1. Introduction to information technology
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Introduction to information technology
CSCI-1305
North Greenville University

2. Welcome to the course
The information in this presentation is given during the first day of class. If you did not attend the first day of class, or if you are in an online class, this presentation is for you! In the traditional classes, seats may be assigned and you take the same seat for each class. In online classes, your attendance equates to submitting projects before the due-dates. Whether you are in one of the traditional classes or in an online class, we’re glad you are here and look forward to working with you throughout the semester.
Welcome to Introduction to Information Technology at North Greenville University. The information in this presentation is given during the first day of class. If you did not attend the first day of class, or if you are in an online class, this presentation is for you! In the traditional classes, seats may be assigned and attendance is taken each day. In online classes, your attendance equates to submitting projects before the due-dates. Whether you are in one of the traditional classes or in an online class, we’re glad you are here and look forward to working with you throughout the semester.

3. What to expect from class
Each day you can expect to see announcements on the board as you arrive
Follow the instructions on the board to prepare for the class
Class will start with a brief devotional
Your instructor will make announcements and give instructions
Time will be allowed to work on projects
You are dismissed when your instructor makes the final announcements and states that the class is dismissed
You might wonder what you are getting into and what to expect from class. In the traditional classes, you may see announcements on the board as you arrive. If so, follow the instructions to prepare for the class. Class will start with a brief devotional. Your instructor will make announcements and give explain the days work. You will have time to work on projects and assignments during class. Class will be dismissed when your instructor makes the final announcements and states that the class is dismissed. If you are in an online class, you will follow instructions from your Bb account and will find all the same resources as presented in the traditional classes.

4. What Is this Course all about?
Computer Concepts Hardware, software, networking, Internet
So just what is this course is all about. We will study computers concepts that include hardware, software, networking, and the Internet. Your Microsoft Office skills will be taken to a higher level of proficiency as we work through Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint.

5. Two Web sites you need to know
ngu.blackboard.com
(Do not type
sam.cengage.com
(Do not type
There are two websites you will use frequently. Your NGU Blackboard account and the SAM Cengage account your will subscribe to. We’ve worked very hard to provide the resources you need in convenient forms. I believe you will enjoy the organization of your course and the eBook, online trainings, Blackboard instruction and the SAM account.

6. ngu.blackboard.com (no www.)
Links
The Bb account is “where to go to stay in the know!” You’ll find all instructions and due dates clearly defined and laid out in the order in which you should complete them. Links on the left side will take you to deeper information and allow you to read directions for accomplishing your tasks. Bb will serve as your road map to get you through the course.

7. Course Content
The course content will be found in the second section of links. Units of study include Computer Concepts, Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint.

8. Where to go to stay in the know?
ngu.blackboard.com
Due-Dates
Where to go to stay in the know?
When you click on a unit of study, due-dates will be identified.

9. Where to go to stay in the know?
ngu.blackboard.com
Where to go to stay in the know?
When you click on the due-date, you’ll see the specific assignments described. Click the links under “Table of Contents” to expand or collapse the assignment areas.

10. sam.cengage.com
SAM stands for Skills Assessment Manager. You will purchase the key code and set up an account where you will work on projects, go through training, and take exams. Be sure you only purchase the specified ISBN numbers you will find in Bb under the Syllabus and Materials link. There are variations of the SAM account and if you purchase the wrong one you may not have access to all the components and cannot complete the course.

11. SAM Activity List
Once your SAM account is set up, you will sign-in and find an Activity List displaying the assignments and due dates. Clicking on the name of an assignment will take you to an area with instructions for getting started with tasks.

12. This is a good time for me to mention that due-dates are strict
This is a good time for me to mention that due-dates are strict. You will find due-dates listed in Bb and in the SAM account. If you let a due-date get by without submitting the assignment, the assignment becomes unavailable from the activity list and you are scored a zero on the assignment.

13. You’ll enjoy having an up-to-the minute gradebook in the SAM account
You’ll enjoy having an up-to-the minute gradebook in the SAM account. As soon as you submit a project, you should go to the gradebook to see your score. The reports tab will give you a detailed report for every project, and will even prepare a customized study guide based on the tasks you missed.

