Fall 2024 Course Syllabus Course: ITSC-1401 (Section: 72, CRN: 93025) Introduction to Computers

Instructor Information
Instructor	Brenda Duhon
Email	duhonbg@lamarpa.edu
Phone	(409) 984-6381
Office	Umphrey Industrial Technology Center - Room: 201B
Office Hours	I do not have an on-campus office. Please contact me if you have any questions.">I do not have an on-campus office. Please contact me if you have any questions.
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Course Information
Description	Overview of computer information systems. Introduces computer hardware, software, procedures, and human resources.
Required Textbooks	Textbook Purchasing Statement: A student attending Lamar State College Port Arthur is not under any obligation to purchase a textbook from the college-affiliated bookstore. The same textbook may also be available from an independent retailer, including an online retailer. Technology for Success - Microsoft Office 365 & Office 2019 (Shelly Cashman Series: Concepts & Office) Authors: Sandra E. Cable | Steven M. Freund | Ellen F. Monk | Susan L. Sebok | Misty E. Vermaat ISBN No: 978-0-357-02638-0. Every student MUST have a copy of the required textbook by the SECOND week of class. The student will still be responsible for any assignments given.
Additional Materials/Resources	None.
Corequisites/Prerequisites	None
Learning Outcomes	Identify the components of a computer system; use common applications; explain the impact of computers on society; identify computer careers; identify fundamental programming structures; identify ethical use of computers; and use basic operating system functions.
Program Student Learning Outcomes	Utilize basic software development terminology and concepts. Apply a software-development process to develop and troubleshoot a software product. Create computer graphics for inclusion into a software product. Explain ethical practices within the computer field. Identify procedures for security risk management in the computer field.
Lecture Topics Outline	Introduction to Course-Syllabus review, Blackboard, Self Service Banner training, and book options. Computer Concepts--Impact of Digital Technology; The Web, Computer Hardware; Operating Systems and File Management; Software and Apps; and Security and Safety Word 2019--Creating and Modifying a Flyer; Creating a Research Paper; and Creating a Business Letter Excel 2019--Creating a Worksheet and a Chart; Formulas, Functions, and Formatting, and Working with Large Worksheets; Charting, and What-if Analysis. PowerPoint 2019--Creating and Editing Presentations with Pictures; Enhancing Presentations with Shapes and SmartArt; and Inserting WordArt, Charts, and Tables Adobe Integration Project Review and Final Exam
Major Assignments Schedule	Week 1 Syllabus review, Blackboard, Self-Service Banner Microsoft-Office download information, and Computer Concepts (File Management) Week 2 Computer Concepts (Impact of Technology; Computer Hardware; Ethics): Review questions Modules 1, 3, and 14 due 9/8/24 Week 3 Computer Concepts Exam; Outlook (Managing Messages with Outlook; Managing Calendars with Outlook). Review questions and lab assignments due: 9/15/24 Week 4 Outlook (Managing Contacts and Personal Contact Information; Creating and Managing Tasks with Outlook). Review questions and lab assignments due 9/22/24 Week 5 Outlook Exam 2; Word Module 1 (Creating and Modifying a Flyer). Review, lab assignments due 9/29/24 Week 6 Word Module 2 (Creating a Research Paper). Review questions, lab assignments due 10/6/24 Week 7 Word Module 3 (Creating a Business Letter). Review questions, lab assignments due 10/13/24 Week 8 Word Exam;  PowerPoint Module 1 (Creating and Editing Presentations with Pictures). Review questions, lab assignments due 10/20/24 Week 9 PowerPoint Module 2 (Enhancing Presentations with Shapes and SmartArt). Review questions, lab assignments due 10/27/24 Week 10 PowerPoint Exam; Excel Module 1 (Creating a Worksheet and a Chart). Review questions, lab assignments due 11/3/24 Week 11 Excel Module 2 (Formulas, Functions, and Formatting). Review questions, lab assignments due 11/10/24 Week 12 Excel Module 3 (Working with Large Worksheets, Charting, and What-if Analysis). Review questions, lab assignments due 11/17/24 Week 13 Excel Exam;  Adobe due 11/24/24 Week 14 Course Project due 12/9/24 Week 15 Review for Final Exam  12/2 - 12/10/24 Week 16 Final Exam Window 12/11 - 12/12/24 **(Assignments and dates are subject to change.)
