1. No category

GE Recertification Cover Sheet
Course Number: COMP100
Course Title: Computers: Their Impact and Use
GE Section: Lifelong Learning
Information Competence (IC):
Writing Intensive (WI):
__X_YES
___NO
___YES
__X_NO
Multiple sections offered within a semester: _X__YES
Department Chair/Coordinator: Steven Stepanek
Associate Dean: Nagwa Bekir
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GE RECERTIFICATION PORTFOLIO
FORM OF CONTENTS
Page #
a.
Summary Overview …………………………………………………………………….3
b.
Enrollment Data (from Institutional Research) ……………………………...4-5
c.
Alignment of course objectives, content, assignments
and/or processes with GE SLOs (Forms A, B, C) …………………………...6-12
d.
Course Syllabus …………………………………………………………………………13-20
e.
Samples of Course Assignments ………………………………………………….21-23
f.
Samples of Performance
Evaluation Instruments/Exams/Tests…………………………………………..24
g.
Attachment: Course Coordinator Responsibilities ………………………….25-26
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3. Summary Overview a. Brief Overview of course, Include General size of the course offerings each
semester (Number of sections, number of students, mode of instruction)
COMP 100 Course Description: Introduction to the uses, concepts, techniques, and
terminology of computing. Places the possibilities and problems of computer use in
historical, economic, and social context. Shows how computers can assist in a wide
range of personal, commercial, and organizational activities. Learn basics through
intermediate computer concepts with an emphasis on the personal computer and its
practical use, including hardware, application and system software (word processing,
spreadsheets, databases, and presentation graphics) the Internet and World Wide
Web, communications, e-commerce, computer security and privacy, and computers in
society. Focus on this course is on the basic knowledge required to be computer
literate in today’s digital world. This course is not open to computer science majors.
Some 25-30 sections are offered every semester, enrolling 38-42 students per
section. The classes are taught Lecture/Lab.
b. How are multi-section courses coordinated to ensure that instruction
provided in all sections adequately addresses the SLOS?
There are 9-10 Full/Part time instructors with one Course Coordinator and the
support of two Fulltime IT staff dedicated to the instruction of this course.
Faculty/Staff/Publisher must attend Pre-Semester meeting that takes place one week
prior the beginning of each & every semester to discuss Book, Software, hardware,
networking and lab updates.
There are standardized Syllabus, MYITLAB Homework assignments, Quizzes, Tests,
Common Text Books, software, have been established that ALL instructors follow &
abide to.
See Attachment g. Course Coordinator Responsibilities Pages 25-26
c. Discuss sufficiency of resources to support instruction.
There are two Personal Computer labs (JD1105/1107) with 42 personal computers
dedicated to COMP 100 instruction plus access to other labs (JD1600), and Oviatt
Library Third Floor East Wing (150 PCs). In addition there is access to The Virtual
Software Library (VSL), which allows all users virtual remote access to MYITLAB &
other programs. Some 10 Part Time faculty members have been the CORE of
teaching COM 100 over many years with a handful of Full timers filling in as well.
d. Discuss Future Plans for the course.
There is an initiative to increase use of Internet via MOODLE and WEB 2.0
Technologies (eg. Bloggs & Chat Rooms). Also the department is considering online
and hybrid mode of delivery in the future.
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4. Enrollment Data
Number of Sections and average enrollment per section Fall 2008-2012
#
Sections/Students
Fall 2008 –2010
Abbrev
COMP
COMP
Total
Numb
100
100
Suf
Fall 2008
Sect
34
Enrl
1,375
34
1,375
Numb
100
100
Avg
40
Sect
22
1
23
HON
#
Sections/Students
Fall 2011-2012
Abbrev
COMP
COMP
Total
Fall 2009
Suf
HON
Fall 2011
Sect
22
1
23
Enrl
783
28
811
Enrl
885
25
910
Fall 2010
Avg
40
25
Sect
22
1
23
Enrl
806
26
832
Avg
37
26
Fall 2012
Avg
36
28
Sect
19
1
20
Enrl
751
26
777
Avg
40
26
Source: Student Course file, Office of Institutional Research
03/09/07
Note: Course Enrollments might include open university students.
Enrollments by student level Fall 2008-2012
Students Level
Fall 2008-2009
Abbrev
Numb Suf
100
COMP
COMP
Total
100
Total
100
Total
Students Level
Fall 2012
Abbrev
Numb
100
COMP
COMP
Total
100
Total
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Fresh
908
Soph
212
Jun
202
Sen
51
Fall 2009
Grad
2
Tot
1375
HON
Total
Students Level
Fall 2010-2011
Abbrev
Numb Suf
100
COMP
COMP
Total
Fall 2008
908
212
202
51
2
1375
Soph
78
22
3
693
81
Fall 2010
Fresh
687
Soph
44
Jun
61
HON
15
7
4
Total
702
51
65
Sen
14
14
Fresh
565
Soph
66
Jun
99
HON
23
2
1
Total
588
68
100
Sen
21
Grad
Sen
30
Grad
1
Tot
885
25
105
30
Tot
806
Fresh
586
Soph
54
Jun
113
Sen
29
26
22
3
2
1
0
832
608
57
115
30
Grad
Tot
751
26
21
Jun
105
1
910
Grad
1
Tot
783
Fall 2011
Fall 2012
Suf
Fresh
671
0
777
28
1
811
Number of Full and Part Time Faculty Fall 2008-2012
Faculty Type
Fall 2008-2010
COMP
COMP
Total
Fall 2008
FT
4
100
100
FT
4
13
0
17
4
Fall 2011
FT
1
100
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Total
17
PT
8
OTH
1
4
100
OTH
HON
Faculty Type
Fall 2011-2012
COMP
COMP
Total
PT
13
Fall 2009
HON
PT
10
OTH
1
1
11
Total
12
Total
11
FT
12
9
0
PT
9
OTH
1
0
FT
1
1
13
Fall 2012
1
0
Fall 2010
10
Total
9
1
0
10
PT
10
OTH
1
1
11
Total
11
1
0
12
Form A Course Alignment
GE Subject Explorations: Life Long Learning
Subject Abbreviation and Number: COMP 100
Course Title: Computers: Their Impact and Use
Units: 3
Directions: Any Life Long Learning subject exploration course will meet at least two of the three Life
Long Learning GE SLOs, which are listed below. In the box below each relevant GE SLO please
(a) clearly and substantively delineate and describe course objectives, course content and/or
assignments, and any other course processes that address the GE SLOs;
(b) describe in detail how students’ achievement of the particular GE SLO is evaluated. For all
of the preceding please tell us the pages where we can find evidence for this in the syllabus,
assignments, and/or evaluation instruments.
