NORTH CENTRAL TEXAS COLLEGE COURSE SYLLABUS
Course Title:	Business Computer Applications
Course Prefix & Number:		BCIS1305	Section Number:	310	Semester/Year:	FA/2020
Semester Credit Hours:		3	Lecture Hours:	2	Lab Hours:	2
Course Description (NCTC Catalog):  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.  32 lecture hours + 32 laboratory hours.
Course Prerequisite(s): High School Algebra, Geometry or Business Mathematics
Required Course Materials (the materials listed below are not optional for this course and are essential to completing assignments): Access to a working computer Internet Access    MS Office Professional 365/2019 software which includes MS Access (required) MS Access software is not available on MAC computers Students who have MAC computers will need to locate a PC computer with MS Office including MS Access to complete three MS Access projects MS Access is included in the Student Version of MS Office How to download Office Suite from the Office 365 account Go to OneLogin account on MyNCTC On main screen click on Install Office Select Office 365 apps If the download does not work, please contact Information Technology Services at NCTC Keyboarding skills (if you lack keyboarding skills, you can learn this skill quickly using a free online software such as:  https://www.typingclub.com/) eTextbook with SIMnet Access Card:  Book (eTextbook, no hard copy) and Access card purchased at time of enrollment through IncludEd Cheri Manning, Catherine Manning Swinson; “Microsoft Office 365 - A Skills Approach 2019” SIMnet access card included with eTextbook Recommended Course Materials (materials listed below are optional): Flash drive:  Strongly recommended students do not use the college server to store your documents Notebook and pen:  notetaking   Students who are not familiar with technology or uncomfortable with technology would be best suited to taking this course face-to-face or synchronously.

 

INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION

Name of Instructor:		Linda Janoe
Campus/Office Location:	Corinth Campus – Room 331B
Telephone Number:	940-498-6427
E-mail Address:	ljanoe@nctc.edu

 

CLASSROOM HOURS

Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday
IMED 1316.400 9:00-10:50	BCIS 1305.600 11:00-12:50	IMED 1316.400 9:00-10:50	BCIS 1305.600 11:00-12:50
	BCIS 1305.390 6:30-8:30
Online sections include:  BCIS 1305.310, BCIS 1305.340, BCIS 1305.341, BCIS 1305.398, IMED1316.310

 

 

LAB HOURS Room 253:  (limit 8 students)

Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday
	4:30-6:30 Pre-scheduling required
Online Office Hours
Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday
11:00-1:00	1:00-3:00	11:00-1:00	9:00-11:00 1:00-3:00	10:00-12:00
Students should call or email for an appointment or to meet for possible different hours.

 

 

STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES (From Academic Course Guide Manual/Workforce Education Course Manual/NCTC Catalog

At the successful completion of this course the student will be able to:
1	Describe the fundamentals of Information Technology (IT) infrastructure components: hardware, software, and data communications systems.
2	Explain the guiding principles of professional behavior in computing.
3	Demonstrate proper file management techniques to manipulate electronic files and folders in a local and networked environment.
4	Use business productivity software to manipulate data and find solutions to business problems.
5	Explain the concepts and terminology used in the operation of application systems in a business environment.
6	Identify emerging technologies for use in business applications.
7	Complete projects that integrate business software applications.

 

GRADING CRITERIA

# of Graded Course Elements	Graded Course Elements	Percentage or Point Values
21	Chapter Lessons (23 lessons)	10%
3	Discussion Forums (4 discussions, 1 is extra credit)	10%
21	Practicum Exams (23 exams)	35%
9	Projects	15%
3	Quizzes	10%
1	Final Project	10%
1	Final Exam	10%
There are two extra credit assignments available for students to improve their grade.  The assignments can be found in Excel 2019 module in Canvas.
Final% A = > 89.5 B = 79.5 – 89.49 C = 69.5 – 79.49 D = 59.5 – 69.59 F = < 59.49	Grading is weighted per assignment type and is point driven. The maximum number of points may vary semester to semester.  Your total earned points per graded course element will be divided by the maximum number of points graded course element. The calculation from each element will be multiplied by assigned weighted percentage and then added together for total grade.
Grading policy may be amended during the semester at the instructor’s discretion Announcements/information disseminated during class will take precedence over the syllabus No picture taking, video recording, or audio recording unless accommodations are provided by OSD or with instructor permission Assignment grade appeals should be made within 48 hours after the assignment is graded Overall grade appeals should be made within 48 hours after the enrolled term ends

