What is the most important thing about a website CIS 105?

Survey of Computer Information Systems

Glendale Community College, Main Campus

Credit Hours: (3)   Instructional Contact Hours: (53.33)

Instructor Information

Clark D. Shipley, MBA, JD Office: Glendale Community College - Main Campus 01-125

Office Hours, etc.: http://cis105.com/course/instructor_info/schedule/

Phone: 623-845-3868 (It is better to use Email or Canvas messenger)

Email:

MCCCD Course Description and/or Overview

Overview of computer technology, concepts, terminology, and the role of computers in society. Discussion of social and ethical issues related to computers. Use of word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation software. Includes programming and use of the Internet. Exploration of relevant emerging technologies. Prerequisites: None.

MCCCD Course Competencies

1. Summarize the historical development of information processing and the computer, and describe its impact on society.
2. Use accurate terminology to describe common uses of technology in society.
   
3. Describe how technology is used in various career paths.
   
4. Identify common hardware components of computer systems and describe their uses.
   
5. Identify different types of software and their uses.
   
6. Use word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation software.
   
7. Describe common uses of networks.
   
8. Use the Internet to communicate, collaborate, and retrieve information.
   
9. Create programs in a common programming language using appropriate input, output, and processing statements for that language.
   
10. Determine when technology is useful and select the appropriate tool(s) and technology resources to address a variety of tasks and problems.
    
11. Describe the steps in planning and implementing technology solutions.
12. Identify positive social and ethical behaviors when using technology and the consequences of misuse.

Are You in the Right Course? Which Computer Course is Right for You?

CIS105 may be listed as an "Introductory" course and have no prerequisites but don't be fooled. This class assumes that you already are familiar with computers and that you are proficient in navigating your way around the internet, can use email, are familiar with various programs, and can create, move, and organize files among other basic computer skills.

If you are a beginner looking for an introduction to learning how to use a computer, you may want to consider a Starter course such as BPC101 because CIS105 assumes that you are already proficient with a computer. BPC101 is a full 3 credit hours.

Required Course Materials - Software and Books

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Software:
This course uses Microsoft Windows 10 and Microsoft Office 2019/365 Pro for Windows. There are no other operating systems such as Mac or ChromeBook supported in this course.

Some parts of this course can be done using a Macintosh computer but other parts cannot. Macintosh computers are not supported in this course. CIS105 is a Microsoft Windows based course. There are computers on campus which are configured for this course and available to you to use during hours when the campus is open. We do not represent that this course can be done on your computer.

That said, this course has been scaled back a bit in an effort to make it as Mac friendly as possible but Mac users are responsible for doing whatever it takes to make it through using a Mac. We do not support Macs.

The course absolutely cannot be done on a ChromeBook.
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Books:
This course uses two books - one for labs and another for the required reading on which you will be tested. The lab book is a custom book put together for us by Cengage Publishing and only available new as part of the "bundle." These books and access to the SAM web site are included in your course fees. You can pick up the books at the GCC bookstore with acceptable ID or in the case of online sections, they are shipped to your address on record with the school.

Third-Party Learning Tools Used in this Course

This class uses these third-party web sites.

1. CIS105.COM is an important companion site to this course. There are links to both Canvas and Sam from within this site. You should go to CIS105.com each time to begin a CIS105 session and check the Announcements Page. http:/cis105.com
2. MCCCD's Canvas for grades, testing, and course work submission: https://learn.maricopa.edu
3. SAM a publisher companion website used for Labs, Projects, more testing, and plagiarism detection: http://sam.cengage.com/
4. The GCC Testing Center The GCC Testing Center on campus may be used, at instructor's discretion, for Exams.
5. Respondus LockDown Browser
   This course requires the use of Respondus LockDown Browser for online exams, tests or quizzes in Canvas. The LockDown Browser runs on Windows and Mac computers only.

   IT DOES NOT RUN ON CHROMEBOOKS. Chromebooks are not supported in this course.

   Watch this short video to get a basic understanding of LockDown Browser. Make sure to plan ahead. Do not wait until the last minute to download the necessary software.

   Make sure that your computer meets the minimal requirements.

   Download and install LockDown Browser from this link:
   http://www.respondus.com/lockdown/download.php?id=723113063

   Note: Don't download a copy of LockDown Browser from elsewhere on the Internet; those versions will not work at our institution.

   To take an online test, start LockDown Browser and navigate to the exam in Canvas. (You won't be able to access the exam with a standard web browser.)

   For additional details on using LockDown Browser, review this Student Quick Start Guide (PDF)

   Finally, when taking an online exam, follow these guidelines:

   1. Ensure you're in a location where you won't be interrupted
   2. Turn off all mobile devices, phones, etc.
   3. Clear your desk of all external materials — books, papers, other computers, or devices
   4. Remain at your desk or workstation for the duration of the test

Transferring CIS105      

Historically, this course has transferred to ASU as CIS105, to NAU as CIS120, and to U of A as MIS111. Articulation is continually changing so if you are planning to transfer to another school, you should check with them for current status.

