Computer Applications II Syllabus for 2023-2024
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Instructor Information

Office Location

<p>R. E. Byrd Business Building 323 C</p>

Office Hours

(806) 337-2116 - Cell (Call or Text)

Monday: 11:30 am - 2:30 pm
Tuesday, Thursday: 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Wednesday and Friday - by appointment

 

Course Information

COVID-19 Protocols

Recording Policy

Disability Statement

If you have a disability (learning, mental, physical) that affects your ability to participate effectively and have access to any program or service at Amarillo College please contact Disability Services at (806) 345-5639 . Our offices are located in the Enrollment Center, Suite 700. More information may be found at www.actx.edu/disability.
Disability Services facilitates access to all programs and services according to the ADA, Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, as well as other federal and state laws.

Amarillo College Web Accessibility Policy Statement

Amarillo College is committed to providing equal access to all programs and services, including all working, learning, and service environments that affect equal access for persons with disabilities. This commitment to provide equal access and opportunity for persons with disabilities is in compliance with federal and state law. Amarillo College also strives to provide Electronic and Information Resources (EIR) that are accessible to all authorized users.

If you find you are unable to access material in an accessible format please contact the Disability Services Office at (806) 345-5639 . This office will work in conjunction with other campus resources to address and accommodate your issue in a timely manner.

Statement for Mental Health and Advocacy & Resource Center:

As a student you may experience a range of issues that can cause barriers to learning, such as strained relationships, increased anxiety, alcohol/drug problems, feeling down, difficulty concentrating and/or lack of motivation. These mental health concerns or stressful events may lead to diminished academic performance or reduce a student's ability to participate in daily activities. Amarillo College offers services to assist you with addressing these and other concerns you may be experiencing. If you or someone you know are suffering from any of the aforementioned conditions, you can learn more about the broad range of confidential mental health services available on campus by calling the AC Counseling Center at 806-371-5900. The AC Counseling Center website is https://www.actx.edu/counseling/ . Also, if you are in need of social services (affordable housing, utilities, transportation, food, clothing, childcare, medical/dental/vision, legal), please call the AC Advocacy & Resource Center at 806-371-5439. The AC Advocacy & Resource Center website is https://www.actx.edu/arc

Amarillo College Tutoring for Success Policy:

Tutoring for Success applies to any student whose overall performance in the course falls below 75%. The instructor will create the task in the Student Engagement Portal (Watermark) to direct the student to the appropriate tutoring service, which may be faculty- or SI-led, discipline-specific, and/or general. The tutoring service assigned, the due date for when the tutoring must be completed, and the amount of tutoring required are at the discretion of the instructor. Additionally, the task will alert the student’s success team. Students who do not fulfill the assigned tutoring task may be subject to program- and course-specific penalties that could result in a grade reduction and/or in not being allowed to progress in the course until the tutoring requirement has been satisfied.

Administrative Drop Policy

Students who do not attend class on or prior to the census date will be administratively dropped. Effective Fall, 2016

Student Withdrawal Procedures

Students who wish to withdraw from a course must complete all steps indicated on the Academic Withdrawal Request form by the course withdrawal deadline.

NOTE: Students who are attending Texas institutions of higher education, for the first time fall 2007 and later, may not withdraw from more than six courses during their academic career. This withdrawal limitation does not include dual credit or developmental classes (Senate Bill 1231 Rule 4.10.) For more information on Drop and Withdrawal Policies, please visit the Registrar's Office Web site.

Privacy Statement

The Amarillo College Privacy Policy is found at https://www.actx.edu/-amarillo-college-privacy-notice , and applies to all Amarillo College students.  If you have questions about this privacy statement or you believe that your personal information has been released without your consent, send email to humanresources@actx.edu .

Course

POFI-1341-001 Computer Applications II

Prerequisites

Course Description

Continued study of current computer terminology and technology.  Advanced skill development in computer hardware, software applications, and procedures.  This course is designed to be repeated mulitple times to improve student proficiency.

Student ResourcesStudent Resources Website

Department Expectations

In this course, you are expected to read all assigned materials and agree to abide by the rules and guidelines presented in the department academic integrity policy; by submitting an assignment, you acknowledge this policy. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1VG1NSpxZzc8HDz_ElcnwYALIMYy-tCSl/view?usp=drive_link

Occupational License Disclaimer

Notice to Students enrolled in an educational program for preparation of issuance of certain occupational licenses:

Students enrolled in an educational program in preparation for obtaining certain occupational licenses are potentially ineligible for such license if the student has been convicted of an offense. For further information, please contact:

Melodie Graves
Justice Involved Advocate
Student Service Center 117
mgraves24@actx.edu
806-371-5995
Make appointment at https://melodiegraves.youcanbook.me

You can also contact the Legal Clinic, or the faculty member in charge of the educational program that you seek to enroll in. The further information you will receive will include notification to you of your right to request a criminal history evaluation letter from the licensing authority in order to clarify your particular situation.

Hours

(3 sem hrs; 2 lec, 3 lab)

Class Type

Tech Supported

Syllabus Information

Textbooks

All Curriculum is Online- No Textbook Required
In lieu of purchasing a Textbook, students will be required to complete the Project Management Essentials certification and turn in the Course completion document by the end of the class. 

The cost for taking the Foundations of Project Management Certification is $40. (The course duration is 3 to 4 weeks)

Supplies

Subscription to Foundations of Project Management certification. This will be purchased online - a link will be provided.
Cost: $39.99 per month

Access to a computing device - Windows PC/laptop, Chrome book or a MAC will work for this class

Internet connection

Notebook and Pen for Notes if needed, otherwise all supplies are provided in the computer lab.

