Instructor: Emerson P David, B.S, MDE, CID, CLD

INSY 110 Computer Concepts I (3) – 2014 Fall Session School of Graduates and Professional Studies 7600 Flower Avenue, Takoma Park, MD 20912

Instructor: Emerson P David, B.S, MDE, CID, CLD B.S Information Systems, Master Distance Education & Technology Certificate in Instructional Design, Certificate in Leadership & Distance Education E-mail: [email protected], Ph: 301-891-4076, Office: ITS (Bldg #6)

2014 Fall Semester – 8 Weeks (Aug.25 -Nov 29, 2014) Course Description

This introductory course in computer science explores the profession’s broad scope of computers, history, theories, computer fundamentals, design concepts, integration practices, and applications. The laboratory hands-on experience introduces the students to the current computer techniques utilizing MS-DOS, Windows 7, Microsoft Office 2010 (word processing, Excel, Power Point, Access) suits and the Internet. No pre-requisite or experience with computers is necessary. This course helps students become knowledgeable in the basics of computers, networking, trouble-shooting and learning some of the synonyms - normally spoken by IT personals in the computer field.

INSY 110 Computer Concept, duration of eight weeks, is as rigorous as that of CPTR 105 Introduction to Computers taught for traditional students. Due to the condensed nature of instruction in 8 weeks, students are expected to manage their time accordingly with regular study habit. Students may be required to invest between 12 and 15 hours of course work per week to be successful in this course.

Course Goals/Objectives:

The goal of this course is to enable the student to be competent with the basic architecture and operations of computers, both on the institutional and personal level. This course introduces topics on hardware, software, applications, the Internet and World Wide Web, database management and Microsoft Office suits - Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Access.

After the completion of this course, students are expected to acquire knowledge on the following skills:

 Gaining knowledge of current trend of computer and network at home, office and corporate level around the world.  Understand some of the terminologies spoken in the IT environment.  To apply knowledge of computers to off-the-shelf consumer products and solving everyday tasks using basic office productivity skills.  Understand Hardware & software basics, information system, Database management and security issues.  Gain hands-on experience with MS Office suit (MS Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint)  Gain basic concept of internet (WWW), Web 2.0 technology and email services.  Understand the logic of programming language and design  Ability to evaluate current and potential future computer technologies and their impacts on society.

Students are expected to complete weekly reading assignments, quizzes, lab works and projects on or before the due dates.

1 | P a g e Required Text Books/Tools

Digital Planet: Tomorrow’s Technology and You Author: Beekman, George / Beekman, Ben ISBN: 13:978-0-13-209153-4 MBS Direct SKU: 1051947 Publisher: Prentice Hall, Inc.

Integrated Computer Applications Author: VanHuss, Susie H. / Forde, Connie M. / Woo, Donna L. Edition: 6th 12 ISBN 13: 978-1-111-98809-8 ISBN 10: 1-111-98809-9 MBS Direct SKU: 1097732 Publisher: South-Western Publishing Co.

Flash Drive of any capacity, Or your Laptop (to save your lab works)