General GCC Transfer to UA, ASU, NAU information is located here.

Communication Policy

Contacting Your Instructor:  Your instructor is available through both email and through Canvas messenger. It is recommended that you install the Canvas App on your smartphone in order to receive Canvas Messenger communications promptly.

Student Responsibilities

Student responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

1. You must schedule your work throughout the course of study, being sure to set aside enough time per week to complete the course material in the time allotted.
   Typically,

   eight hours of homework per week

   . This is an intensive class.
2. You must complete all reading assignments; all practice work, all lab assignments, and all tests, and any other assigned work to the best of your ability.
3. You must submit all completed work in the manner prescribed.
4. You must keep track of your own progress. If necessary, you must initiate contact with the instructor.
   

The Schedule and Due Dates

The Schedule in http://cis105.com shall be the controlling schedule but is also subject to updates. In case of conflicts between due dates and other dates in Canvas and cis105.com, the dates in cis105.com shall be the official dates.

Instructional Contact Hours and Minimum Expectations for Number of Hours Spent Out-of-Class to Complete Coursework

The number of Instructional Contact Hours for this course is 53.33 hours which includes in-class meeting time, time spent online if hybrid or online format, and lab time.

Typically, eight hours of homework per week are required to be successful in this course. This is typical but some students may need to spend more time to complete coursework.

Attendance Requirements

Attendance is required according to GCC and MCCCD rules and State laws. At Maricopa Community College schools, students must be engaging in some type of academic activity each week in a Live Online or Online course. Faculty must report a student’s last date of attendance and withdraw the student within fourteen (14) days of identifying the last date of academic attendance.
Simply logging into an online class will not count as academic attendance. The following is a list of activities that constitute online class academic attendance:

• Attending a Live Online class session if applicable.
• Submitting an academic assignment (assignment required in the course, regardless of whether it is graded or not), paper, or project.
• Taking an exam, quiz, computer-assisted instruction, or an interactive tutorial required by the course.
• Initiating contact with a faculty member to ask a question about the academic subject studied in the course.

Official absences are those as defined by the Maricopa Community Colleges District such as Official College Activity, Jury Duty, Military Commitments, or Death of a Family Member - all of which must be officially documented as set forth by district policy.

COVID-19 Issues

Illness

In the event of student illness, students should contact the faculty member as soon as possible to see if alternative arrangements can be made. Attendance policies will follow the syllabus for each course. Additionally, please be sure to report your Coronavirus (COVID-19) Diagnoses to help us manage the risk within our community. In the event of faculty illness, the faculty member or representative of the GCC department will contact students with the next steps for continuing the course.

Recording in the Classroom (in person or online)

During class sessions (Live Online or in person), the instructor may record the class session for future use. Please contact the instructor with any questions or concerns prior to the start of any Live Online sessions.

Electronic video, image capture, and/or audio recording by students is not permitted during class, whether conducted in person or online, unless the student obtains permission from the instructor. If permission is granted, any distribution of the recording is prohibited. Students with specific electronic recording accommodations authorized by Disability Resource Services do not require instructor permission; however, the instructor must be notified of any such accommodation prior to recording. Any distribution of such recordings is prohibited.

Face Coverings On-Campus

District policy requires all individuals on campus to wear a face covering or mask. These policies protect the health and safety of the students, faculty and staff in the college/District community during the COVID-19 pandemic. If you need an accommodation from wearing a face covering for a health-related reason or an existing disability, please call the Disability Resource Services (DRS) office to begin the process for requesting an accommodation. Students who have a religious reason for not wearing a face covering should file a request for a religious accommodation with the Dean of Student Life Office. Their request will be evaluated according to the Religious Accommodation Procedure.

Until such time as you receive an accommodation, you must either wear a face covering or leave class. Note that faculty have the discretion to excuse the absence and do not have to modify their attendance requirements unless an official accommodation is granted to the student.

Students who refuse to wear a face covering to class (while the face covering requirement is in place) and who have no accommodation in place (due to religious, health-related reasons or an existing disability) and have not worked with their faculty member or school administration regarding moving to an online class may be referred for a code of conduct violation (failure to follow college policy/directives). Refusal to leave class after being told to leave by the instructor (due to refusal to wear the face covering) should be treated as are other classroom disruption cases, including calling Public Safety if necessary.

Students may be withdrawn from the course for insufficient participation at any time during the term.

If you have been withdrawn in error, contact the instructor.

If you are receiving financial aid of any kind, it is your responsibility to protect your eligibility to receive financial aid by meeting the attendance requirements of this class.

Academic Dishonesty

Students are expected to do their own assignments without any but the most casual help from others, unless working on a group project as directed by the instructor.

