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CNIT 100
Introduction to Computers Using PC's

Spring 2010 Mercy (Miao-Chuan) Ho

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39465 Sec 011 Lec Friday 9:00 am - 12:00 noon 50 Phelan Ave Cloud Hall 203

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

Required (Textbook & MyITLAB Access Kit) CCSF package:

  1. Textbook: Technology in Action, Introductory, Custom CCSF 6th edition; Evans, Martin & Poatsy, Prentice Hall. 
  2. Custom Software License: MyITLAB Student Access Kit (with e-Book of GO! Microsoft Office 2007), Prentice Hall

You can ONLY purchase them together from the CCSF bookstore  on the Phelan campus (the package has ISBN 0558244025), at a special reduced rate for $96.  This package will be available at the start of Fall semester.  Note it is a new book, different than Spring 2009.

If you already have the textbook, you can buy a standalone myitlab starting August 1 from Pearson by using this link http://www.pearsoncustom.com/ca/ccsf_gaskin for $68.

Policy

 


Schedule

Date MyITLab Projects Lecture Topic & Quiz
Fri 1/22 Set up computer for MyITLab; homework - Proj 1A(Windows XP Chapter 1) & File management or customizing Windows Vista if you have Vista at home The first day of the class: Syllabus, Policy, Buying books & Add/Drop
Fri 1/29 Proj 5A Ch 1: Why Computers Matter to You: Becoming Computer Fluent  
Fri 2/5 Proj 5B Quiz on Ch 1
Fri 2/5 Last Day to Add Classes
Fri 2/11 Last Day to Drop Classes
2/12-2/15 Holiday
Fri 2/19  Proj 6A Ch 2: Looking at Computers: Understanding the Parts
Fri 2/22 Last Day to Request pass/no pass Grading
Fri 2/26 Proj 6B
 Quiz on Ch 2
Fri 3/5 Proj 9A Ch 3: Using the Internet: Making the Most of the Web's Resources(p96-120)
Fri 3/12 Proj 9B Ch 3: Using the Internet: Making the Most of the Web's Resources(p120-135)
Fri 3/19 Proj 10A

Quiz on Ch 3
3/26-4/4 Spring Break  
Fri 4/9

Proj 10B; Midterm grades is avaible on WebSTARS

Ch 4: Application Software: Programs That Let You Work and Play
Fri 4/16  Proj 12A Quiz on Ch 4  
Fri 4/23 Proj 12B Ch 5: Using System Software: The Operating System, Utility Programs and File Management
Fri 4/23

 Last Day to Withdraw
Fri 4/30

Proj 17A; Give out: "Hands-on skill on hardware and software" & "Final project"

Quiz on Ch 5
Fri 5/7

Proj 17B

 Lecture: Hands-on skill on hardware and software
Fri 5/14 Test on: "Hands-on skill on hardware and software"  
Fri 5/21 10:00 Final project is due  
Sat 5/22 Posting Final grades under "Notes"  
     
 




Lectures

Powerpoint Downloads:

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

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Notes

Friday MyITLab Setup

 

 

 


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Links

CCSF Student Discount Software

AVG anti-virus 8.0
Mozila Firefox 3.0.3           

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Last Updated: 1/19/10