Fall 2009

Section: 1 & 2  (CRN:20289 & 20292)

Instructor: Charles "Skip" Page MS, MBA, 181 EBH, Phone: 247-7082, Email

Office Hours: Office hours are posted on the door of my office along with on this site and the Moodle Web Site.

Description:  A study of information processing, the systems concept, the analysis and design of information systems and data-base technology as they apply to producing information to be used in business decision-making. Advanced applications of word processing, spreadsheet and database software will be included. (See Fort Lewis College Course Catalog) NOTE: THIS COURSE DOES NOT COUNT FOR CREDIT TOWARD THE CSIS MAJOR. CREDIT MAY NOT BE RECEIVED FOR BOTH CSIS 322 AND CSIS 105. (4-0)

All Topics & Assignment scheduling will be done on the Prof. Page's CSIS 322 Moodle web site.

Course objectives: 

• Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

  • Demonstrate a working knowledge of the basic operations of office productivity tools as embodied in Microsoft Office Professional, especially spreadsheet, database and web site development tools (MS Excel, MS Access and MS FrontPage)
  • Identify how and where information systems can be used to contribute value to the enterprise.
  • Describe the key attributes of a system within the given context.
  • Describe the key components in an information systems and how they relate to each other.
  • Describe the major approaches to systems development, including the process and when it should be used.
  • Use the correct terminology when discussing information systems and related topics.
  • Use internet and library resources to research and keep abreast of current information systems trends and topics.
  • Discuss the key legal and ethical issues that must be considered in the creation and use of a management information system.
  • Develop applications using built-in functions and wizards using Microsoft Excel and Access.
  • Create a simple Website using Microsoft Front Page.
  • Create a spreadsheet of intermediate complexity.
  • Create a database of intermediate complexity.
  • Discuss the general threats to and generic approaches to minimizing risks and protecting information systems and its data including privacy consideration.

   

Text and Other Resources:

• Required Haag/Cummings -- Custom Bind of INFORMATION SYSTEMS ESSENTIALS, 3d Ed -- Required ISBN 978-0-390-16447-6
• Required Shelly, et al -- MS Office 2007,  Introductory Concepts & Techniques (Course One), Windows XP edition, Required ISBN 978-1-4188-4328-1 (spiral bound)
• Optional Bishop -- Macromedia Dreamweaver 8, Illustrated Series -- Course Technology, Optional ISBN 978-1-4188-4310-6
• Highly Recommended: One(1)  128 MB or larger USB Flash Drive
• Printing $ (have enough $ in your printing account to accommodate the printing requirements for this course - running out of $ is not an excuse for turning in an assignment late)
• A computer account on the campus network system.

Software Used to Support Class:

• Windows XP
• Microsoft Office 2007 Professional (Student licenses are available at the bookstore for $40)
• Macromedia Dreamweaver 8
• Internet Explorer 6.x or higher.

Tentative Grading:

FINAL GRADES: Pluses and minuses may be given at the discretion of  the instructor based on class work completed, class participation and the instructor's overall evaluation of the student's course subject knowledge.

NOTE TAKING: Quizzes, Exams, Projects and other class assignments will be based on reading material, homework exercises AND IN-CLASS LECTURES. Therefore, it is of utmost importance for students to take notes in class.

ASSIGNMENT SUBMISSIONS: We will be using the MOODLE Course Management System. This system is used to assign class topics and homework, provide lecture notes, submit class assignments and provide grading feedback. It has other features which I may implement during the term.

Quizzes:   Quizzes may include computer tasks, short answer, or essay questions. Quizzes may occasionally use multi-choice or true/false questions. Quizzes will be given at the beginning of class on the scheduled days.  A 5 minute grace period will be allowed but if you show up later than 5 minutes, you will receive a 0 for that day's quiz.  No make-ups will be given for any reason.

Pop Quizzes: Pop Quizzes are may be given unannounced to ensure students are prepared to contribute to class discussions.

Haag -Short-Answer Question Assignments: Will be typed and submitted through Moodle by the beginning of the class in which the chapter is to be discussed.