Academic dishonesty may result in a penalty of NEGATIVE CREDIT for the assignment for all who participate; repeated instances may result in being withdrawn from the class or a final grade of F or Y (withdrawn failing).

Grading Standards and Practices:

Final grades are determined by the percentage of total points accumulated from exams, tests, quizzes, assessments, trainings, labs, and any other assigned work having a point value.

Late Work:
You cannot receive points for late work.

Be sure not to miss due dates. Due dates are found in the Schedule on cis105.com and are strictly observed.

Extra Credit: It may be possible to earn extra credit but this is at the sole discretion of the instructor. In order to be eligible for extra credit a student must have reasonably completed the work assigned throughout the course. Extra credit is for the purpose of moving the student into the next grade bracket when the student is close but a few points short of the next grade up. It is not intended to be an alternative to assigned course work.

Letter grades are determined as follows:

A >= 90%
Note: You must score at least 80% on the final exam to receive an "A" in this class. Students not scoring a minimum of 80% on the final cannot receive an "A". B >= 80% C >= 70% D >= 60%

W, F, or Y may be awarded if Student stops participating in class or does not achieve enough total points to pass.

Generally, where a student has not accumulated enough points for at least a "D", a "W" is given unless the student requests an "F". Requests for "F" are sometimes made to achieve a minimum load requirement.

Incomplete Grade: The grade of "I" is generally not given but may be considered by Instructor in extremely rare, unusual, and documented circumstances. Students who are doing acceptable work may request an incomplete grade (I) if they are unable to complete course requirements by the end of the term because of illness or other extenuating circumstances. If the request is approved by the instructor, he/she shall define how the course will be completed, including required course work and the date by which it is to be completed.

Accommodations for Students with Disabilities

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) and its associated colleges are committed to providing equitable access to learning opportunities to students with documented disabilities (e.g. mental health, attentional, learning, chronic health, sensory, or physical). Each class/term/semester that a student is in need of academic adjustments/accommodations, the qualified student is required to work with the Disability Resources & Services Office (DRS) at their individual college(s). Contact with the DRS should be made as soon as possible to ensure academic needs are met in a reasonable time. New and returning students must request accommodations each semester through DRS Connect online services. To learn more about this easy process, please contact your local DRS office.

 If you have not yet established services through DRS, but have a temporary health condition or permanent disability that requires accommodations, you are welcome to contact DRS by using the information listed on the following webpage: https://district.maricopa.edu/consumer-information/disability-resources/contacts.  The DRS offers resources and coordinates reasonable accommodations for students with disabilities and/or temporary health conditions qualifying for accommodations/academic adjustments.  Reasonable accommodations are established through an interactive process between you, your faculty, and DRS; and only those academic adjustments/reasonable accommodations granted by the DRS are recognized by the college and District.  It is the policy and practice of the MCCCD to create inclusive and accessible learning environments consistent with federal and state law.

Addressing Incidents of Sexual Harassment/Assault, Dating/Domestic Violence, and Stalking

In accordance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, MCCCD prohibits unlawful sex discrimination against any participant in its education programs or activities. The District also prohibits sexual harassment—including sexual violence—committed by or against students, District employees, and visitors to campus. As outlined in District policy, sexual harassment, dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking are considered forms of "Sexual Misconduct" prohibited by District policy.

 District policy requires all college and District employees in a teaching, managerial, or supervisory role to report all incidents of Sexual Misconduct that come to their attention in any way, including but not limited to face-to-face conversations, a written class assignment or paper, class discussion, email, text, or social media post. Incidents of Sexual Misconduct should be reported to the college Title IX Coordinator. MCCCD will provide on its Title IX Coordinators web page, a link to all the Title IX Coordinators in the district.  Reports may also be reported at: https://district.maricopa.edu/consumer-information/reporting.

Diversity and a Safe Learning Environment

This classroom will be a safe learning environment for every individual as far as I am able to ensure that outcome. This means I will treat each student with respect, and in turn I expect respect to be given to the instructor and every individual in this course. Disagreement does not equal disrespect. We all bring different points of view, different personal values, different life experiences, and different personal preferences with us into the classroom. This diversity makes for great discussion, adds interesting dimensions to our interpersonal relationships, and is welcome in the academic arena. Though we celebrate our differences, I expect each student to respect the rights and needs of fellow classmates. Students cannot feel safe to express themselves without the assurance that their ideas, attitudes and beliefs will be treated with respect.

Student Responsibility For Information in this Syllabus

Students are responsible for familiarizing themselves with all information contained in this syllabus.

Student Responsibility for Policies Included in the College Catalog and the Student Handbook

Students are governed by college and district policies and are responsible for familiarizing themselves with all information contained in the college catalog and the student handbook.

Changes to Syllabus and/or Other Documents

This Syllabus and any other Course Documents such as the Schedule may be amended at any time by posting a revised version on this web site. The revised version will be effective at the time of posting and shall make obsolete any prior version.