Course Outline – Quick View Legend: DP – Digital Planet Tomorrow’s Technology and You ICA - Integrated Computer Applications (Microsoft Office 2010) Pre-week Chapter 1 (DP): Exploring Our Digital Planet Lesson 1 (ICA): Block Letters Lesson 2 (ICA): Memos Week One: Chapter 2 (DP): Hardware Basics – Inside the Box Chapter 3 (DP): Hardware Basics – Peripherals Lesson 3 (ICA-Word): Multiple-Page Documents Lesson 4 (ICA-Word): Tables Lesson 5 (ICA-Word): Unbound Report with Track Changes Lesson 6 (ICA-Word): Left-bound Reports Week Two: Chapter 4 (DP): Software Basics – The Ghost in the Machine Chapter 5 (DP): Productivity Applications Lesson 7 (ICA-Word): Documents with Graphics Lesson 8 (ICA-Word): Reports with Sections Lesson 9 (ICA-Word): Reports with Citation Lesson 10 (ICA-Word): Customize Document Themes Week Three: Chapter 6 (DP): Graphics, Digital Media, and Multimedia (Covered in Week 7) Chapter 7 (DP): Database Applications and Privacy Implications Chapter 8 (DP): Networking and Digital Communication Lesson 1 (ICA-PPT): Create Presentation Using Themes Lesson 2 (ICA-PPT): Work with tables and Graphics Lesson 3 (ICA-PPT): Add Transitions and Animations Lesson 4 (ICA-PPT): Print Notes, Handouts, and Slides Week Four: INSY 110 Computer Concepts I (3) – 2014 Fall Session School of Graduates and Professional Studies 7600 Flower Avenue, Takoma Park, MD 20912

Chapter 9 (DP): The Evolving Internet Chapter 10 (DP): Computer Security and Risks Lesson 5 (ICA-PPT): Customize Presentations Lesson 6 (ICA-PPT): Embed and Link Files Lesson 7 (ICA-PPT): Manage and Deliver Presentation Lesson 1 (ICA-Excel): Create Worksheet Lesson 2 (ICA-Excel): Edit Worksheet Lesson 3 (ICA-Excel): Insert Formulas and Functions Lesson 4 (ICA-Excel): Print Worksheet Lesson 5 (ICA-Excel): Create and Modify Charts Lesson 6 (ICA-Excel): Sort and Filter Week Five: Chapter 11 (DP): Computers at Work, School, and Home Chapter 12 (DP): Information Systems in Business Lesson 1 (ICA-Access): Work with Microsoft Access Lesson 2 (ICA-Access): Create and Modify Tables Week Six: Chapter 13 (DP): E-Commerce and E-Business Chapter 14 (DP): Systems Design and Development Lesson 3 (ICA-Access): Create Simple Queries Lesson 4 (ICA-Access): Create and Customize Forms Lesson 5 (ICA-Access): Create Simple Report Week Seven: Chapter 6 (DP): Graphics, Digital Media, and Multimedia Chapter 15 (DP): Is Artificial Intelligence Real? Lesson 6 (ICA-Access): Create Table Relationship Lesson 7 (ICA-Access): Import and Export Data Week Eight: Appendix A (DP) – Basics (Page 583 – 606) Review for Final Group Presentation Final Exam

NOTE: DP – Digital Planet (Text Book), ICA – Integrated Computer Applications (Lab Book)

Grade Scheme (Letter Grade) A 93-100% C+ 78-80% A- 90-92% C 74-77% B+ 87-89% C- 70-73% B 84-86% D 65-69% B- 81-83 F Below 64%

Course Requirement  Student must attend all class sessions. WAU has an attendance policy which requires that you are in class 80% of the total meeting time.

3 | P a g e  Ensure to login to Desire2Learn as often as possible for and announcements.  All assignments and projects are received only via Dropbox in Desire2Learn. No assignments will be accepted as attachments via email.  Invest an average of 15-hour workload in each of the eight weeks.  Participation – students are expected to participate in academic discussion via Desire2Learn. Participation counts toward your final grade. See below for details.  You are expected to keep a Learning Journal in Excel spreadsheet and submit for grading at the end of fourth and eight week.  Weekly quizzes, homework and assignments are due on or before 11:59 pm on Sunday.  All written assignments are expected to be in APA (American Psychological Association, 6th Edition) style format.  Students are required to take quizzes/exams on the day and time they are scheduled. If special circumstances require a modification to the test schedule, prior arrangements must be made with the instructor at least 24 hours before the due date, or the student will need to present a valid excuse from the Academic Dean. If a student misses an exam, and is entitled to make it up, it is the student’s obligation to contact the instructor to make the necessary arrangements.

