SYLLABUS FORCIS 110 - Introduction to Computers (Hours and Credits: 2 lecture - 2 lab and 3 credits)
Department:
Computer Information & Networking Technologies (IT)
See the discussion below for details
Grading
Policy: Grading is
done on a 1000 point scale. GTCC Grading Scale*:
*This scale has been converted to a 1000 point scale, but
the percentages are the same as used in the 100 point
scale. To determine your grade simply add your total points
for the semester, and apply the above scale. Back to TopQuality of Instruction Statement: The GTCC faculty members are committed to providing quality instruction. If there is a concern about the instruction provided, treatment of an individual or a group of students, or professional conduct of instructors, consult with the faculty member, then the department chair, then the division chair, or read the description of Students' Rights and Responsibilities which can be found in the 2006-2007 Student Handbook/Calendar. Classroom Instruction: It is expected that you will participate in your learning by coming to class and spending sufficient time outside class to master the material. Reading the text alone will not prepare you. To master the material, you must use a computer to do the exercises and assigned projects on a consistent basis. Consider this analogy—Can you become a proficient golfer just by watching Tiger Woods on television? Probably, not. Study and practice, practice, practice are essential for your success. You will lose points from the current assignment if you miss class, and if you exceed the number of absences allowed by the GTCC rules, you may be removed from the class.
College Attendance Policy:
Regular attendance in class is
essential to receiving maximum benefit from the educational
experience. A curriculum student is to attend and be on
time for all classes and lab/shop/clinic sessions. A
student who has missed more than the number of clock hours
the class meets each week may not be permitted to continue
in that class, shop, lab, or clinic without permission of
the instructor. The student will be required to meet with
the instructor when the student misses the number of clock
hours the class meets per week. If a student misses the
equivalent of two weeks worth of classes (4 classes)
s/he must drop the course. If a student is not
allowed to remain in the class it is the student
responsibility to officially drop the class. Failing to
drop the class will result in a grade of "F" being
assigned. In all cases of absence, the student is
responsible for making up all missed class work and for
coming prepared to the class following the absence.
Course/Dept./Div. Attendance Rules: Three tardies
constitute one absence. A tardy is defined as coming to
class 10 minutes or more after the class period has started
or leaving class 10 minutes or more prior to the class
being dismissed. Dropping the Course: The college has established drop deadlines. The drop deadline is published in the schedule booklet, the general catalog and on the school calendar. It may also be found on the GTCC web site. If a student wishes to drop the class the student must take the appropriate steps prior to that time or the student will receive a grade of "F" for the course. Assignments: The students are expected to complete all assigned reading. The assignments for each lesson and the due dates are posted in Moodle. Assignments will be graded and the grade posted in the grade book. Grade Book: Grades are posted in the on line grade book. Your instructor will post grades for each assignment prior to the time the next assignment is due. The instructor will keep a separate grade book, using Microsoft Excel, which is the official grade book. On many occasions the two will not match, this is especially true if you question a grade and your instructor makes an adjustment. Your instructor is always willing to tell you what the official grade book shows for your grades, but may not always update the online grade book after a grade is change. Do not be concerned about this.
If there are difference(s) in the two grade books the
spreadsheet kept by the instructor is presumed to be
correct. The instructor reserves the right to change any
grade if it is learned that is was derived as the result of
misconduct or dishonesty. No grade is final until it is
submitted to the registrar at the end of the semester. Behavior: Professional adult behavior is expected in this class. Beepers, cell-phones, radios, tape recorders, or any other electronic devices are not permitted without prior approval. Anyone causing a disruption in class will be dropped from the class and reported to the Dean of Student Conduct. If your cell phone rings in class you will be asked to leave the class and will be marked absent.
The following is an excerpt from the college handbook (2007
- 2008 General Catalog) regarding student
responsibilities.
Ethics: Students may not consult each other on exams. Back to TopGrading Information Assignments: There are a number of assignments this semester. They are worth a total of 80% of your grade or 800 points. The assignments will consist of a variety of tasks depending on the subject being covered in the lesson. Your instructor will aggregate all of the components of the assignment and will post your total assignment grade, UNLESS they notify you that posting will be delayed. Grading is normally done on the week end. A portion of each assignment grade may be based on your attendance and participation and will be explained in class, as each instructor handles this differently, BUT you must be aware that missing class will result in earning a lower grade, however simply attending every class does not guarantee that a student will pass the course. Files and Folders - the first assignment: The initial assignment consists of a number of tasks that must be preformed in order to be ready to begin the substantive portion of the course. If this assignment is not completed and turned in on time you will be reported to the registrar's office and the financial aid office as a no show and removed from the course. If you have any trouble with this assignment this course may be too difficult for you and you are urged to meet with your instructor for advice. Syllabus Quiz: There is a brief objective quiz that must be completed concerning the syllabus. If you fail to complete the quiz by the assigned date you will not be allowed to remain in the course. It is worth 10 points or 1% of your grade.
Tests: There will be
tests given for each Microsoft Application chapter assigned and a
test for for each Technology in Action chapter assigned. Notice: If you have a disability that may affect your academic performance and are seeking accommodations, it is your responsibility to inform the disAbility Access Services Counselor (Melissa Cox: Room 202B Medlin Campus Center, ext. 2363) as soon as possible. It is important to request accommodations early enough to give disAbility Access Services adequate time to consider your request and recommend reasonable accommodations. Instructors will provide necessary accommodations based on the recommendations of disAbility Access Services. Back to Top |
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