinois Articulation Initiative (IAI) number: Majors IAI Number(s): BUS 902/CS 910/AG 913

Course Materials:
1) Textbooks 2 books are required. You can purchase cheapest version at our bookstore with
one of these two solutions. Both include the MyITLab access code. Buy one of these solutions
THIS - Solution #1:
DIGITAL SOLUTION (ISBN: 9780134768205) - This includes all the digital books e-book and access code for
MyITLab
• MyITLab with Pearson eText -- Access Card -- for Exploring 2016 with Technology in Action, 14th Edition
OR - Solution #2:
PRINTED SOLUTION (PACKAGE ISBN: (9780134693132) - This includes all the digital books e-book, the hard copy
of each book, and access code for MyITLab
• Technology in Action, 14th E by Solomon et. All (ISBN: 9780134289106)
• Exploring Office 2016 (ISBN: 9780134320793)
• MyITLab Access Card (ISBN: 9780134608518)
2) Register for MyITLab - following the video instructions or the printable pdf. Use the 2 week
trial to get started.
• Getting Students started Video LINK: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=--heDdwarh4
• Getting Students started Printable Pdf
Link: https://media.pearsoncmg.com/long/CEPM.selfpaced/FDOCs/Student_Getting_Started_Handout_MyLabMasteri
ng_Blackboard.pd
3) You will also need a flash drive or folder to store your work neatly. Notes are optional
because they can be done digitally in the e-books and saved.
4) COD Student E-mail has Office 365/2016 available for download for free for students. Contact
the Student Help desk for your copy. Information Technology Student Help Desk: (630) 942-2999,
studenthelp@dupage.edu

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Course Description: As set forth in the College of DuPage 2017-2019 Catalog, CIS 1150 (IAI BUS 902)
Understand Computers, Information, and Systems: An overview of the computing field and its typical
applications. Covers key terminology and components of computer hardware, software and operating
systems. Other topics include systems development methods, management information systems,
programming languages, communications, networks, application software, the Internet and career
opportunities. Microcomputer applications include word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation
software. (F2F, Hybrid or Online – 3 lecture hours, 1 lab hour)
Repeatable for credit: No Pre-Enrollment Criteria: No prerequisites.

Course Objectives
Upon successful completion of the course the student should be able to do the following:
1. Define computer terms
2. Identify basic components of computer
systems
3. Categorized types of computer software
4. Differentiate Operating Systems by types
and components
5. Demonstrate file management and
maintenance using and operating system
6. Install software including apps
7. Use business applications and
communication software in a professional
environment
8. Utilize word processing software to create,
edit, and format business documents and
perform mail merges
9. Utilize spreadsheet software to create and
edit formulas, functions, charts, ‘what if’
analysis, and pivot tables for business
decision making and problem solving
10. Use database software to create and design
tables, forms, queries (selecting and
filtering features), and reports
11. Use presentation software to create, design,
and share presentations that include
enhanced features and web tools
12. Create web page using basic coding
principles
13. Describe computer networking and
communications
14. Explain System Development Life Cycle
(SDLC) phases
15. Description computer security, privacy, and
ethics
16. Describe program development cycle
17. Demonstrate use of major programming
languages
18. Demonstrate use of cloud and mobile apps
19. Describe components of enterprise
computing
20. Describe computer careers

Topical Outline:
Concepts Outline • Program development and programming
• Computer basics languages
• Computer hardware • Information systems development
• Computer software • Security, privacy, and ethics
• Operating systems and utility programs • Enterprise computing
• Hands-on microcomputer applications: word Computing careers and certification
processing, spreadsheets, database
• Presentation software
• File management, virus protection, and backup
• Internet and LAN technology Web sites and e-
commerce
• Digital media
• Database management

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Applications • PowerPoint 1 Creating a Basic Presentation
• Windows 10 and Office 2016 Overview • PowerPoint 2 Presentation Development
• Word 1 Introduction to Word • Access 1 Introduction to Access
• Word 2 Document Presentation • Access 2 Tables and Queries in Relational
• Excel 1 Introduction to Excel Databases
• Excel 2 Formulas and Functions • Access 3 Using Queries to Make Decisions
• Excel 3 Charts • Access 4 Creating and Using Professional Forms
• Excel 4 Datasets and Tables and Reports

Schedule / Requirements: This is a tentative schedule and it is the instructor’s prerogative to modify it.
It is assumed that you have read the material that will be presented prior to attending class. According to
College of DuPage guidelines, expect to spend 2-3 hours outside of class for every 1 hour in class. Therefore,
plan to spend 8-12 hours outside of class per week on this course.

Deadline Dates: In order to ensure that you are able to successfully complete this course on a timely
basis, various deadlines have been set. The deadlines set forth below are firm deadlines, which will not be
extended except in extraordinary circumstance. (Please note that being busy with work, family, etc. does NOT
constitute an extraordinary circumstance.) Items below can be downloading under Syllabus in BB as well. See
Blue Point Tally Assignment sheet for individual assignments. Below are an overview (grey) and summary
(pink) of calendars.