Grade Distribution

Lab Works (Projects) 25% Bi-weekly Quizzes 20% Individual Project/Paper – Class presentation at the end of final week 10% Midterm (Ch 1 – 6) 15% Final Exam (Ch 7 – 12) 20% Review Quizzes (Ongoing) 10% Learning Journal/Participation (Bonus) 5% (Bonus) Total Grade 100% (Bonus 5%)

Note: See the per cent of weight above table and manage your time accordingly. However, please note, even though the review quizzes carries only 10% of your final grade the amount of time you invest on review quizzes will help you score well in bi-weekly, mid-term and final exams.

WAU Statement of Faith and learning/Academic Integrity & Ethics The Washington Adventist University seeks inspiration and guidance in assisting students in the learning process. Because the highest individual development is based on moral and ethical codes, this course will be conducted in accordance with WAU’s Statements of Mission, Objectives, and Community.

The Academic Integrity Policy within the WAU bulletin gives a detailed description of the policy. Students are to familiarize themselves with the policy, as compliance to the policy or lack thereof could be a cause for dismissal from the program.

The maintenance of highest standards of intellectual honesty is the concern of every student and faculty member at Washington Adventist University. Academic dishonesty or misconduct may occur in many ways. While collaborative learning is encouraged, plagiarism, cheating on exam and other form of intellectual dishonesty will be presented to the University Academic Honesty Committee. Washington Adventist University has licensed agreement with http://www.Turnitin.com (Plagiarism Detection Software). Your instructor has the right to submit your assignments for originality check upon his or her discretion. INSY 110 Computer Concepts I (3) – 2014 Fall Session School of Graduates and Professional Studies 7600 Flower Avenue, Takoma Park, MD 20912

Things to Remember:  Consulting others is acceptable; however, all work must be original. Ideas must be attributed to sources, whether scholarly or unscholarly.  Be familiar with and uphold the WAU Academic Integrity Policy and the policy of each of their instructors.  Take responsibility to protect academic integrity in your own work and in the university community.  Avoid both dishonest practices and the appearance of dishonesty.  Make the necessary effort to ensure that your work is not used by others.  Be prepared to offer verification of work and demonstrate abilities in a monitored setting.

Note: All assignments/papers will are evaluated after submission through Turnitin software for plagiarism detection.  WAU Statement of Disability Service Any student who may need accommodations as the result of the impact of a disability should make an appointment to speak with the adjunct privately. Please also contact Mr. Fitzroy Thomas in the Office of Disability Services at 301-891-4115 to coordinate reasonable accommodations for documented disabilities. The office of Disability Services is located in the Better Howard Center for Student Success, Wilkinson Hall, Room 133. Individual departments may have additional requirements. Consult with the department chair for additional information.

Pre-week (Aug 18 – 24) Module 1 This course officially starts on Monday August 25, 2014. However, you have the opportunity to login to Desire2Learn and view the course content a week earlier, review the syllabus and obtain a copy of your text book.

To- Do-List before the first day of class: 1. Obtain the required text books 2. Login to Desire2Learn and familiarize with all the features. 3. Introduce yourself to your classmates and greet at least two of your classmates, in Discussion area. 4. Read Chapter 1 (Digital Planet), and note down the keywords that are unfamiliar to you in Excel spreadsheet (Learning Journal) – to be submitted at the end of fourth week and at the end of final week for grading. Sample worksheet is provided in D2L content area. 5. Take “Test Yourself” quiz in Desire2Learn – no points toward your final grade 6. Watch the tutorial video on APA Style from http://flash1r.apa.org/apastyle/basics/index.htm , create a title page and keep it as template for future use. (See Desire2Learn Content Section) 7. Create a new folder INSY110 in your flash drive or hard drive if you plan to bring your laptop to the class.