Final Exam Date	December 11, 2024 - 8:0 AM   Through  December 12, 2024 - 8:0 PM
Grading Scale	90 - 100=A 80 - 89=B  70 - 79=C   60 - 69=D  Below 59 = F
Determination of Final Grade	60%--Tests/Final Exam 40%--Daily Work/Labs
Course Policies
Instructor Policies	This course syllabus is for an ONLINE section of ITSC 1401 for the Fall 2024 semester. The instructor reserves the right to drop any student missing more than two weeks with no online class or lab participation. "Attendance" is monitored as participation and logging into the course. Assignments are due on the dates provided in Blackboard. Students are responsible for completing any assigned readings, unit exercises, projects, and video viewings. Reliable Internet access is required for all online courses and many traditional courses. Office 365 software and reliable Internet access are required for this course.  You can use the open lab provided in the Gates Library, if needed. Computer failure and lack of internet access are not acceptable excuses for missed assignments, projects, exercises, quizzes or exams. DO NOT wait until the last minute to complete class work or exams. Weekly Folders: I will post weekly folders by Monday of each week.  However, I typically post each Saturday for those who like to get a jump on the week's assignments. The weekly folders contain upcoming due dates and notes important to your success in this course. You should READ  weekly folder contents each week. I also recommend using the Blackboard app on your phone, with notifications, so that you immediately receive notices of new announcements for this class. Use only your LSCPA email to communicate with me. This course can not be completed on a phone or chrome book. Assignments: You must submit all of your assignments in Blackboard unless indicated otherwise by the instructor.  Homework and/or quizzes will be given each week. The assignments will open by Monday and will be due by the following Sunday night. This is subject to change. Students are responsible for completing all assigned homework, including reading assignments, by the required due dates. Students are responsible for completing all assigned reading and video viewings. A failure to follow oral and/or written instructions could result in a 0 being given for the assignment. Grades: All grades will be posted to your Blackboard under MyGrades.  Exams: Exams will be provided within a BlackBoard examination window. Make-up exams will NOT be given. There will be a final exam. All students must take the exam on the scheduled date, and time, and failure to do so will result in a 0 on the exam. You must work alone while taking the exam. Cheating on exams is not acceptable and will be subject to violations of the Academic Dishonesty policy which could include failing the course. If you miss one exam your lowest exam grade will count twice.  If you miss two or more exams you will receive a zeros on these missed exams. Textbooks/supplies: Every student MUST have their own copy of the required textbooks by the end of the first week of class. The student will be responsible for any assignments given from the textbook. You will also need supplies to take notes and access to a computer to complete homework assignments. Academic Dishonesty: Copying, stealing, and/or submitting someone else’s work is considered a violation of the Academic Dishonesty policy. Academic Dishonesty of any kind will not be tolerated this includes the use of AI. A student violating this policy will receive a zero on any assignment (first offense); a second incidence of academic dishonesty can result in failure of the class and meeting with program coordinator and/or department chair. Software Requirements: If you are in a course that is using a specific software, you MUST have the software available to you either on your home computer or you must use the open lab provided in the Gates Library. Reliable Internet access is required for all courses. Computer failure and lack of internet access are not acceptable excuses for missed assignments, projects, quizzes, or exams. There is access available on campus in the testing center and the Education Building computer lab. DO NOT wait until the last minute to complete class work or exams. Do not complete assignments, quizzes, or exams on a phone or Chrome book as they will not submit properly. E-Mail/Voice Mail Etiquette: Students must use appropriate e-mail etiquette when corresponding with instructor; for example, complete sentences and a full subject line with your name and course name. Voice mail messages should be clearly spoken identifying students name, course, and a return phone number.
