pats spring 2021 syllabus LifePath

BCIS 1305, Business CATALOG DESCRIPTION: BCIS 1305 Business Computer
Computer Applications Applications (3 SCH version) Introduces and develops
foundational skills in applying essential and emerging business
productivity information technology tools. The focus of this
course is on business productivity software applications,
including word processing, spreadsheets, databases,
presentation graphics, data analytics, and business-oriented
utilization of the internet. (BCIS 1305 is included in the Business
Field of Study.)

Credit Hours: 3 credit hours Orientation and class information for distance learning
classes only: Distance learning classes are located
Prerequisites: None through the My Lonestar Homepage
(http://my.lonestar.edu). Log in and select LSC – Online,
Semester and Year: Fall 2020 View My Online Classes to get into your distance learning
class in Desire 2 Learn (D2L).
Class Days and Times: LifePath (fall 2020 and spring
2011); Monday in S266 and online in D2L on During a 16-week semester (fall 2020 and
Wednesdays; all class times area 9 – 11:20 am spring 2021 are considered separate
(attendance required) semesters), you can plan on spending 10+
hours per week on the activities for this
Instructor: Pat Rajski Lyon course. Time spent will vary according to
your current level of knowledge and skills.
Office Location: Tomball College, E210M

Office Hours: See Announcement in D2L; TBA

E-mail: [email protected]

Office phone: 281-357-3610

COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (as established by The Higher Education Coordination Board of the state of
Texas): The student will be able to

1. Describe the fundamentals of information technology concepts – hardware, software, security, and
privacy.

2. Demonstrate proper file management techniques to manipulate electronic files and folders in local,
network, and online environments.

3. Create business documents with word processing software using spelling and grammar check, format
and layout, tables, citations, graphics, and mail merge.

4. Create business documents and analyze data with spreadsheet software using (1) tables, sorting,
filtering, charts and graphics, pivot tables, macros; (2) statistical, financial, logical and look-up functions
and formulas; and (3) add-ins.

5. Create business multimedia presentations with presentation software using templates, lists, groups,
themes, colors, clip art, pictures, tables, transitions, animation, video, charts, and views.

6. Create databases and manage data with database software using tables, fields, relationships, indexes,
keys, views, queries, forms, reports, and import/export functions.

7. Integrate business software applications.
8. Use web-based technologies to conduct ethical business research.
9. Use “goal seeking” and “what-if analysis” to solve problems and make adjustments and/or

recommendations in a business environment.

REQUIRED TEXTBOOKS AND/OR MATERIALS:

1. This course does not require any paper books. It will require an access code from
Cengage Publishers (which includes two ebooks and the training/assessment program).
You purchase this access code from the Tomball Bookstore or online through D2L during
the first week of the semester.

Carey/Pinard/Shaffer/Shellman/Vodnik - MindTap for Carey/Pinard/Shaffer/Shellman/Vodnik's The New
Perspectives Collection, Microsoft® Office 365® & Office 2019, ISBN 9780357700013 (12 months Cengage
Unlimited)

2. Access to a web cam and microphone
3. Storage Media: USB storage media, cloud storage (or hard drive for Distance Learning students

only)
4. Three-ring notebook or folder for notes, handouts, etc.
A student of this institution is not under any obligation to purchase a textbook from a Lone Star
College affiliated bookstore. The same textbook may also be available from an independent
retailer, including an online retailer.

Final Grade Rubric

EVALUATION: 12.5% 12.5% Unit 1
Unit 2
Evaluation is based on the 12.5% 12.5% Unit 3
average of the activities Unit 4
within each of the eight units 12.5% 12.5% Unit 5
and class participation and Unit 6
attendance (discussions in a 12.5% 12.5% Unit 7
distance learning class). Patricipation/Discussions

Grade Elements
(average of activities within each unit will count 12.5% toward semester average)

Unit 1: Operating Systems and File Management Unit 5: Excel (spreadsheet software)

Unit 2: Word (word processing software) Uni 6: Access (database software)

Unit 3: Research Report Unit 7: Computer Concepts and Terminology

Unit 4: PowerPoint (presentation software) Participation/Attendance

Spring 2021 covers PowerPoint Module 5 and Integrated Project plus Units 5-7.

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Unit Activities

Units 1-2 and 4-6 activities include reading ebook chapter, SAM Training, SAM Exam (can
be taken twice with highest grade recorded), and quiz (can be taken up to 10 times with
hightest grade recorded).

Unit 3 is a research report from topic selected from list provided by instructor. Draft will
be submitted to instructor and OnLine Writing Center and, after revising, final version is
submitted. See Gradesheet in D2L for grading information.

Unit 7 activities include reading the chapter, filling in chapter outline (optional for extra
credit), view viedos, quiz (can be taken up to 10 times with highest grade recorded) and
other activities as assigned.

Participation/attendance/discussions includes participating in at least five discussions,
virtual office hours, and hits to D2L (for distance learning classes). Participation/
attendance in class meetings on line (as specified in schedule) for synchronous courses
will be recorded.

Letter Grade Assignment A ATTENDANCE POLICY:
(90-100) Regular attendance is expected for students to successfully complete the
course objectives; this includes actively participating in class activities.
B Attendance and punctuality are qualities expected of all employees and,
(80-89) therefore, are expected of students as well. Should you anticipate an
absence, please notify the instructor in advance. An excessive number of
C absences will prohibit the successful completion of this course. If you
(70-79) should miss a class, it is the student’s responsibility to obtain lecture notes
and assignments from within Desire 2 Learn (D2L) or from a classmate.
D
(69-60) Distance learning students: Participation in at least five (5 discussions)
is required. See D2L for Guidelines for Discussions.