 

COURSE SUBJECT OUTLINE (Major Assignments, Due Dates, and Grading Criteria)

Assignment	Points
Essential Skills	19
Word - Chapter 1 - Getting Started with Word	16
Word - Chapter 2 - Formatting Text and Paragraphs	20
Word - Chapter 3 - Formatting Documents	20
Word - Chapter 4 - Working with Pictures, Tables, and Charts	23
Word - Chapter 5 - Working with Reports, References, and Mailings	21
Word – Addendum - Mailings	7
Discussion Forum #1 (DF #1) Extra Credit	20
Discussion Forum #2 (DF #2)	20
Quiz 1	50
Word 2019 Skills Approach - Ch 4 Challenge Yourself 4.2	25
Word 365/2019 Capstone – Level 2 Writing a Research Paper	39
Essential Skills	27
Word Ch 1 2019	30
Word Ch 2 2019	28
Word Ch 3 2019	25
Word Ch 4 2019	30
Word Ch 5 2019	30
Excel - Chapter 1 - Getting Started with Excel 2019	20
Excel - Chapter 2 - Formatting Cells	22
Excel - Chapter 3 - Using Formulas and Functions	20
Excel - Chapter 4 - Formatting Worksheets and Managing the Workbook	22
Excel - Chapter 5 - Adding Charts and Analyzing Data	22
Excel – Chapter 8 – Exploring Advanced Data Analysis	25
Excel – Chapter 10 – Working with Tables	10
Excel Ch 1 2019	40
Excel Ch 2 2019	40
Excel Ch 3 2019	32
Excel Ch 4 2019	37
Excel Ch 5 2019	35
Excel Ch 8 2019	30
Excel Ch 10 2019	19
Excel 2019 Skills Approach - Ch 3 Challenge Yourself 3.3	35
Excel 2019 Skills Approach - Ch 5 Skill Review 5.2	27
Excel 2016 Skills Approach - Ch 8 Challenge Yourself 8.4	27
Excel 2019 Skills Approach - Ch 10 Skill Review 10.2	14
Access - Chapter 1 - Getting Started with Access 2019	20
Access - Chapter 2 - Working with Tables	19
Access - Chapter 3 - Working with Forms and Reports	22
Access - Chapter 4 - Using Queries and Organizing Information	22
Access - Chapter 5 – Exploring Advanced Tables and Queries	17
Discussion Forum #3 (DF# 3)	20
Access 2019 Skills Approach - Ch 2 Skill Review 2.1	33
Access 2019 Skills Approach - Ch 4 Fix It 4.6	14
Office 2016 Integrated Applications – Project 2 Word, Access, Excel	42
Quiz 2	50
Access Ch 1 2019	40
Access Ch 2 2019	29
Access Ch 3 2019	32
Access Ch 4 2019	25
Access Ch 5 2019	25
PowerPoint - Chapter 1 - Getting Started with PowerPoint 2019	19
PowerPoint - Chapter 2 - Adding Content to Slides	20
PowerPoint - Chapter 3 - Formatting Presentations	19
PowerPoint - Chapter 4 - Managing and Delivering Presentations	20
Emerging Technology Topic (post topic to discussion forum)	-
Quiz 3	50
Discussion Forum #4 (DF #4)	20
Final Project – Emerging Technology	100
PowerPoint Ch 1 2019	32
PowerPoint Ch 2 2019	30
PowerPoint Ch 3 2019	29
PowerPoint Ch 4 2019	30
Final Exam	100
SimPath Chapter 6	EC
SimPath Chapter 7	EC