14. Your learning projects come from the sam.cengage.com web site
Follow directions carefully!
Check off each step
Do NOT copy from another student’s SAM account
Do NOT submit another student’s SAM project
You will start some projects in class and some projects you will complete as homework assignments. You MUST submit all projects by the due date.
After the project due date, the project becomes unavailable in the SAM account and your score will be zero for any projects not submitted.
As a review, always go to Bb for the details and instructions for the course. Learning projects come from the SAM.cengage.com web site. Blackboard will provide detailed teaching instructions for each project assignment.

15. Mac or PC?
The software and course was originally created to use with PC’s
Revisions have been made to allow MAC users ease of use with the system
Mac users will need to remember there are differences
We have resources available to help you
I should mention that the SAM account was originally designed for use with PC computers. Many of you have MAC computers, and for that reason, revisions have been made to allow MAC users ease of use with the system. The “Detailed Teaching Instructions” and the SAM scoring engine have been modified for MAC users. However, you will encounter some differences. If you have issues, we will advise you to use the campus PC computers.

16. Computer Lab Locations
Crain Science Building Room 229
Foster Education Building Room 4A
Crain Science Building Room 111 (Downstairs)
Library
If you do need a computer on campus, you can find computers for student use in the Crain Science Building computer lab 229, the Foster Education Building room 4A, the Crain Science Building Room 111, or the library.

17. Just a few reminders . . .
Take your assigned seat when you come to class
Read the board at the beginning of each class for instructions to prepare for class
If you miss over the allowed number of classes or assignments, you will XF out of the class
It is important to complete all assignments
Due Dates are strictly enforced
Just a few reminders. If you are in a traditional class, take your assigned seat when you come to class. Read the board at the beginning of each class for instructions to prepare for class. Don’t miss over the allowed number of classes or assignments or you could XF out of the class. Complete and submit all assignments before the due-dates, as due-dates are strictly enforced. Once a due-date rolls by, the assignment becomes unavailable and you are scored a zero. Online students will find all necessary information in the Bb and SAM account and should remember that submitting assignments equates to attendance.

18. Where to go to stay in the know?
ngu.blackboard.com
So where do you go to stay in the know? Why, Blackboard of course.

19. Is the Syllabus Important?
YES!
The syllabus in an important document.

20. Download and Read the Syllabus!
One of your first assignments is to download the syllabus and READ it!
Print the syllabus to have it available to refer to during the semester
You are to download and read the syllabus. Print the syllabus to have available to refer to during the semester.

21. Course Purpose and Description
Computer Science Introduction to Information Technology (CSCI 1305) is a course providing the student with hands-on experience related to basic computer concepts and current business software. The purpose of the course is to equip students with computer-based skills for continuing their educational and career experiences.
Prerequisite: Basic knowledge of and experience in the operation of a computer, using the Internet, and word processing.
The Introduction to Information Technology is a required general education course. We will equip you with computer-based skills that will be useful for continuing your educational and career experiences. You’ll be surprised how much you will learn.

22. Required Materials
You are required to purchase a SAM license card for use in setting up an online account where the materials will be delivered. It is critical that you only purchase the exact ISBN number provided for the course. The license card may be purchased from the NGU bookstore, or you may order the materials from other sources.
SAM stands for Skills Assessment Manager. The electronic on-line account you set up after purchasing your license gives you activities to help you succeed in mastering Computer Concepts and Microsoft Office skills. Using your SAM licensed account, you will complete and submit on-line projects, train for exams, and take assessment exams. Students must follow all instructor guidelines for registration of the SAM account.
Do not purchase any ISBN number other than the number listed in this document. There are several variations of the SAM account. You need the account that provides Assessments, Training, and Projects. If you purchase another account because of a lower cost, you may be purchasing an account that only provides one component of the necessary materials. Do not purchase a previously used card. Only a new card will allow the student to set up an account in their name with our institution.
The SAM access license will allow you to set up an on-line SAM account where you will complete assignments. You will be purchasing an electronic key code used to set-up your personal SAM account. The SAM2013 licensed account is compatible with Microsoft Office 2013, or Microsoft 365, or Microsoft
The syllabus and Bb will give you the information you need for purchasing the SAM account. Again, be absolutely certain you only purchase the ISBN numbers shown. Any other ISBN number will not be the correct account.

