Spring 2020 Course Syllabus
Course: ITSC-1401- Section: 73
Introduction to Computers 		LSCPA Logo Image
Instructor Information
Instructor Brenda Duhon
E-mailduhonbg@lamarpa.edu
Phone(409) 984-6381
Office
Location:Umphrey Industrial Technology Center - Room: 201B
Hours:I do not have an on-campus office. Please contact me if you have any questions.
Department
Business and Industrial Technology
Chair:Sheila Guillot
E-mail:guillsr@lamarpa.edu
Phone:(409) 984-6381

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.
Course Information
Description Overview of computer information systems. Introduces computer hardware, software, procedures, and human resources.
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.
Core Objectives * Communication skills: Students will demonstrate effective written, oral and visual communication.
* Critical Thinking Skills: Students will engage in creative and/or innovative thinking, and/or inquiry, analysis, evaluation, synthesis of information, organizing concepts and constructing solutions.
* Personal Responsibility: Students will demonstrate the ability to connect choices, actions and consequences to ethical decision-making.
Program Student Learning Outcomes PSLO ALPHA: Reading skills - Demonstrates comprehension of content-area reading material.
PSLO 1. Utilizes basic software development terminology, and concepts.
PSLO 2. Applies a software-development process to develop and troubleshoot a software product.
PSLO 3. Creates computer graphics for inclusion into a software product.
PSLO 4. Demonstrates ethics and professionalism within the computer field.
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.

Microsoft Office 365: A Skills Approach, 2019 Edition
Authors: Cheri Manning & Catherine Manning Swinson
Published by McGraw Hill
ISBN: 978-1-260-07944-9

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.

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
Lecture Topics
Outline		 Week 1: Syllabus review, Pre-test, Blackboard and Self-Service Banner.
Microsoft-Office download information.
Introduction: Office 365--Essential Skills for Office

Word 365
Chapter 1 Getting Started with Word
Chapter 2 Formatting Text and Paragraphs
Chapter 3 Formatting Documents
Chapter 4 Working with Pictures, Tables, and Charts
Chapter 5 Working with Reports and Collaborating with Others

Excel 365
Chapter 1 Getting Started with Excel
Chapter 2 Formatting Cells
Chapter 3 Using Formulas and Functions
Chapter 4 Formatting Worksheets and Managing the Workbook
Chapter 5 Adding Charts and Analyzing Data

Access 365
Chapter 1 Getting Started with Access
Chapter 2 Working with Tables
Chapter 3 Using Queries and Organizing Information
Chapter 4 Working with Forms and Reports

PowerPoint 365
Chapter 1 Getting Started with PowerPoint
Chapter 2 Adding Content to Slides
Chapter 3 Formatting Presentations
Chapter 4 Managing and Delivering Presentations
Major Assignments
Schedule		 Week 1: Syllabus review, Pre-test, Blackboard and Self-Service Banner.
Microsoft-Office download information.
Introduction: Office 365--Essential Skills for Office

Word 365
Week 2 Getting Started with Word & Formatting Text and Paragraphs
Week 3 Essential Skills Test; Formatting Documents
Week 4 Working with Pictures, Tables, and Charts; Essential Skills Exam
Week 5 Working with Reports and Collaborating with Others

Excel 365
Week 6 Word Exam; Getting Started with Excel & Formatting Cells
Week 7 Using Formulas and Functions
Week 8 Spring Break
Week 9 Formatting Worksheets and Managing the Workbook & Adding Charts and Analyzing Data

Access 365
Week 10 Excel Exam; Getting Started with Access
Week 11 Working with Tables
Week 12 Using Queries and Organizing Information
Week 13 Working with Forms and Reports

PowerPoint 365
Week 14 Access Exam;Getting Started with PowerPoint & Adding Content to Slides
Week 15 Formatting Presentations & Managing and Delivering Presentations
Week 16 PowerPoint Exam; Post-Test
Week 17 Review for Final Exam

Assignments are subject to change.
Final Exam Date May 12, 2020 - 8:00 AM   Through  May 13, 2020 - 8:00 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 Spring 2020 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 and 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 MUST have this software available to you to complete your work. You can also 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.
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 quizzes or exams. If you miss an exam, your final exam grade 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.
Academic Honesty Academic honesty is expected from all students, and dishonesty in any form will not be tolerated. Please consult the LSC-PA policies (Section IX, subsection A, in the Faculty Handbook) for consequences of academic dishonesty.
Facility Policies
  1. No food or tobacco products are allowed in the classroom.

  2. Only students enrolled in the course are allowed in the classroom, except by special instructor permission.

  3. Use of electronic devices is prohibited.
Important Information
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 the Office for Disability Services Coordinator, Room 231, in the Madison Monroe Building. The phone number is (409) 984-6241.
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Other I will not discuss your grades over the phone or by email. If you want to discuss your grades, you must contact me to set up a time to meet and discuss.
HB 2504 This syllabus is part of LSC-PA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504.