Syllabus
Business Computer Applications

Business Computer Applications

BCIS-1305

Credit Spring 2020
01/21/2020 - 05/17/2020

Course Information

Section 008
Lecture
TTh 17:30 - 18:45
HLC1 2412
Timothy Karagias

Section 008
Laboratory
TTh 18:45 - 19:15
HLC1 2412
Timothy Karagias

Office Hours

  • T Th
    1700 - 1730
    HLC rm 2412
    May also be in open computer lab
  • W
    1640 - 1740
    rsvg room 9138
    In class or open computer lab

Course Requirements

COURSE REQUIREMENTS

 

Simulations and Quizzes: They will be base in the technology lessons on the weekly basis.

 

Projects/Assignments: They will be base in every technology lesson on the weekly basis.

 

Group Projects: These projects will involve the use of word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and presentation graphics applications. It will involve a hands-on use of the application software.

 

 

3 – Concepts Exams

      #1 (Chapter 1 – 3, Appendix A) -100 points

      #2 (Chapter 4 – 6, Appendix C) -100 points

      #3 (Chapter 9 – 9 / Appendix B) -100 points

300 points

30%

Labs Simulations (15 of 18)  - 2 points each

Lab Quizes (15 of 18) - 10 points each

Lab Projects/Assignments (15 of 18)  - 8 points each

Excel (Access/PowerPoint/Word) Quiz - 100 points

 

400 points

40%

Group projects (35, 50, and 65 points)

150 points

15%

Final Exam (Exempt if 80% or better on Excel Quiz)

100 points

10%

Other/Participation 

50 points

5%

Total

 

100%

 

 

 

Grade Policy: The final course grade will be assigned based both on concepts and practical application. Written exams, homework practical guides, quizzes, and in class participation will be a part of the grade.  An overall grade will be assigned on the following grading scale:

 

90% - 100%

A

80% - 89%

B

70% - 79%

C

60% - 69%

D

0% - 59%

F

 

Readings

Required Textbook

 

 

Business Driven, Information Systems 6e

Author: Paige Baltzan

Publisher: McGraw-Hill, 2018.

ISBN-13: 978-0073402987

 

 

 

Course Subjects

Chapter 1 – Management Information Systems: Business Driven MIS

Chapter 2 – Decisions and Processes: Value Driven Business

Appendix A – Hardware and Software Basics

­­­Chapter 3 – Ebusiness: Electronic Business Value

Chapter 4 – Ethics and Information Security: MIS Business Concerns

Chapter 5 – Infrastructures: Sustainable Technologies

Appendix C – Designing Databases

Chapter 6 – Data: Business Intelligence

Appendix B – Networks and Telecommunications

Chapter 7 – Networks: Mobile Business

Chapter 8 – Enterprise Applications: Business Communications

Chapter 9 – Systems Development and Project Management: Corporate

Student Learning Outcomes/Learning Objectives

Course Objectives / Learning Outcomes: 

Gain familiarity with the concepts and terminology used in the development, implementation and operation of business application systems.

  • Explore various methods that Information Technology can be used to support existing businesses and strategies.
  • Investigate emerging technology in shaping new processes, strategies and business models.
  • Achieve hands-on experience with productivity/application software to enhance business activities.
  • Accomplish projects utilizing business theories, Internet resources and computer technology.
  • Work with simple design and development tasks for the main types of business information systems.
  • Develop an advanced information technology skill, focusing on office productivity software with emphasis on spreadsheet, database, and presentation software.
  • Develop advanced techniques for use in data analysis and decision-making using electronic spreadsheet and databases.