4/8/2023

CIS 123Intro to Windows

Syllabus

Instructor: Dennis McGaffick e-mail: dmcgaffick@spscc.ctc.edu Class Meets: MWF 10:00 – 10:50Office: 34-125 Phone: 754-7711 ext 4725 Office Hours: MTWTH 12 – 1 & by appointment

TEXTBOOK:

Microsoft Windows Vista Comprehensive by Parsons, Oja, Carey & Ruffolo, 2003,

Thomson Course Technology, ISBN – 978-1-4239-0602-5

SUPPLIES:

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COURSE DESCRIPTION:This course is an introduction to the features, and effective use of the Microsoft Windows Vista operating System. Includes graphical and manual interface techniques; program and file management, personalization of the Windows environment, print queue, and desktop folders; Windows Vista applets, Hardware and Software maintenance and performance management and computer security.

OBJECTIVES:Upon completion of CIS 123 the student will be able to:

Identify and describe the major components of the Windows Vista operating environment. Demonstrate personal ability to setup and manipulate a multiple window desktop environment to

meet specific user needs. Use Windows Vista applets to support personal productivity. Manage files, create filing systems, and protect electronic data.

STUDENT CONDUCT: Arrive on time for each class meeting. My classes begin on time and end on time and I never backup. Please have respect for other students. Doing other homework, talking to others during lecture or when

someone else is talking, leaving early on a regular basis, distrubing others, arriving late on a regular basis are behaviors that are considered unacceptable in this class. See Code of Student Rights and Responsibilities for more information. See also the Statement of Academic Honesty on the SPSCC Intranet. Knowledge of the information contained in these documents is the student’s responsibility.

Adhere to the Code of Ethics for Using Computer Resources while in the class room or one of the computer labs.

Students receiving financial aid should ALWAYS check with Financial Aid prior to withdrawing, signing an incomplete contract, changing to an audit, or receiving an F or V grade in a class.

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For Homework 1 USB Memory Storage Device.1 Two pocket folder for homework assignments

Lab Fee

1 Ream of laser printer paper turned into me no later than 1/29. Note: After 1/29 - no paper, no grades.

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EVALUATION PROCESS: Homework assignments are due before the start of the first class meeting following the day it was

assigned. There is a twenty percent (20%) deduction for late assignments turned in the second class meeting following the day it was assigned. Beyond that, a score of 0 will be recorded. There will be no makeup for quizzes, in class exercises, individual module exams or the final exam.

Labeling and assembling papers All assignments must be properly labeled on the first page with your name, and the

assignment name/number: All steps in the assignments must be properly labeled and assembled in the order they

are found in the assignment instructions, and enclosed in a folder. They are to be stapled together by name/number and placed in the folder in ascending order.

Failing to properly label and assemble the assignments will earn a 20% deduction on that assignment.

When using the drop box you must name the file using the class hour 1st and then your last name Followed by your first name and then the file/assignment name, no spaces in between using upper and lower case letters as shown in this example - 10McGaffickDennisTut1

Tests and In-Class Exercises are theory and performance-based assessments on the computer. They are based on the concepts learned by reading the material in the book, class demonstrations, and completing the assignments.

GRADING:Weighted Points Homework 20% - 20% if late

Projects 25%Quizzes 15% No makeupMidterm Exam 15% No makeupFinal Exam 25% No makeup

SCALE 95 – 100 A 75 – 79 C92 – 94 A- 72 – 74 C-90 – 91 B+ 70 – 71 D+85 – 89 B 65 – 69 D82 – 84 B- 62 – 64 D-80 – 81 C+ Below 62 F

COURSE COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS: Attend each class session. If you are absent, it is your responsibility to obtain assignment/testing

information from another class member or your instructor. Read the assigned chapters and work through the tutorial exercises and the homework assignments. Complete, proofread and correctly label and assemble each assignment before turning it in. Complete the in-class graded exercises and exams. Be prepared to spend as much as two hours a week on the computer outside of class to complete the

homework assignments for every one hour in class.

DISCLAIMER The instructor reserves the right to make adjustments in the operation of this course to enhance students learning and meet the objectives of CIS 123.

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