Attendance Policy	Poor attendance is a leading reason for termination from a job in all areas of employment. With this factor in mind, the instructor monitors student attendance daily. In addition, course participation on a regular basis is necessary for proper skill development. LATE WORK is highly discouraged and will incur a 15% penalty for every day it is late. There is a two-day limit for late work. Due dates are given and enough time is given to complete all work. NO EXCEPTIONS. Students are responsible for completing all assigned homework and for being prepared for each class. Please note: There are NO makeups for chapter review questions, quizzes, or exams. If you miss an exam, your lowest exam grade (excluding the final) will count twice. If you miss more than one exam, those exams will be given a grade of zero. The final exam cannot be made up if missed; therefore, a missed final exam will count as a zero.
Additional Information	If you want to discuss your grades, please contact me to set up a time to meet and discuss. If you need technical assistance, click here for the LSCPA Information Technology Technology Services Portal.
Institutional Policies
MyLSCPA	Be sure to check your campus email and Course Homepage using MyLSCPA campus web portal. You can also access your grades, transcripts, academic advisors, degree progress, and other services through MyLSCPA.
Academic Honesty	Academic honesty is expected from all students, and dishonesty in any form will not be tolerated. Please consult the LSCPA policies (Academic Dishonesty section in the Student Handbook) for consequences of academic dishonesty.
ADA Considerations	The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal anti-discrimination statute that provides comprehensive civil rights for persons with disabilities. Among other things, this legislation requires that all students with disabilities be guaranteed a learning environment that provides for reasonable accommodation of their disabilities. If you believe you have a disability requiring an accommodation, please contact the Disability Services Coordinator, Room 117, in the Student Sucess Center. The phone number is (409) 984-6241.
COVID 19 Information	The Lamar State College Port Arthur (LSCPA) Student Code of Conduct COVID 19 Policy requires students who have been diagnosed with COVID 19 to report their condition directly to their local health department. Students should also contact their course faculty to report their quarantine status. In addition, this policy requires all students to wear face coverings when directly exposed to COVID 19 in compliance with the criteria included in the policy. For more information please refer to the COVID 19 link on the LSCPA website.
Facility Policies	No food or tobacco products are allowed in the classroom. Only students enrolled in the course are allowed in the classroom, except by special instructor permission. Use of electronic devices is prohibited.
HB 2504	This syllabus is part of LSCPA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504.
Mandatory Reporting of Child Abuse and Neglect	As per Texas law and LSCPA policy, all LSCPA employees, including faculty, are required to report allegations or disclosures of child abuse or neglect to the designated authorities, which may include a local or state law enforcement agency or the Texas Department of Family Protective Services. For more information about mandatory reporting requirements, see LSCPA's Policy and Procedure Manual.
Title IX and Sexual Misconduct	LSCPA is committed to establishing and maintaining an environment that is free from all forms of sex discrimination, including sexual harassment, sexual violence, and other forms of sexual misconduct. All LSCPA employees, including faculty, have the responsibility to report disclosures of sexual misconduct, including sexual harassment, sexual assault (including rape and acquaintance rape), domestic violence, dating violence, relationship violence, or stalking, to LSCPA's Title IX Coordinator, whose role is to coordinate the college's response to sexual misconduct. For more information about Title IX protections, faculty reporting responsibilities, options for confidential reporting, and the resources available for support visit LSCPA's Title IX website.
Clery Act Crime Reporting	For more information about the Clery Act and crime reporting, see the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report and the Campus Security website.
Grievance / Complaint / Concern	If you have a grievance, complaint, or concern about this course that has not been resolved through discussion with the Instructor, please consult the Department Chair.
Department Information	Business and Industrial Technology Chair: Sheila Guillot Email: guillsr@lamarpa.edu Phone: (409) 984-6381