Syllabus - ITEC 100 Fall 2006 Sections 19/22
Instructor: Don Braffitt
Office: B46 Davis Hall
E-mail:
dbraffitt@radford.edu
Phone: 540.831.5072 Fax: 540.831.6706
Office hours: Mon 10-11, Tue 11-12, Wed 3-4, Thu 2-3, and by appointment
Course webpage:
http://www.radford.edu/dbraffitt/itec100/2006/fall/
ITEC 100 introduces students to the fundamental concepts in information
technology that provide the technical
foundation for state-of-the-art computer applications. A perspective on
the range of information technology is
presented through lectures and lab assignments. Historical developments
and social implications in information technology form an integral part
of the course. Widely used computer applications, including word
processing, spreadsheets, databases, presentation software, computer
communications, and networking are used to supplement the IT concepts
introduced in the course. Students who have received credit for
INSY 181, CPSC 106, or CPSC 106P may not receive credit for ITEC 100. ITEC 100 qualifies as a
General Education Requirement (3 credit hours) in the Mathematical Sciences.
Course Sections
- ITEC100 19 - Lecture Tue 8-9:50 (124 Whitt); Lab Thu 8-9:50 (222 Whitt); Final Exam Mon 2-3 (222 Whitt)
- ITEC100 22 - Lecture Tue 3:30-5:20 (005 Whitt); Lab Thu 3:30-5:20 (222 Whitt); Final Exam Mon 8-9 (222 Whitt)
Texts & Materials
- Stair, Ralph, and Ken Baldauf. Succeeding with Technology, 2nd Edition. Thomson Course
Technology, 2007
- Shafer, Ann, et al. New Perspectives on Microsoft Office 2003, Premium Edition - First Course.
Thomson Course Technology, 2007
- SAM Assessment and Training 3.1
Goals And Objectives
Having successfully completed the course, the student will be able to:
- Understand the foundation and historical significance of information
technology, including influential leaders in the development of
computers
- Understand how a computer system operates, including the integration of
its hardware, software, and peripheral devices
- Understand binary data representation, including comparison of analog
and digital devices
- Understand the logical sequences of computer programs using multiple
platforms to demonstrate the process
- Understand elementary mathematical and digital concepts for computer
programming
- Understand a network infrastructure, including communication protocols
and internet/intranet architecture
- Recognize and use appropriate application software, specifically
demonstrating skills in document production, spreadsheet creation,
database management, and presentation development
- State a research topic, determine information requirements, and then
locate and retrieve that information from available electronic
resources
- Understand the ethical responsibilities and legal issues surrounding
information technology, its social impact, and future implications
Assignments and Quizzes
Assignments and quizzes will often be delivered via WebCT, but some assignments and quizzes
will be delivered via SAM A&T 3.1.
Students are expected to submit their own
work for all assignments and quizzes by the due date. Students are also expected to
have read the texts. Students are encouraged to take advantage of the instructor's
office hours, peer instructors in the labs, and the online supplementary materials provided
by the textbook publisher.
The assignments and quizzes given throughout the course which will be
worth 55% of the students' grades. Assignments and quizzes will also help prepare
students for exams. Late assignments and quizzes will not be graded.
Exams
There will be two one hour in-lab exams given during the semester in addition to
a one hour in-lab final exam. Students are responsible for the information that
is included in the assigned
readings, lectures, assignments, quizes, and any additional information
discussed in class. The best preparation for exams is to complete
readings, assignments, and quizzes and to participate in class by asking questions
and participating in discussions. All three exams will be administered using
SAM A&T 3.1.
In the case of an emergency, illness, or religious holiday that may cause a student
to miss an exam,
the student must notify the instructor prior to the exam. Students who fail to
notify the instructor prior to the exam will not be allowed to make up the exam.
Assessment
The assessment will be weighted as follows:
- 55% Assignments and Quizzes (average)
- 15% Exam 1 (concepts Chapters 1-4; Word)
- 15% Exam 2 (concepts Chapters 5-8; Excel)
- 15% Final Exam (concepts Chapter 9-12; Access, Powerpoint, and integration of Word, Excel, Access, and Powerpoint)
The assessment will be according to the following scale:
- A = 90% to 100%
- B = 80% to 89%
- C = 70% to 79%
- D = 60% to 69%
- F = 59% and below
During the semester, grades will be provided to students via WebCT. At the end of the semester,
the lowest two assignment grades and the lowest two quiz grades will be
dropped.
Attendance
Class attendance (both lecture and lab) is expected and strongly recommended.
Absences do not relieve students from the responsibility for subject matter missed, for
assignments or quizzes made or discussed, or assignments or quizzes to be turned in.
If you must miss a class, please notify the instructor via email prior to that class.
Class Courtesy Policy
Please set cell phones, pagers, notebook computers to silent during class (lecture and lab). Feel
free to use cell phones and other devices during class breaks. Computers should be used for work
relevant to ITEC 100 during ITEC 100 classes. Please refrain from any activities while in class
that would be disruptive to the class.
Honor Code
By accepting admission to Radford
University, each student makes a commitment to understand, support, and
abide by the University Honor Code without compromise or exception.
Violations of this academic integrity will not be tolerated. Refer to
your Student Handbook for details. Each of these classes will be
conducted in strict observance of the Honor Code.
Students With Disabilities
If students are seeking classroom accommodations under the Americans
with Disabilities Act, they are required to register with the Disability
Resource Office (DRO). The DRO is located on the first floor of Tyler
Hall, phone number 540.831.6350. To receive academic
accommodations for this class, students should obtain the proper DRO
forms and meet with the instructor at the beginning of the semester.
Changes to Course Syllabus or Class Schedule
All changes to either the course syllabus or the class schedule will be announced in class. Students
are responsible for any announced changes even if absent or tardy when the announcements are made.
Tentative Schedule
