CIS 210 and AGB 210

Welcome to distance education course, CIS 210 Introduction to Computer Applications, using Office 365.

My name is Marilyne Cleeves, and I will be your instructor in the upcoming online of Introduction to Computer Applications using Office 365/Office 2021 (CIS 210), This letter is to inform you of some important details prior to the commencement of this online class. Please read this page carefully!!

COURSE DESCRIPTION AND REQUISITES

This course teaches beginning skill and problem-solving abilities using word processing, spreadsheet and database applications to complete business projects:

TOPICS AND SCOPE

Introduction to Technology

• Computers, Mobile and Game Devices
• Data and Information
• The Internet, digital security and safety
• Program and Apps, Technology in Society today.

Introduction to Word Processing

• Creating, Formatting, and Editing a Word Document with a Picture
• Creating a Research Paper with References and Sources
• Creating a Business Letter with a Letterhead and Table

Introduction to Presentation Software

• Creating and Editing a Presentation with Pictures
• Enhancing a Presentation with Pictures, Shapes and WordArt
• Reusing a Presentation and Adding Media and Animation

Introduction to Spreadsheets

• Creating a Worksheet and a Chart
• Formulas, Functions, and Formatting
• Working with Large Worksheets, Charting, and What-if Analysis

Introduction to Database Configuration

• Databases and Database Objects
• Querying a Database
• Maintaining a Database

STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES

The Student Learning Outcomes statements are a list of expected knowledge, skills, attitudes, competencies, and habits of mind that students are expected to acquire in this course. The outcomes for CIS210 are defined as follows:

1. Demonstrate an understanding of the development and use of information systems in business
2. Discuss security, ethical and privacy issues resulting from the use of computer technology.
3. Demonstrate the process to create basic word processing documents, spreadsheets, databases and presentation software.
4. Demonstrate application of the information systems concepts and methods through the completion of a comprehensive project using computer-based solutions to business problems.

TEXTBOOK

 

Microsoft Office 365:
In Practice, 2021 Edition, 1st Edition
By Randy Nordell, Kathleen Stewart, Annette Easton, Pat Graves, Inc. Triad Interactive and Amie Mayhall
ISBN: 9781266075711

For this course, we are participating in Cuesta's First Day Access program, where you receive discounted course materials inside Canvas, and there are no codes. You will be billed for access as follows:   You will be billed $58.81 for your required SIMnet course materials after the add/drop date (approx. 2 weeks after classes start) to your student account.  

Please note that there is language with the option of "Opting Out" but you should stay with SIMnet as you will need it to complete your course work online.   You do not need to go to the bookstore, unless you want to purchase the optional looseleaf textbook, which will be  $37.50 in the store.  

SOFTWARE

Software – This course requires the most recent copy of MS Office.  The book demonstrates techniques for MS Office 2021. As a Cuesta student, you can obtain a free 1-year subscription to Office 365/Office 2021

• Free (1 year) Office 365 for Education Links to an external site.

Click on the link, choose Cuesta College and you will see the special pricing for Cuesta Students. 

Textbook Resources – The files needed for the text are included with the eBook.  You will be prompted to download the files when it is needed for the course.  The lessons are simulated using a program called SIMNet.  These are online activities.  

MAC Users - The textbook is designed to cover the Windows operating system.  I have provided some alternative materials for MAC users; however, there are significant differences in the Office 365 program for MAC.  We will be covering MS Excel and MS Access in this class.  There are enough differences in Excel for Mac that it may be easier for you to plan to work on a PC either at one of the Cuesta libraries or another source.  MS Access does not work on a Mac at all during the end of the class when we work on Access you will need to plan an alternative location.

CANVAS

After you have registered for the class you will find you are now registered for Canvas. You will need to follow these steps:

1. From the Cuesta Website, Click on the Canvas Link
2. You will be asked for a username and password. That information is the same as you myCuesta username.
3. You will see all of the classes you are currently enrolled in listed in this area. If you have an additional question. I suggest reviewing the Canvas Student GuideLinks to an external site. Links to an external site..  This is a full summary of what is offered in the Canvas program with quick references to how to start. 

SCHOOL POLICY

Each student is required to follow all school guidelines and comply with all school deadlines including personal responsibility for adding and/or dropping this class. Each student is responsible for obtaining updates or changes to the syllabus and/or assignments for the course.

If you have any further questions prior to the first day of class, please feel free to e-mail me. Otherwise, I will look forward to meeting you on our scheduled meeting date. 

Sincerely,

Marilyne Cleeves 
mcleeves@cuesta.edu