MONTGOMERY COLLEGE

Rockville Campus

CA106 COMPUTER USE AND MANAGEMENT

Computer Applications Department

Instructor Information

Name: Dr. Greg Grinberg

Office Location: MT408

Mailbox Location: MT429

Office Phone: 240-567-7161

Email:grigoriy.grinberg@montgomerycollege.edu

Course Website: www.montgomerycollege.edu/~ggrinber

Office Hours: M 5:20pm-6:20pm

T 2:00pm- 3:00pm

F 9:50am -10:50am

Course Information

Semester: Fall 2006	Course CRN: 23465
Class time: MWF 12:00pm – 12:50pm	Class location: CS022
Class starts: Sep 06	Class ends: Dec 23
MidTerm Exam: Oct 20th Final Exam: Monday Dec18th 12:30pm – 2:30pm	Last date for a refund: Sep 12th
Last date to drop without a grade or to change from audit to credit or from credit to audit: Sep 26th	Last date to drop a class with a W grade: Nov 22^nd
Non-instructional Day, no classes: Nov 22nd	Thanksgiving Holiday, college closed Nov 23-26

Course Description

An introductory, hands-on course teaching the Windows operating system interface and effective use of the IBM PC and compatibles. Topics include navigating in the standard Windows environment, file and hard drive management, customizing the Windows environment, transferring data between applications, using Windows accessories, installing hardware and software, utilizing electronic mail and effectively interfacing with the Internet. Three hours lecture each week. 3 semester hours

Prerequisites/Corequisites

Assessment levels: EL103/EN002, RD103/099

Outcoms and Objectives

Upon successful completion of this course, the student should be able to

Development and enhancement of non-technical skills

Speak and write about the course topics with sufficient proficiency

· Apply critical thinking to a variety of topics in the course

Hardware and basic

To identify the microcomputer, its components, and their basic functions
To identify the types and uses of software

Operating systems basics

To explain the need for an operating system and its major functions
To identify, compare and contrast the use of a text-based operating system and a graphical user interface (GUI)

Operating System Interfaces

Demonstrate the use of a graphical user interfaces and explain their similarities and differences

Windows environment

Navigate, manage and customize the Windows environment

File management

To format disks, manage files, backup files, organize files, compress files, locate files and access files

Data exchange

Transfer data among Windows applications

Accessory Programs

To utilize the accessories available with Windows

Internet Basics

To describe how the Web works
To demonstrate how e-mail works and how to attach files to e-mail messages
To identify the different types of search engines and utilize them appropriately

Course Grading:

The grade earned in this course will be determined from examinations, class and lab assignments, two exams, and attendance/participation. The following point system will be used

Percentage

of Grade

Lab Assignments 50%

Final Exam 20%

MidTerm Exam 20 %

Attendance and Participation 10%

in Class Activities _____

(with possible pop quizzes)

100%

Course Grades: <59=F, 60-69+D, 70-79=C, 80-89=B, 90-100=A

Course Materials

Benchmark Windows XP Professional, Brief Edition

Written by Hollingsworth, Hollingsworth, and Koers

Published by EMC Paradigm Publishing

3 ½ -inch floppy diskettes (High Density) – At least two

Textbook and other materials may be purchased through the bookstore

Tardiness: Class begins promptly at the scheduled time. Students are expected to be ON TIME.

MC Policies

Lack of Prerequisites: Academic Regulation 9.65C states:

In the event that students succeed in enrolling in a course for which they lack the prerequisites(s) as designated in the College catalog, the instructor, after consultation with the students, may drop the students from the course, immediately notifying the Admissions and Records Office of the decision in writing; this action to be taken before the published date, which is based on the principle of completion of 12 percent of the duration of the course (2 weeks in a 15-week semester or its equivalent).

A student must accept responsibility for his/her decision to remain in a class against the advice of the instructor. All students in a course are responsible for completing the course requirements, and faculty members are responsible for assigning grades that reflect student accomplishments with respect to the standards set for the course.

Student Attendance: Academic Regulation 9.823 states:

Students are expected to attend all class sessions.

“Excessive absence” is defined as one more absence than the number of classes per week during a fall (with the number of absences to be prorated for accelerated sessions).

In cases involving excessive absences from class, the instructor may drop the student from the class (resulting in a grade determined in accordance with regulation 9.645). If excessive absence from the course takes place after the deadline to drop a course, the instructor may record a grade of “F.”

If the student who is registered for audit is dropped by the instructor, the grade of "W" shall be recorded.

It is important that you attend every class. You will be responsible for all work assigned whether you are present or absent.

Missed Tests and Quizzes: Tests are announced far in advance. As a rule: NO MAKEUPS without a doctor's excuse. If the final exam is not taken, the student will receive a grade of F for the course.

