Course: Survey of Information Technology – COMT 11004
    Spring 2006 / Tuscarawas / Call # 18217 / Section 850 / Room A200

Instructor: Joe Bolen

Work Phone: (330) 343-1753

E-Mail: JBolen@kent.edu

Fax: (413) 556-0739

Web Site: http://personal.tusc.kent.edu/~jbolen

Office Hours: Before class 4:30 – 5:20 PM or by appointment.

Class Time: Tuesdays and Thursdays / 5:20-6:35 PM

Course Objectives: This overview course will provide an introduction to Information Technologies, career paths and professional certifications available.

This course covers basic through advanced computer concepts with an emphasis on both the personal computer and enterprise computing. Topics include hardware, application and system software, the Internet and World Wide Web, communications, e-commerce, societal issues, database management, systems analysis and design, programming, information systems, career opportunities, certifications in the computer field, and computer trends.

Prerequisite: None.

Texts Required: Discovering Computers 2006: A Gateway to Information, Complete Edition by Shelly, Cashman and Vermaat (ISBN: 0-619-25546-3)

Textbook Web Site: www.scsite.com/dc2006

Class Code for Site: Contact Instructor

Supplemental Materials Required: Two or more 3½" HD Diskettes and/or CD-RWs which are in a protective case clearly labeled with student's name .

Course Requirements: Students are expected to attend class regularly, be on time, and have all assignment prepared prior to class. You are encouraged to read materials ahead in order to get the most out of class discussion and lab work.

Attendance Policy: Regular class attendance is necessary to gain the full benefit of the course. Students are expected to attend class regularly and be on time for each class. A record will be kept. An excessive number of absences will be reflected in your final grade.

• Set cell phones and pagers set to vibrate mode. Calls are to be taken in hallway.

• No smoking, food or drink is permitted in the classroom.

• For teaching purposes, the computer security environment has been lowered. Therefore, students shall not copy from, paste to, interfere or alter other student’s or staff’s data or computer settings.

• Also, see The Regional Campuses Digest of Rules and Regulations at http://www.kent.edu/regional/upload/Rules_and_Regulations.pdf.

Exams & Quizzes: The final grade is represented by approximately 60% from online exams, 20% from online practices tests, and 20% from unannounced quizzes.

Lab Assignments: Online practice tests represent approximately 20% of the final grade. Although the laboratory assignments comprise only 20% of a grade, a student can receive a final grade no greater than a D if more than 5 practice tests are not completed. Practice test assignments receiving less than a 50% score are considered not turned in.

90 – 100	A
80 - 89	B
70 - 79	C
60 - 69	D
Below 60	F

Test Make-up Policy: Three online examinations will be given. No make-up exams will be allowed without prior arrangements being made. Make-up exams must be taken when scheduled.

To prepare for examinations, attend lecture and read the chapters. At least 90% of the questions are taken directly from the reading material. Review the Chapter Review and Key Terms sections at the end of the chapters on which you are being tested.

If you are absent or late, you are responsible for getting the course notes, handouts, and laboratory assignments you missed.

Students with Disabilities: Kent State University recognizes its responsibility for creating an institutional climate in which students with disabilities can succeed. In accordance with University Policy, if you have a documented disability, you may request accommodations to obtain equal access and to promote your learning in this class. Please contact Robert Brindley, Coordinator, Academic Services and Career Planning, in room A104 or at or at (330) 339-3391 ext. 47433. After your eligibility for accommodations has been determined, you will be given a letter which, when presented to an instructor, will help that instructor know how best to assist you.

The following is a tentative schedule for the course. The instructor reserves the right to make schedule changes based on the needs of the students in the class.