23. Course Grading Matrix Exam Scores 40% Exam Training 20%
Grades are determined on a 10-point scale
Exam Training
20%
Computer Concepts Training and Projects
Microsoft Word Training and Projects A
90-100
Microsoft Excel Training and Projects B
80-89
Microsoft Access Training and Projects C
70-79
Microsoft PowerPoint Training and Projects D
60-69
Total
100% F
<60
For your grade, we work on a 10 point scale is an A. We do not round up, so work hard from the beginning of the semester to be sure you are above the 90 mark if you desire to earn an A. Exam scores count 40% of your final grade, exam training counts 20%, and all other assignments count 40%.
Scores are not rounded up. Your score must be 90 or above to earn an A. Don’t miss any assignments to keep your scores high.

24. Course Outline Intro to Course and Computer Concepts Unit 1
Microsoft Word
Unit 2
Microsoft Excel
Unit 3
Microsoft Access
Unit 4
Microsoft PowerPoint
Unit 5
Review and Final
Unit 6
We will go through six units of study that include Computer Concepts, Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint.

25. Attendance Policy
Class attendance is mandatory not an option. You are only allowed to miss class the number of times your class meets in 1.5 weeks. Excessive absences will result in an XF for the course.
When other school activities or events require your attendance and you miss class, you remain responsible for getting your assignments in BEFORE the due dates. Plan ahead and keep your grades high by submitting all assignments. 
If another SCHOOL activity causes you to miss an exam, you MUST make arrangements to reschedule the exam BEFORE the absence.
As I mentioned before, traditional classes require that you attend class. You are only allowed to miss class the number of times your class meets in 1.5 weeks. Excessive absences will result in an XF for the course. For online students submission of assignments will equate to attendance.
All exams must be taken to pass the course. In traditional and online courses, not submitting more than 10 assignments can result in an XF for the semester.
When other school activities or events require your attendance and you miss class, you remain responsible for getting your assignments in BEFORE the due dates. Plan ahead and keep your grades high by submitting all assignments. 
If another SCHOOL activity causes you to miss an exam, you MUST make arrangements to reschedule the exam BEFORE the absence.

26. Due Date Policy
Every student is required to participate in class and complete assignments as instructed. It is the responsibility of the student to know what assignments are due and to submit assignments on time. Due dates for assignments are strictly enforced. Assignments become unavailable after the due date and students receive a score of ZERO for un-submitted assignments.
Failure to submit 10 or more assignments could result in an XF for the course.
Every student is required to participate in class and complete assignments as instructed. It is the responsibility of the student to know what assignments are due and to submit assignments on time. Due dates for assignments are strictly enforced. Assignments become unavailable after the due date and students receive a score of ZERO for un-submitted assignments.

27. Cheating Policy
Plagiarism and Cheating – Guidelines in the university catalog and handbook will be followed. Copying another student’s work and submitting it as your own is plagiarism and considered cheating. Consequences of cheating and plagiarism will result in an “F” for the course and possible expulsion from NGU.
As a student of information technologies, you should know that embedded document properties are in placed throughout the documents you access through your SAM account. The encrypted code allows for tracking document author, dates, and other incriminating information if a student uses another student's work. Any attempt to cheat in any manner will result in severe consequences.
Cheating is not tolerated in the course, and you must understand the SAM account tracks where projects originate and who submits them. You will see your name and other identification in the projects files, but you don’t see encrypted information embedded in the files. Any attempt to cheat in any manner will result in severe consequences.

28. Assessment Test You must have your sam. cengage
Assessment Test You must have your sam.cengage.com account set up BEFORE you can take the assessment.
Helps us know where we are
Does NOT count as a regular grade
DOES count against you if you don’t take it
You need to get your SAM account set up as soon as possible so you can take the assessment exam. The assessment exam helps us know where you are, does not count as a regular grade, and helps you learn how to take future exams. Even if you have not already purchased the SAM license code, follow the instructions and you will be able to set up a temporary account until you get the code purchased. But be warned, if you don’t purchase the code with the grace period, you will lose your work and may not be able to pass the course.

29. How does class end?
Class does not end until you hear your instructor say “you are dismissed.”
For the traditional classes, class does not end until you hear your instructor say “you are dismissed.”

30. Questions?
Any time you have questions, you are welcome to or visit your instruction during office hours. Please do not allow questions to go unanswered. We’re here to help you.

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