CGS2060 Computer Fluency &

CGS2100 MicroApps for Business

Syllabus (DRAFT)- Fall 2008

Students are responsible for reading and understanding all information provided in this syllabus.
Ignorance of policies and procedures stated here may result in a lower final grade.

INSTRUCTOR

Mr. Ken Baldauf

cgs2060@fsu.edu, cgs2100@fsu.edu, 850-644-1615

Office Hours: TBA in 103 MCH

Class work Help Hours: TBA in 304 MCH

COURSE OBJECTIVES

CGS2060, Computer Fluency, teaches important computer and digital technology concepts and skills necessary to succeed in careers and in life. Course topics range from computer literacy basics, to today's hottest technologies, to the information systems on which today's businesses and organizations depend. This course is designed to provide relevant technology coverage for all degree programs.

STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES

By the conclusion of this course, students who earn a passing grade, will be able to:

• use a current operating system to run applications and efficiently manage computer files
• use personal information management software to organize appointments, contact information, and to-do lists, and share calendars with others over the Internet
• use the Internet, Web and cell phone to communicate with others through email, IM, SMS Texting, and online forums
• use a current word processing application to create a college-level research paper
• use a current spreadsheet application to analyze complex numeric data and generate charts
• CGS2100 students must use Microsoft Access to create and manage a database to meet the needs of a small business or organization
• work in a group using digital technologies to solve a problem for a business or organization
• demonstrate functional understanding of one or more of the following: presentation software, project management software, digital photography, digital video or audio production, Web 2.0 and rich Internet applications, or Web publishing
• demonstrate an understanding of how digital technology, various general purpose and special purpose computers, and software are applied to solve problems and provide services
• demonstrate an understanding of how telecommunications, wired and wireless networks, and the Internet and Web, are used to provide people with anywhere, anytime access to communications and information, for a variety of environments and uses
• demonstrate an understanding of how computer-based information systems are used to support the goals of business, organizations, and the general public
• demonstrate and understanding of how digital technologies assist people in creating, using, and enjoying music and other audio, graphic artwork, photographs, video, and games
• demonstrate an understanding of information security and vulnerabilities and actions to take to secure digital information systems
• demonstrate an understanding of the impact of digital technologies on the lives of individuals, society, and the world and related ethical issues

PREREQUISITES

This course has no prerequisites, however, students are not allowed to take both CGS2060 and CGS2100.

COURSE OPTIONS

Online: Students registered for sections of this course designated as "online" will have no scheduled weekly class meetings in a classroom. There will be an orientation session scheduled during the second week of the semester which students may attend to learn about class procedures, policies, and requirements. Online students will have access to instructors at the online Help Desk, and on campus in the Computer Help Labs. Online students need to be physically present on campus in Tallahassee to take exams.

Onground: Students registered for sections not designated as "online" are enrolled in an onground section of the course. Onground students have one weekly class meeting on campus where lessons are provided and assignments are discussed. Onground students will have numerous online activities in addition to the weekly class meeting.

COURSE MATERIALS

• Textbook: "Succeeding with Technology, 3rd Edition", Baldauf/Stair, Course Technology Publishing
• CD Tutorials: "Microsoft Office 2007 In a Flash", Baldauf, Course Technology Publishing, (provided free with book in course pack)
• A personal computer; Windows, Mac, or Linux, with word processing software, spreadsheet software, an Internet connection, and a Web browser. Such computers are available in the 315 MCH computer lab.

GRADING/EVALUATION

* The Word Processing/Web Research assignment functions as the "computer competency component" of this course (see below).

FSU'S COMPUTER SKILLS COMPETENCY REQUIREMENT

The successful completion of this course satisfies FSU's Computer Competency Requirement for many majors. Students should check with their academic advisor to confirm that this course will meet the requirement for their major.

The Word Processing/Web Research assignment functions as the "computer competency component" of this course. According to the policies of the University: "In order to fulfill FSU’s Computer Competency Requirement, the student must earn a “C-” or better in the course, and in order to receive a “C-” or better in the course, the student must earn at least a “C-” on the computer competency component of the course. If the student does not earn a “C-” or better on the computer competency component of the course, the student will not earn an overall grade of “C-” or better in the course, no matter how well the student performs in the remaining portion of the course."