LIFE LONG LEARNING OVERALL GOAL:
STUDENTS WILL: develop cognitive, physical and affective skills which will allow them to become
more integrated and well-rounded individuals within various physical, social, cultural, and
technological environments and communities.
Life Long Learning GE SLO #1: Students will identify and actively engage in behaviors conducive
to individual health, well-being, or development, and understand the value of maintaining these
behaviors throughout their lifespan;
The main objective of this course is for the students to develop their technical abilities
by exposing them to a breadth of computer subjects and giving them some knowledge
and experience on each. They are required some activities such as the one cited below
in which they are actively engaged in behaviors conducive to individual development.
COMP 100 SLO #1 - Establish & Develop Time Management Skills (Page 14)
Pls refer to “Sample Course Assignment” on Page 21.
Pls refer to attached Sample “Time Sheet” Excel Sheet & Time Sheet Analysis for details.
Course Content:
Mange your time and achieve your goals.
Formative Assessment: Timesheet Homework
• Using MS-Excel spreadsheet, the student is to create a weekly schedule (Timesheet) of his
week days/hours, filling it up with their various activities, using “Key Categories”, totalling
Hours, Conditional Formatting
• Using MS-Word to answer 5 Questions & describing their personal goals and commitments
COMP 100 SLO #8 - Physical & Mental Health Concerns of Computer Use (Page 15)
Course Content:
To realize and prevent the health hazards involved in computer use.
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To recognize and understand how to cope with and then treat computer addiction.
Introduction to Computer Workstation Ergonomics
Formative Assessment: (Courseport website, Group Project)
1. MYITLAB Quizzes, using T/F, M/C, Short Answers, Matching etc. on the Chapters discussed
2. A “Group Project” designed by the instructor based on current News.
Life Long Learning GE SLO #2: Students will identify and apply strategies leading to health, wellbeing, or development for community members of diverse populations;
N/A
Life Long Learning GE SLO #3: Students will apply the knowledge and skills of science and
technology and evaluate how they impact individuals, the community, and/or society.
Students are required to acquire technical skills to be a more productive person in the society,
and the impact of the use of technology. Examples of the some of the activities in the course.
COMP 100 SLO #3 - To achieve and demonstrate a working knowledge of MS-Office
including: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access. (Page 14)
To Achieve skills proficiency, incorporated with Group Learning and Team work
Course Content:
Introduce concepts of Windows 7 operating system, word processing (MS-Word), spreadsheets
(MS-Excel), slide shows (MS-PowerPoint) and databases (MS-Access) as a commonly used
development environment for businesses. While a considerable introduction and review of basic
concepts will be covered, the focus will be on developing critical-thinking and problem-solving skills
in the “Real World” using MS Office as a tool.
Formative Assessment: (MYITLAB homework assignments, Group Projects,
Quizes)
1. Students are to take a series of MYITLAB Training exercises on all MS-Office
Modules (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint). In the Training mode, it takes the
student through Practice Steps. In the Exam mode they can be permitted to
repeat the task or the exam several times before passing.
2. MYITLAB Grader project is automatic Online Grading based on Whole projects to
be done by the student off line at home. Using Hands-On Exercises, Mid-Level
Exercises, Capstone Exercises, Mini Cases as homework from the MS-Office book.
3. To deliver a public, all-encompassing and comprehensive PowerPoint presentation
(Incorporating all aspects of his/her acquired skills), to be graded by the Instructor
in conjunction with feedback from classmates
4. A group project, using a Team Assessment Rubric that takes the students beyond
the “Recipe”. The students are to design a project that demonstrates student’s
knowledge of MS-Office application. It involves Project Management, Team Work,
Critical Thinking, and Problem Solving and reflects complicated tasks that students
will encounter in the workplace. Topics could include: Companies on the Cutting
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Edge Technology News, Computer History /Timeline, Technology Trailblazers,
Career Corner, Computer Issues, Wireless Communications. Students are
evaluated based on the depth of their information, amount of their role and
participation and quality of their presentation. Peer Review is also included as part
of their entire assessment.
5.
COMP 100 SLO #8 - Physical & Mental Health Concerns of Computer Use (Page 15)
Course Content:
To realize and prevent the health hazards involved in computer use.
To recognize and understand how to cope with and then treat computer addiction.
Introduction to Computer Workstation Ergonomics
Formative Assessment: (Courseport website, Group Project)
3. MYITLAB Quizzes, using T/F, M/C, Short Answers, Matching etc. on the Chapters
discussed
A “Group Project” designed by the instructor based on current News.
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Form B Course Alignment with GE Designation:
Information Competence (IC)
Subject Abbreviation and Number: COMP 100
Course Title:Computers: Their Impact and Use
Units: 3
Directions: Any IC course will meet each of the five Information Competence GE SLOs listed
below. In the box associate with each IC SLO please
(a) delineate and describe the course objectives, course content and/or assignments,
and any other course processes that address the IC SLO, and
(b) describe in detail how students’ achievement of the particular IC SLO is evaluated.
For all of the preceding please tell us the pages where we can find evidence for this in
the syllabus, assignments and/or evaluation instruments.
OVERALL GOAL: Students will progressively develop information competence skills throughout
their undergraduate careers by developing a basic understanding of information retrieval tools
and practices as well as improving their ability to evaluate and synthesize information ethically.
IC SLO #1: Determine the nature and extent of information needed.
