Welcome to the Computer & Engineering Technologies Division

WAKE TECHNICAL COMMUNITY COLLEGE
DIVISION OF COMPUTER & ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIES

Course: CIS 111 - 10 weeks

Title: Basic PC Literacy

Lead Instructor:		Matthew D. Zullo
Office:		3rd Floor ETB 325A
Phone:		866-5389
Office Hours:		See posted schedules

Textbooks
Title:		Discovering Computers Fundamentals, 4th Ed.
Author:		Shelly/Cashman/Vermaat
ISBN:		1-4239-1209-8
Publisher:		Thomson Course Technology
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Title:		Microsoft Office 2007, Illustrated Brief
Author:		Hunt/Waxer
ISBN:		1-4239-0516-4
Publisher:		Thomson Course Technology
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Title:		SAM 2007 Video Tutorials v2.0
ISBN:		1-4239-9855-3
Publisher:		Thomson Course Technology

Special Equipment:		Requires portable storage media, such as CD-R/CD-RW or USB Flash Drive
Software:		Required: Microsoft Office 2007 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Windows Vista Operating System. Previous versions of Windows and Office may be acceptable, check with your individual Instructor. Students should note that their books will have images of the required software.
Special Instructions:		College Bookstore Bundle ISBN: 1-4283-8741-2

Credit hours:

Pre-requisites:

RED-080

Co-requisites:

None

Description:

This course provides a brief overview of computer concepts. Emphasis is placed on the use of personal computers and software applications for personal and workplace use. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate basic personal computer skills.

Course Goals:

To provide students with the basic computer skills required to be successful and effective in today's workplace and society
To help students develop a working knowledge of the most widely used microcomputer operating system: Microsoft Windows Operating System
To introduce students to the Internet
To help students develop basic skills in the most widely used microcomputer software applications: word processing, spreadsheets, and presentation software
To expose students to computer information systems as a possible field of study

Course Objectives:
Upon successful completion, students will be able to demonstrate (through completion of classwork and assignments):

The basic concepts of computer design and functionality including the major parts of a computer processor, memory, input and output devices, and mass storage.
The basic concepts and operations of an operating system, to include basic commands and procedures, including File and Hardware Management.
The basic concepts and operation of the Internet.
The basic concepts and operations of application software, including word processing, spreadsheets, and presentation graphics.

The Core Values of Wake Technical Community College
Respect	Instructor and students will foster an environment that is respectful of all.
Responsibility	Instructor and students will foster an environment that promotes taking responsibility for one's actions and obligations.
Critical Thinking	Instructor and students will strive to improve the critical thinking skills of analysis, synthesis, and evaluation.
Communication	Instructor and students will strive to ensure that both written and oral communications are clearly understood.
Collaboration	Instructor and students will strive to develop collaborative skills.

Grading Is As Follows:
Exams (4)	45	Typically, there are four exams (two lecture exams and two lab exams). Check with your individual Instructor for details. The format of the class is lecture and lab. All exams must be taken on the assigned date; otherwise, a grade of zero will be assigned. Any exception to this policy must be the result of a documented emergency or prior arrangement with the instructor. There will be no exceptions to this rule.
Course Project	15	Comprehensive research project using theory and applications presented in the course. Late projects will not be accepted and will result in a grade of zero.
Quizzes; Homework; Lab Assignments	30	Quizzes may be announced or unannounced; may be from any course material. Homework and labs will have a due date assigned and MUST be completed on time to receive full credit. Ask your Instructor for their policy for marking down late assignments. It is the student's responsibility to keep track of all lab work throughout the semester and to notify the Instructor(s) immediately regarding an emergency or extenuating circumstances.
Participation; Attendance; Attitude	10	Weekly discussions and readings, communication with instructor, attendance and engagement in course. Absences: Students are expected to attend every class and lab. See College Attendance Policy in the Student Handbook. Students must always display a helpful, positive and professional attitude throughout all dealings with the Instructor and other students.

Classroom Policies:

Students are responsible for all of the information presented in the Wake Technical Community College Student Handbook.
Please note that computers are to be used at all times for official course purposes. Use of computers for general web surfing, email, chat rooms, etc. is not allowed. Violation of this rule will result in a grade deduction and possible loss of computer privileges.
The college forbids the use of audible electronic equipment (cell phones, pagers, etc.) during instructional time.
If you miss a lecture or arrive late, you are responsible for the material presented, handouts distributed, and any announcements made that day. The instructor will not provide notes for missed classes.

Lecture Subjects	Lab Subjects
Subject Areas Note: The order in which these subject areas are presented may be changed/modified by your Instructor -- this list is offered only as a guide. The pace of each class differs according to the instructional needs of the students in the class. Always consult with your Instructor.
Orientation Blackboard Introduction to Computers	Intro to Windows XP Intro to File Management E-mail Basics
The Internet and the World Wide Web	Application Software
Microsoft Office Word 2007	Microsoft Office Word 2007 (cont'd) Overview of MLA Style
The System Unit	System Unit (cont'd) Review for Midterm Exam
Midterm Lecture Exam	Midterm Lab Exam
Assign Projects Microsoft Office PowerPoint 2007	Input and Output Devices
Storage	Microsoft Office PowerPoint 2007 (cont'd)
Operating Systems and Utilities	Microsoft Office Excel 2007
Security and Ethics	Microsoft Office Excel 2007 (cont'd)
Project Presentations
Exam Review
Comprehensive Lecture Exam	Final Lab Exam

Disability Support Services is available for students who require academic accommodations due to any physical, psychological, or learning disability. To determine eligibility, contact the office at 108-S Holding Hall or call
866-5670 (TDD/TTY 779-0668)