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CNIT 100
Introduction to Computers Using PC's

Fall 2008 Sam Bowne

Scores With Final Grades Posted 12-20-08

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78561 661 Lec SAT 9:00 am - 12:00 noon 1800 Oakdale Av  U420

Catalog Description

A computer literacy course using IBM-compatible computers. Prepares students to use computers to write papers, organize information, and use e-mail. Overview of computer components, hardware and software. Fundamentals of the Windows and other operating systems and applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, database, and e-mail and the Internet. Students use computers to complete their class assignments. CSU/UC/CAN CSCI 2



Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
  1. Describe the components of computer systems, such as hardware, software, and data
  2. Classify and use the main components of Windows such as menus, windows, dialog boxes, and icons
  3. Compare graphical interfaces and command line interfaces for controlling a computer system
  4. Compare the types of applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, databases, graphics, email and Internet browsers
  5. Evaluate and select appropriate software for a given task. Understand the limitations of each application.
  6. Correctly use a word processor to produce a formatted document
  7. Correctly use a spreadsheet to organize and perform calculations with data
  8. Correctly use a database to organize and query collections of data
  9. Correctly read and send electronic mail
  10. Correctly use a browser to access the Internet

Textbooks

Custom CCSF bundle from the Ocean Campus bookstore, including these two components:
     1) Technology in Action - custom edition for CCSF - CNIT (green paperback book)
     2) MyITLab with GO! e-book (purple page with access code)


Schedule

DateQuiz & ProjectsTopic
Sat 8-23  Ch 1: Why Computers Matter to You: Becoming Computer Fluent
Sat 8-30 Holiday - No Class
Sat 9-6 Ch 1: Why Computers Matter to You: Becoming Computer Fluent
Fri 9-5 Last Day to Add Classes
Sat 9-13MyITLab Sample Training and Test due  Ch 2: Looking at Computers: Understanding the Parts
Fri 9-12 Last Day to Drop Classes
Sat 9-20PowerPoint Proj 15a & 15b due Ch 2: Looking at Computers: Understanding the Parts
Fri 9-19 Last Day to Request pass/no pass Grading
Sat 9-27PowerPoint Proj 17a & 17b due  Ch 3: Using the Internet: Making the Most of the Web's Resources
Sat 10-4Quiz on Ch 1 &2  
Word Proj 5a & 5b due 		 Ch 3: Using the Internet: Making the Most of the Web's Resources
Sat 10-11Word Proj 6a & 6b due  Ch 4: Application Software: Programs That Let You Work and Play
Sat 10-18Quiz on Ch 3  
Word Proj 7a & 7b due 		 Ch 4: Application Software: Programs That Let You Work and Play
Tue 10-21 Mid-Term Grades Due
Sat 10-25  Ch 5: Using System Software: The Operating System, Utility Programs, and File Management
Sat 11-1    Ch 5: Using System Software: The Operating System, Utility Programs, and File Management
Sat 11-8 Ch 6: Understanding and Assessing Hardware: Evaluating Your System
Fri 11-14 Last Day to Withdraw
Sat 11-15Quiz on Ch 4&5   Ch 6: Understanding and Assessing Hardware: Evaluating Your System
Sat 11-22 Ch 7: Networking and Security
Sat 11-29 Holiday - No Class
Sat 12-6Quiz on Ch 6     Ch 7: Networking and Security
Sat 12-13  Ch 8: Mobile Computing
Sat 12-20  Final Exam: 9 am




Lectures

Policy
Ch 1: Why Computers Matter to You: Becoming Computer Fluent
Ch 2: Looking at Computers: Understanding the Parts
Ch 3: Using the Internet: Making the Most of the Web's Resources
Ch 4: Application Software: Programs That Let You Work and Play
Ch 5: Using System Software: The Operating System, Utility Programs, and File Management
Ch 6: Understanding and Assessing Hardware: Evaluating Your System
Ch 7: Networking and Security: Connecting Computers and Keeping Them Safe from Hackers and Viruses
Ch 8: Mobile Computing: Keeping Your Data on Hand

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Projects

Proj 1: Email
Proj 2: Saving an Image File and Emailing it

MyITLab Setup
Extra Credit PowerPoint Project

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Links


          
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Last Updated: 12-20-08 Noon