F
59 & Below

LSC-Tomball Resources LSC-Creekside Resources
Due to COVID-19 Campus Closure, all services have Due to COVID-19 Campus Closure, all services
have been temporarily moved online. Please visit
been temporarily moved online. Please visit
https://www.lonestar.edu/Learning-Tomball https://www.lonestar.edu/Learning-Tomball

SYLLABUS CHANGES: MAKE-UP TESTS:

While every attempt is made to prepare Late Assignments:Students should contact the instructor prior to missing

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FOR ADVISING ON THIS PROGRAM AT LONESTAR CONTACT:
o Technology Department Chair: Lindell Chapman, [email protected], 281-357-3756
o Course Lead Instructor: Pat Rajski Lyon, [email protected], 281-357-3610
o There is also information at www.lonestar.edu

CB&I DEAN & SUPPORT STAFF:
o Division Dean, Jill Riethmayer: [email protected], 281-351-3342
o Division DOM, Amy Galaviz: [email protected], 832-761-6614
o Division DOS, Heather Jackson: [email protected], 832-761-6612

Withdrawal Policy

Withdrawal from the course after the official day of record will result in a final grade of “W” on the student transcript
and no credit will be awarded. Prior to the official day of record, it is the student’s responsibility to initiate and
complete a request for withdrawal from any course. The last day to drop this course with a “W” is November 9, 2020
for a 16-week course first summer session.

If you are considered a first-time college student, a new law was passed in Fall 2007 that limits to six the number of
courses you may drop (withdraw with a grade of "W") while enrolled at any Texas public institution of higher
education. A first-time college student is a student not currently enrolled in high school and who has never taken a
college or university course anywhere at any time.

If you consider dropping this course during course during the semester, you might want to go to advising prior to
dropping and get information about the Six-Drop Rule.

For more information about FERPA. Title IX, Academic Integrity, Academic Appeals, ADA 504/408, Emergency
Procedures and Concealed Carry, please use this link http://www.lonestar.edu/syllabus-policies

Lone Star College COVID-19 Prevention Expectations

Lone Star College is dedicated to the health and safety of all employees and students with a strong commitment to student
engagement and success. In coordination with federal, state, and local mandates and guidelines, Lone Star College has established
general COVID-19 prevention expectations below. Campus-specific COVID-19 protocols shall be provided to you by campus
presidents.

The expectations and protocols may be changed as the COVID-19 situation evolves. Please direct campus protocol questions to the
campus president.

Lone Star College supports students with online tutoring, online bookstore access, online library resources, with access to Office 365
available. Information about tutoring and available resources may be found at https://www.lonestar.edu/Student-Resources.htm.

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Lone Star College implemented the COVID-19 Prevention Expectations listed below for students attending class on a Lone Star
College campus during the 2020 Fall Semester and will continue through the 2021 Spring Semester. Be sure to stay home if you are
feeling ill or if you have been exposed to someone who has tested positive for illness.

On-Campus and In the Classroom*
• You must properly wear a mask that adequately covers your mouth and nose.
o You should put your mask on upon exiting your vehicle in the campus parking lot. Unless otherwise provided
by law, you will not be allowed on a campus or remain on a campus without a mask.
o If you need a mask, the campus will provide you one at the designated campus entry checkpoint.
o Failing to wear a mask or refusing to wear a mask while on a Lone Star College campus is considered a Student
Conduct Code violation.
• Proceed to the designated campus entry checkpoint.
• You must submit to a temperature check at the Campus Screening Checkpoint.
• You should stay at least six feet from others while on campus.
• You should sanitize your hands regularly, but especially prior to entering a classroom and when leaving.

Notifications of Possible Exposure
• Lone Star College will notify you of possible exposure to COVID-19 if a person who was in your area of campus while
you were on campus tested positive.
• In case of building closure, your instructor will notify you of the plan for continuing the course.

*For purposes of this document, “campus” and “on-campus” includes both indoor and outdoor spaces located on a Lone Star College property

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BCIS 1305 Spring 2021 LifePath Class Schedule
Tentative Schedule; See D2L for Exact Due Dates

Due Date Class Activity (exact due dates posted on individual activities within D2l)

Spring 2021 Semester
1/18 MLK Holiday (no class)
1/25 PowerPoint Module 5
1/31 PowerPoint Capstone Project
2/7 Unit 5, Excel Module 1
2/14 Unit 5, Excel Module 2
2/21 Unit 5, Excel Module 3
2/28 Unit 5, Excel Module 4
3/7 Unit 5, Excel Module 5
3/14 Unit 6, Access Module 1
3/15 to 3/21 Spring Break (no classes)
3/28 Unit 6, Access Module 2
4/4 Unit 6, Access Module 3
4/2 to 4/4 Spring Holidays (Easter)
4/11 Unit 6, Access Module 4
4/18 Unit 6, Access Appendix
4/25 Unit 7: Computer Hardware
5/2 Unit 7: Software and Apps
5/13 Unit 7: Security and Safety
Final Exam Week (only one class meeting on Monday)

This schedule can be revised at any time at the discretion of the instructor, and students will be provided with a revised schedule.

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