Syllabus
Introduction to Microcomputer Operating Systems
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INSTRUCTOR: |
Prof.
Karen Penn de Martinez |
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OFFICE HOURS: |
Mon./Weds.: 11:00 - 12:00 |
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Tues.:
9:30 am - 10:30 am |
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DEPARTMENT: |
Computer Applications |
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COURSE NUMBER: |
CA 106 |
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CREDIT HOURS: |
3, No Prerequisites |
CATALOG DESCRIPTION:
An introductory, hands-on course teaching the DOS and Windows98 operating systems for the IBM PC and compatibles. Topics in DOS include basic commands and the customization of those commands, file and hard drive management, and the role and creation of batch files. Topics in Windows include navigating in the standard Windows environment, file and hard drive management, customizing the Windows environment, transferring data between applications, using Windows accessories, and installing hardware and software.
TEXTS/MATERIALS (Required):
Microsoft Windows 98: Comprehensive, June Jamrich Parsons, Course Technology, 1999.
Three 3 1/2" double-sided, high density disks.
SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES:
· The student will be able to identify the parts of the computer and their functions
· The student will navigate in the Windows environment and explore the contents of the computer, the menus, various programs that come included with Windows, and the Internet
· The student will start applications, and will create, save, print, and modify files
· The student will copy, move, delete, and otherwise manage files and folders
· The student will customize Windows to run more efficiently and use personal settings
· The student will use Windows Help features to learn about additional processes
· The student will learn essential disk maintenance procedures, including backing up files
· The student will be familiar with basic DOS command line procedures
· The student will create batch files to handle multiple procedures
GRADING:
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Attendance/Participation |
<DIV ALIGN=right>10</DIV> |
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Homework Assignments |
<DIV ALIGN=right>20</DIV> |
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Quizzes |
<DIV ALIGN=right>20</DIV> |
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Midterm Exam |
<DIV ALIGN=right>20</DIV> |
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Final Exam |
<DIV ALIGN=right>25</DIV> |
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Group Quiz/Exam Average |
<DIV ALIGN=right>5</DIV> |
Course Grade: <59=F, 60-69=D, 70-79=C, 80-89=B, 90=A
November
10th is the last day to drop the class with a grade of W.
CLASS ATTENDANCE:
The following statement is in the Student Handbook and will be enforced:
"Students are expected to attend all class sessions. When a student’s absences are about to equal or have equaled the number of class sessions per week, the instructor may issue a warning; if the student is absent again, the instructor may drop the student from the class." In the case of absence, it is the student’s responsibility to get class material/work assignments from another student. You will be responsible for all work assigned whether you are present or absent.
Tardiness: Class begins promptly at the scheduled time. Students are expected to be ON TIME. If you are late, your attendance grade for that day will be a zero.
Missed exams: If a legitimate emergency causes you to miss a test, the teacher may, at her discretion, schedule a makeup. However, you will lose 15 points off the grade for that test.
PARTICIPATION/APPROPRIATE IN-CLASS ACTIVITIES:
Students are expected to spend class time working on activities for this class. Use of the Internet shall be strictly limited to activities for this class. Behavior that impedes the learning of others, or failure to participate in class activities will cause your attendance/participation grade for that day to be a zero.
POLICY ON ACADEMIC INTEGRITY:
Cheating, plagiarism and/or other forms of academic dishonesty will not be tolerated. Refer to the Code of Conduct section of the Student Handbook.
Any occurrence of academic dishonesty, including cheating, plagiarism, submitting someone else's work, or helping another student to cheat, or any violation of the Code of Conduct will result in a zero for that assignment as well as an automatic 10-point reduction of your total semester grade.
ASSIGNMENT INSTRUCTIONS:
Any papers handed in must contain your name, the document or assignment title, and be stapled in order. If disks are required, they should have your name printed on the label. No folders, please. Submit all assignments at or before the beginning of class on the due date. Assignments turned in after their due date will be subject to a 10-point penalty for each calendar day late.
HARDWARE AND SOFTWARE:
This class uses Windows98 software. Other versions of Windows may not give the same results. Also, certain assignments require access to the Internet. If you do not have the necessary hardware and software at home, you will have access to the campus computer labs, which contain all the necessary hardware and software to prepare class assignments. Locations, hours, rules and guidelines for using the labs are published by the Academic Computing Team and will be distributed in a separate handout.
POLICIES:
Students should refer to the Student Handbook for the official wording of all academic, classroom, and collegewide policies. Students are expected to abide by the Code of Conduct of the Student Handbook.
AUDIT POLICY:
· The grade of "AU" (registered for Audit) will be recorded if the student so requests and if approved by the instructor before the deadline date.
· The deadline date is September 15th.
· Students registered for audit are required to participate in all course activities unless otherwise agreed upon by the student and instructor at the time registration for audit occurs. Failure to participate may result in the grade of "W" being awarded.
STATEMENT ON DISABILITIES:
All classes offered at Montgomery College must meet the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. If you have a disability that will require accommodations, please see me after class or during my office hours. We should be able to work out whatever arrangements are necessary, including special seating, testing, or other accommodations. If you have not already contacted the Disability Support Services office (CAB 122), [Rockville: (240) 567-5058; TDD (301)294-9672] please do so to obtain a letter authorizing your accommodations.
WEATHER ALERT
Occasionally it becomes necessary to delay the opening of school, send students home early, or close the College entirely because of bad weather. The following stations have agreed to broadcast complete information about Montgomery College closings or delayed openings because of inclement weather:
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WFMD 980 |
WHUR 96.3 |
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WASH 97.1 |
CHANNEL 51/CABLE READY 3 |
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WBSB 104.3 |
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WGAY 103.5 |
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WJFK 106.7 |
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For a recorded announcement call (240) 777-6500 or (240) 567-5310.