Student Performance

By the end of the semester, students will be able to satisfactorily complete all of the learning outcomes required to use the different applications in the Google Suite/Workspace efficiently. Students will be comfortable using cloud based applications and storage drives.

This includes demonstrating knowledge in the following areas:

  • Google Drive
  • Google Docs
  • Google Sites
  • Google Meet
  • G-Mail
  • Google Sheets
  • Google Slides
  • Google Forms
  • Google Calendar
  • Google Keep  
  • Google Task.

 We will also cover business applications like PDF editors, Microsoft Onedrive, etc.

Students Rights and Responsibilities

Student Rights and Responsibilities

Log in using the AC Connect Portal

In order to receive your AC Connect Email, you must log in through AC Connect at https://acconnect.actx.edu .

If you are an active staff or faculty member according to Human Resources, use "Exchange". All other students, use "AC Connect (Google) Email".

Expected Student Behavior

Students are expected to maintain a high standard of individual honor in their scholastic work. Students who are guilty of cheating, plagiarism, copying, or dishonesty may receive a 0 on an assignment; may be excluded from class with a grade of F; or, in flagrant cases, may be suspended from the College.

The Faculty of the Business Technology Program (formerly Office Administration) reserve the right to ask a student to verify any portion of a test or assignment by reproducing any specific section or the entire test/assignment in question.

Any action that compromises the computer systems at Amarillo College, including but not limited to hacking or cracking, can result in a grade of "F" in this course and possible further disciplinary action.

Grading Criteria

Course grades will be assigned based upon the following criteria:

> 89.5 = A
>79.5  = B
>69.5  = C
>59.5  = D
<59.5  = F
 

Student evaluation is based upon the following assignments and weights:

  • Training Assignments  -  20%
  • Homework Assignments  -  30%
  • Weekly Quizzes  -  10%
  • Creative Learning Assignment - 10%
  • Final Exam, Course Completion - Project Management Essentials -  25%
  • Attendance  -  5%

A 10% penalty will be applied to all late work.

Attendance

All Week 1 assignments must be completed by Sunday of Week 1 (June 9 @ 11:59 pm), in order to be considered Present in the course. Failure to complete all assignments by this date may lead to an administrative drop from the course.

Check your course in Blackboard daily to see if you have any new announcements, assignments added.

Check your email daily.  The email address used by your instructor is the @amarillocollege.com email address issued to each AC student. Your instructor will communicate important course updates, guidance, and hints via email.
Emails are typically answered within 24 hours. If you do not receive a response within that timeframe, please resend your message as a reminder.

Students should plan on spending a minimum of 5-10 hours per week on this course.

  Complete assignments by the scheduled date/time. Late work is not accepted for all assignments.

Calendar

Week 1:

  • Google Drive
  • Google Docs

Week 2:

  • Google Docs
  • Google Sites

Week 3:

  • Google Meet (Hangout)
  • Google Calendar
  • Starting the course : Project Management Essentials: Week 1 completion

Week 4 :

  • Google Sheets
  • Project Management Essentials: Week 2 completion

Week 5

  • Google Sheets
  • Gmail
  • Project Management Essentials: Week 3 completion

Week 6:

  • Google Slides
  • Project Management Essentials: Week 4 completion

Weeks 7

  • Google Forms
  • Project Management Essentials: Certficate due

Week 8

  • Final Project
  • Final Exam
  • Completion documentation for the Project Management Essentials

**** Schedule is tentative and subject to change if needed ****

 

Additional Information

IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER:
June 5               :    Summer Online Classes Begin
June 12             :    Census Day (Administrative Drop for Non-Attendance)
June 19             :    Juneteenth (AC Closed)
July 3                :    Summer 2 Classes Begin
July 4                :    Independence Day Holiday (AC Closed)
July 19              :    Last Day to Withdraw
July 28              :    Last Day of Summer Online Courses

TECHNOLOGY & COMPUTING ISSUES
  • The Underground: AC's new student technology/collaboration lab in the basement of the Ware Student Commons on the Washington Street Campus:  http://www.actx.edu/underground
  • Computer Services Center: Located within the AC Bookstore, trained staff will diagnose computer-related issues and repair problems on a fee-for-service basis. Laptop rentals are also available. Visit the Computer Services Center website for additional details: https://www.actx.edu/bookstore/computer-service-center.
  • Student & Faculty Help Center: Located on the first floor of Ware Student Commons, the Help Center provides technical support to students and faculty. The Help Center offers assistance in logging into AC Connect, Blackboard, resetting passwords, and general computing and software questions. Visit the Student & Faculty Help Center website at https://www.actx.edu/ctl/helpcenter.
COURSE ASSISTANCE
PERSONAL ISSUES
  • Advocacy & Resource Center: The Advocacy & Resource Center is located on the first floor of Ware Student Commons. A variety of resources are available in the areas of social services, a food pantry, a clothing closet, and adult student programs. Visit the Advocacy & Resource Center website at http://www.actx.edu/arc/advocacy-and-resource-center.
  • Counseling Center: At the Counseling Center, student and counselor work together to develop more personal awareness and the skills needed to overcome barriers to success. All services are free and confidential. Visit the Counseling Center website at: https://www.actx.edu/counseling/index.php.
  • Legal Clinic: The Legal Clinic is a free, walk-in clinic assisting enrolled AC students on various legal issues including family law, immigration, probate, landlord-tenant issues, and general legal matters. Visit the Legal Clinic website at https://www.actx.edu/legalstudies/legal-student-intership.

Syllabus Created on:

06/02/24 10:08 PM

Last Edited on:

06/02/24 10:22 PM