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CIS 101 Introduction to Computers
Fall Semester 2016
Course Description:
This course provides students with an overview of
general hardware and software issues such as terminology and environments. The
focus on the use of application software includes word processing, spreadsheets,
databases, and presentation software.
Course Objectives:
Students will learn the fundamentals of Office 2016 and demonstrate
abilities by completing a variety of tasks and exams
To expose students to practical examples of the computer as a useful
tool
To acquaint students with the proper procedures to create
documents, worksheets, databases, and presentations suitable for
coursework, professional purposes, and personal use
To help students discover the underlying functionality of Office 2013 so that they can become more productive
To develop an exercise-oriented approach that allows learning by doing
To encourage independent study
Instructor:
Ms. Diane R Keller
Office:
Thatcher 211
Office Hours:
MWF- 1:00 pm-2:15 pm
Phone:
701-228-5453
Email:
diane.keller@dakotacollege.eduLecture/Lab Schedule:
T, TH 11:00am-12:15pm / Thatcher Hall 214
Textbook Access Code(s):
GO! With Office 2016 Volume 1
Gaskin, Vargas, Geoghan, Graviett/ MyITLab Access Code: ISBN: 9780134497914
The MyIT Lab access code is mandatory for each student (sharing will not work). If you do not purchase the access code you
will
not
be able to complete the requirements of the class.
Course Requirements:
Instruction procedures include lecture, class discussion and participation, individual assistance and tests.
Grading Methods
Grader Homework
Grader Assessments
Objective Tests
Quizzes
Other projects
Final presentation
Grades will be calculated by dividing total points earned by total points available from assignments and tests.
See DCB website for Scheduled Final Exam Date –ATTENDANCE IS MANDATORY
Grading Scale
A = 90%
B = 80%
C = 70%
D = 60%
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