Rules: Students are expected to be on time and attend every class (unless prior arrangements have been
made). Class attendance can affect your final grade, as every unexcused absence is six points removed from the
score and two or more may result in the reduction of your final grade by one letter grade. Being five or more
minutes late constitutes being tardy and two points will be removed. Once the door to the classroom has been
closed, you will not be permitted to enter the classroom. Missing three or more classes or two assignments can
and will result in non-pursuit of course objectives and automatic withdrawal.
No assignment will be accepted after the due date for full credit. Note: This course relies heavily on access to
computers, specific software, and the Internet. At some point during the term, you will have a technology
problem: your laptop will crash, a file will become corrupted, a server will go down, or something else will occur.
These are facts of life, not emergencies. Technology problems will not normally be accepted as excuses for
unfinished work. Count on “stuff” happening and protect yourself by doing the following:
• Plan ahead and start early, particularly if scarce resources are required
• Save work often—at least every ten minutes
• Make regular backups of files in a different location from the originals
• When editing, set aside the original and work with a copy
• Practice safe computing when surfing the web and checking e-mail
• On your personal computer, install and use software to control viruses and malware

Files/folders not named as stated in the instructions will not be graded and will receive a score of zero.

Cheating will result in the pursuit of disciplinary action and may include a grade of ‘F’ for this course. More
importantly, you will deny yourself an opportunity to learn something. Cheating includes copying labs, reports,
projects, tests, exams, and plagiarism, as well as helping another student cheat by giving them answers, files, or
doing the work for them.

Running electronic devices is not allowed in the classroom/lab. Food/drink is not allowed in the lab. In addition
to the rules outlined in this syllabus and presented in class, it is the student’s responsibility to understand and
abide by all COD academic policies as stated in the current catalog.

All Academic Policies and Procedures can be found at www.cod.edu/catalog

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 CIS 1150-004 & 012 Calendar of Class Dates 16 WK Spring 2018 F2F Schedule
QUIZ Due *
All GP/C LAB's Due
DATE <-- ONLINE TOPIC / <-- ONLINE SIMULATIONS Sims* --> following Due Date *
* -->
lecture
Class Introduction (opened online date)
M 22-Jan DB 28-Jan
Discussion Board

M 22-Jan Registration into MyITLab Student Orientation Simulations, Projects SO/1 SO 23-Jan