Week One (Aug 25 – 31) Module 1 Objectives:

5 | P a g e During the first week, we cover chapters 2 & 3 (Hardware Basics –Inside the Box & Peripherals). At the end of these two chapters you should be able to:  Understand how computers stores data and manipulate information (Ch 2).  Describe the basic structure and organization of a computer (Ch 2).  Understand the system’s main internal components (Ch 2).  Learn of different types of memory and storage device (Ch 2).  Learn of several input and output devices (Ch 3).  Explain why a typical computer has different types of storage devices and how they fit together (Ch 3).  Learn how to input different types of information into the computer (Ch 3) Lesson 3 (ICA-Word) Multiple – Page Documents:  Create Multiple-page letters  Create Multiple-page memos  Create Second-page header and apply word commands Lesson 4 (ICA-Word) Tables:  Create and format tables  Use table tools for design and layout  Learn and apply word commands Lesson 5 (ICA-Word) Unbound Reports with Track Changes:  Format unbound report  Apply document themes and styles  Work with comments and tracked changes  Learn and apply word commands Lesson 6 (ICA-Word) Leftbound Reports with Cover Pages:  Format Leftbound reports  Create cover pages  Learn and apply word commands Required Reading:  Chapter 2 & 3 (Digital Planet)  Lesson 1 – 6 (ICA) Recommended Site:  http://www.askthecomputertech.com/computer-history-timeline.html  http://www.computerhope.com/issues/chspace.htm  http://www.csoonline.com/article/2134125/data-protection/11-sure-signs-you-39-ve-been- hacked.html  http://www.build-your-own-computers.com/

Tasks: 1. During this week, students will be asked to write one or two paragraph(s), within 150 words, about the terms bits & bytes, and RAM & ROM – to be submitted in the Dropbox, Project 1 2. Review Quizzes (Chapter 1,2 & 3) – Ongoing (Open book, Counted toward final grade) 3. Read Chapters 1-6 (pages 1-23), practice and prepare for Project 1 on page 24 – to be submitted for grading.

Week 2 (Sep 1 – 7)

Chapter 4 & 5 (DP) – Objectives: At the end of chapter 4 and 5, students should be able to:  Describe three fundamental categories of software and their relationships  Explain the relationship of algorithms to software INSY 110 Computer Concepts I (3) – 2014 Fall Session School of Graduates and Professional Studies 7600 Flower Avenue, Takoma Park, MD 20912

 Compare and contrast PC applications and Web applications.  Describe the role of the operating systems in a modern computer system  Explain how file systems are organized.  Outline the evolution of user interfaces from machine-language programming to futuristic interfaces  Describe some challenges of applying intellectual property laws to software  Describe how PC and Web applications have revolutionized writing and publisExplain hing  Understand desktop and Web publishing on freedom of press  Explain how computers can be used to answer what-if questions  Understand how computers are used as tools for simulation mechanical, biological, and social systems.

Required Reading/Lab Work: 1. Chapter 4 (DP) Software Basics 2. Chapter 5 (DP) Productivity Applications 3. Lesson 7 (ICA-Word) Documents with Graphics 4. Lesson 8 (ICA-Word) Reports with sections 5. Lesson 9 (ICA-Word) Reports with citation 6. Lesson 10 (ICA-Word) Customized document themes

Tasks: 1. Review Quizzes – Chapters 4 & 5 (Ongoing) 2. Biweekly Quiz – Chapter 1, 2 3. Project 2 (Page 48-52 -ICA) –to be submitted for grading 4. Participate in discussion topic – see D2L

Recommended sites and Reading:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-3nWC29Uyug  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-ZbOIHAWdKE  http://www.wipo.int/export/sites/www/freepublications/en/intproperty/450/wipo_pub_450.p df

Week 3 (Sep 8 – 14) Chapters 7 (DP) Objectives: After completing these chapters, students should be able to  Explain what a database is and describe its basic structure  Identify the problems that can be solved with database software  Describe different kinds of database software, from simple file managers to complex relational database  Describe database operations for storing, sorting, updating, querying, and summarizing information  Explain how databases threaten our privacy Chapter 8 (DP) Objectives:  Describe the basic types of technology that makes telecommunication possible

