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CSCI 101 Introduction to Computers - Online
Christy Jackson
Fall 2016
Dakota College Bottineau
Course Syllabus
Keep this syllabus for reference throughout the semester
Course Title:
Introduction to Computers
Instructor:
Christy Jackson
Course Prefix/Number:
CSCI 101
Office:
Online
Class Location:
Online
Office Hours:
Online. Arrange chat sessions with the
instructor as needed.
Lecture/Lab Schedule:
Within the online course. Students
are not required to attend any sessions on campus.
Instructor Contact Information:
Phone: 701-240-5866
Email: Moodle course email system.
Credits:
3
Pre-/Co-requisites:
None
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.
Relationship to Campus Theme:
Technology: The Course focuses on knowledge and application of technology.
Objective 1: Completes assignments using appropriate application software
Skill: 1. Creates, edits, and formats a word processing document
2. Creates, edits, and formats a spreadsheet application
3. Creates, edits, and formats a slide show
Goals/Objectives:
• Students will learn the fundamentals of Office 2013 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 uses.
• To help students discover the underlying functionality of Office 2013 so they can become more productive.
• To encourage independent study.
Required Text:
GO! With Microsoft Office 2016 Volume 1
Authors: Gaskin, Vargas, McLellan
Publisher: Pearson
ISNN: 0-13-432077-8
Course Requirements:
1. Students will complete all assignments in a professional manner.
2. Assignments are graded as the instructor deems appropriate.
3. Work completed is expected to be the student's own. Any instances of plagiarism will result in significant
grade reduction.