Chapter 1: Using Technology to Change the World; Introduction,

W 24-Jan 5/W10 OF16 1 28-Jan
Optional Videos, Quiz
Chapter 5: System Software: The Operating System, Utility
M 29-Jan 4 5 4-Feb
Programs, and File Management; Simulation, Quiz
Applications - Getting Started with Windows 10; Simulations, Quiz
W 31-Jan W16-1 W10 OF16 4-Feb
and Taking the First Step Office 2016; Optional Videos
Chapter 4: Application Software: Programs That Let You Work and
M 5-Feb 4 11-Feb
Play; Simulation, Quiz
W 16-2 /
W 7-Feb Word 1: Introduction to Word; Simulations, Grader Project 11-Feb
2
Word 2: Document Presentation; Simulations, Grader Project,
Capstone project, Practice Exam Word Lab Day &
M 12-Feb W16-1, 2 W16 18-Feb
EC 3. Word - Document Productivity & EC 4. Word - Collaboration
and Research
Chapter 2: Looking at Computers: Understanding the Parts; 6/
W 14-Feb 2 18-Feb
Simulation, Quiz E 16-1
Chapter 6: Understanding and Assessing Hardware: Evaluating Your
M 19-Feb 6 25-Feb
System; Simulation, Quiz
W 21-Feb Excel 1: Introduction to Excel; Simulations, Grader Project E16-1 11-Mar
E16-2/
M 26-Feb Excel 2: Formulas and Functions; Simulations, Grader Project 25-Feb
E16-3
E16-4/
W 28-Feb Excel 3: Charts; Simulations, Grader Project 4-Mar
3
Excel 4: Datasets and Tables; Simulations, Grader Project, Capstone
M 5-Mar 11 E16-2, 3 & 4 E16 11-Mar
Project, Practice Exam & Excel Lab Day
Chapter 3: Using the Internet: Making the Most of the Web’s
W 7-Mar A16-1 3 11-Mar
Resources; Simulation, Quiz
Chapter 11 Behind the Scenes: Databases and Information Systems;
M 12-Mar A16-2 11 18-Mar
Simulation, Quiz
T 13-Mar Mid Semester Date
W 14-Mar Access 1: Introduction to Access; Simulations, Grader Project A16-1 8-Apr
Access 2: Tables and Queries in Relational Databases; Simulations,
M 19-Mar A16-3 18-Mar
Grader Project
Access 3: Using Queries to Make Decisions; Simulations, Grader
W 21-Mar A16-2, 3 8-Apr
Project
A16-4/
M-S 26-Mar Spring Break 3/26/2018-4/1/2018 - Plan Ahead for next week! 1-Apr
7
Access 4: Creating and Using Professional Forms and Reports;
Simulations, Grader Project, Capstone Project, Practice Exam &
M 2-Apr A16-4 A16 8-Apr
Access Lab Day
Web Page Portfolio Review
Chapter 7: Networking: Connecting Computing Devices; Simulation,
W 4-Apr 13 / 8 ND 7 8-Apr
Quiz, Network Diagram Project (ND)
Chapter 13: Behind the Scenes: How the Internet Works;
M 9-Apr P16-1 13 15-Apr
Simulation, Quiz
Chapter 8: Managing a Digital Lifestyle: Media and Ethics;
W 11-Apr P16-2 8 15-Apr
Simulation, Quiz
S 14-Apr Withdrawel Date 14-Apr
Better PowerPoint Presentations/Powerpoint 1: Creating a Basic
M 16-Apr P16-1 22-Apr
Presentation; Simulations, Grader Project
PowerPoint 2: Presentation Development; Simulations, Grader
Project, Capstone Project, Practice Exam PowerPoint Lab Day, & EC 9/
W 18-Apr P16-2 P16 22-Apr
PPT Chapter 3 Presentation Design & EC PPT Chapter 4 Enhancing 12
with Multimedia
Chapter 9: Securing Your System: Protecting Your Digital Data and
M 23-Apr 9 29-Apr
Devices; Simulation, Quiz and Wiki Signup
Chapter 12: Behind the Scenes: Networking and Security in the
W 25-Apr Business World; Simulation, Quiz 10 SDLC PPT 12 29-Apr
SDLC Presentation Group Project (SDLC PPT)
Chapter 10: Behind the Scenes: Software Programming; Simulation,
M 30-Apr 10 6-May
Quiz
W 2-May Logic Day Group and Individual Projects and Flowchart Projects 3-May
M 7-May Web Page Presentation 5/7 late on 5/9 6-May
Hour of Code Date/Catch Up Web Page & All Late/Makeup work due
W 9-May 11-May
Friday
M 14-May Final Exam (Concepts & Applications) in class during regular time 14-May

Key: W16=Microsoft Word 2016; E16=Microsoft Excel 2016; A16=Microsoft Access 2016; P16=Microsoft PowerPoint 2016; O16=Outlook 2016; #=Chapter
number in Technology in Action book; S=Simulations, Q = Quiz, GP = Grader Project, C = Capstone, DB = Discussion Board
*Most Items are due 11:59 pm Sunday or Tuesday nights before class on the assigned due date unless otherwise denoted in last column ( bolded items).
There are no late opportunities for quizzes. Other Due dates are denoted accordingly. Reminder Simulations are due the night before lecture, not the
Sunday after. Quizes are due after lecture.

