Patrick Mahoney
City College
Room A17 E
(619) 388-3112
E-mail until 6/2/2008 - pmahoney@sdccd.edu.
After June 2, use the class WebCT E-mail to contact the Prof.

The instructor will NOT Add students to this CISC-181 class before the start of the class on June 2. Students will be added to this class by the SDCCD Online Office from the class waiting list as spaces open up. (As registered students withdraw). If the class is closed, add yourself to the Wait List!

A Bundle with 3 items [ISBN: 0-131359002; Cost slightly above $100] available at the City College bookstore, Room A-12, SD City College. The 3-items bundle will be available at the City College Bookstore [619.388.3548]. To see a City College Map with directions to campus, click this link.

This Bundle with 3 items [ISBN: 0-131359002; Cost slightly below $100] should also be available from the KB Books Store located at 1045 14th Street [(619) 232-8398] next to City College.

This Bundle with 3 items [ISBN: 0-131359002; Cost slightly above $100] is also available at the SDCCD Online Bookstore. The three items in the Bundle required for this class are:

1. Technology In Action, Complete, 4/E and Student CD Pkg [ISBN:0132253569 @2008]; by Evans, Martin, Poatsy; Prentice Hall Publishing {Publish Date: 1/11/2007; 704 pages}
2. Go! with Microsoft Office 2007 Introductory and Student CD Pkg [ISBN: 0131679996 @ 2008]; by Gaskin, Ferrett, Vargas, Marks; Prentice Hall Publishing {1504 pages}
3. Corporate Microsoft Office 2007 180 Day Trial Software [ISBN: 0135142598]

Each student should acquire these three required items before the start of this class on Monday, June 2. The schedule for Week-1 includes chapters from each textbook. Students who do not have their textbooks in the first week of class will be at a significant disadvantage and should probably consider taking another class (rather than this one).
 

Becoming Computer Fluent, Understanding Computer Parts, Using the Internet, Application Software, Using System Software, Understanding/Assessing Hardware, Networking and Security, Mobile Computing, System Hardware, Software Programming, Databases and Information Systems

Special Features Include:

- The History of the PC
- Digital Entertainment
- Computing Alternatives
- Protecting Your Computer
- Backing Up Your Data
- The Internet: How It Works
- Careers in IT

Required application software is MS Office 2007 Professional, which contains Word 2007, Excel 2007, Access 2007, and PowerPoint 2007. A 180 Day trial version of the MS Office 2007 software is provided as one of the three items in the required 3-item textbook bundle. Office 2007 Pro software is also available at the Learning Resource Center computers at City College, Mesa College, and Miramar College. Windows Operating System software (Windows XP or Windows Vista) and the latest version of an Internet Browser (Internet Explorer v7 preferred) are also required. Adobe Reader v8 is required to view much of the class material.

Additional Supporting Software Required:
In addition, you must have the following software installed on the computer you intend to use for class work.

• Adobe Reader v8.1.2 (Free download from Adobe), Macromedia Flash Player v9.0.124.0, & Shockwave Player v11 (Download Web Players from Adobe), File Compression Software
  • Windows XP has the compressed folder capability
  • Without Windows XP, Download WinZip shareware which is available from many sources, Download WinZip )
• Software for viewing Video files (should come with Windows or Apple Operating System Software)
• Java plug-in (Free Download from www.sun.com)
• Apple QuickTime Player for Multimedia Files (Download Free QT Player, Do NOT Buy QuickTime Pro)

Hardware and Software:
To successfully complete this online course, you will be required to meet the minimum hardware and software requirements. View Hardware and Software Requirements.

Internet Browser:
You must use a supported Internet browser in order to successfully work in WebCT, the online course management system for this course. To see a list of supported Internet browsers, click here. Internet Explorer v7 is recommended for this class.

There are 3 required items; 2 required textbooks and an 180 day trial version of MS Office 2007 Pro. The Concepts text (Technology in Action, Complete, Fourth Edition) is the basis for computer concepts quizzes and Internet projects. The Office text (Go! with Microsoft Office 2007, Introductory) will be the basis for application quizzes and application lab homework exercises. Application exercises will be completed using Word2007, Excel2007, Access2007, PowerPoint2007 in Office 2007 Professional. There will also be mini-projects on computer and internet topics using operating system (Windows XP or Windows Vista) and web browser (Internet Explorer or Netscape or Firefox) software.