Students are required to engage in different activities in which they demonstrate they are able
to determine the nature and extend of information needed. As an example see the activity
“How to buy a PC”
COMP 100 SLO #4 - General Computer Concepts, IT knowledge & Literacy (Page 15)
To discover and learn the basic computer “Key Terms” and vocabulary, required to be computer
literate in today’s digital world
Course Content:
Introduction to Computers, Computer History, Internet, Making use of the World Wide Web,
The components of the System Unit, Input and Output, Digital Imaging and Video Technology,
Storage, Operating Systems and Utility programs, PC Buyer’s Guide, Communications, Computer
Security, Ethics, and Privacy, Digital Entertainment
Formative Assessment: (MYITLAB , Book’s website, Quiz, Group Project)
• Computer History Time Line Assignment (Page 23)
• MYITLAB Quizzes, using T/F, M/C, Short Answers, Matching
• A “How to buy a PC” Group project that utilizes the student’s acquired accumulated
knowledge of all the computer terms and components and their Internet Search and
browsing skills (Page 22-23)
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IC SLO #2: Demonstrate effective search strategies for finding information using a variety of
sources and methods.
Students are required to demonstrate effective search strategies for finding information using a
variety of sources and methods. This is supported on lecture discussions, through activities such
as “web Hunt”, web postings, library research report, and MYITLAB (software used for
assessment and training)
COMP 100 SLO #2 - CSUN Campus/Library Technology Resources Awareness
(Page 14)
Demonstrate the ability and confidence to effectively locate, access and utilize CSUN computer
resources through available technology, to enhance their learning and university life
Course Content:
Introduction to University Policies and Procedures, Library Resources and Research,
Information Technology Resources (ITR), Wireless Networking (VPN services) , CSUN
email – Webmail (read, write, reply, forward documents (professor-student, studentstudent, copy to professor), address, list of addresses, attachments, save, customize
w/your signature) MOODLE, use of MYITLAB (Course’s
Training & Assessment
software), Organization of data on storage media (Udrive and USB flash card),
Introduction to FTP (Software Downloads), Server and Client concept,. Using Search
Engines, Using Web Browsers like Explorer, Firefox, (URL’s, hyperlinks, home pages,
access, read, basic actions and buttons on a page, interacting with a page, bookmarks)
Formative Assessment:
Assortment of Homework and monitoring of
MYITLAB
1. Send their instructor an email from their CSUN Webmail account.
2. A “Web Hunt” Group project that encourages the students to search the web using
Search Engines for the correct and concealed answers.
3. Library Research Report using Library Resources (Group Project using MS-Word MLA
Bibliography)
4. Utilizing MYITLAB/MOODLE Discussion Board Hypernews postings (throughout the
semester)
5. Download programs and data files onto their USB flashcards/Udrive Mapping
6. Ongoing use of MYITLAB exercises and trainings during the semester.
IC SLO #3: Locate, retrieve and evaluate a variety of relevant information including print and
electronic formats
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Students are required to locate and evaluate a variety of relevant information. This is supported
by the course objective 2 and through lecture discussions, and activities such as “web Hunt”, ,
library research report, and MYITLAB (software used for assessment and training.
COMP 100 SLO #2 - CSUN Campus/Library Technology Resources Awareness
(Page 14)
Demonstrate the ability and confidence to effectively locate, access and utilize CSUN computer
resources through available technology, to enhance their learning and university life
Course Content:
Introduction to University Policies and Procedures, Library Resources and Research,
Information Technology Resources (ITR), Wireless Networking (VPN services) , CSUN
email – Webmail (read, write, reply, forward documents (professor-student, studentstudent, copy to professor), address, list of addresses, attachments, save, customize
w/your signature) MOODLE, use of MYITLAB (Course’s
Training & Assessment
software), Organization of data on storage media (Udrive and USB flash card),
Introduction to FTP (Software Downloads), Server and Client concept,. Using Search
Engines, Using Web Browsers like Explorer, Firefox, (URL’s, hyperlinks, home pages,
access, read, basic actions and buttons on a page, interacting with a page, bookmarks)
Formative Assessment:
Assortment of Homework and monitoring of
MYITLAB
7. Send their instructor an email from their CSUN Webmail account.
8. A “Web Hunt” Group project that encourages the students to search the web using
Search Engines for the correct and concealed answers.
9. Library Research Report using Library Resources (Group Project using MS-Word MLA
Bibliography)
10. Utilizing MYITLAB/MOODLE Discussion Board Hypernews postings (throughout the
semester)
11. Download programs and data files onto their USB flashcards/Udrive Mapping
12. Ongoing use of MYITLAB exercises and trainings during the semester.
IC SLO #4: Organize and synthesize information in order to communicate effectively.
Students are required to organize and synthesize information to communicate effectively
through graphs created with Excel, different activities using word processing, creating
presentations using PowerPoint, and database using Access.
COMP 100 SLO #3 - To achieve and demonstrate a working knowledge of MS-Office
including: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access. (Page 14)
To Achieve skills proficiency, incorporated with Group Learning and Team work
Course Content:
Introduce concepts of Windows 7 operating system, word processing (MS-Word), spreadsheets
(MS-Excel), slide shows (MS-PowerPoint) and databases (MS-Access) as a commonly used
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development environment for businesses. While a considerable introduction and review of basic
concepts will be covered, the focus will be on developing critical-thinking and problem-solving
skills in the “Real World” using MS Office as a tool.
Formative Assessment: (MYITLAB homework assignments, Group Projects,
Quizes)
1. Students are to take a series of MYITLAB Training exercises on all MS-Office
Modules (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint). In the Training mode, it takes the
student through Practice Steps. In the Exam mode they can be permitted to
repeat the task or the exam several times before passing.
2. MYITLAB Grader project is automatic Online Grading based on Whole projects to
be done by the student off line at home. Using Hands-On Exercises, Mid-Level
Exercises, Capstone Exercises, Mini Cases as homework from the MS-Office
book.