Assignments

• Assignments are accessed from the course Web site linked from http://campus.fsu.edu.
• Assignments are written in a manner that supports Windows, Mac, and Linux users except for the Microsoft Access assignment which is only available for Windows PCs.
• Students learn assignment skills by working through online tutorials.
• All assignments are submitted electronically according to instructions provided in the assignment.
• Students are responsible for keeping a copy of their assignment files until final grades for the course are posted.
• Students are responsible for checking submitted assignment files to make sure that they can be opened and graded by the grader.
• Students are responsible for regularly checking their grades on-line to confirm that assignments were received and graded. Contact your Recitation Instructor if a submitted file remains ungraded longer than ten days after submission.
• Word, Excel, Access, and Presentation assignments require students to submit files in a format that can be opened and graded with Microsoft Office 2007 applications.
• Assignments are written in a manner that will result in each student's work being unique. Similarities between student's assignment submissions that indicate portions of an assignment were copied, will be considered cheating, and will result in a minimum penalty of all involved parties receiving a zero on the assignment.
• Late assignment submissions will be penalized 20 percent per week.
• Assignment scores are posted in the online grade book within 10 days of assignment submission. Click a score to read detailed comments. Concerns and complaints regarding assignment grading must be presented within two weeks of when the assignment grade is posted.
• No assignment will be accepted after the final deadline posted on the agenda.
• Assignment help is available from the online Help Desk and an on-campus Help Lab. Click "Get Help" on the course Web site menu for more information.

Exams

• Exams are scheduled online, and taken on campus under the supervision of an instructor, outside of class time.
• The exam reservation system is accessed from the class Web site and used to reserve, change, and check reservations.
• There are three exam sessions, two exams are given in each session, one multiple choice concepts exam, and one hands-on skills exam:
  • Exam Session 1: Operating System/File Management, and Concepts Exam 1
  • Exam Session 2: Microsoft Word 2007 and Concepts Exam 2
  • Exam Session 3: Microsoft Excel 2007 and Concepts Exam 3
• All exams are taken on PCs running the Microsoft Windows XP or Vista operating system, and using Microsoft Office 2007. Students may opt to use their own Mac or Linux notebook computer for some exams.
• There is a 20 point penalty for students who make or change exam reservations after the posted reservation deadline (see agenda) without an acceptable documented excuse from a physician or school administrator. Documented excuses should be presented to the testing instructor at the time of the exam.
• Students must present a photo ID at the time of exam. Students without an ID will have to reschedule with penalty.
• Students arriving more than 10 minutes late to an exam will have to reschedule with penalty.
• Test scores are posted in the online grade book within 5 days of test date. Click a score to read detailed comments. Concerns and complaints regarding test grades must be presented within two weeks of when the test grade is posted.
• Questions regarding exams should be addressed to the online Help Desk or instructors in the on campus Help Lab. Click "Get Help" on the course Web site menu for more information.

COMMUNICATION

Success in the course depends heavily on students checking email and announcements posted on the class Web site. Most communication between teacher and student occurs online. Students are expected to check email, and announcements on the class Web site daily Monday - Friday. The class agenda and grade book should be checked at least once a week to stay current on what needs to be done and what has been graded. Failure to do so may result in missed opportunities and poor grades.

ACADEMIC HONOR POLICY

The Florida State University Academic Honor Policy outlines the University’s expectations for the integrity of students’ academic work, the procedures for resolving alleged violations of those expectations, and the rights and responsibilities of students and faculty members throughout the process. Students are responsible for reading the Academic Honor Policy and for living up to their pledge to “. . . be honest and truthful and . . . [to] strive for personal and institutional integrity at Florida State University.” (Florida State University Academic Honor Policy, found at http://www.fsu.edu/dof/honorpolicy.htm.)

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT

Students with disabilities needing academic accommodation should:

1. register with and provide documentation to the Student Disability Resource Center; and
2. bring a letter to the instructor indicating the need for accommodation and what type.

This should be done during the first week of class.

This syllabus and other class materials are available in alternative format upon request.

For more information about services available to FSU students with disabilities, contact the:

Student Disability Resource Center
97 Woodward Avenue, South
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL 32306-4167
(850) 644-9566 (voice)
(850) 644-8504 (TDD)
sdrc@admin.fsu.edu
http://www.fsu.edu/staffair/dean/StudentDisability/