CISS 107 Computer Essentials
This course will provide basic instruction in computers and computer operating systems. Students will use both DOS and Windows to gain hands on experience in commands, preparing, copying, and maintaining disks. Students will learn the role of system commands to manage the computer environment and optimize system performance. Students will learn the interaction between operating systems and application software by loading software, creating batch files, and optimizing systems.
General Education Competency
[GE Core type]
CISS 107Computer Essentials
Please note: This is not a course syllabus. A course syllabus is unique to a particular section of a course by instructor. This curriculum guide provides general information about a course.
I. General Information
Department
Information Technology
II. Course Specification
Course Type
Program Requirement
General Education Competency
[GE Core type]
Semester Contact Hours Lecture
48
Grading Method
Letter grade
III. Catalog Course Description
This course will provide basic instruction in computers and computer operating systems. Students will use both DOS and Windows to gain hands on experience in commands, preparing, copying, and maintaining disks. Students will learn the role of system commands to manage the computer environment and optimize system performance. Students will learn the interaction between operating systems and application software by loading software, creating batch files, and optimizing systems.
IV. Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, a student will be able to:
- To master course content as defined by course objectives and presented in lectures and demonstrations to the student.
- Students will complete all online labs as many times as necessary until reaching a 100% score. Section quizzes and questions will be assigned to reinforce the subject matter. Comprehensive tests will be given to evaluate student understanding.
- Students will comprehend the role and purpose of the operating system and hardware so they may apply this knowledge to the next level of classes in their educational path.
- Successful completion of assignments and lab activities.
- The instructor will actively involve the students in a continual evaluation of the class.
- Classroom evaluations given to the students will be utilized to determine the effectiveness of the delivery method.
- Outcome: To manipulate, customize, and understand the role of the computer operating system.
- Successful completion of labs, quizzes, assignments, and comprehensive exam.
- To develop skills in working with command line.
- Demonstrating mastery of command line commands by completing assigned activities to a passing level.
V. Topical Outline (Course Content)
One of the goals of the Information Technology Department is to continuously evaluate course content and modify the delivery and subject matter as necessary to provide the students with the best opportunity at success. Part of this is brought about by labor market demands and other changes come about by using outcome assessments. Throughout the course you will be completing assignments, quizzes, and tests and from the scores you receive, you will be able to determine how well you are absorbing the information. As an instructor, I will use your test scores and the assessment model to assess the validity of the material and presentation methodology. All outcomes tie directly into the college’s mission statement and the Information Technology instructional goals.
VI. Delivery Methodologies
Required Assignments
list of assignments provided in class schedule
Required Exams
midterm and final exam
Required Text
TestOut PCPro online curriculum
Specific Course Activity Assignment or Assessment Requirements
list of assignments provided in class schedule midterm and final exam