3. To deliver a public, all-encompassing and comprehensive PowerPoint
presentation (Incorporating all aspects of his/her acquired skills), to be graded
by the Instructor in conjunction with feedback from classmates
4. A group project, using a Team Assessment Rubric that takes the students
beyond the “Recipe”. The students are to design a project that demonstrates
student’s knowledge of MS-Office application. It involves Project Management,
Team Work, Critical Thinking, and Problem Solving and reflects complicated tasks
that students will encounter in the workplace. Topics could include: Companies
on the Cutting Edge Technology News, Computer History /Timeline, Technology
Trailblazers, Career Corner, Computer Issues, Wireless Communications.
Students are evaluated based on the depth of their information, amount of their
role and participation and quality of their presentation. Peer Review is also
included as part of their entire assessment
IC SLO #5: Explain the legal and ethical dimensions of the use of information.
Students are required to acquire skills to protect data, software, and hardware as well
knowledge in Intellectual Property Rights. Including Information Technology Codes of
Conduct It is supported by the following course objectives
COMP 100 SLO #5 - Practical Computer Security (Page 15)
To educate our General Education students to defend against computers attacks and to Increase
students' awareness and knowledge of information
Course Content:
Identify ways to safeguard against information theft, attacks and failure (viruses, worms, Trojan
Horses, Denial of Service attacks, back doors, spoofing, phishing, sniffing, hardware and software
theft and vandalism, unauthorized access and use). Identify risks and safeguards associated with
wireless communications.
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Formative Assessment: (MYITLAB Quiz, Group Project)
1. MYITLAB Quizzes, using T/F, M/C, Short Answers, Matching
2. A “Group Project” designed by the instructor based on current News.
COMP 100 SLO #6 Increase knowledge and awareness of Personal Computers
and Information Privacy (Page 15)
Demonstrate the appreciation of the legal and ethical dimensions of the use of computers,
Wireless, Internet and Information
Course Content:
Student to recognize and discuss issues related to information accuracy, Intellectual Property
Rights, Codes of Conduct and to learn about related Federal Acts and Laws, Copyright Laws,
Loyalties. Discuss and Recognize Information Technology Codes of Conduct
Formative Assessment: (MYITLAB Quiz, Group Project)
1. MYITLAB Quizzes, using T/F, M/C, Short Answers, Matching etc. on the Chapters
discussed
2. A “Group Project” designed by the instructor based on current News.
COMP 100 SLO #7 Personal Computers and Information Privacy (Page 15)
To learn techniques in how to safeguard his/her personal Information and privacy. To know
his/her individual rights as a consumer and a citizen. To regain control of the tracking of his/her
Internet surfing habits.
Course Content:
Student to Recognize and Discuss issues related to his/her Privacy while browsing the
web or shopping online. Learn the steps and tips to become savvy online shoppers,
avoid Online Fraud, Spam, Cookies, Electronic Profiling. Learn to preserve and protect
your
Identity
Formative Assessment: (MYITLAB Quiz, Group Project)
1. MYITLAB Quizzes, using T/F, M/C, Short Answers, Matching
2. A “Group Project” designed by the instructor based on current News.
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Form C Course Alignment with GE Designation:
Writing Intensive (WI)
Subject Abbreviation and Number: ________
Course Title: ___________________________________ Units:_____
Directions: Any 300 level GE course will address both the overall WI goal and each of the
six Writing Intensive (WI) GE SLOs listed below. In the box associated with each WI SLO please
(a) delineate and describe the course objectives, course content and/or assignments,
and any other course processes that address the WI SLO, and
(b) describe in detail how students’ achievement of the particular WI SLO is evaluated.
For all of the preceding please tell us the pages where we can find evidence for this in
the syllabus, assignments and/or evaluation instruments.
WI SLO #1: Develop and clearly define their ideas through writing.
N/A
WI SLO #2: Ethically integrate sources of various kinds into their writing.
N/A
WI SLO #3: Compose texts through drafting, revising, and completing a finished product.
N/A
WI SLO #4: Express themselves through their writing by posing questions, making original
claims, and coherently structuring complex ideas.
N/A
WI SLO #5: Revise their writing for greater cogency and clarity.
N/A
WI SLO #6: Utilize adopted communication modes and documentation styles of specific
disciplines (MLA, APA, Chicago, CBE, etc) where appropriate.
N/A
WI Overall Goal: In each WI course students will be required to complete writing assignments
totaling a minimum of 2500 words. (Please tell us the page numbers in the syllabus,
assignments, etc. where we will find the writing assignments totaling 2500 words. Please note
that drafts can also be included in the total of the 2500 words of writing.)
N/A
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d.
COMP 100 Course Sample Syllabus (8 Pages)
Fall 2012 - California State University, Northridge
COMP 100 - Computers: Their Impact and Use – 3 Units
Professor:
Office: Jacaranda Hall 4501 (4th Floor)
Phone: 818-677-3941 (please use email for communication)
Office Hours:
Course Description:
Introduction to the uses, concepts, techniques, and terminology of computing. Places the
possibilities and problems of computer use in historical, economic, and social context. Shows
how computers can assist in a wide range of personal, commercial, and organizational activities.
Learn basics through intermediate computer concepts with an emphasis on the personal
computer and its practical use, including hardware, application and system software (word
processing, spreadsheets, databases, and presentation graphics) the Internet and World Wide
Web, communications, e-commerce, computer security and privacy, and computers in society.
Focus on this course is on the basic knowledge required to be computer literate in today’s
digital world. This course is not open to computer science majors.
Prerequisites:
No other courses –Anyone with advanced knowledge of Personal Computers should notify
Instructor so that you could assist students during lab time. Every student is required to take a
Pre and Post semester Online Assessment Survey. Good Keyboarding skills helpful.
Required Textbooks & Software:
Comp 100 Bundle ISBN:1256163627
1.) Exploring Word 2010 Intro book
2.) Exploring Excel 2010 Intro book
3.) Exploring Access 2010 Intro book
4.) Exploring PowerPoint 2010 Intro book
5.) GO! Office 2010 Volume 1, Integrated Projects
6.) MS 180 day FREE trial (Students are recommmended to have Home version of MS-Office)
7.) MYITLAB (online assessment and training solution for Microsoft Office and Computer
Concepts)
8.) Tech in Action Complete 9e book (9th Edition for Fall 2012)
9.) Exploring Getting Started with Web Apps book
Textbook Authors: Grauer, Hulette, Krebs, Lockley, Mulbery, Scheeren
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Other Materials and Recommended Equipment:
1.) A USB Flash drive.