In this course you will learn 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. Our objective is for students to develop an in-depth understanding of computers as essential components of society and of the business world. We will focus on the computer as a valuable productivity tool, recognize the personal computer's position as the backbone of the computer industry and emphasize its use a stand-alone and networked device. We will also present strategies for purchasing and maintaining a personal computer system, including networking these systems. This course also provides an overview of microcomputer applications including Microsoft Office 2007 Professional (Microsoft Word 2007, Microsoft Excel 2007, Microsoft Access 2007, and Microsoft PowerPoint 2007). 

This course is an introduction to basic principles and theory relating to problem solving and analysis in business organizations using computers and software packages. Emphasis is placed on computer organization, data processing systems, decision support systems, and systems analysis. Business software is reviewed with an emphasis on application suite systems including hands-on word processing, spreadsheet, database, graphics, and presentation applications. This course is intended for the transfer student planning to major in business, economics, or social science. (FT) Transfer Credit: CSU and/or private college/univ; UC (CAN CSCI 2, City,Mesa)

Course Specific Information

This course is delivered 100% online. This course will be conducted in an accelerated pace with assignments, projects, and quizzes due on or before every Wednesday and Sunday throughout the summer session. Make sure to purchase the text prior to the 1st day of class since assignments and quizzes will be due in the first week of class.

Attendance 

Students must log in to the course no later than June 4, 2008. Students who fail to log in on or before 6/4/08 @ 11:59 pm will be dropped.

 Computer Hardware

 This course requires that students have access to a computer with Windows XP with Service Pack 2 or Windows Vista. Students must have access to a computer with MS Office 2007 Professional. Macs are NOT acceptable in this course for the Office 2007 Pro assignments.

REGISTRATION DIRECTIONS:

1. Complete Online Application (for new SDCCD students). Go to Student Web Portal
   Receive registration appointment and instructions by email or mail.
   Register online at the Student Web Portal or
   by phone with ClassTalk, the District's phone registration system.
   ClassTalk (619) 624-2100
   ClassTalk HelpLine: City: (619) 388-3200 Mesa: (619) 388-2500 Miramar: (619) 388-7300
   Make sure you send in your tuition payment so that you don't lose your registration!
   Fees are $20.00 per unit for in California residents and $163 per unit for out of state tuition. The mandatory health service fee is currently $12 for the Summer 2008 .
   Order textbooks online. Visit our online bookstore.
   
2. Upon completion of registration with ClassTalk, and 10 days prior to the start of the semester, you will receive a postcard in the mail with login instructions.

You will not be able to login to your online course until 8 a.m. on the first day of the semester, June 2, 2008!!!
On the first day of class, go to: http://www.sdccdonline.net and click LOGIN.
Then click Log in to My WebCT.
Type your WebCT ID = 7-digit College Student Identification (CSID) number
Type your Password = mmddyyyy (birthdate with no hyphens, slashes, or spaces)
For example: 1010101 (CSID number used at registration)
 For example: 06231980 (password for birthdate June 23, 1980)
You must login to your online course the first week of the semester to avoid your enrollment being dropped

Course Schedule:
The SDCCD Online course schedule is also available on the Internet at: http://www.sdccdonline.net/schedule.htm

Prepare in Advance:

1. Make sure your computer is ready for the WebCT Vista course delivery system by completing the Browser tuneup. Disable pop-up blockers.
2. Become familiar with WebCT Vista Training.
3. Check the Frequently Asked Questions page.
4. Technical support is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week via https://www.sdccdonline.net/help or call toll-free 866-271-8794

CISC-181 is a demanding transfer course which requires a lot of organized student effort on an almost daily basis. This is an online class, not a self-paced class. You are expected to login to this class at least four times a week. There are several assignments and two quizzes scheduled for the first week. Late Work is Unacceptable!You must have regular access to the course-required software, including MS Office 2007 Pro. Earlier versions of MS Office WILL NOT SUFFICE. You should have MS Office 2007 Pro available from the start of class. You must also install the latest version of Adobe Reader. You must have the two required textbooks; part of the 3-item bundle for the class. You must have a regularly-available internet connection. You must have access to the required software.

Students taking this class must be aware of school policies with respect to plagiarism and academic cheating. College Procedure 3100.3, [copies can be obtained in the Office of the VP, Student Services], describes the Academic and Administrative Sanctions for students who are found to be cheating. Several students have been removed from recent CISC-181 classes with appropriate sanctions for using someone else's work or allowing their work to be used by another. You must NEVER use another student's file! You must NEVER allow any of your files to be used by another student! Please be alerted in advance!!! No exceptions!!!

WebCT Student Orientations