Module 1: Labs & Concepts
(Addendum to Assignment Schedule)

Semester:  Fall 2005

NOTE:  This is a tentative schedule and may be CHANGED at instructor's discretion.
Module 1 includes and overview of CIS105, Chapters 1-3, 8, and 11 in your Computers: Tools for an Information Age (COMP) and the following sections of your Essentials 2003 Lab (ESS) book: Windows, Getting Started With Microsoft Windows XP, Getting Started with Microsoft Internet Explorer, and Word.  Check your Weekly Assignment Schedule for due dates and point structure.  You will also be setting up your Train & Assess It Training/Testing access and completing a tutorial within it.  You will be using Microsoft Office software to complete most of your assignments.  (You can also use Wordpad or Notepad to answer concepts questions.) You should be able to find them through clicking on the Start button on the task bar, then selecting Programs.
 
Keys for Success
  • Important: Although you are not required to "submit" all of the end of chapter exercises in your concepts book, it is important that you work through them to ensure you understand the information presented. You will see some of these questions again later in your tests -- so it can be used as a study guide.
  • The assignments you will be submitting were selected to reinforce the application of the concepts which are covered within the text. Be sure to review the Writing Guidelines (found in WebCT) to ensure you receive all possible points. You must include at least one outside resource for each written assignment.
  • Don't forget to read information in the boxes found in the margins throughout the pages of your concepts  book. Specifically read the Focus on Ethics and Getting Practical information.
  • Use your course schedule to keep track of due dates. You are responsible for meeting timelines. Late assignments are subject to point deductions. Don't procrastinate!

Course Expectations Assignment (Due Week 2)

Complete Your Course Expectations assignment. Follow the instructions on the assignment.  It is due in Week 2 and will be submitted in the Course Expectations Dropbox in WebCT.
 

 30 pts

COMP:  Chapters 1-3, 8 and 11, OS Matrix, Computer Purchase
Complete and Submit as Indicated: (Due Week 4)

COMP=Computers: Tools for an Information Age 
PI = Planet Internet (located at the end of each COMP chapter)

Answer the questions (you can use Word, Wordpad, or Notepad to answer) ( Note:  You should use one document to answer all of your questions except the Operating Systems Matrix Project).

Read Chapter 1 -Computer: Tools and Planet Internet - What Is It All About? . Answer Critical Thinking #4 (pg 1.25) (Use a valid online resource and cite it within your answer.)
5 pts

Read Chapter 2 -Application Software and Planet Internet - Jumping Off Points. Pay particular attention to Ethics and Application Software section (pp.2-48 - 2-50). Answer Critical Thinking #3 and #5 (pg 2-54). (Use a valid online resource and cite it within your answer.)

If you haven't done so yet, check out the textbook site: http://www.prenhall.com/capron

10 pts
Chapter 3: Complete the Operating System Matrix Project. This should be a separate file named: Yourlastname_Matrix. Note: Do not submit your dropbox until both this file and your Your LastName_Mod1 files are uploaded.
30 pts

Read Chapter 8 -Internet: Home/Workplace.(Planet Internet - Let's Chat is optional.)
Answer Critical Thinking #2 (pg 8-250) 
5 pts
Read Chapter 11 -Word Processing/Desktop Publishing. There is nothing to submit for this chapter. Information in this chapter will help you with your LAB-Word. You will need to know the concepts and terminology from this chapter.
Submitting Your  COMP Assignments:
Save the file as YourLastName_Mod1 (i.e. Smith_Mod1). Upload to the Dropbox (do not send through email). Note: Do not submit your dropbox until both this file and your MATRIX_yourlastname file are uploaded. Then submit the files. (Instructions for using the Dropbox can be found in the Course Info section in WebCT.)
COMP Total: 50

ESS: Essentials Office 2003 Labs (Due Week 4)

ESS-LAB-Win-Web-Word
(See assignment for detailed instructions)

 LAB
105 pts
*Note: Not all End of Chapter (EOC) sections will be submitted. However it is highly recommended that you do all exercises within these sections in order to prepare for your test.
  • Schedule is subject to change. Assignments, homework, lectures, etc. may vary depending upon the class, at the discretion of the instructor.
  • Attendance is vital to your success in this class!
  • LATE DEDUCTIONS: (10% each day late; will not be accepted more than one week late).

Rev: August 15, 2005