 

 

ATTENDANCE POLICY

 

Regular and punctual attendance is expected of all students in all classes for which they have registered.  All absences are considered to be unauthorized unless the student is absent due to illness or emergencies as determined by the instructor.  It is the student responsibility to provide documentation as to the emergency for approval and judgement by the faculty member.  Approved college sponsored activities are the only absences for which a student should not be held liable and only when provided by a college official ahead of the absence.  Valid reasons for absence, however, do not relieve the student of the responsibility for making up required work.  Students will not be allowed to make up an examination missed due to absence unless they have reasons acceptable to the instructor.  A student who is compelled to be absent when a test is given should petition the instructor, in advance if possible, for permission to postpone the exam.  Student will be dropped from a class by the Registrar upon recommendation of the instructor who feels the student has been justifiably absent or tardy a sufficient number of times to preclude meeting the course’s objectives. Persistent, unjustified absences from classes or laboratories will be considered sufficient cause for College officials to drop a student from the rolls of the College. From Board Policy FC (LOCAL)

Absences

NCTC drops students who have not attended class before the “Official Date of Record” when rolls are certified.  Students in face-to-face, hybrid, synchronous, and online must attend class in order to be counted for roll certification.  Students in face-to-face classes including hybrid classes must attend class; completing assignments outside of class does not count toward attendance.  Synchronous students will meet online and should have camera on with sound muted to count as present.

 16 Week Synchronous & Face-to-face Students:  Students absent (excused or unexcused) for TEN classes may receive an “F” for the course or be dropped from the course for classes that meet twice a week for a full semester. 

8 Week Synchronous, Face-to-face, & Hybrid Students:  Students absent (excused or unexcused) for FIVE classes may receive an “F” for the course or be dropped from the course for classes that meet once a week for a full semester or twice a week for an 8-week semester. 

16 Week Hybrid & Online Students:  Chapter Lesson assignments and Exams will be used to determine regular attendance for online students and the FIVE classes missed will apply for absences.  

 

DISABILITY SERVICES (Office for Students with Disabilities)

 

The Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD) provides support services for students with disabilities, students enrolled in technical areas of study, and students who are classified as special populations (i.e. single parents). 

Support services for students with disabilities might include appropriate and reasonable accommodations, or they may be in the form of personal counseling, academic counseling, career counseling, etc.  Furthermore, OSD Counselors work with students to encourage self-advocacy and promote empowerment. The Counselors also provides resource information, disability-related information, and adaptive technology for students who qualify. 

If you feel you have needs for services that the institution provides, please reach out to either Wayne Smith (940) 498-6207 or Yvonne Sandman (940) 668-4321.  Alternative students may stop by Room 170 in Corinth or Room 110 in Gainesville.

CORE CURRICULUM FOUNDATIONAL COMPONENT AREA (For classes in the Core)________        

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Communication Mathematics Creative Arts American History Government/Political Science

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Life and Physical Science Language, Philosophy & Culture Social and Behavioral Sciences Component Area Option

 

REQUIRED CORE OBJECTIVES (For classes in the Core)

 

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Critical Thinking Communication  Empirical and Quantitative

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Teamwork  Personal Responsibility Social Responsibility

 

COURSE TYPE

 

☒          Academic General Education Course (from ACGM but not in NCTC Core)

☐          Academic NCTC Core Curriculum Course 

☐          WECM Course

 

STUDENT HANDBOOK

 

Students are expected to follow all rules and regulations found in the student handbook and published online.

 

ACADEMIC DISHONESTY

 

Scholastic dishonesty shall include, but is not limited to cheating, plagiarism, academic falsification, intellectual property dishonesty, academic dishonesty facilitation and collusion.  Faculty members may document and bring charges against a student who is engaged in or is suspected to be engaged in academic dishonesty.  See Student Handbook, “Student Rights & Responsibilities: Student Conduct ([FLB(LOCAL)]”.  