MS Office Text Lessons: Each chapter in the Shelly text consists of back ground and tutorial reading, step by step tutorial and end of chapter Lab assignments.  Students are expected do the chapter reading and tutorial before the class that the chapter is assigned. On the day a chapter is assigned we will discuss the techniques presented in the chapter and answer any questions about the techniques. The tutorial aspect of each chapter will be used as home work and will be submitted via Moodle before the first class the chapter is discussed.  Late assignments will NOT be accepted!

MS Office Apply Your Knowledge/In the Lab Assigns: End of chapter Apply Your Knowledge or In the Lab assignments will be used as OPTIONAL EXTRA CREDIT assignments valued at 5 points. These assignments will be submitted through Moodle as directed and will be due at the beginning on the class after the Chapter is discussed. Late assignments will NOT be accepted!

Papers and Presentations.  Papers and presentations may be added to the class schedule at the instructors discretion.  All papers and presentations will be created using Microsoft Office per the instructions given by the instructor.  Presentations may be given using MS PowerPoint.

Computer projects: Software projects are assigned throughout the term. The projects will utilize aspects of Excel, Access, Dreamweaver and HTML. Projects will be capstones to the major subjects presented and, generally, be due one week after the conclusion of the subject area (i.e. Excel, Access and Web Page).

Attendance: Attendance at all class meetings is expected. Class attendance may be taken at the end of class at 10 points countable to the over course grade. You are responsible for all material covered during any class you miss in addition to any assignments made or due at that class meeting.  I will not repeat  a "missed lecture" on an individual basis - please get notes from a classmate.  A significant portion of the class is from material outside of the textbook discussed during lecture/class discussions.

FERPA, the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act statement relative to use of MOODLE.

We will be using Moodle, a course management system, in this class. Our use of Moodle may sometimes make students' names and FLC network IDs visible within the course website. We are using secure, password-protected, access to the course so your identifying information will be visible only to other students registered in the Moodle class. If you have concerns about the visibility of your identifying information, please contact me to discuss.

Academic Misconduct: There is nothing wrong with students working together in studying for tests, discussing program assignments, algorithms, etc. In fact, I highly encourage students to work together. However, students are expected to actually prepare assignments on their own. Therefore:

• Plagiarism in any form is academic misconduct. This includes copying of entire programs/assignments, or portions of programs/assignments written by someone else without citing appropriate references. Suspected academic misconduct, including plagiarism or violations of computer usage policies (stated below), will not be ignored but will be dealt with according to the procedures specified by the college.
• If multiple copies of an assignment are received which cause the instructor to suspect plagiarism, each involved student may be required to provide a verbal explanation of all algorithms and procedures used therein. Moreover, when multiple students submit essentially identical assignments, the instructor may, at his discretion, split the graded points between the involved students.
• In severe cases (at the discretion of Mr. Page), an 0 may be given to each student involved in the given case and disciplinary action may be sought from the VP of Academic Affairs/Student Affairs.

Computer Accounts: You will need a computer account on the campus network system. The campus network will be used for communications via electronic mail, to post assignments and to store class notes.

• All requests to withdraw from the course must be accompanied by a typewritten request, signed by the student, indicating the reason for the withdrawal. The student's portion of the drop slip must be completely filled out, including the CRN number for the course.
• Withdrawal slips will not be signed after Tuesday, 15 Sept (Census Date) unless the student has a passing grade at the time of the request. (Tuition is non-refundable after 15 Sept.) No withdrawal slips will be signed after close of business the last day of classes.
• Grades of 'I' (Incomplete) are rarely granted except in extreme cases of verifiable extended illness and only when the illness/etc. occurs at the end of the term.

• Computer access is provided for use by Fort Lewis College registered students, staff, and faculty for the educational and professional purposes of the College. 
• Games not authorized as part of the academic curriculum are prohibited on these computers. 
• Any use of such games or other unlicensed software on these computers is prohibited.

Students with Disabilities: Students with disabilities have equal access and equal opportunity in this course. If you need course adaptations or accommodations because of a disability (physical, learning, psychiatric, vision, hearing, etc.), have emergency medical information to share, or a need for special arrangements in case the building may be evacuated, please make an appointment with Mr. Page as soon as possible. Students with disabilities who require reasonable accommodations to fully participate in course activities or meet course requirements must register with  Disability Services, 280 Noble Hall, 247-7459.  If you qualify for services, bring your letter of accommodations to Mr. Page as soon as possible.

updated:  Monday, August 31, 2009