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 LAST DATE TO:
(The wise student will submit assignments earlier than the due.)
Topic
Wk Cls Starts on
1 1 Monday, January 22, 2018
1 1 Monday, January 22, 2018
1 2 Wednesday, January 24, 2018
2 3 Monday, January 29, 2018
2 4 Wednesday, January 31, 2018
3 5 Monday, February 5, 2018
3 6 Wednesday, February 7, 2018
4 7 Monday, February 12, 2018
4 8 Wednesday, February 14, 2018
5 9 Monday, February 19, 2018
5 10 Wednesday, February 21, 2018
6 11 Monday, February 26, 2018
6 12 Wednesday, February 28, 2018
7 13 Monday, March 5, 2018
7 14 Wednesday, March 7, 2018
8 15 Monday, March 12, 2018
8 Tuesday, March 13, 2018
8 16 Wednesday, March 14, 2018
9 17 Monday, March 19, 2018
9 18 Wednesday, March 21, 2018
10 Monday, March 26, 2018
11 19 Monday, April 2, 2018
11 20 Wednesday, April 4, 2018
12 21 Monday, April 9, 2018
12 22 Wednesday, April 11, 2018
12 Saturday, April 14, 2018
13 23 Monday, April 16, 2018
13 24 Wednesday, April 18, 2018
14 25 Monday, April 23, 2018
14 26 Wednesday, April 25, 2018
15 27 Monday, April 30, 2018
15 28 Wednesday, May 2, 2018
16 29 Monday, May 7, 2018
16 30 Wednesday, May 9, 2018
17 31 Monday, May 14, 2018
*Most Items are due 11:59 pm Sunday nights or Tuesday nights before class on the assigned due date unless otherwise denoted in last column ( bolded
items). There are no late opportunities for quizzes. Other Due dates are denoted accordingly. Reminder Simulations are due the night before lecture,
CIS 1150-004 012-Syllabus SP2018-16WK MKennedy
See Blue Calendar for actual due
dates
Your Due Date * based on
assignment type
Class Introduction (opened online date) Sunday, January 28, 2018
Discussion Board
Registration into MyITLab Student Orientation Simulations, Projects Tuesday, January 23, 2018
Chapter 1: Using Technology to Change the World; Introduction, Sunday, January 28, 2018
Optional Videos, Quiz
Chapter 5: System Software: The Operating System, Utility Sunday, February 4, 2018
Programs, and File Management; Simulation, Quiz
Applications - Getting Started with Windows 10; Simulations, Quiz Sunday, February 4, 2018
and Taking the First Step Office 2016; Optional Videos
Chapter 4: Application Software: Programs That Let You Work and Sunday, February 11, 2018
Play; Simulation, Quiz
Word 1: Introduction to Word; Simulations, Grader Project Sunday, February 18, 2018
Word 2: Document Presentation; Simulations, Grader Project, Sunday, February 18, 2018
Capstone project, Practice Exam Word Lab Day &
EC 3. Word - Document Productivity & EC 4. Word - Collaboration
and Research
Chapter 2: Looking at Computers: Understanding the Parts; Sunday, February 18, 2018
Simulation, Quiz
Chapter 6: Understanding and Assessing Hardware: Evaluating Your Sunday, February 25, 2018
System; Simulation, Quiz
Excel 1: Introduction to Excel; Simulations, Grader Project Sunday, March 11, 2018
Excel 2: Formulas and Functions; Simulations, Grader Project Sunday, March 11, 2018
Excel 3: Charts; Simulations, Grader Project Sunday, March 11, 2018
Excel 4: Datasets and Tables; Simulations, Grader Project, Capstone Sunday, March 11, 2018
Project, Practice Exam & Excel Lab Day
Chapter 3: Using the Internet: Making the Most of the Web’s Sunday, March 11, 2018
Resources; Simulation, Quiz
Chapter 11 Behind the Scenes: Databases and Information Systems; Sunday, March 18, 2018
Simulation, Quiz
Mid Semester Date
Access 1: Introduction to Access; Simulations, Grader Project Sunday, April 8, 2018
Access 2: Tables and Queries in Relational Databases; Simulations, Sunday, April 8, 2018
Grader Project
Access 3: Using Queries to Make Decisions; Simulations, Grader Sunday, April 8, 2018
Project
Spring Break 3/26-4/1/2018 Sunday, April 1, 2018
Access 4: Creating and Using Professional Forms and Reports; Sunday, April 8, 2018
Simulations, Grader Project, Capstone Project, Practice Exam &
Access Lab Day
Web Page Portfolio Review
Chapter 7: Networking: Connecting Computing Devices; Simulation, Sunday, April 8, 2018
Quiz, Network Diagram Project (ND)
Chapter 13: Behind the Scenes: How the Internet Works; Sunday, April 15, 2018
Simulation, Quiz
Chapter 8: Managing a Digital Lifestyle: Media and Ethics; Sunday, April 15, 2018
Simulation, Quiz
Withdrawel Date Saturday, April 14, 2018
Better PowerPoint Presentations/Powerpoint 1: Creating a Basic Sunday, April 22, 2018
Presentation; Simulations, Grader Project
PowerPoint 2: Presentation Development; Simulations, Grader Sunday, April 22, 2018
Project, Capstone Project, Practice Exam PowerPoint Lab Day, & EC
PPT Chapter 3 Presentation Design & EC PPT Chapter 4 Enhancing
with Multimedia
Chapter 9: Securing Your System: Protecting Your Digital Data and Sunday, April 29, 2018
Devices; Simulation, Quiz and Wiki Signup
Chapter 12: Behind the Scenes: Networking and Security in the Sunday, April 29, 2018
Business World; Simulation, Quiz
SDLC Presentation Group Project (SDLC PPT)
Chapter 10: Behind the Scenes: Software Programming; Simulation, Sunday, May 6, 2018
Quiz
Logic Day Group and Individual Projects and Flowchart Projects Thursday, May 3, 2018
Web Page Presentation 5/7 late on 5/9 Sunday, May 6, 2018
Hour of Code Date/Catch Up Web Page & All Late/Makeup work due Friday, May 11, 2018
Friday
Final Exam (Concepts & Applications) in class during regular time Monday, May 14, 2018
not the Sunday after. Quizes are due after lecture.
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CIS Academic Honesty Statement: The CIS Department believes that personal honesty and integrity
are as important in the computer field as technical skill. We want our degrees and certificates to reflect this
belief. To help students understand what constitutes dishonesty in a CIS course, we have developed the
following policy:

1. A student should complete all assignments, projects, quizzes, and tests individually unless the
instructor gives permission to work with a partner or a group.
2. If an instructor requests the source files or data files used to produce the output, a student should be
able to submit a disk that contains his/her individual work.
3. A student must not intentionally use or attempt to use another student's work.
4. A student must not knowingly assist another student in the dishonest use of course materials.
5. A student must not copy material from the Internet, books, magazines, newspapers, or any other
source without acknowledgment.

