CIT 161
Fundamentals of Computer Applications
Syllabus

Student Data Files can be downloaded from the Course Documents area (Off Campus Students Only)
 

Course Description:

This course provides the student with a solid understanding and working ability with computers and office automation software. Basic and intermediate topics covered include word-processors, spreadsheets, database and computer operations. Students will obtain skills in all topic areas through hands-on examples and computer laboratory assignments.

Computer Hardware and Software - Minimum System Requirements:

• Minimum processor: Pentium® 800MHz processor
• Minimum Memory Requirements: 256MB
• Minimum Disk Space Requirements: 5GB
• Operating system: Windows® XP Professional or Home Edition
• Word processor: Microsoft Word 2003
• Spreadsheet: Microsoft Excel 2003
• Database: Microsoft Access 2003
  NOTE: Word, Excel and Access are included in Microsoft Office 2003 Professional

Grading:

A letter grade is assigned to each of the following:

• 7 Tests (one every two or three weeks)
• Intro. Windows XP Computer Lab Assignments
• Word 2003 Computer Lab Assignments
• Excel 2003 Computer Lab Assignments
• Access 2003 Computer Lab Assignments

for a total of 11 letter grades.

Each test may be repeated up to three times to improve its grade. Make-up tests may be taken during lab hours or other arranged times outside of class. Online students can repeat a test anytime after taking the first test.

Students are given the opportunity to correct errors or omissions in Computer Lab Assignments provided they are turned in by the due dates listed below. (except for Access Project 4-6 which are due on the last day of the semester).

Schedule:

Assignments for each of the above sections will be accepted after the due date.
Start, end, and due dates may be changed due to snow days or other circumstances.