 

Consequences for academic dishonesty may include:

1. An “F” for the course
2. Scholastic Dishonesty report
3. Zero on assignment

 

Student Success Center

The Student Success Center is designed to help all students at NCTC develop tools to achieve their academic goals. The center links students to FREE tutoring, including a Writing Center, a Math Lab, and free online tutoring.  The program helps students acclimate to college by providing free interactive online workshops. For more information, please visit your nearest Student Success Center.

 

Student Success offers academic coaching, tutoring, including a Writing Center, and a Math Lab to assist new students acclimate to college by providing computer lab services for prospective students. http://www.nctc.edu/student-services/student-success/tutoring/index.html

First generation students can also participate in TRIO which offers specialized services.

http://www.nctc.edu/student-services/trio-student-support-services.html

 

Completion Center

The NCTC Completion Center is a comprehensive student engagement program that increases retention and completion rates of first-time, low income students. Services include:

Success coaching to address students’ academic and non-academic challenges and issues; Success Seminars, and a centralized career readiness and job placement program.

http://www.nctc.edu/student-services/completion-center/index.html

 

Career Services Center

The NCTC Career Services Center is the place you can go for educational and career planning. Services include: Career/Degree Exploration, Job Search Tools and Resources, Resume and Professional Portfolio Development, Interview Skills and Preparation. Our Career Advisors partner with you in making your educational journey an efficient process towards a rewarding career. http://www.nctc.edu/career-services/index.html

 

Counseling and Advising

Support Services, Counseling and Advising staff offer a variety of services to current and prospective students, such as College 101, placement testing, academic advising and course registration, transfer assistance, and College Success seminars (Time Management, Study Skills, Test Anxiety, Choosing a Major, Learning Style Strategies, Career Exploration) and much more.  http://www.nctc.edu/counseling-advising/index.html 

 

Testing Service Center

The mission of NCTC Testing Services is to provide high-quality testing services that adhere to the professional standards and guidelines to meet the needs of students, faculty, and community members. http://www.nctc.edu/testing-center/index.html

 

Early Alert and CARES          

The NCTC Early Alert program assists students who are at risk of failing or withdrawing from a course. Faculty and staff may refer students through the Early Alert process at any point in the semester in an effort to provide appropriate intervention and access to support services. Examples of behaviors that could prompt an Early Alert referral could be missing assignments, failing tests, excessive absences, or personal circumstances impacting academic performance. A student submitted as an Early Alert will be contacted by an academic advisor or success coach through text, phone, and/or via their NCTC e-mail address to discuss any current challenges as well as helpful resources and success strategies-we want our students to finish strong and know that education is a partnership!

 

The NCTC CARES (Campus Assessment Response Evaluation Services) Team is concerned not only about our students' academic success, but also their emotional and physical well-being. The CARES Team promotes a safe learning environment for students, faculty, and staff and is committed to taking a proactive approach in helping our students succeed by addressing the mental, emotional or psychological health and safety of the NCTC community. As a student, you have the ability to report concerning behavior which could impact your own safety or the safety of another NCTC student, such as stalking, harassment, physical or emotional abuse, violent or threatening behavior, or self-harm. Visit the NCTC CARES site to also locate campus and community resources, or email counseling@nctc.edu to get in touch with a member of the CARES Team directly.  As always, if you feel there is an immediate threat to your own safety or welfare (or to another student), please call 911 immediately.

 

 

Financial Aid

Financial Aid offers financial resources for students that qualify, visit the financial aid offices for more information.   http://www.nctc.edu/financial-aid/index.html

 

Student Success

At NCTC, student success​ is progress towards collegiate goals, reached in an affordable and timely manner, under professional guidance, empowering students to serve skillfully in their chosen role within their community

 

Equity

NCTC defines equity as encompassing the practice of acknowledging individual differences and systemic disparities when developing new programs and resources for our campus community, which may sometimes challenge our own beliefs and assumptions, in order to ensure balanced educational opportunities toward completion.

 

Affinity Groups

Staff and faculty representing the Employee Resource Groups (ERG’s), along with academic advisors, counselors and success coaches, serve as mentors for NCTC’s student-centered ​Affinity Groups​.

