Master Syllabus CS1733, Intro to Information Technlgy

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Credits 3 Lab Hours 0 Lecture Hours 3 Clinical Hours 0
Course Description

This course Teaches modern readers to become not just computer users, but computational thinkers. Having grown up with computers, most readers already know how to use Information Technology (IT) in their daily lives–but use is not understanding. More than ever, they must become “computational thinkers,” able to conceptualize where and how computation can be used effectively. Equipping readers with a deeper understanding of the broad capabilities of technology, is taught using a project-oriented learning approach supported by examples and realistic problem-solving scenarios. The Course will teach readers to navigate IT independently and become effective users of today’s resources, forming a foundation of skills they can adapt to their personal and career goals as future technologies emerge. The text’s approach is centered on three types of content–skills, concepts, and capabilities–that prepare readers to adapt to an ever-changing computing environment. Real life examples and simulations will be covered in the MyITLab. EduKan course equivalency is CO145, as approved by Academic Affairs Council 1/25/2021.

For each unit of credit, a minimum of three hours per week with one of the hours for class and two hours for studying/preparation outside of class is expected.

Program and/or Department Mission Statement

The CIS Program will provide superior learning opportunities in the area of information technology utilizing current technology to enable all students to archive their career and/or educational goals.

SCCC Outcomes

Outcome #1: Read with comprehension, be critical of what they read, and apply knowledge gained from their reading to broader issues of the day.

Outcome #6: Exhibit skills in information and technological literacy.

Outcome #9: Exhibit workplace skills to include respect for others, teamwork competence, attendance/punctuality, decision making, conflict resolution, truthfulness/honest, positive attitude, judgment, responsibility.

Course Outcomes

Upon course completion of Introduction to Information Technology course the student should be able to:

'� Define Information Technology

'� Basics of Networking

'� Identify the components of a computer system

'� Define and work with the basics of Networkings

'� Define terminology used and effective use of the Internet

'� Demonstrate the use of developing software

'� Demonstrate how to work with spreadsheets and databases

Course Outline
  1. Chapter 1 Defining Information Technology Terms of Endearment
  2. Chapter 2 Exploring the Human-Computer Interface Face It, It'�s a Computer
  3. Chapter 3 The Basics of Networking Making the Connection
  4. Chapter 4 A Hypertext Markup Language Primer Marking Up with HTML
  5. Chapter 5 Locating Information on the World Wide Web The Search for Truth
  6. Chapter 6 An Introduction to Debugging To Err Is Human
  7. Chapter 7 Representing Information Digitally Bits and the '�Why'� of Bytes
  8. Chapter 8 Representing Multimedia Digitally Light, Sound, Magic
  9. Chapter 9 Principles of Computer Operations Following Instructions
  10. Chapter 10 Algorithmic Thinking What'�s the Plan?
  11. Chapter 11 Social Implications of IT Computers in Polite Society
  12. Chapter 12 Privacy and Digital Security Shhh, It'�s a Secret
  13. Chapter 13 The Basics of Spreadsheets Fill-in-the-Blank Computing
  14. Chapter 15 Introduction to Database Concepts A Table with a View
  15. Chapter 16 A Case Study in Database Organization The iDiary Database
  16. Demonstrate mastery of lesson content
Instructional Methods

Midterm and Final

  1. Chapter Assignments
  2. MyITLab simulations and exercises
  3. End of chapter Exercises
  4. Quizzes
  5. Exams
  6. Canvas Learning Management System
Instructional Resources and Materials

Midterm and Final

  1. Chapter Assignments
  2. MyITLab simulations and exercises
  3. End of chapter Exercises
  4. Quizzes
  5. Exams
  6. Canvas Learning Management System
Methods of Assessment

Assessment will consist of the solutions to real life problems for which students will have to research, plan, program, execute and document.

Outcome 1 will be assessed and measured by the comprehension of reading assignments and in class discussion.

Outcome 5 will be assessed through tests, quizzes and the presentation of a final portfolio. Outcome 6 will be assessed through the completion of projects.

Outcome 9 will be assessed through attendance, group assignments and presentation of portfolios

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Statement

Under the Americans with Disabilities Act, Seward County Community College will make reasonable accommodations for students with documented disabilities. If you need support or assistance because of a disability, you may be eligible for academic accommodations. Students should identify themselves to the Mental Health Counselor at 620-417-1106 or go to the Student Success Center in the Hobble Academic building, room A149.