Spring 2019 Course Syllabi

CSCI 101 Introduction to Computers - Online Christy Jackson Spring 2019 Dakota College Bottineau Course Syllabus Keep this syllabus for reference throughout the semester Course Title: Introduction to Computers Instructor: Christy Jackson Course Prefix/Number: CSCI 101 Office: Online Class Location: Online Office Hours: Online. Arrange chat sessions with the instructor as needed. Lecture/Lab Schedule: Within the online course. Students are not required to attend any sessions on campus. Instructor Contact Information: Phone: 701-240-5866 (emergency only) Email: Course messaging system. Credits: 3 Pre-/Co-requisites: None Course Description: This course provides students with an overview of general hardware and software issues such as terminology and environments. The focus on the use of application software includes word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and presentation software. Relationship to Campus Theme: Technology: The Course focuses on knowledge and application of technology. Objective 1: Completes assignments using appropriate application software Skill: 1. Creates, edits, and formats a word processing document 2. Creates, edits, and formats a spreadsheet application 3. Creates, edits, and formats a slide show Goals/Objectives: • Students will learn the fundamentals of Office 2016 and demonstrate abilities by completing a variety of tasks and exams. • To expose students to practical examples of the computer as a useful tool. • To acquaint students with the proper procedures to create documents, worksheets, databases, and presentations suitable for coursework, professional purposes, and personal uses. • To help students discover the underlying functionality of Office 2013 so they can become more productive. • To encourage independent study. Required Text: GO! With Microsoft Office 2016 Volume 1 Authors: Gaskin, Vargas, McLellan Publisher: Pearson ISNN: 0-13-432077-8 Course Requirements: 1. Students will complete all assignments in a professional manner. 2. Assignments are graded as the instructor deems appropriate. 3. Work completed is expected to be the student's own. Any instances of plagiarism will result in significant grade reduction.