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CGS-2531 Problem Solving with Computer Software. Course Coordinator: Dr. Manuel E. Bermúdez Head Teaching Assistant: Jason Yu-Tseh Chi Instructors: Paul Accisano Andrew Robb Tao Chen Diego Rivera Vishak Sivakumar Nuri Yeralan Contact info and office hours: Syllabus.
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CGS-2531Problem Solving with Computer Software Course Coordinator: Dr. Manuel E. Bermúdez Head Teaching Assistant: Jason Yu-Tseh Chi Instructors: Paul Accisano Andrew Robb Tao Chen Diego Rivera Vishak Sivakumar Nuri Yeralan Contact info and office hours: Syllabus
CGS-2531Problem Solving with Computer Software Course Goals: Gain proficiency in Office 2007: Text Editing and Formatting (Word), Spreadsheet and Database Management (Excel), Presentation Preparation (PowerPoint) NO Microsoft Access. Basic Knowledge of Computer Technology: Components of a Computer Understanding Hardware Networking and Security
CGS-2531Problem Solving with Computer Software • Textbook: • Exploring Office 2007 6e (customized package) ,Pearson: • Exploring Office 2007 Vol. 1 • www.myitlab.com Student Access code • 3 PHIT Tips laminated crib sheets (study cards):
CGS-2531Problem Solving with Computer Software • Textbook: • You can purchase separately, or used. • Minimal exam preparation: sample exam. Thorough exam preparation: exercises in the book. • (A few) copies in Science Library. • www.Myitlab.com: • ALL homework assignments will be on this site. • Windows 2000, XP, Vista, Internet Explorer 6, 7, 8. • Myitlab software installed in all campus CIRCA labs. • PHIT Tips crib sheets: • Allowed in exams. Considered unnecessary by some.
CGS-2531Problem Solving with Computer Software • Topics: • Office Fundamentals: Exploring Office Ch 1. • Word: Chapters 1-5 (see myitlab site for Ch. 5) • Excel: Chapters 1-6 (see Myitlab site for Chs. 5-6) • PowerPoint: Chapters 1-3. • Computing Technology: Chapters 2,6,7 (see Myitlab site) • Exams: • October 5, November 4, December 8 (evening hours) • Closed book, PHIT Tips (no copies) allowed. • Makeups only for documented medical conditions, and • UF-sanctioned activities.
CGS-2531Problem Solving with Computer Software • Homework: • Done ONLY on myitlab site. • No late homework accepted. • Strong advice: • Do the exercises on the myitlab site, • Start and finish EARLY (Murphy’s Law) • Grading: • 40% homeworks • 60% exams (20% each) • NO curve.
CGS-2531Problem Solving with Computer Software Grading scale: grade of S (S/U option): 75 or higher
CGS-2531Problem Solving with Computer Software • WHO TO CONTACT: • Course material questions: your instructor • Myitlab issues: Pearson (chat, 800 number, email) • Other issues: your instructor • Instructor office hours are open to all students.
CGS-2531Problem Solving with Computer Software • Frequently Asked Questions: • Used textbook ? OK. • Older edition ? OK, as long as it’s Office 2007. • Office 2008 for Mac ? Not on Myitlab, but OK for your • own practice. On exams, we’ll make NO provisions for • Mac/PC differences in Office. • Should I buy Office 2007 ? Good idea, but not crucial. • Microsoft offers a 60-day trial version, and it’s installed in • all campus CIRCA labs. • PHIT Tips needed in exams ? Arguable.
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