DEPARTMENT OF VOCATIONAL EDUCATION
BVED 2400
COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY FOR THE WORKPLACE
3 SEMESTER HOURS CREDIT

REQUIRED TEXTBOOK

O'Leary, T. J., & O'Leary, L. I. (1998). Microcomputing custom version: Word 97, Excel 97, Access 97, & Powerpoint 97. Boston, MA: Irwin McGraw-Hill.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Introductory, hands-on computer applications for development of workplace skills. Topics include word processing, databases, spreadsheets, communication, and presentation software. Exemption test available.

COLLEGE OF EDUCATION CONCEPTUAL FRAMEWORK PRINCIPLES

The following College of Education Conceptual Framework Principles will be addressed in this course:

3. The teacher understands how students differ in their approaches to learning and creates instructional opportunities that are adapted to diverse learners.

4. The teacher understands and uses a variety of instructional strategies, including the use of technology, to encourage students' development of critical thinking, problem solving, and performance skills.

6. The teacher uses knowledge of effective verbal, nonverbal, and media communication techniques, including technology, to foster active inquiry, collaboration, and supportive interaction in the classroom.

COURSE OBJECTIVES

(Numbers in parentheses following some objectives refer to the College of Education Conceptual Framework Principles)

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

COURSE REQUIREMENTS

1. There will be three examinations in the course. Each examination will cover "hands-on" application of the software as well as objective questions relating to the use of the software in the workplace/educational environment.
2. Each student will have an active e-mail account and e-mail will be used for correspondence to and from the instructor.
3. Each student will complete tutorials and/or exercises in each of the following types of application software: word processing, spreadsheet, database management, and presentation.
4. Each student will complete exercises involving the effective use of the Internet.
5. Each student will actively participant in class discussions related to hardware and software concepts and the ethical, legal, and privacy issues involved in using computer systems in the workplace/educational environment.

COURSE EVALUATION

The final course grade will be calculated as follows:

The final exam, which is the third examination, will be given on the scheduled final exam date and time which is Tuesday, December 9, 11 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

ATTENDANCE POLICY

The nature of the course requires attendance to all classes and an absentee policy will be enforced. The following points will be deducted from the final course average for:

Up to 3 hours = Final course average will not be affected.
4 hours = 3 points deducted from final course average.
5 hours = 6 points deducted from final course average.
6 hours = 9 points deducted from final course average.
7 hours = 12 points deducted from final course average.
8 hours = 15 points deducted from final course average.
9 hours = Student dropped from class roll with grade of F.

NOTE: THE CALCULATIONS ABOVE ARE FOR HOURS, NOT DAYS FOR ABSENCES. ALSO, THREE (3) TARDIES = 1 HOUR OF ABSENCE.

INSTRUCTOR

Dr. Carolyn A. Cox Telephone: 333-5928 (office)

Office: Room 111, Education Center 242-3149 (home)

e-mail: ccox@valdosta.edu

SPECIAL NEEDS STATEMENT

Students requiring classroom accommodations or modifications because of a documented disability should discuss this need with the professor at the beginning of the quarter. Students not registered with the Special Services Program must contact the Special Services Office in Nevins Hall, Room 1115. The phone number is 245-2498.

N.B.

1. Students will need to purchase four 3 1/2-inch, high-density diskettes for use in the class.
2. It is expected that each student will complete all assignments on time. Late assignments will carry a penalty of 50 percent deduction of the total assignment points before grading. Work will be accepted for grading no later than one class meeting after due date.
3. There will be NO MAKEUP for missed examinations unless a student has made prior arrangements with the professor. For a missed examination, the exam grade will be zero (0).
4. If a student misses a class, the student is responsible for all material that was covered in the class.
5. It will be necessary to attend "open lab" to complete the assignments. The hours for the computer labs are posted. Smoking, food, and drinks are NOT ALLOWED in the computer labs at any time!
6. It is the instructor's opinion that "group computing" is an effective learning experience for only one member of the group--the one who does the work. Do not turn in someone else's work as your own or allow someone else to copy your work or your disk!

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