Computer Applications 2017-2018

Shiloh Christian School Business Education Department

Andrew Jordan Andrewj@shilohsaints.org 2nd 4th period

COURSE DESCRIPTION
This two-semester course is designed to prepare students with an introduction to business applications
which are necessary to live and work in a technological society. Emphasis is given to hardware, concepts,
and business uses of applications. We will be working through the Microsoft Office 2013, including
Word, Power Point, Excel, and Access.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES AND COURSE FORMAT

This course offers the opportunity to learn Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access within a
realistic business context. Projects will be assigned to facilitate learning of all of Microsoft Office. As a
student involved in this course of learning, you should be able to:
1. Master Microsoft Word for Windows and gain a working knowledge of Excel, PowerPoint,
Access, and Publisher.
2. Appreciate the significance of computer ethics.
3. Complete assigned projects using multimedia.
4. Use knowledge gained to enhance writing competency in other subjects.

Each unit in this course introduces new topics that build on what has been learned in previous units and
reinforces previous learning through continued drill and practice. Proper keyboarding techniques and
average speed (35 wpm) are necessary to do well in this course. Because of the nature of the content of
this course and the volume of the material to be covered, it is necessary for students to participate in all
class sessions.

REQUIRED READINGS AND RESOURCES

The following text is used for class assignments as well as assigned homework.

Illustrated Microsoft Office 365 & Office 2016: Introductory, Beskeen, Cram, Duffy, Friedrichsen,
Reding
www.cengage.com

SUPPLIES (suggested)
Jump drive
Access to Microsoft office 365 or 2016

LEARNING ACTIVITIES AND ASSESSMENTS

The following assignments and assessments are to be completed as described below by the dates outlined
in the course schedule or as indicated by the instructor.
Cumulative Semester Average consists of Projects, Participation, Class Assignments, and Exams

Exams Will be given at the completion of each Chapter. The exam will be given on-line through
Cengage Learning. As a class, we will review what we learned in the chapter prior to the exam. The
exam require the student to demonstrate the various tasks that were taught in the chapter.

Class Assignments Classwork consists of Training assigned on SAM as well additional assignments
that are assigned by the instructor. These usually allow the student extra practice for what they have
learned.

Projects Probably one of the biggest contributors to the student grade. There are 2 assigned projects for
each chapter that are assigned through SAM. It requires students follow directions to complete a project
that reflects what they learned during the chapter. The projects are graded by SAM.

Work Ethic/Attitude--This class is designed to benefit students with skills needed in other classes as well
as the world of work. To be successful in either, one must have a good work ethic and attitude. In
addition, God rewards those who work diligently. Students will have a participation grade which will be
based on how well they follow directions from the teacher as well as their general attitude in the class. As
a class we will work through a textbook project in each chapter. If the student is listening and paying
attention, everything on this project will be complete. A grade rubric will be supplied for grading these
projects.

Final course Grade

Cumulative Semester Average=80% of final course grade
Final exam/project = 20% of final course grade

GRADING SCALE
The final grade will be based on the total accumulations of points as indicated under Learning Activities
and Assessments converted into a percentage. The following grading scale will be used to assign the final
letter grade:

LETTER GRADE PERCENTAGE GRADE

A 90-100
B 80-89
C 70-79
D 60-69
F Less than 60 points earned

Late Assignments
Personal time management is as much a requisite skill for life as is the mastery of course content.
Therefore, assignments are due in class on the date indicated in the Course Schedule and they must be
saved in the appropriate folder. Assignments not submitted in class and saved to the appropriate folders
are considered late and will not be accepted. No exceptions will be made on review or final exam days.
Make-Up Test Policy
The following guidelines will be used by all secondary faculty regarding the giving of and the make-up of
exams.

Exams will be announced on the syllabus at the beginning of the semester. Any adjustments to the
exam schedule will be communicated to the students at least one week in advance.
All students will take a scheduled exam on the day it is given. An absence the class(es) prior to the
exam will NOT exempt the student from the exam on the scheduled day the exam is given.
The only scenario where a student will not take an exam on the day it is scheduled is if the student is
physically absent from class. In such a case, the student will be expected to take the exam the first day
back in class during the class time.
Failure to abide by the above guidelines will result in a non-negotiable 0 for the exam without the
possibility of another make-up exam.

ATTENDANCE POLICY
Any time a student is absent, he/she will be expected to make-up all missed work. Whenever a student is
absent from class that absence will fall under one of three categories:

Excused Absences:
An excused absence as outlined by the Student Handbook will result in 100% credit for all make-up work
completed within the allotted time frame.

Unexcused Absences:
Unexcused absences as outlined by the Student Handbook will result in 0% credit for all missed work
including tests.

Planned Absences:
A planned absence with parental permission as outlined by the Student Handbook will result in 100%
credit for all make-up work completed within the allotted time frame.

Excessive Absences:
Seven absences per semester will be considered excessive. See the Student Handbook for penalties related
to excessive absences.

Tardies: Four tardies per semester in the same class will be considered excessive. The fourth tardy will
constitute detention.

COURSE VALUES AND ETIQUETTE

The following values and etiquette are to be observed in this course.

Respect for Divergent Viewpoints

Students and faculty are to show appropriate respect for each other even when divergent viewpoints are
expressed in the classroom. Such respect does not require agreement with or acceptance of divergent
viewpoints.

Plagiarism and Cheating

Students who pass off ideas or words of another person as their own without crediting the source are
guilty of intellectual theft or literary theft better known as plagiarism. Students who conduct any part of
their participation in the course in a fraudulent or deceptive manner are guilty of cheating. Students
caught in either of these acts of academic misconduct will be reported to the Dean of Students, resulting
in disciplinary action up to and including failing the course and academic dismissal.

Special Needs
In order to ensure full class participation, any student with a disabling condition requiring special
accommodations (e.g., tape recorders, special adaptive equipment, special note-taking or test taking
needs) is strongly encouraged to contact the instructor at the beginning of the course.

Computer Usage Guidelines

Hardware or software problems should be reported immediately.
Windows or computer settings should not be changed.
No programs or games may be downloaded.
Do not introduce any viral or other destructive elements.
Keep your password secure. The student is responsible for any action taken under his/her
password.
Do not attempt to access any other students folders or files or any other restricted material.
Do not enter or access any vulgar, violent, harassing, or offensive material.
Do not hack.
Do not eat or drink at the computer station.
Request permission before using the computer for anything other than your assignments.
Log off before leaving your computer.
Do not leave trash or papers beside computers.
Neatly stack textbook next to computer monitor after class.