CIS 110 YO2 & CIS110 YO3
Computer Information Systems for Management (3 Credits)
Course Overview
Marie Hartlein, CNE/CNI

COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course introduces non-computer science majors to the fundamentals of computer hardware, software, and their integration into management information systems.  Software covered in this course will include Microsoft Office 2007 (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint) and Windows.  Additional topics include types of computers and their uses, the evaluation of computer hardware, using the Internet, networking, software integration and miscellaneous computer related topics.

Training will consist of on-line lectures/demonstrations, group discussions, step-by-step lab exercises from the textbook, weekly homework projects and the completion of student projects.   A significant amount of self-study will be required in this course.

LEARNING GOALS

1. To provide students with an understanding of the fundamentals of computer hardware and software as used in organizations and by individuals.
2. To provide students with experience using Windows, Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and the Internet to solve business related problems.
3. To provide students with an introduction to the concerns and issues surrounding the use of computers and management information systems, including ethical concerns.
4. To identify the resources of a computer system including hardware, software, data, personnel, and support.
5. To understand the functions of computer information systems and the equipment required for data input, processing, output, storage and management reporting.
6. To recognize the need to coordinate managerial, financial, personnel, and equipment resources to produce effective information management.

OFFICE HOURS & COMMUNICATIONS
My office is on the second floor of the Advanced Technology Center – ATC 208
Telephone:     215-641-6315
e-mail: mhartlein@mc3.edu

Office Hours on campus:

Monday	9:10 a.m. – 10:10 a.m.
Wednesday	9:10 a.m – 10:10 a.m. 12:05-1:05 p.m.

Other times and days by appointment.   Discussion group and e-mail are available 24 hours per day.   I normally check e-mail at least one time per day Monday through Friday.     If you want to speak with me in person, it is best to call my office during one of the times listed above or leave a voicemail and I will return the call.

TEXTBOOKS
Please purchase this textbook at MCCC bookstore to assure that you have all required components. The textbook will be sold as a bundle which includes two textbooks (Office and Concepts) and SNAP training and assessment software. You MUST have the SNAP software to complete the course, therefore, I strongly recommend purchasing the textbook as ‘new’ from the MCCC textbook.

Textbooks and Materials	ISBN for Bundle
Textbook Bundle, includes: · ‘Microsoft Office 2007’, Marquee Series - textbook · ‘Understanding Computer Technology,3^rd edition’ – Introductory series - textbook · Access code for SNAP online Software Publisher: Paradigm Publishing/EMC	978-0-76382-799-1

SOFTWARE and DATA FILES
In order to successfully complete the course, you MUST have access to Office 2007 software. The Windows component of the course can be completed using Windows 98/NT/ME/XP or 2000. The textbook uses Internet Explorer 7.0, but there are just a few options that are new. You will be fine with any version of the browser. The textbook is written for the XP Operating System and prior. If you have Vista, you will notice a few minor differences between the textbook and your system. You will still be fine with completing the course material with Vista as long as you are willing to make minor adjustments.

If you do not have access to the above software, you can use the MCCC network on the Central or West campus to complete your assignments.     Refer to the 'Frequently Asked Questions' document for information on purchasing discounted software and getting a free copy of Access 2007 through the MSDN program.

Data files used in this textbook must be downloaded via the Internet.    Instructions for installing these data files on your PC will be included as a lecture topic under Week 2 or you can just go to the publisher web site and get the material.

Lastly, you will need SNAP training and assessment software which will be included in your textbook bundle.

MEETING TIMES / LOCATIONS
None.   All work will be completed at your convenience and submitted to me via the Assignments tab or e-mail by the due date.    Please check discussion board postings early each week and respond by the following Monday.  There will be a midterm and final exam which will be administered at the Central campus.  You will be able to take this exam any time the testing center is open during the scheduled test dates.   Administrative details will be posted on the week preceding the exam.

GRADING:

	% of Total Grade
Midterm Exam (Central campus) Final Exam (Take home) Lab Exercises / Homework / Quizzes         Participation in Discussion Group	20% 20% 50% 10%

Final grades are calculated as follows:
    94-100 = A       90-93 = A- 87-89 = B+ 84-86 = B 80-83 = B- 77-79 = C+     70-76 = C 60-69=D      Under 60=F

WEEKLY ASSIGNMENTS:
Every student must complete the assignments posted each week on the Course Documents section.   Assignments are posted on Monday and are due at midnight on the date specified (generally 1-2 weeks).  Each lab is graded on a scale of 1-10 and will be submitted as specified (normally via the assignments link).    Lab work, assignments and quizzes must be submitted on time to receive full credit.     I understand that things in life happen - illness, computer problems, e-mail issues, you forgot etc.    Therefore, I will leave assignment links open for one week past the due date. If you submit an assignment past the due date, expect 1) a 2 point grade reduction and 2) a substantial grading delay. I go back and grade late assignments as time permits so it may be several weeks later.   After an assignment is one week past the due date, the link to submit the assignment will be removed and the assignment can no longer be submitted for a grade.

Midterm and final exams must be taken during the dates posted or you will receive a 0 for the exam.    If you can’t take the exam during the scheduled period, you must contact me at least one week before the exam to discuss alternate arrangements.    I reserve the right to make the final decision as to whether or not the exam will be rescheduled.     I recommend that you plan to take the exam early in the testing timeframe so you can reschedule in case you have a problem. The midterm exam must be taken at the Testing Center at Central campus. The Final exam is a project.

