Summer Sessions 2020 Course Syllabus
Course: ITSC-1401- Section: 72
Introduction to Computers 		LSCPA Logo Image
Instructor Information
Instructor Sheila Guillot
E-mailguillsr@lamarpa.edu
Phone(409) 984-6381
Office
Location:Umphrey Industrial Technology Center - Room: 201 B
Hours:By appointment
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 1. Students will identify the components of a computer system.
2. Students will use common applications.
3. Students will explain the impact of computers on society.
4. Students will identify computer careers.
5. Students will identify fundamental programming structures.
6. Students will identify ethical use of computers.
7. Students will use basic operating system functions.
Core Objectives 1. Communication skills: Students will demonstrate effective written, oral and visual communication.
2. 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.
3. Empirical and Quantitative Skills: Students will demonstrate applications of scientific and mathematical concepts.
4. 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, by Cheri Manning and Catherine Manning Swinson, published by McGraw Hill. ISBN#: 978-1-260-07944-9
Lecture Topics
Outline		 Week 1: Introduction to course; syllabus review; Blackboard review; Computer Essentials/Office Essentials
Week 2: Discussion on Microsoft Word
Week 3: Discussion on Microsoft Excel
Week 4: Discussion on Microsoft PowerPoint
Week 5: Discussion on Microsoft Outlook
Major Assignments
Schedule		 Week 1: Introduction to course; syllabus review; Blackboard review; Computer Essentials/Office Essentials; Assignment worksheets on computer essentials and office essentials; Quiz over computer/office essentials; Computer/Office Essentials Review. Discussion Question.

Week 2: Discussion on Microsoft Word; Assignments: Challenge Yourself 1.3, "Tab" Assignment; Challenge Yourself 2.3, Skill Review 3.2, Skill Review 4.1, and thesaurus/reference style assignment. Quiz over Word; Exam over Computer/Office Essentials; Word Concept Review. Discussion Question.

Week 3: Discussion on Microsoft Excel; Assignments: Challenge Yourself 1.4, Challenge Yourself 2.3, Chapter 3 assignment, Skill Review 4.2, and Skill Review 5.1. Quiz over Excel; Exam over Microsoft Word. Excel Concept Review. Discussion Question.

Week 4: Discussion on Microsoft PowerPoint; Assignments: Skill Review 1.2, Skill Review 2.2, Skill Review 3.2, and Skill Review 4.1; Quiz over PowerPoint; Exam over Microsoft Excel; PowerPoint Concept Review. Discussion Question.

Week 5: Discussion on Microsoft Outlook; an Outlook assignment; Quiz over Outlook; Exam over Microsoft PowerPoint; Discussion Question. Final Exam Concept Review.
Final Exam Date August 10, 2020 - 10:00 PM   Through  August 11, 2020 - 1:00 PM
Grading Scale  90 - 100=A    80 - 89=B    70 - 79=C     60 - 69=D    Below 59 = F
Determination of
Final Grade		 Tests/Final Exam 50%
Quizzes 15%
Assignments/Concept Reviews 25%
Discussions/Participation 10%
Course Policies
Instructor Policies Assignments will be given each week. Please check Blackboard daily for updates.

LATE WORK is highly discouraged and will incur a 10 point penalty for every day it is late. Due dates are given and enough time is given to complete all work.

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.

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 final exam.

Every student MUST have a copy of the required textbooks by the SECOND week of class. The student will still be responsible for any assignments given.

No emailed work is accepted; unless requested by instructor. Use Blackboard to submit all assignments unless directed otherwise by the instructor.

Students are responsible for completing all assigned reading and video viewings.

A failure to follow oral and/or written instructions will result in penalties.

Academic dishonesty will result in a zero on any assignment; a second incidence of academic dishonesty will be handled based on campus policies and procedures with the 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 online courses and many traditional courses.

Computer failure and lack of internet access are not acceptable excuses for missed assignments, projects, quizzes, or exams. DO NOT wait until the last minute to complete class work or exams.

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/course name.

Voice mail messages should be clearly spoken identifying students name, course, and any 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, attendance on a regular basis is necessary for proper skill development.

4 absences = one letter grade drop
6 absences = two letter grade drop
8 absences = automatic failure of class

For online purposes, I will be checking to see that you have logged onto the system and reviewed reading assignments and/or other coursework.
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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HB 2504 This syllabus is part of LSC-PA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504.