7 | P a g e  Describe local (LAN) and wide (WAN) area networks, online communications, wireless network technology and digital data networks  Describe how online social networks, wikis, and other tools that help create online communities  Describe current and future trends in telecommunications and networking Required Reading/Lab Works 1. Chapter 7 (DP): Database Applications and Privacy Implications 2. Chapter 8 (DP): Networking and Digital Communication 3. Lesson 1 (ICA-PPT): Create Presentation Using Themes 4. Lesson 2 (ICA-PPT): Work with tables and Graphics 5. Lesson 3 (ICA-PPT): Add Transitions and Animations 6. Lesson 4 (ICA-PPT): Print Notes, Handouts, and Slides

Tasks: 1. Take Review Quizzes on Chapter 7 & 8 - ongoing 2. Submit Assignment 2 -Paper either on “SQL Server” or “Oracle” – within 150 words 3. Participate in Discussion 4. Start working on Project 3 (ICA-page 74-83)

Recommended Sites/Readings: http://www.leavcom.com/db_08_00.htm http://www.spokeo.com/

Week 4 (Sep 15 – 21) – See Detail in D2L Chapter 9 (DP) Objectives: After completing this chapter students should be able to,  Define and describe the technology that makes the Web work  Discuss the evolving tools people use to build Web sites  Discuss the trends that are changing the Internet and the way people use it  Discuss important social and political issues raised by the growth of the Internet

Chapter 10 (DP) Objectives:  Describe several types of computer crime, major security issues facing computer users, administrators, and law enforcement officials  Describe how computer security relates to personal privacy issues  Explain how security and computer reliability are related  Describe the potential impact of digital technology on warfare and terrorism  Learn some of political and social issues people face

Required Reading/Lab Work: 1. Chapter 9 & 10 (DP) 2. Lesson 5 (ICA) Customize Presentations 3. Lesson 6 9ICA) Embed and Link Files 4. Lesson 7 (ICA-PPT): Manage and Deliver Presentation 5. Lesson 1 (ICA-Excel): Create Worksheet 6. Lesson 2 (ICA-Excel): Edit Worksheet 7. Lesson 3 (ICA-Excel): Insert Formulas and Functions 8. Lesson 4 (ICA-Excel): Print Worksheet 9. Lesson 5 (ICA-Excel): Create and Modify Charts INSY 110 Computer Concepts I (3) – 2014 Fall Session School of Graduates and Professional Studies 7600 Flower Avenue, Takoma Park, MD 20912

10. Lesson 6 (ICA-Excel): Sort and Filter

Tasks: 1. Take Review Quizzes on chapters 9 & 10 (DP) 2. Participate in weekly discussion topic 3. Bi-weekly Quiz (Chapters 3, 4 & 5) – Digital Planet 4. Submit Project 3 (ICA- PPT) page 74 – 82, Integrating PowerPoint and Word 5. Submit Learning Journal for grading

Week 5 (Sep 22 – 28) Chapter 11 (DP) Objectives:  Describe how digital technology has changed the way people work in factories, office anf homes  Positive and negative outcome of digital technology  Explain how the information age places new demands on our educational system, and how it is use currently  Discuss the advantages and limitations of computers and the Internet as instructional tools

Chapter 12 (DP) Objectives:  Describe the components of a system and the characteristics of an information system, and discuss a business organization  Describe a business organization as a chain model  Explain how transaction processing systems are used to support business process  Explain how enterprise resource planning is carried out within and among business organizations  Discuss how business can use information technology to improve efficiency and profitability Required Reading/Lab Work: 1. Chapters 11 & 12 (DP) 2. Lesson 1 (ICA-Access): Work with Microsoft Access 3. Lesson 2 (ICA-Access): Create and Modify Tables 4. Take Review Quizzes on chapters 11 & 12 (DP) Recommended Sites/Readings: 1. http://www.dogpile.com/ 2. http://www.tltgroup.org/whybother.htm 3. http://www.microsoft.com/office/labs/index.html 4. http://www.ncrel.org/sdrs/areas/te0cont.htm 5. http://one.laptop.org/ 6. http://www.computerworld.com 7. http://www.brint.com/ISResearch.htm

