Fall 2025 Course Syllabus
Course: ITSW-1301 (Section: 47D, CRN: 93652)
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Instructor Information
Instructor Alexis Smith
Email smithab@lamarpa.edu
Phone (409) 984-6381
Office Umphrey Industrial Technology Center - Room:
Office Hours 7:45am-8:07am
1:48pm-3:45pm
Additional Contact Information 409-727-2741 Ext 22075
Course Information
Description An overview of the production of documents, tables and graphics.
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.

Business Information Management, First Edition, B.E. Publishing, 2017, 978-1-626891-18-0
Additional Materials/Resources None
Corequisites/Prerequisites Business Information Management 1 (BIM 1) is a course designed to equip students with foundational knowledge and skills for managing information and technology in a business context. It covers topics such as using software for word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and presentations, as well as understanding how businesses utilize technology to manage data. The course also explores business principles, including starting a business, finances, marketing, and customer service.
Learning Outcomes

  1. Students will gain hands-on experience using software applications to create and manage various business documents, including word processing documents, spreadsheets, databases, and electronic presentations. 

  2. Students will explore how businesses handle vast amounts of information, including the identification of information requirements and the design of information management systems. 

  3. Students will learn to apply their skills to solve business-related problems, such as those related to budgeting, payroll, and inventory management. 

  4. Students will learn the principles of data analysis, including how to access and retrieve data from database systems, and how to interpret data mining findings. 

  5. Students will explore the key uses of hardware and software in a business setting and learn how to choose the right technology to meet a company's needs. 

  6. Students will develop strong communication skills, both written and oral, including the ability to communicate effectively in teams and to resolve conflicts. 

  7. Students will learn to collaborate effectively with others, contributing positively to team projects and working effectively in group settings. 

  8. Students will learn to use analytical tools to address business and information technology issues. 

  9. Students will be introduced to the issues and challenges of managing global enterprises and applying their knowledge in a global context. 

  10. Students will explore ethical considerations and legal aspects related to business operations. 

  11. Students are encouraged to participate in extracurricular activities like career and technical student organizations to enhance their leadership and teamwork skills. 

  12. Students will learn to use presentation software effectively, including incorporating visuals and utilizing various design elements.
Program Student Learning Outcomes

  1. Students will gain hands-on experience using software applications to create and manage various business documents, including word processing documents, spreadsheets, databases, and electronic presentations. 

  2. Students will explore how businesses handle vast amounts of information, including the identification of information requirements and the design of information management systems. 

  3. Students will learn to apply their skills to solve business-related problems, such as those related to budgeting, payroll, and inventory management. 

  4. Students will learn the principles of data analysis, including how to access and retrieve data from database systems, and how to interpret data mining findings. 

  5. Students will explore the key uses of hardware and software in a business setting and learn how to choose the right technology to meet a company's needs. 

  6. Students will develop strong communication skills, both written and oral, including the ability to communicate effectively in teams and to resolve conflicts. 

  7. Students will learn to collaborate effectively with others, contributing positively to team projects and working effectively in group settings. 

  8. Students will learn to use analytical tools to address business and information technology issues. 

  9. Students will be introduced to the issues and challenges of managing global enterprises and applying their knowledge in a global context. 

  10. Students will explore ethical considerations and legal aspects related to business operations. 

  11. Students are encouraged to participate in extracurricular activities like career and technical student organizations to enhance their leadership and teamwork skills. 

  12. Students will learn to use presentation software effectively, including incorporating visuals and utilizing various design elements.
Lecture Topics Outline
Introduction, procedures, paperwork.
Introduction, Class rules and regulations, log in procedures.
Set up student folders
Introduction to BIM: student network log in.
Reset passwords, password security.
BIM warm-up exercises
Word 2016 Introduction: ribbon tabs, basic formatting, document spacing, saving Word docs in student folders
Formatting - window controls, zoom scrolling, multiple windows, saving, printing, proofreader's marks.
Formatting - correcting errors, undo, redo, business documents/ letters, spellcheck, grammar check, thesaurus
Formatting - font size, font style, italics, underlining, aligning text, line spacing
First Six Weeks Test 1
Business letters
Formatting personal business letters
Formatting personal business letters
Memorandums
Drawing and formatting tables in Word documents
First Six Weeks Test 2
Report formatiing
Report formatiing
Tabs and Tabular Columns. Set tabs, clear tabs, leader tabs
Tabs and Tabular Columns. Set tabs, clear tabs, leader tabs
Second Six Weeks Test 1
Working with Graphic and Visual Elements
Working with Graphic and Visual Elements
Multi Column Documents, layout and design
Continue Multi Column Documents. Layout and design
Creating Professional Documents
Creating Professional Documents
Creating Professional Documents
Second Six Weeks Test 2
Professionalism in the Workplace
Formatting Resumes
Professionalism in the Workplace
Personal Resume Development
Report Formatting - Footnotes, Parenthetical Notations, Works Cited Pages, Bibliographical Entries
Report Formatting - Footnotes, Parenthetical Notations, Works Cited Pages, Bibliographical Entries
Third Six Weeks Test 1
Mail Merge
Mail Merge
Mail Merge
Third Six Weeks Test 2
Mid Term Review
Mid Terms
Major Assignments Schedule ITSW_1301_47D_202590_P00222572.pdf
Final Exam Date December 19, 2025 - 12:15 PM
Grading Scale  90 - 100=A 80 - 89=B  70 - 79=C   60 - 69=D  Below 59 = F
Determination of
Final Grade		 Test - 48%, Daily - 32% , Semester Exam - 20%
Course Policies
Instructor Policies

  1. Grades should communicate student progress

  2. If a student has an excused absence then a two CLASS PERIOD extension will be given for a test or a class assignment unless the 6 weeks is ending. After that, a 70 will be the highest grade a student can receive.  

  3. Students are required to complete work that is missed due to absences. Students will be allowed a minimum of one day for each day absent to make up work. High school students on a block schedule will be allowed a minimum of one class period day to make up work for every class period day absent. Example: Student is absent on Gold Day (Monday), student returns to class on the next Gold Day (Wednesday), make-up work from Monday is due Friday.

  4. One day late will result in the deduction of 15 points, two days late will result in the deduction of 30 points.  

  5. All assignments completed on the student’s computer must be saved on the student’s Z-Drive even if a hard copy is turned in. Without saving on the Z-Drive the highest grade a student can receive will be a 50. 

  6. Some daily assignments, such as drawings, cannot be made up. Therefore, a student will be exempt from an assignment. 
Attendance Policy

Students participating in school activities should make every effort to obtain and complete any assignments prior to their absence. Assignment arrangements should be discussed with the teacher of record prior to the student activity absence.
Additional Information None
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:Cristina Lawson
Email:lawsonac@lamarpa.edu
Phone:(409) 984-6381