Disciplinary action for cheating may result in failure for the course and a formal report filed with the Associate
Vice President for Student Affairs. The student(s) will have the opportunity to meet with the Associate Vice
President and/or appear before a Judicial Review Board to contest this report. Suspension, expulsion, or a
record of the event on the student's transcript may result.

Grading Policy: Simulations, quizzes, and examinations illustrate your knowledge of the course material.
Software labs reinforce particular concepts covered during course. Changes to the grading scale, number of
assignments, or relative weight are the instructor's prerogative.

S, I, W = See following sections

SSM 37.0 2.40%

Grading Scale: Concepts 614.5 39.92%
A 90%-100% 1,385.6 1,539.5 Applications 498.0 32.35%
Exams 100.0 6.50%
B 80%-89.9% 1,231.6 1,385.5
E-Port 100.0 6.50%
C 70%-79.9% 1,077.7 1,231.5 Atten 100.0 6.50%
D 60%-69.9% 923.7 1,077.6 8ND/10GP/Logic/FC 80.0 5.20%
Disc Brd 1 10.0 0.65%
F 0.0%-59.9% - 923.6 Total 1,539.5 100.00%

Concept Simulations 35 @ 3-15 points each = 195.0 points

Concept Quizzes 14 @ 29.5-30 points each = 419.5 points
Applications Simulations 18 @ 9 points each = 108.0 points
Application Practice Exams 4 @ 20 points each = 80.0 points
Grader Projects 12 @ 15 points each = 180.0 points
Capstone Projects 4 @ 20 points each = 80.0 points
Discussion Board 1 @ 10 points = 10.0 points
Orientation Student Success 7 @ 2-3 points ea, 1@ 20 = 37.0 points
In-Class Lab Work 10 @ 5 points each = 50.0 points
Group Projects, ND, Logic, FC, PPT 4 @ 20 points each = 80.0 points
E-Portfolio 1 @ 100 points = 100.0 points
Attendance 16 weeks @ 100 points = 100.0 points
Application Final Exam 1 @ 30 points = 30.0 points
Concept Final Exam 1 @ 70 points = 70.0 points
TOTAL =1,539.5 points

Take special note of the Deadline Dates. These dates are firm and apply to all
students. No exceptions are made.
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Methodology: Textbook Material It is your responsibility to read the material before coming to class and
be prepared to discuss it. Discussion (aka lecture) — The discussion of the material, encompassing questions,
analysis, and debate of concepts. Tutorial — A guided, step-by-step approach to help you gain experience in
creating files and performing functions together as a class. Labs — In class exercises that allow you to put into
practice the concepts you learned during the tutorial. Projects — At home assignments designed to challenge
your skill level and demonstrate your understanding of tutorial and lab concepts. Quiz/Exam — Used to
ascertain if terminology and concepts are being retained.

Laboratory: Lab time is for you to learn how to use computers and software. Lab assignments are to be
completed during class time and designed to help you learn how to complete your homework assignments
and to do your work more efficiently. I expect that there will be things you do not understand and that
mistakes will be made. That is fine, as long as you learn and progress from them. So if you have difficulty, ask
questions. If you do not ask, I assume you have complete understanding of the material and procedures.

Chapter Assignments: All assignments are to be done individually. You may not work with a partner
when completing the individual assignments. (See CIS Academic Honesty Statement above).

All Units: You must have Internet access. You submit your work electronically.

For MS Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint: You must have Microsoft Office 2016. Contact Student Help
Desk to get your free current copy of Office. (Student Help Desk: (630) 942-2999, studenthelp@dupage.edu)

If you do not have Office 2016, you can use the College of Du Page Computer Labs:
• ACC lab (East main campus SRC 30001)
• Regional Center: Bloomingdale, Naperville, Addison, or Westmont Learning Centers
• LRC main campus

Quizzes and Test: Each chapter in Technology in Action (Concepts) has a quiz that consists of 20 multiple
choice questions each worth 30 points. The Win 10 Concepts is worth 29.5 points.

Each Application in the Exploring Office 2016 has a practice exam that consists of 20 m/c, t/f, etc. questions
worth 20 points.

There is also a comprehensive final that consists of 100 multiple-choice questions worth 100 points. Concept
questions 70 points and Application questions 30 points.