Tasks: 1. Midterm Exam -Chapter 1 – 6 (DP) – More details will be provided later. 2. Participate in weekly discussion topic 3. Project 4 – Details in Desire2Learn 4. Work on Lessons 1 & 2 (ICA- Access, page 197- 211)

9 | P a g e Week 6 ( Sep 29 – Oct 5) Chapter 13 (DP) Objectives:  Describe several basic models of e-commerce and e-business  Discuss factors that have had an impact on success  Explain how Web 2.0 and cloud computing technologies are changing e-commerce  Discuss several ethics issues related tp electronic commerce Chapter 14 (DP) Objectives:  Describe the process of designing, programming, and debugging a computer program  Understand different programming languages, and why computer languages are built into applications, operating systems, and utilities  Outline the steps in the life cycle of an information system, and the purpose of maintenance  Explain the relationship between programming and computer science  Explain why software companies provides limited warranties for their products

Required Reading: 1. Chapters 13 & 14 (DP) 2. Chapters 3, 4 & 5 (ICA Access) Recommended Sites/Reading: 1. http://www.privacyalliance.org/ 2. http://www.goecart.com/support/hosted-shopping-cart-software.aspx 3. http://www.privacyalliance.org/resources/OPA_brochure.pdf 4. http://www.ecommerceprogram.com/ecommerce/Ebusiness-Security.asp 5. http://www.edc.org/ 6. http://whatis.techtarget.com/ Tasks: 1. Review Quizzes on chapters 13 & 14 (DP) 2. Bi-weekly Quiz 3 3. Work on Lesson 3, 4 & 5 (ICA – Access, page 212 – 232) 4. Project ( in D2L – to be announced) Week 7 (Oct 6 - Oct 12) Chapter 6 (DP) Objectives:  Explain the difference between painting software, image-processing software, drawing software, and 3-D modeling software  Explain effective techniques for improving the quality of slides prepared with presentation- graphics software  Describe how digital technology is used in video and audio production today  Describe how data compression works  Describe several present and future applications for multimedia technology Chapter 15 (DP) Objectives:  Explain the two basic approaches of artificial intelligence research  Describe several hard problems that artificial intelligence research has not yet been able to solve  Describe several practical applications of artificial intelligence  Explain what robots are and give several examples illustrating what they can—and can’t—do  Speculate about how our world might change as artificial intelligence technology progresses Required Reading: 1. Chapter 6 & 15 (DP) 2. Lessons 6 & 7 (ICA – Access, Page 233 – 242) INSY 110 Computer Concepts I (3) – 2014 Fall Session School of Graduates and Professional Studies 7600 Flower Avenue, Takoma Park, MD 20912

Recommended Sites/Reading: 1. http://www.interactivemediaawards.com/ 2. http://www.wildform.com/ 3. http://kompozer.net/ 4. http://www.techsmith.com/jing.html 5. https://www.flickr.com/ 6. http://artificialintelligenceworld.blogspot.com/ 7. http://www.exsys.com/ Tasks: 1. Review Quizzes on Chapters 6 & 15 (DP) 2. Bi-weekly Quiz 3. Project – Database – Access (to be announced )

Week 8 (Final Week) 1. Review for Final Exam 2. Complete all Projects and Assignments 3. Read Appendix A (page 583-606) 4. Submit – Reflection of your learning in this course – share it with others in Discussion area for your peers’ response 5. Final Exam date & time, mode of exam will be announced later.

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