Plan to spend a lot of time at a computer working on your assignments. It is a fact of life: Assignments are due when computers break down. Plan accordingly!  Don't wait until the last minute to get your work done.

DISCUSSION GROUP/FORUMS:
Every student must participate in our Help Forum and other discussions as posted.   This will be a place to share discoveries, ask questions, answer questions, clarify ideas and post required assignments.   Classroom discussions are accessed by selecting the Discussion Board tab.

The discussion forum is worth 10% of your grade.    To get full credit for this portion of the grade, you must respond to all required discussions and have at least 7 significant postings in the Help Forum.    You can either be 'requesting help' or 'answering' another student's question to get credit.  If you know everything but never participate in the discussion forum, your grade for the discussion group will be zero.   This could reduce a final grade an A to a B!

WITHDRAWEL POLICY:
Students can withdraw without signature up until the middle of the course. I will continue to grant withdrawal requests up until April 15^th. This will give you plenty of time to evaluate your course status and decide if you want to stay in the course. If you do not withdraw by April 15th, you will receive a final grade for the course.

STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES:
Students with disabilities may be eligible for accommodations in this course.  Please contact the Director of Services for Students with Disabilities in the Disability Services Center, College Hall 131, (215) 641-6575 or 6574, for more information.  At the West Campus, contact the Coordinator of Disability Services in the Student Development Center at (610) 718-1853.

OTHER:
All students are expected to adhere to the Student Academic Code of Ethics and the Student Code of Conduct as published on the MCCC web site. Essentially, you must complete and submit your own work, treat each other with respect and not re-use work from a previous class without permission If you share your homework with another student, you are equally guilty of plagiarism.

CIS110 YO2 & YO3 PROPOSED SCHEDULE (subject to changes) Spring 2009

Week Starting	Class Topic / Reading	Assignment Overview
1 1/21	Class Overview, Setup and Orientation CONCEPTS: Our Digital World OFFICE: Information Technology Essentials	· Read all information posted under Course Information Area in Blackboard · Complete all Assignments Posted under Week 1 in Course Documents Area Each week will have a corresponding Assignments page. The syllabus will give you an overview of the topic and corresponding textbook reading, but you need to check the corresponding ‘Assignments’ page each week for additional detail on the assignments and due dates. Each week should start with reading the assigned textbook chapter and printing the Assignments page for more detail on work to be completed for the week. This assignment printout will serve as a checklist of what should be completed during the week.
2 1/26	OFFICE: Internet Explorer OFFICE: Windows XP – Sections 1-2 CONCEPTS: System Software	· Complete textbook reading and all ‘Assignments’ Posted under Week 2 in Course Documents Area Reminder: Start checking the Help Forum at least two times per week. Post your questions in this forum and answer questions from classmates.
3 2/2	OFFICE: Word 2007 – Sections 1-2 CONCEPTS: Input and Processing	· Complete textbook reading and all ‘Assignments’ Posted under Week 3 in Course Documents Area.
4 2/9	OFFICE: Word 2007 – Sections 3-4 CONCEPTS: Output and Storage	· Complete textbook reading and all ‘Assignments’ Posted under Week 4 in Course Documents Area
5 2/16	OFFICE: PowerPoint 2007 – Sections 1-3	· Complete textbook reading and all ‘Assignments’ Posted under Week 5 in Course Documents Area
6 2/23	OFFICE: Access 2007 – Section 1 CONCEPTS: Databases and Information Management	· Complete textbook reading and all ‘Assignments’ Posted under Week 6 in Course Documents Area
7 3/2	OFFICE: Access 2007 – Section 2	· Complete textbook reading and all ‘Assignments’ Posted under Week 7 in Course Documents Area
8 3/9	OFFICE: Access 2007 – Section 3 CONCEPTS: Applications Software	· Complete textbook reading and all ‘Assignments’ Posted under Week 8 in Course Documents Area
	Spring Break ! 3/16 – 3/22
9 3/23	OFFICE: Access 2007 – Section 4	· Schedule the midterm exam at the Central Campus Testing Center · Complete textbook reading and all ‘Assignments’ Posted under Week 10 in Course Documents Area
10 3/29-4/4	Midterm Exam	· Take the midterm exam at Central Campus
11 4/6	OFFICE: Excel 2007 – Sections 1-2	· Complete textbook reading and all ‘Assignments’ Posted under Week 11 in Course Documents Area
12 4/13	OFFICE: Excel 2007 – Sections 3-4	· Complete textbook reading and all ‘Assignments’ Posted under Week 12 in Course Documents Area
13 4/20	OFFICE: Integrating Word and Excel CONCEPTS: Telecommunications and Networks	· Complete textbook reading and all ‘Assignments’ Posted under Week 13 in Course Documents Area
14 4/27	OFFICE: Integrating Word, Excel and Access CONCEPTS: The Internet and the World Wide Web	· Complete textbook reading and all ‘Assignments’ Posted under Week 14 in Course Documents Area
15 5/4	OFFICE: Integrating Word, Excel and PowerPoint CONCEPTS: Computer Ethics	· Complete textbook reading and all ‘Assignments’ Posted under Week 15 in Course Documents Area
Final Exam	Final project must be completed and submitted by midnight on 5/10

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