Course Syllabus

CS120 - Concepts of Computing - Winter 2019

Instructor Gary Parker
Office E109
Office Hours Monday through Friday 2:00 - 3:00 pm, or by appointment
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Email

gparker@bmcconline.com

Telephone 541-278-5772
Website math.bluecc.edu/parker
Course Description

Students in this course will study computers and their applications (note: this is not a "first" or "beginning" computer course). Student will develop an understanding of concepts and terminology related to computer systems and develop skills and understanding in the use of software. Concepts include an overview of computer systems, system & applications software, networks, the Internet, and societal & ethical issues. Hands-on experience may include intermediate to advanced word processing, spreadsheets, database, graphics, presentation graphics, and web publishing.  As this is a 4 credit course, you are expected to spend a minimum of 8 hours per week outside of class on reading and other course activities.

Course Prerequisites
    • CS 80 or equivalent (basic word processing, email, Internet research, and file management skills are expected).
    • Students must be able to read, write, follow directions, and use a keyboard and mouse (or other pointing device). Students must also have used a word processor, web browser, and email program, including the ability to send and receive attachments.
Expectations

You are expected to participate in class in person and online. This will involve some group work. Each week you will have about three assignments on average.  Note that this is an in person, face-to-face course, and attendance and participation in class is expected. 

  • Assigned readings and videos
  • Research and report
  • Application project

Although using a computer to perform different tasks is an important part of being computer literate, you should also know about how computers work, how they affect our lives, and how computers are evolving.  You have weekly assignments that have specific due dates as seen on the calendar. For late work you will lose 10% per calendar day late.

Required Materials
  • Google Account
  • a Wordpress account 
Testing

There will be occasional quizzes. These will usually be done on your own, but sometimes in class.

There will be a midterm exam and a final exam, both of which will be given in class as indicated on the course calendar.  If you miss these exam days, the exam may not be made up and you will receive a zero. 

Method of Evaluation

Your final grade will be a weighted average of all of you work.

 
Projects 40% A ≥ 90%
Tutorials 20% B ≥ 80%
Research & Report 20% C ≥ 70%
Quizzes & Tests 20% D ≥ 60%
F < 60%
School-wide Emergency Cancellations

Should emergency conditions (storms, dangerous road conditions, etc.) occur, please contact the college to see if classes are cancelled. Call (541) 276-1260 or go the website at http://www.bluecc.edu . Students are also encouraged to use BMCC’s Wolf Call messaging system, which will alert them of school closings. Please go to www.mycampuscast.org/login.aspx to update your Wolf Call settings.

Special Needs Statement:

Blue Mountain Community College is committed to providing inclusive learning environments. Please notify us if there are aspects of the course that result in disability-related barriers to your participation. If you have a disability that may need accommodation or academic adjustment, please contact the Health and Wellness Center at 541-278-5965, TDD 541-278-2174 or email DisabilityServices@bluecc.edu.

All students are welcome to contact the Student Success Center for additional study tips and tutoring. The numbers are (541) 278-5739 and (541) 278-5954 respectively. On campus tutors are available at all extension centers and are free resources for students. Trio students are encouraged to call (541) 278-5853 for additional support. Contact should be made 72 hours in advance of the event.

Disclaimer

The syllabus may change depending upon the needs of a particular class. Please verify topics, tests and other due dates with your instructor.

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