2.) IBM Compatible Personal Computer (desktop/laptop - optional), printer, Microsoft Office 2010
Suite (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint), Windows 7, Internet Connection (own ISP or CSUN).
3.) Headphones (optional but very useful)
Student Learning Outcomes and Course Content:
General Education Code – Section E
COMP 100 is part of Life Long Learning of the General Education. The general goal is to have the
student understand how human beings function in a technological, cultural and social
environment. Through the study of applied arts and science, students should become more
integrated and well-rounded individuals.
COMP 100 SLO #1 - Demonstration of Time Management Skills
Students should recognize that their academic and personal success requires a commitment of
time and energy and taking responsibilities in order to achieve their goals and to benefit from the
course.
Course Content:
Mange your time and achieve your goals.
COMP 100 SLO #2 - CSUN Campus/Library Technology Resources Awareness
Demonstrate the ability and confidence to effectively locate, access and utilize CSUN computer
resources through available technology, to enhance their learning and university life
Course Content:
Introduction to University Policies and Procedures, Library Resources and Research, Information
Technology Resources (ITR), Wireless Networking (VPN services) , , CSUN email – Webmail (read,
write, reply, forward documents (professor-student, student-student, copy to professor), address,
list of addresses, attachments, save, customize w/your signature) Moodle, use of MYITLAB
(Course’s Training & Assessment software), Organization of data on storage media (Udrive and
USB flash card), Introduction to FTP (Software Downloads), Server and Client concept,. Using
Search Engines, Using Web Browsers such as Windows Explorer, Firefox, (URL’s, hyperlinks, home
pages, access, read, basic actions and buttons on a page, interacting with a page, bookmarks)
COMP 100 SLO #3 - To achieve and demonstrate a working knowledge of MS-Office
including:Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access.
To achieve skills proficiency, incorporated with Group Learning and Team work
Course Content:
Introduce concepts of Windows 7 operating system, word processing (MS-Word), spreadsheets
(MS-Excel), slide shows (MS-PowerPoint) and databases (MS-Access) as a commonly used
development environment for businesses. While a considerable introduction and review of basic
concepts will be covered, the focus will be on developing critical-thinking and problem-solving
skills in the “Real World” using MS Office as a tool.
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COMP 100 SLO #4 - General Computer Concepts, IT knowledge & Literacy
To discover and learn the basic computer “Key Terms” and vocabulary, required to be computer
literate in today’s digital world
Course Content:
Introduction to Computers, Computer History, Internet, Making use of the World Wide Web, The
components of the System Unit, Input and Output, Digital Imaging and Video Technology,
Storage, Operating Systems and Utility programs, PC Buyer’s Guide, Communications, Computer
Security, Ethics, and Privacy, Digital Entertainment,
COMP 100 SLO #5 - Practical Computer Security
To educate our General Education students to defend against computers attacks and to Increase
students' awareness and knowledge of information
Course Content:
Identify ways to safeguard against information theft, attacks and failure (viruses, worms, Trojan
Horses, Denial of Service attacks, back doors, spoofing, phishing, sniffing, hardware and software
theft and vandalism, unauthorized access and use). Identify risks and safeguards associated with
wireless communications.
COMP 100 SLO # 6 - Ethics and Society
Demonstrate the appreciation of the legal and ethical dimensions of the use of computers,
Wireless, Internet and Information
Course Content:
Student to recognize and discuss issues related to information accuracy, Intellectual Property
Rights, Codes of Conduct and to learn about related Federal Acts and Laws, Copyright Laws,
Loyalties. Discuss and Recognize Information Technology Codes of Conduct
COMP 100 SLO# 7 Personal Computers and Information Privacy
To learn techniques in how to safeguard his/her personal Information and privacy. To know
his/her individual rights as a consumer and a citizen. To regain control of the tracking of his/her
Internet surfing habits.
Course Content:
Student to Recognize and Discuss issues related to his/her Privacy while browsing the web or
shopping online. Learn the steps and tips to become savvy online shoppers, avoid Online Fraud,
Spam, Cookies, Electronic Profiling. Learn to preserve and protect your Identity
COMP 100 SLO# 8 - Physical and Mental Health Concerns of Computer Use
To realize the health hazards involved in computer use.
To recognize and understand how to cope with and then treat computer addiction.
Introduction to Computer Workstation Ergonomics
Course Content:
To prevent health-related disorders and injuries due to computer use
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To know when and how to treat computer addiction. To understand the symptoms of computer
addiction
COMP 100 SLO# 9 - Environmental and Global Concerns
Awareness, Observation, Perception, Sensitivity about the faith of the environment.
To understand the relationship between computer waste and the environment.
Students will be introduced to global security concerns.
Course Content:
To understand the importance of the environment.
To create a concern for global computer security.
Required Assignments
Note: Makeup assignments will only be accepted during “late assignment makeup
weeks.” This makeup week will occur the week before the midsemester exam and the
week before the final exam.
1. MYITLAB Grader Projects - Exact score will be posted. Must be submitted on time.
2. MYITLAB Skill Based Assignments - Must be completed on time – exact score will be posted
3. Discussion posts in Moodle -one per Concepts chapter.
Must be completed on time to receive full credit. All discussions must include a
minimum of 200 words.
4. Read Chapters in Computer Concepts Textbook – Complete weekly Online Study Guide from
the Book’s Website, Complete Online Assignments such as Listening to Sound Bytes &Watching
Videos & doing some Cross Word Puzzles & other online games
5. Library Information Competency Group Project - attend workshops in the CSUN library – submit
notes after library meeting
6. TimeLine assignment and PowerPoint creation exercise
8. Add your picture to Moodle
9. Use CSUN Webmail
10. Weekly Quizzes - Concepts and Microsoft Office Chapters (one lowest quiz will be dropped).
Quizzes will be completed either in class or on line.
