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LEWIS AND CLARK COMMUNITY COLLEGE

CIS 135 - COMPUTER LITERACY
A. INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION

Mr. Steve Banjavcic Office: TR 233

Phone: (618) 468-4622
E-Mail: steveban@lc.edu
Web Page: http://notes1.lc.edu/steveban.nsf
B. COURSE DESCRIPTION

1. CIS 135 - COMPUTER LITERACY

2. Prerequisite: None
3. Catalog Description: Acquaints students with, and trains them in the use of, business
computer packages, including word processing, database
management, spreadsheet, presentation software and Internet access
methods. Operating systems such as DOS, OS/2, Windows, and
UNIX are reviewed. Information presented covers the concepts of
computer information management systems.
4. Credit: 3 semester hours
5. Four hours per week - two lecture & two lab

C. OBJECTIVES

Upon completion of the course the student will be able to

1. Identify the meaning and function of information system components in a business or

personal computer system.
2. Describe the process required for the selection of microcomputer hardware and
software.
3. Demonstrate knowledge of application software packages by completion of hands-on
projects and both written and hands-on examinations.
4. Demonstrate a basic knowledge of operating systems by completion of exercises and
written exams.
D. INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS
Text: Applications:
GO! with Microsoft Office 2007 Introductory, Authors: Gaskin, Ferrett, Vargas,
Marks, PUB: Pearson/Prentice Hall. CUSTOM THIRD EDITION
Removable Data Storage Device: Memory stick (USB Mass Storage Device).
E. AVAILABLE LRC RESOURCES

Students may need to spend additional time, outside of class, working on an IBM compatible
computer in order to complete assignments. Our main computer lab is available on campus in
the Trimpe Building, Room TR 250. See open lab hours posted at the lab room door. Computer
labs are also available at the LCCC Continuing Education Centers (CECs) and in other locations
around campus. If you choose to use any of the labs other than our main lab in Trimpe make
sure to call ahead for open lab hours and availability and to insure that they have the software
that you require.

F. METHODS OF INSTRUCTION

1. Lecture
2. Demonstration
3. Visual Aids
4. Hands-on computer use

G. EVALUATION OF STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT

Workplace Skills - 5% of total grade

Because certain skills and working habits are desirable in all working environments, part of
your grade will be associated with demonstration of the following attributes: attendance,
punctuality, dependability and neatness of work.

Computer Concepts Exams and Homework - 17.5% of total grade

The computer concepts exams and homework will test your knowledge of computer
terminology and functionality. The questions will be true/false, multiple choice, and matching.
If you miss an exam, you are required to inform the instructor on, or before, the day of the exam
to arrange for a time to make it up. Missed exams must be made up within one week of the
scheduled exam day. You are only allowed one make up exam.

Computer Projects - 12.5% of total grade

A large part of the class time will be spent working on application software. Any assignments
that are not completed during class time should be finished at home or in the labs during open
lab times. The computer lab work will include projects from the textbook covering windows,
word processing, presentation software, electronic spreadsheets, and database software.
Completion of the work in a satisfactory manner will be recorded and used for the grade for this
section. Completion will be judged on the amount of work completed and the quality of the
work. If you are not present on the day that a project is due, you are still responsible for
seeing that the project is handed in on time.

NOTE: A large part of your grade will be determined by your

ability to perform the skills you are going to learn in each application.
Your ability to perform these skills will be directly related to the amount
of practice you have in each application. The projects are designed to help
you get this practice. That is why it is important to complete all
assignments.
 Hands-on Application Software Exams - 50% of total grade

A hands-on exam will be given upon the completion of each of the application software units.
(Windows, Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint). The exams will consist of short problems to
be completed on the computer. One day is reserved at the end of the semester for ALL makeup
exams. If you miss more than one exam it will be very difficult to complete the make-up
assignments in the time allotted.

Written Application Software Exams - 10% of total grade

A comprehensive written exam will be given that covers the terminology of the WindowsXP
operating and the four application packages we will study. Questions will be true/false, multiple
choice, and matching. This exam must be taken during the class time in which it is scheduled.
There will be NO make-up exam given.

The scale used for all graded materials and the final grade is as follows:

A At least 92%
B At least 84%
C At least 72%
D At least 62%
F Below 62%

If, due to unknown classroom delays or interruptions, the total number of expected assignments
is not assigned during the semester, the percentage of work completed in each grading area, as it
applies to the total number of points actually assigned, will govern the calculation of the total
grade.

H. ATTENDANCE POLICY

Students are expected to attend all class sessions and to arrive to class on time. Attendance will
be taken each day.

If you must miss a class session, you will still be held accountable for any assignments covered
during the absence. The hands-on work on application software packages must be made up
before you return to class if you are going to understand that day’s instructions. Please call the
instructor whenever you miss class, or become acquainted with another student in class from
whom you can get assignments.

The attendance policy for this CIS class is

 A student will receive a failing grade if he/she has missed a total of three weeks of class.
 I. ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT

If you need an accommodation based on the impact of a disability, please inform me as soon as
possible. An appointment will be arranged where we will discuss the course format, anticipate your
needs and explore potential accommodations. I rely on Mary Hough, Special Learning Needs
Counselor, for assistance in verifying the need for accommodations and accommodation strategies. If
you have not previously contacted her, I encourage you to do so at 468-4126 or 468-4121.

J. COURSE CONTENT

Computer Concepts unit

Concepts Homework
You will be assigned one or two large reading / homework evaluations that you will
turn in on the due date.
There will be a number of smaller exercises to help you learn the terminology and
concepts.
Concepts Exam
There will be one or more exams covering the computer concepts that you will learn.
Applications Skills using Windows XP and Microsoft Office 2007

Windows 2007
Word 2007
PowerPoint 2007
Excel 2007
Access 2007