Module 4: Labs & Concepts
(Addendum to Assignment Schedule)

Semester:  Fall 2005

NOTE:  This is a tentative schedule and may be CHANGED at instructor's discretion.
Module 4 includes Chapters 14-16, A1, and Robotics (appendices) in your Computers: Tools for an Information Age (COMP), a Visual Basic LAB,  and the PowerPoint  section of your Essentials 2003 Lab (ESS) book. You will also completing a PowerPoint Project which you will present to your class and submit the files online.  Check your Weekly Assignment Schedule for due dates and point structure.  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.
  • Don't forget to read information in the boxes found in the margins throughout the pages of your lab 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!

COMP:  Chapters 14-16, AI, and Robotics
Complete and Submit as Indicated:

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) (You should be able to find them through clicking on the Start button on the task bar, then selecting Programs.) 

Read Chapter 14 -SDLC (System Development Life Cycle) (Planet Internet - Career So Near .)
Be sure to review this chapter carefully. It is the main focus of your next test.

  1. Answer Critical Thinking #3 (pg 14-437). (Use a valid online resource and cite it within your answers.)
  2. Answer the following: Go to MCC's Career Services Site. What career-related services are available? Write a review for a  classmate/friend.
10 pts

Read Chapter 15 -Programming and Languages (Planet Internet - Little Languages and the Web is optional.) . Pay particular attention to Visual Basic section ( pg 15-457) and the creation of pseudocode and flow charts. Be prepared to discuss in class. Write psuedocode AND a flow chart for the Lab-VB assignment 10 pts each)

20 pts
Read Chapter 16 -MIS, specifically the Focus on Ethics section (pg 16-487) ( Planet Internet - Research and Resources is optional, but helpful).
Read Appendix-AI and Robotics sections (pp 507-515). Be prepared to discuss in class.
Submitting Your Assignment:
Save the file as YourLastName_Mod4 (i.e. Smith_Mod4). Upload to the Dropbox (do not send through email), then submit the file. (Instructions for using the Dropbox can be found in the Course Info section in WebCT.)		 Total: 30

ESS-LAB-PowerPoint
(See assignment for detailed instructions)

 50 pts

PROJ-PowerPoint
(See assignment for detailed instructions)

 75 pts

LAB-VB
(See assignment for detailed instructions)

 75 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 16, 2005