Withdrawal Policy: Course Withdrawals:

The last day to withdraw from this class is Saturday, April 14, 2018. After that date, students may file a
Petition for Late Withdrawal through the Registration Office. Petitions for Late Withdrawal will be granted for
extenuating circumstances only, including student illness, death in the immediate family, family emergencies,
call to active duty, or other appropriate extenuating circumstances. The student will be required to provide
appropriate documentation for all requests for Late Withdrawal. Prior to withdrawing from this class,
students are encouraged to speak with the instructor.

• Medical Withdrawals
If you wish to explore the possibility of withdrawing from the course for medical reasons, you must
contact the Registration Office before the end of the semester. Verification from a physician or medical
institution is typically required.

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 • Administrative Withdrawals
At the discretion of the instructor, students not actively pursuing the completion of course objectives
may be withdrawn from the class by the Instructor at Midterm and given a grade of 'W.'

Satisfactory/Fail (S/F) Grade Option: The S/F grade option is available to students in this course. It
may be issued under the following conditions:

1. A written statement must be completed and signed by the student and the instructor on or before the
Deadline Date. (See above for your Deadline Date.)
2. The student must have achieved points equivalent to a C grade or higher to receive a Satisfactory (S)
grade. If a student's points earned are less than the equivalent to a C grade or higher, a grade of F will
be assigned for the course. A minimum of 1,077.7 points (70%) are required to earn a grade of ‘S’.
3. Once a S/F grade has been registered with the Records Office, it cannot be changed.
4. An S grade will not be computed in the GPA; the F grade, however, will be used in computing the GPA.
5. Note: Some institutions transfer a ‘S’ grade as a ‘D’. If you decide not to complete the course, you
must go to Registration and formally withdraw. Failure to do so will result in a grade of ‘F’ for the
course.

Incomplete Policy Incompletes will not be given unless the following has been meet.

In order to request an incomplete grade, you must obtain permission from the instructor, satisfy minimum
completion requirements (see below), and sign an Incomplete contract by the Deadline Date. (See above for
your Deadline Date.) A minimum amount of completed work will be required to request an Incomplete grade.
Contact the instructor if you are interested in receiving an Incomplete grade.

An "I" grade will be given only when ALL of the following conditions are met:

1. The student must sign an Incomplete contract on or before the Deadline Date. No Incomplete grade
can be given until the student signs the Incomplete contract. The contract will indicate the work to be
completed and the completion date.

2. The student must complete 70% of course. You must complete through Chapter 8 in the Technology
In Action text and complete assignments for MS Word, Excel and Access 2016 on or before the
Deadline Date.

3. The student must be working at a "C" level or higher.

All incomplete work must be completed by the contracted date, which is usually about one month after the
start of the following term. It is the student's responsibility to watch this date carefully. No extensions
beyond this date will be given.

If you do not complete the remaining units by the deadline date specified in the Incomplete contract, then you
will receive an F. No extensions beyond the original Incomplete deadline date will be given. Students should
be aware that an I grade left on a transcript may be interpreted by other colleges as an F. It may also affect
other aspects of a student's college experience, such as financial aid.

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Student E-mail Accounts: All COD students are issued email accounts. All students will have a student
email account name that matches their myAccess account name. Student email accounts will be in the format
myAccessID@dupage.edu.

The student email system contains extensive online help as well as tutorials on how to use the features within
the site. The Guide to Student Email can be found at http://www.cod.edu/It/labs/pages/emailguide.html. If
you are not able to find solutions to your questions online, you may contact the Student Help Desk at
630-942-2999 or via email at studenthelp@dupage.edu. (Note that the Student Help Desk will only be able to
answer questions regarding use of the student email system and will not be able to assist students with
questions about their personal computers or with homework assignments.)

Your assigned student email account will be used for all official communications from your instructor.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Where can I go to get technical help for this course?

• Where do I start CIS 1150?
• Where do I take tests?
• What are the tests like?
• If I do poorly on a test, can I take it over?
• When and where do I submit my Unit assignments?
• Is any extra credit work available?
• How much must I complete to receive an Incomplete Grade?
• How much extra time will I get with an Incomplete?
• How long do I have to withdraw?
• Can I take this course Satisfactory/Fail?

Q: Where can I go to get technical help for this course?

A: If you encounter problems that are related to this course, such as links that are no longer valid, please send
an e-mail message to kennedym@cod.edu.
For technical issues, please contact their help desks as well. Let me know your case number and I might be
able to expedite it.

Technical Help with Blackboard: For technical assistance click on BlackBoard Help in the BlackBoard
navigation menu.

Technical Help with MyITLab: For technical assistance call 855-875-1797 or

http://support.pearson.com/getsupport

BB - Login difficulties – use http://MyITLab.com

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MYITLAB Help Links below
System Requirements HERE See if the device you’re working on is supported
Pearson Tech Support click HERE Lost password/username, access card issues, can’t see something?
Contact tech support
Check Browser HERE See if your browser is up to date
MyITLab specific Tech Support phone number 1-844-292-7016 Specialists in MyITLab to help with
pinpoint questions

Content Questions? Ask the instructor/Publisher Video Click HERE

Using a Mac? Click HERE for shortcuts in SIM’s
MyITLab Student help? Click HERE

Q: Where do I start CIS 1150?

