CS 101 Computer Basics

Syllabus (Subject to change)

Professor: Robert Ota

Office:  216 Hebeler

If you need to see me outside of class, please make an appointment.

Best way to contact is email. mailto:otar@cwu.edu

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Course Description

Assignment Schedule

Objectives

Grading Policy

Grade Sheet

 Class Policies

Important Information about Influenza:

If you have a severe respiratory or influenza-like illness (ILI) (high fever, aches, chills, cough) you should not come to class until you are without fever for 24 hours without the aid of fever-reducing medication. If your absences are related to a severe respiratory or flu-like illness, you will be given the opportunity to make up your assignments and class content without penalty. It is YOUR responsibility to notify your instructor, in advance, when absent due to H1N1. Faculty is under no obligation to excuse class absences related to sickness.  If you are pregnant, work with your instructor to prevent exposure to H1N1. You should utilize the following precautions to prevent H1N1 exposure:  1) Frequent hand washing and carry a bottle of alcohol-based hand sanitizer with you at all times. 2) Cough etiquette (grab your shoulder and cough into your elbow). 3) Place used tissues immediately in the trash, followed by washing your hands. 4) Use CDC-approved disinfectants on shared surfaces such as doorknobs, desks, etc. 4) Stay home if you have a severe respiratory or flu-like illness. If you are concerned you may have H1N1, notify student health. Plan for potential absences and assure you have access to the Internet and Blackboard for assignments.  Regardless of your H1N1 flu status, you MUST complete the requirements of the course to receive a passing grade.

 

ADA Statement:
Students who have documented disabilities that may affect their ability to access information and/or material presented in this course are encouraged to contact the Disability Support Services (DSS) office so that appropriate academic adjustments and accommodations can be provided.

Students who have contacted the DSS office should give me a copy of their Confirmed Eligibility for Academic Adjustments form as soon as possible so that we can discuss how the approved adjustments will be implemented for this class.

Students who have not documented their disabilities and wish to arrange for academic adjustments and accommodations, as well as students who require additional information should contact Disability Support Services in Bouillon Hall, Room 205 or by email at dssrecept@cwu.edu or by telephone at 963-2171.

Course Description

 

CS 101 Computer Basics (4 credits)

Goals:

§  Know the fundamentals of Microsoft Windows XP as applied to this course.

§  Create files using Microsoft Office 2007 (Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint).

§  Develop search skills.

§  Establish a website on the CWU Web server.

§  Use GroupWise e-mail.

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Grading Policy:

Early exams and makeup exams are not given.

Exams

15% more or less

Labs

85% more or less

 

A

93 % or above

C

73 - 76

A-

90 - 92

C-

70 - 72

B+

87 - 89

D+

67 - 69

B

83 - 86

D

63 - 66

B-

80 - 82

D-

60 - 62

C+

77 - 79

F

59 or below

 

 

 

 

 

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Class Policies:

1.   No personal electronic devices are allowed in the classroom or lab except by instructor permission.

2.      Attendance in lecture and lab is mandatory. Taking notes is essential. Missing class is no excuse for late labs, missed exams, or not getting information you need.

3.      Use GroupWise for all emailing.

4.      It is your responsibility to check your grades weekly to ensure accuracy.

5.      Grade questions should be directed to your grader, then to instructor if necessary.

6.      By taking this class student agrees that all work is uniquely your own. Assignments are expected to be done on a good faith basis. This means giving each assignment your best effort. Back to top