Johnson and Wales University/ School of Technology

Instructor:
Ray Merry
114 Royal Park Drive, #1F
Oakland Park, FL 33309
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WebSite: www.raymerry.com (click on students, then TS1000)

Course: TS1000 - Introduction to Computers
Credits: 4.5-quarter hours

COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This course provides students with the basic understanding of computer equipment and procedures that the student will encounter in a work environment. Students gain practical knowledge of computing with hands-on use of word processing and using the Internet.

COURSE OBJECTIVES:
1. Demonstrate by written testing knowledge of computer concepts and terminology with respect to hardware, software, applications, systems, the Internet and World Wide Web.
2. Demonstrate word processing ability by completing lab assignments of tasks that include creating, editing, and formatting of documents using word processing software. 
3. Demonstrate ability using a presentation graphics program by completing lab assignments and lab projects which include such tasks as creating a presentation, editing and formatting text in a presentation, and running a computerized slide show.
4. Demonstrate Internet and World Wide Web knowledge by completing lab assignments that include utilizing a web browser, sending and receiving e-mail, using search engines, and FTP. 
5. Create a written report from topics assigned as research. 
TEXT:
Computing Essentials, TJ O’Leary, Linda I O’Leary, Information Technology 2001-2002, with CD.
LABORATORY TEXT:
Laudon / Rosenblatt Microsoft Word 2000 Brief Edition - McGraw-Hill Companies, Boston, MA 2000
Laudon / Rosenblatt Microsoft PowerPoint 2000 Brief Edition - McGraw-Hill Companies, Boston, MA 2000

YOU NEED TO PROVIDE: 
4 x 3.5" HD diskettes or 1 Zip disk
Headphones (to listen to CD-ROM instructions)

GRADING:
IT Tests 15%
Review & Smart Tests & Quizzes 15%
IT Labs 15%
Word Assignments 20%
PowerPoint Assignments 10%
Participation 10%
Term Paper 15%

LAB ASSIGNMENTS: 
Lab assignments are due one week from the assigned date. Points will be deducted for assignments that are turned in late. A grade of zero will be recorded for those assignments not submitted within one week of the due date.

GROUP PROJECT:
Students will be assigned to groups during the first two weeks of the trimester. Groups are required to create one (1) written report and class presentation on a topic to be assigned by the instructor.

ABSENTEEISM POLICY:
There are three (3) hours of unexcused absences without penalty allowed per trimester. Additional absences may result in a reduction of the final grade or withdrawal from the course with a W. 

OUTCOMES ASSESSMENT:
Johnson & Wales University is committed to the Outcomes Assessment initiative. All faculty and students are, therefore, part of an ongoing study to determine and refine the effectiveness of instruction and learning. Names of individual students will not be used when reporting results. 
Term Paper Requirements - click on this link for more information.

Assignments
Discussion/presentations on certain chapters in groups requires you read chapters BEFORE class. Other exercises as assigned.

Extra Credit 
On occasion you may be offered the opportunity to fulfill an extra or alternative credit assignment. 

Group Project
Will be given in class and full details posted here as soon as it is given. This project is usually requires you to design a Web page.