 

An ​Affinity Group​ is a population of students who have specific needs, barriers or systems they are needing to navigate not only within college, but within life. Providing mentorship, support and resources for identified Affinity Groups such as Black/African American students, veterans and active military, single parents, students with disabilities, adult learners, Latinx, LGBTQ+ and students who have experienced foster care and/or homelessness, enables us to make more impactful, meaningful connections with students who are in dire need of equity and understanding.

 

COVID-19 Specific Syllabi Statements Fall 2020

 

 

Potential Conversion of Onsite Classes to Online/Remote Format: North Central Texas College students should be aware that in the event of a college closure due to COVID-19, onsite classes will be converted to an online/remote format. Students should plan ahead to ensure they have access to the computer equipment (either PC, MAC, or tablet), webcam, and internet connectivity to continue their classes in an online/remote format. Please read all your official North Central Texas College student emails as the transition from onsite to online/remote might require a reorganization in your personal situation. Students will be granted a 72-hour transition and grace period. Online classes will continue as scheduled without disruption. Wear a mask, stay safe, and contact your Instructor as the situation arises. These policies and procedures were updated on July 30, 2020 and are subject to change.

 

Syllabi Statement Regarding Face Coverings: Per the North Central Texas College guidance on face coverings on campus, in the instructional setting, faculty and students must wear face coverings, such as masks or face shields. Students without coverings, or those who do not comply with the rules relating to face coverings, will not be able to participate in on-campus classroom activities. To request an exception to this requirement, students should contact the NCTC HR Office of Enrollment Management (ccove@nctc.edu). Failure to comply with the face coverings requirement may result in the Instructor directing the student to leave the classroom. Any student asked to leave the classroom may be referred to the student conduct officer. These policies and procedures were updated on July 30, 2020 and are subject to change.

 

Temporary COVID-19 Attendance Policy for Face-to-Face Meetings: We are facing an unprecedented situation in which all of us must be flexible and make prudent decisions in the best interest of our families, our campus, and our community. In light of this, North Central Texas College is temporarily establishing the requirement that faculty keep records of student attendance for face-to-face course meetings as well as a documented seating chart. In addition, students who are sick or need to quarantine should not attend classes. Students will not be required to provide formal documentation from a health care provider and will not be penalized for COVID-19 related absences when proper notification to campus health officials is made in accordance with the guidelines stated below.

 

Faculty will:

 

• Notify students about important course information and delivery changes through Canvas and campus email.

 

Students should:

• Provide notification to campus officials (via NCTC Daily Health Check protocol through Canvas) if they have tested positive for COVID-19 or have to quarantine so we can confirm reported absence with instructors, monitor, and assist the campus community.
• Notify instructors in advance of the absence.
• Connect with that class through Webex if the class session is being transmitted in a hybrid fashion.
• Keep up with and/or make up missed classwork or assignments.
• Submit assignments digitally through Canvas or other means as announced by your instructor.
• Work with their instructors to reschedule exams, labs, and other critical academic activities described in the course syllabus.
• Check Canvas and campus email daily to receive important announcements pertaining to the course.

During this period, faculty with face-to-face meetings will establish assigned seating/work stations to facilitate roll-taking, and, if necessary, contact tracing. Additionally, we ask all members of the College community to be attentive to their health, and safeguard others, by following the CDC’s guideline to “stay home when you are sick.” You should stay home if you have symptoms. More information on what to do if you are sick is available at the CDC’s website.

 

Additional NCTC information is available at http://www.nctc.edu/coronavirus/index.html

 

QUESTIONS, CONCERNS, or COMPLAINTS

Name of Chair/Coordinator:	Susan Svane
Office Location:	Corinth, Room 233
Telephone Number:	940-498-6292
E-mail Address:	ssvane@nctc.edu
Name of Instructional Dean:	Debbie Huffman
Office Location:	Gainesville
Telephone Number:	940-668-3357
E-mail Address:	dhuffman@nctc.edu