A1: In BB - Click the button Course Information and then the link for “Week 1”.
1) There you will find all the information for what you need to do each week. Be sure to always check your
weekly folder and announcements each time you enter BlackBoard.
A2: In BB - Click on MyITLab Activites to take you to the following links:
1) Concepts (Contains 13 chapters, each chapter has reading, simulations and quiz)
2) Applications (Contains Simulations, Grader Projects, and Capstone Projects for each application
3) Student Support Materials/Getting Started (Contains videos and power points on how to get started
with the course)

Q: Where do I take quizzes and tests?

A: You take quizzes and tests online but you MUST complete them within the allotted time.

Q: What are the quizzes and tests like?

A: Quizzes and tests consist of multiple choice questions. Questions cover textbook readings and assignments.
Be sure to complete all assignments before taking the test. Please note there are no late quizzes.

Q: If I do poorly on a quiz or test, can I take it over?

A: No. Once you start an exam/quiz/test, you must complete it and there are no lates accepted.

Q: When and where do I submit my assignments?

A: You will submit all assignments via BlackBoard link to the MyITLab coursework. All work will be submitted
there.

Q: Is any extra credit work available?

A: Some. Ask your instructor, some is denoted on the Blue Calendar.

Q: How much must I complete to receive an Incomplete Grade?

A: You must complete through Chapter 8 in the Technology in Action text and complete assignments for MS
Word, Excel and PowerPoint to qualify for an Incomplete. Incompletes are granted for emergency medical
conditions that can be documented.

Q: How much extra time will I get with an Incomplete?

A: Mid-term of the following term.

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Q: How long do I have to withdraw?
A: The last day to withdraw from this class is 04/14/2018. After that date, students may file a Petition for Late
Withdrawal through the Registration Office.

Q: Can I take this course Satisfactory/Fail?

A: Yes, contact your instructor by mid-term to fill out the form. Just be sure to find out how the P/F will transfer
to 4-year college/university beforehand.

IMPORTANT NOTES:
1. Last day for students to register for this class is __01/22/2018__.
2. Last day for students to receive a "Z" grade and 100 % refund is (7% of Class Calendar Days) 1/28/18? VERIFY ON
YOUR SCHEDULE
3. Last day for students to receive a 50 % refund is (8-12% of Class Calendar Days) _1/31/18? VERIFY ON YOUR SCHEDULE
4. Mid Term-Semester Date is _03/13/2018.
5. Last day to add with Instructor Permit is _03/19/2018.
6. Last day for students to withdraw from classes with a “W” without instructor permission is _04/14/2018.
7. Review the following documents for more information
a. COD Student Information Page (See separate page).
8. Final exams will be given based on the Final Exam Schedule to be posted. Classes that meet less than 16 weeks will
have their final exam or other culminating activities during their last class meeting.
9. Changes/requirements may be made to the schedule and to syllabus at the discretion of the professor based on
time needed to cover a specific topic. It is the students' responsibility to be aware of the changes.
10. Sign the contract and return the bottom section to professor with your first assignment.

My Preferences: I have detailed all course requirements in the syllabus, and I urge you to read the syllabus
thoroughly and keep a copy of it handy for your review. Here are some things you can expect, and how to reach me.

For personal matters, you can always reach me through e-mail or my cell phone. I check my e-mail often. I will reply
to your message as soon as possible. I will let you know I received it and try to answer most basic problems\request
within the same day. If you need immediate attention, contact my cell and let me know you have sent an e-mail. I
am a firm believer in written words representing the person, so PLEASE use spell check, grammar check, and any other
references you can find to make your writing clear and concise. Who would entrust you with their multimillion-dollar
network, if they cannot trust you to deliver a well-written proposal? In this course, our writing is one of our forms of
communication and it is extremely important for us to understand each other.

In any position of importance, time is not to be taken lightly (especially when you are well compensated for it). Small
things are often a measurement of how well we may do on big things. Simple tasks like being on time, checking
spelling, and delivering what you are expected, lays the foundation on how well you can be trusted to do bigger things.
I am a real stickler for work assignments getting in on time. We are all human, and things come up, in matters beyond
your control, IF I am contacted via phone or email I will do all I can to accommodate your situation. Timely submittals
result in timely feedback. Your “job” in this class is to be a student, so you will be treated as such, which means no
hats, and no phones while at work.
Turn off all pagers, beepers, telephones, cd players, I-pods, mp3 players, radios, and other
electronic devices. Do not disrupt the class. If asked twice, you will be asked to leave the class
room and you will lose your points for the day.