11. Any additional class work assignments
Method of Instruction:
1. Lecture and discussion (approximately 30 percent of class time): Selected chapters in the
Computers Concepts textbook will be covered. The chapter must be read prior to the
class meeting so that a meaningful discussion can take place.
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2. Lab work (approximately 70 percent of class time).
3. In addition to class time, students may expect three to four hours of homework
(computer and textbook work) each week.
4. Students will be assigned solo/group projects
Evaluation of Student Performance/Grading:
Microsoft Office Textbook
Tutorials
20%
Weekly Quizzes
10%
Solo/Group Assignments
20%
Class Discussions (on Moodle)
10%
Practice Tests Homework from
the Concepts textbook
(submitted online)
On Time assignment
5%
5%
Midsemester Exam
15%
Final Examination
15%
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Due on a weekly basis – (see homework assignment
and weekly listing in Moodle) – There will be no extra
credit. Makeup work will be accepted only on
announced makeup dates (twice a semester. You
must complete and submit work according to the
schedule to receive points This includes the projects
from Grader.
No makeup allowed – must be taken as assigned
(online or in class). The lowest score will be dropped.
Time Sheet Report, TimeLine Assignment and
PowerPoint, Library Assignment. Integration Grader
Assignments. Must be submitted on time (online and
printed). Late work will not be accepted.
Posted online – Must be at least 200 words or more to
receive full credit. Late discussions will not be
accepted.
Submitted with homework each week; must be
submitted on time – no makeup accepted
Must be completed during the first five minutes of class
- no makeup. The lowest three assignments will be
deducted.
No makeup will be given. Please check the class
schedule for exam dates. (Includes Word and Excel and
Computer Computers textbook - Chapters covered by
midsemester and Windows 7) Midterm exam must be
taken in class during class time.
Must be taken to pass the course – no makeup given.
This is a comprehensive exam covering all material
learned in the course. Final exam must be taken in
class during time listed in the Portal.
The Moodle system will calculate your grade based upon the above-listed weights. The system
does not round up at .5%; therefore, the grade you see in Moodle will be the grade recorded in
the Portal. (If you are just below the grade, please do not ask for a higher grade)
(+’s and –‘s will be posted)
Highest Lowest Letter
100.0 % 93.00% A
92.99 % 90.00% A89.99
87.00% B+
86.99 % 83.00% B
82.99 % 80.00% B79.99 % 77.00% C+
76.99 % 73.00% C
72.99 % 70.00% C69.99 % 67.00% D+
66.99 % 60.00% D
59.99 % 0.000% F
Requirements for Submission of Work:
Please label your work correctly: Name, Class Time, and Assignment Number. Each assignment
MUST have your name and printed on each submitted page. Please use 8 ½ x 11 paper size
with appropriate fonts (e.g. Calibri 11 or Times New Roman 12 points) and standard margins.
Correct spelling, punctuation, and grammar are expected for all assignments. For assignments
that require MLA style, please follow all directions for the correct format.
Work submitted through Moodle must be time stamped before the posted deadline (late work
will not be graded). When appropriate, assignments will also be printed and
submitted in class. Points will be deducted if work is not submitted via Moodle and
also printed and submitted in class.
Quiz and Exam Policy:
Weekly Quizzes – No makeup allowed – must be taken during the assigned time. At home
quizzes must be completed in the allotted date and time using the academic honor code. The
lowest quiz score will be dropped.
Midsemester Exam – No makeup will be given. Exams must be taken in class during class
time. (see note re extreme emergency). You must arrive on time.
Final Examination – Must be taken in class during class time to pass the course – no makeup
given (see note re extreme emergency). You must arrive on time.
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Exams - You must complete the exam or quiz within the class allotted time to rec
Note: For extreme emergencies (death in family, auto accident, etc.) – please see instructor re
appointment for makeup.
Appeals Policy:
To appeal a grade, send an e-mail to your instructor's e-mail address within two weeks of the
grade having been received. Overdue appeals will not be considered. (See CSUN Appeals Policy)
Incomplete Policy:
Students will not be given an incomplete grade in the course without sound reason and
documented evidence (i.e. medical reasons must be documented by a doctor’s note) as described
in the Student Handbook. A student must be passing and must have completed a significant
portion of the course.
Incomplete forms must be signed by the student and the instructor. Incomplete grades must be
completed within one year.
Electronic Devices in Class Policy:
Cellular phones, pagers, CD players, radios, and similar devices are prohibited in the classroom
and laboratory facilities. Calculators and computers are prohibited during examinations and
quizzes, unless specified. Reasonable laptop-size computers may be used in class if preferred. Use
of foreign language translators are OK during tests if you have registered as an international
student
Attendance Policy:
1. Class will start “on the hour or half" (depending upon posted start time). It is necessary to
be in class and ready-to-work “on time.” Tardiness will not be tolerated and will result in a
drop in grade.
2. Regular and punctual attendance is expected of all students. Absence WILL cause a drop in
grade as you will miss assignments. Please sign the roll sheet yourself – never sign for
another person as this is a legal document.
3. On-time assignments will be given at the beginning of each class. If you are not in your
seat and logged into the computer at class starting time, you will not be able to complete
this short assignment. This will result in a drop in grade
Students with Disabilities Policy:
Please see the disabilities policy on the CSUN website
General Guidance:
1. You are to complete all assignments YOURSELF. Please see school policy regarding
“cheating.” Anyone who is suspected of turning in work which is not “his or her own,”
will be subject to suspension. (This work and the work from the person who
allowed his/her work to be copied will not be accepted or recorded.) Please do
not ask for a copy of anyone else’s work as you will BOTH (ALL) receive a zero and could
be suspended from the University.
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2. All work must be submitted on time.
3. All work MUST have the appropriate identification information listed (no name - no credit).
4. Makeup work can only be submitted during the two makeup weeks. In short, makeup
work will be accepted only under special circumstances
5. Lab time is to be used to complete class assignments. Students using this time to “play”
on the Internet (or play games in general) will be asked to leave the lab.