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.

Each student, as an active participant in the Montgomery College community, is responsible for performing academic work that holds to the highest standards of honesty. Acts of cheating, fabrication, plagiarism, and helping others to commit such acts are all forms of academic dishonesty. Acts of academic dishonesty could result in a disciplinary action, that may include, but is not limited to suspension or dismissal. Consult the Student Code of Conduct in the Student Handbook for further information.

*The Montgomery College Student Code of Conduct permits an instructor to assign either an “F” on an assignment or an “F” in the course for academic dishonesty.

Student Conduct: Students are expected to abide by the Code of Conduct of the Student Handbook:

In order for learning to occur, it is necessary that the classroom environment be one of mutual respect. If a student behaves in such a way that 1) demonstrates a lack of respect, 2) interferes with the educational process or 3) violates the Student Code of Conduct, instructors are responsible for advising the student of the inappropriate behavior and granting her/him an opportunity to correct it. A student who fails to correct this behavior will be asked to leave the class and will be subject to disciplinary action, as outlined in the Montgomery College Student Code of Conduct.

For a complete statement of Academic Regulations and Student Code of Conduct visit:

http://www.montgomerycollege.edu/departments/academicevp/Student_PandP.htm

Audit Policy: Academic Regulation 9.613 states:

Students wishing to register for audit at the beginning of the semester or who wish to

change from credit must do so prior to completion of 20 percent of the duration of the

course.

The grade of “AU” carries no credit.

Students initially registering for audit are not required to get an instructor’s signature.

Students wishing to change from credit to audit must obtain written approval from the

instructor. (See AR 9.614 for students wishing to change from audit to credit.) All

students registered for audit are required to consult with the instructor before or during the

first class session in which they are in audit status and are required to participate in all

course activities unless otherwise agreed upon by the student and instructor at the time of

consultation. Failure to consult with the instructor or not participate may result in the

grade of “W” being awarded. This action may be taken by the instructor by changing the

“AU” to “W” on the final grade sheet.

Change from Audit to Credit 9.614 states:

A student registered for Audit (AU) may change to credit before the completion of 20 percent of the duration of the course provided the student has written approval of the instructor.

Statement on Disabilities: All classes offered at Montgomery College must meet the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Disability Support Services encourages the following announcement at the start of each semester:

“Any student, who may need an accommodation due to a disability, must provide a letter from Disability Support Services authorizing the accommodations. Any student who may need assistance in the event of an emergency evacuation must notify the Disability Support Services office. http://www.montgomerycollege.edu/Departments/dispsvc/

Students with mobility disabilities depend on the elevators to get to class. Please use the stairs if you are able to do so.

Computer Labs

There are labs available for student use--to complete homework assignments, or for extra practice. The software used in this class has been installed in the Computer Labs. For more information about the computer labs, visit their Website at: http://www.mc.cc.md.us/Departments/InTechRV/

Assessment Center

Occasionally it is necessary for a student to take a test in the Assessment Center. The Assessment Center requires an appointment for all computer tests. To make an appointment, call the Rockville Assessment Center (301) 251-7459. The Assessment Center is located on the ground floor of Campus Center. Picture identification is required.

Beepers and Cell Phones

Please turn beepers or cell phones off during the class period.

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. Area radio stations broadcast information about school closings or delayed openings beginning around 6 a.m. If Montgomery College plans to close early, radio and TV stations will broadcast that message. The stations will not broadcast “open as scheduled.”

The Montgomery College Website should also have announcements posted.

http://www.montgomerycollege.edu

Emergency Management Procedures

In the event of emergency situations involving Montgomery College directly -- or of an emergency at the local, regional or national level which could impact the college community – Montgomery College’s safety and security personnel and other College officials utilize in-house emergency response plans and coordinate their response activities with local, county, state and federal authorities, as appropriate. The College works directly in conjunction with Montgomery County’s Emergency Operations Center, in the event of any local activation of the center.

Detailed emergency response plans are in place for each of Montgomery College’s three primary campuses at Germantown, Rockville and Takoma Park, as well as for off-site facilities, including its Workforce Development and Continuing Education centers at Gaithersburg and Wheaton.

The College has published a Quick Reference Guide, with basic information on these emergency procedures. It includes an explanation of the communication alert codes utilized by the college, key phone numbers, tips on what to do in the event of various types of emergencies, and specific evacuation plans for individual college facilities. Members of the college community are urged to familiarize themselves with this information and to keep a copy of the guide handy.

For more information about emergency procedures, visit the College Website at: http://www.montgomerycollege.edu/news/emergency/

A course schedule will be provided in a separate document.