Good luck to you all and I look forward to sharing a great semester!

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STUDENT NOTES:
MYACCESS/BLACKBOARD LOG IN: _______________________ MYACCESS PASSWORD: _______________________

MY COD E-MAIL/CLOUD STORAGE/LOG IN__________________@dupage.edu Your passwords should be the same.

Three before me! A good motto, “Three Before Me!”. You may want to get the names, telephone numbers, and e-mails
of three other students you can call if you miss a class, in the event you cannot reach me. Be sure to return the favor.

Classmate 1 _________________________________________________________________________@dupage.edu

Classmate 2 _________________________________________________________________________@dupage.edu

Classmate 3 _________________________________________________________________________@dupage.edu

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Bottom half of next page to be given back to instructor with first assignment.

CIS 1150 UNDERSTANDING COMPUTERS – SPRING 2018

I have read the syllabus for this course and understand the following:
1. An excused absence is when I have contacted the instructor IN ADVANCE of the absence to inform her that I will not be in
attendance.
2. I may be withdrawn for Non-Pursuit of Course Objectives the week up to mid-semester, 03/13/2018, if I have not been attending
class regularly, or have not submitted assignments as stated in the syllabus and in the classroom. “Not attending class regularly”
is defined as three or more absences. After that date, I am responsible for obtaining a Withdrawal form and take in to registration
office with approval on case-to-case basis.
3. If I request and receive a Withdrawal form, it is my responsibility to take the form to the registration office. Prior to 04/14/2018
end of day I may withdraw from the class with my own signature by contacting registration. After that date, students may file a
Petition for Late Withdrawal through the Registration Office. Petitions for Late Withdrawal will be granted for extenuating
circumstances only, including student illness, death in the immediate family, family emergencies, call to active duty, or other
appropriate extenuating circumstances. The student will be required to provide appropriate documentation for all requests for
Late Withdrawal. No withdrawals will be given after the Deadline Date OR after completing the last exam. FAILURE TO
WITHDRAW PROPERLY MAY RESULT IN A FAILING GRADE OF “F” IN THIS COURSE
4. There are no make-up quizzes or Final exam.
5. All work turned in must be completed by me. I will abide by all COD academic policies as stated in the current catalog. I will not
intentionally use or attempt to use another student’s work. I will not intentionally or knowingly help another student violate a
COD academic policy. Any form of cheating will result in and “F” for the course. Circumstances may warrant suspension,
expulsion, and/or the event recorded on my transcript.
6. When in class, I understand I am at work and that I am not to turn on the computer until the instructor tells me to; that I will not
play games, surf the Internet, or do anything on the computer unless so instructed; I will not wear hats; I will not use my phone
unless instructed.
Date _______________ Signature __________________________ Print ______________________ Section _____

_____________________Separate Page Here____________________________

Sign the contract and return the bottom section to professor with your first assignment.

CIS 1150 UNDERSTANDING COMPUTERS – SPRING 2018

I have read the syllabus for this course and understand the following:
1. An excused absence is when I have contacted the instructor IN ADVANCE of the absence to inform her that I will not be in
attendance.
2. I may be withdrawn for Non-Pursuit of Course Objectives the week up to mid-semester, 03/13/2018, if I have not been attending
class regularly, or have not submitted assignments as stated in the syllabus and in the classroom. “Not attending class regularly”
is defined as three or more absences. After that date, I am responsible for obtaining a Withdrawal form and take in to registration
office with approval on case-to-case basis.
3. If I request and receive a Withdrawal form, it is my responsibility to take the form to the registration office. Prior to 04/14/2018
end of day I may withdraw from the class with my own signature by contacting registration. After that date, students may file a
Petition for Late Withdrawal through the Registration Office. Petitions for Late Withdrawal will be granted for extenuating
circumstances only, including student illness, death in the immediate family, family emergencies, call to active duty, or other
appropriate extenuating circumstances. The student will be required to provide appropriate documentation for all requests for
Late Withdrawal. No withdrawals will be given after the Deadline Date OR after completing the last exam. FAILURE TO
WITHDRAW PROPERLY MAY RESULT IN A FAILING GRADE OF “F” IN THIS COURSE
4. There are no make-up quizzes or Final exam.
5. All work turned in must be completed by me. I will abide by all COD academic policies as stated in the current catalog. I will not
intentionally use or attempt to use another student’s work. I will not intentionally or knowingly help another student violate a
COD academic policy. Any form of cheating will result in and “F” for the course. Circumstances may warrant suspension,
expulsion, and/or the event recorded on my transcript.
6. When in class, I understand I am at work and that I am not to turn on the computer until the instructor tells me to; that I will not
play games, surf the Internet, or do anything on the computer unless so instructed; I will not wear hats; I will not use my phone
unless instructed.
Date _______________ Signature __________________________ Print ______________________ Section _____

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