6. One copy of each textbook is on reserve in the library.
7. It is the responsibility of each student to know and follow all the written guidance given by
the instructor in this syllabus
This syllabus is subject to change and may be changed at the instructor’s
discretion
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e.
Samples of Course Assignments:
1- Self Introduction Assignment:
Please write four paragraphs to introduce yourself. Please double space between paragraphs.
(minimum of 300 words)
Paragraph 1: Name and basic personal information (family info, high (or previous) school, etc.
Paragraph 2: Your reasons for taking this course. Please include your computer experience in
this paragraph.
Paragraph 3: Your career goals (both temporary and long term). Include your work experience
in this paragraph.
Paragraph 4: What do you expect to gain from this course? Be specific.
2- Time Management Assignment:
Please complete the time management project in Excel and upload for grading (total each
category) SAMPLE EXCEL SHEET ATTACHED
Analysis of Timesheet Assignment: Please print your Excel Timesheet - Submit in class . Analyze
your timesheet and answer the following questions:
1. How much time do you have free in an average day?
2. How many hours are you reserving for homework? (per day and per week)
3. How many hours are you working? (in a job you are paid) or as a volunteer. (per day and per
week)
4. How many hours are you sleeping? per night // and per week
5. How much time are you spending on the Internet? (In hours) per day // per week
Do you need to change anything to be a more productive student?
3- Library Research Group Project:
Students will use the information, strategies, and research tools presented in the “Library
Resources” class presentations in Week 4 to complete a research assignment. This will be
achieved through the use of research strategies and a systematic exploration of appropriate
information sources introduced in the library Resources lecture. Students will document their
research by creating an annotated bibliography using one of the suggested topics.
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Assignment Requirements
1. The annotated bibliography will contain SIX (6) sources (for Groups of Two) and
NINE (9) sources (for Groups of Three) using a standard form/style (such as
MLA) for the reference citations.
2. Of the 6 sources in the annotated bibliography, at least TWO should be from a PRINT
resource i.e. (Books, Edited Books, Journals, Magazines, Newspapers or Personal
Interviews), TWO should be from SURFACE WEB i.e. Freely accessible websites, TWO
should be from DEEP/INVISIBLE WEB i.e. Restricted access web sites (CSUN
Subscription databases). Media Resources such as TV/Radio Broadcasts and Films are
also acceptable.
3. Each source listed will also include a 3-5 sentence annotation which will describe
the relevance between the information in the source and the topic of the research.
4. The annotated bibliography should be typed in MLA style, Double spaced with one
inch margins (top, bottom, left, and right). Include your names and page
number in the header (top – aligned right), include your names, Prof.
Name, Class name, date on the left side.
Summary Activity: When you have completed your annotated bibliography, answer the
following question in one separate page and post the file here. Please use MLA style for the
heading and create the proper paper heading. (NOTE: Every student is to write his/her own
individual summary!): If a friend asked you where you found the best information on your
selected topic, based on your research activities, what would you tell them you discovered about
the process and/or the information sources?
4- How to buy a Personal Computer Group Project:
At some point, perhaps while you are taking this course, you may decide to buy a Personal
Computer! The decision is an important one, which will require an investment of both time and
money. As with many buyers, you may have little computer experience and find yourself unsure
of how to proceed. You can get started by talking to your friends, coworkers, family, and
professors about their computers.
Follow these Guidelines:
No.1 Give yourself a limited Budget , $$$ ?`(Suggestion : Between $600 to $1200)
No.2 Do you want a Desktop or Mobile Computer? Why?
No.3 For what purpose will you use the computer? Qualify all the software needs for you to
have on a Home PC (e.g. Word Processing, Web Browsing, Accounting, Playing Video Games,
Watching movies, Animation and Graphic Design, Spreadsheet and Management Graphics)
No.4 Should the computer be an Apple Mac or IBM (or compatible)PC? Why?
No.5 Determine and name the specific Operating System & Software you want to use on your
computer
No.6 Determine and list all the Hardware components and their details inside the PC (e.g. Clock
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speed, RAM size, Cache size, Hard disk capacity, Monitor Spec, list all Cards, Ports, Drives, all
other attachments etc.)
You can do this by visiting a number of High Street/Mall Computer shops such as BESTBUY. or
Online (places such as DELL.com , BUY.com or direct from manufacturer's).
No.7 Determine whether you want to use telephone lines or broadband (DSL or Cable) to
access the Internet? Why?
No.8 Select an ISP or OSP. List the Cost and reason for your choice
No.9 Include a Printer with your system.
No.10 Once you have looked at a number of Personal Computers, short list THREE (3) machines
you liked.
Next come up with a FINAL candidate and recommend that system. Tell us why you chose that
particular system, the cost and details, include extended Warranty or Service Plan (Be aware of
hidden costs - Consider more than just price)
Then using MS-EXCEL write down a table to compare your choices of your 3 candidates
(Include as much hardware info. as you can)
Use the format like the ones in the References below
Personal Computer Hardware Base Components Worksheet
Your Book Special Feature: BUYER"S GUIDE (Pages 279 through 294 ) and Book's Web site,
where you will find a section on Buyer's Guide 2012
You can also look at Intel's PC Buyer's Guide or any other PC manufacturer’s website.
NOTE: You may choose a self assembled machine as one of your choices
5- Computer History Time Line Assignment:
The students are to research the dates of events that have occurred in computer industry &
then produce a PowerPoint presentation of 10 slides Plus a Title Slide and a Bibliography.
6- MS-Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access) Online Projects
The students do FOUR Projects on each MS-Office program on MYITLAB (Therefore a total of
16 projects). They dowload a data file, apply a no of steps of Instructions to the data & then
Upload it for automated grading done by MYITLAB. They can upload many times within a
specified time dictated by the instructor. This takes the entire semester, usually spending 2-4
weeks per MS-Office program.
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e. Samples of Performance (Evaluation Instruments/Exams/Tests
Weekly MYITLAB Activities (Exams, Training, Objective-Based Questions, Grader Project,
Dropbox). MYITLAB supports the following assessment types:
•
Skill-Based Exam/Training
A skill-based exam or training allows students to complete the exam/training
questions in any order and to move from one question to another and back,
provided they have question attempts remaining. A skill-based exam or training
can contain simulation (performance-based) questions and standard objectivebased questions
•
Project-Based Exam/Training
A project-based exam or training activity requires students to complete all
exam/training questions in a specific order, which mirrors the steps required to
create a document or project. The outcome of one question forms the starting
point for the next. A project-based exam or training can contain simulation
(performance-based) questions and standard objective-based questions.
•
Objective-Based Questions Only
The Basic/Random mode is similar to skill-based exams or trainings, in those
students may complete questions in any order and to move from one question
to another and back. If you want to make a simple, objective-based question
only quiz that does not require launching the myitlab simulation player, this
activity type is a good option. Otherwise, this mode is utilized only to provide
support for Flash questions and basic pre-made Technology in Action objectivebased question quizzes and exams..
•
Dropbox
A Dropbox activity allows students to upload a file for evaluation by the
instructor
•
Grader Project
A Grader Project activity allows students to download a Microsoft Office file they
will use to complete the assignment. Students then will upload the completed
file for automatic evaluation by the Grader application.
As shown above, the assessment types are based on different behavioral modes. The
behavioral mode defines how the activities or assignments will behave.
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f. Attachment: COMP100 Course Coordinator Responsibilities Report (20052012)
1. Review material pertinent to the content of COMP100, including instructional
resources. Request installation, lab test of COMP 100 software (Office 2010 &
MYITLAB).
• Over the years, I have established & maintain a very close & direct communication line
with our major book publishers Pearson/Prentice Hall (Since 2008), also with Course
Technology/Cengage (Since 2005) & Mc-Graw Hill (Since 2010). I review all their
Computer Literacy books, attend all their National conferences on Computer Literacy &
Web 2.0 Technology also local Forums & Symposiums.
• Hold monthly meetings in my office with the Sales Representative, Sales/Marketing
Managers & Area Directors discussing any concerns, new versions, updates/upgrades
etc
• Implemented and executed the use of MYITLAB Assessment software in our COMP 100
labs. This is a much improved, newer version of MYITLAB used by more than 70% off all
4 year colleges.
2. Maintain communication of problems and solutions for the instructors
• Via continous semester long emails, one-on-one training & personal office visits. Every
COMP 100 Instructor has my Cell phone & they call me anytime they have problems or
need clarification on anything.
• I spend many hours in my office, especially in the beginning of a semester, or when a
New Faculty is assigned to teach COMP 100 section, training them on the use of the
MYITLAB assessment software and all other COMP 100 course concerns.
• All faculty problems solved within a quick turnaround fashion. (I keep an email log)
3. Expose through demonstration the instructional resources available to
instructors. There is a workshop at the beginning of every semester.
• Our traditional Pre-Semester meetings are held one week before semester’s start. This
has been ongoing ever since I took over the position.
• MYITLAB one-on-one training to be done as needed.
4. Update content by assessing the learning outcomes. Work closely with the
university assessment coordinator to be ready for university accreditation.
• A new version of Assessment survey using MYITLAB was designed by myself (This was
first implemented for the first time in Fall 2005)
• I have met many times with CSUN’s Assessment Coordinators, regarding Assessment for
COMP
100
5. Meet with publisher reps, attend meetings, conferences to learn about current
trends & technology
• Attended Pearson Publishing/Cengage/Mc Graw Hill Annual Conferences in February &
March of each year. Attended Publisher’s local workshops and events in Southern
California every February/March.
6. Work with university programs and committees to enhance Freshman Experience
• Sharing resources with Instructional Designers at Faculty Technology Center in
Academic Technology at CSUN.
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•
Participant & presenting in “Teaching & Learning Bytes” Program.
7. Maintain relationship with other schools (community colleges) and departments
(service we provide to such as Business School ) to understand their requested
learning outcomes
• Established contact with local community colleges (Pierce College, Santa Monica College)
and share ideas & resources with them, since a large no. of our COMP 100 students
come to us from SMC & Pierce College
• Participate in Freshmen experience programs
8. Elaborate the content of topics of COMP100. Elaborate supplements when there
is nothing suitable like the short tutorials for internet, WebPages, windows
Introduction of new applications like Visual Basic based on ACM criteria and
computer fluency report.
9.
Support for the instructors & students answering questions on different
resources.
• Together with IT techs, the publisher, and the bookstore we are resolving all problems
as they occur, regarding the book bundle, MYITLAB, Moodle, etc.
10. Interface with Technical staff to maintain the instructional support of the labs
software and hardware (Joyce is the main contact)
• Working together to improve COMP 100 ease of use of resources
11. Review instructors’ syllabus
• All instructors were asked to use the same syllabus for Fall 2012
• MYITLAB is being implemented by ALL instructors!
• A few instructors do not utilize the tremendous amount of resources offered by the
publisher, such as CD packs, book’s website, MYITLAB Training & Assessment and still
refer the students to rely entirely on the physical book and reading the chapters offline
and doing work without any online resources!
g. Discuss sufficiency of resources to support instruction (Space, Computers,
Faculty etc.)
Two computers labs (JD 1105 & 1107 each with 42 PCs ) are dedicated to COMP 100
use. Plus JD1600 (another 50 PCs) & Oviatt Library third Floor East Wing (150 Pcs)
are for use & have MYITLAB software installed. A full time IT faculty of two at
Computer Science Dept makes sure all PCs & networking work 100% at all times,
plus we use CSUN Internet & Networking resources as well.
h. Discuss future plans for the course. (For example: Is growth expected? Or,
are new mode of delivery being considered or developed?)
This course is currently a FACE-TO-FACE mode of instruction (One or two meetings a
week). Although many of the assignments are ONLINE . It is therefore a Prime
candidate for a HYBRID course & one is suggested to be piloted in 2013.
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