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Course Name, Prefix, Number: Word Processing, ISYS 1440

Campus Name and Address

Central Louisiana Technical College

Credit Hours:

3

Lecture Hours:

1

Lab Hours:

2

Contact Hours:

75

Instructor:

Stephanie Gaspard

Instructor Information:

Business Office Administration Instructor
stephaniegaspard@cltcc.edu
(318) 876-2401 EX: 6121

Course Description

This course provides hands-on experience of word processing techniques and functions with emphasis on features and commands using a current version of word processing software.

Outcomes

As a result of successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

  1. Demonstrate a working knowledge of course terminology.
  2. Create and customize documents Create and format documents. Lay out documents Make documents and content easier to find
  3. Formatting Content Format text and paragraphs Manipulate text Control pagination
  4. Working with Visual Content Insert illustrations Format illustrations Format text graphically Insert and modify text boxes
  5. Structure content by using Quick Parts Use tables and lists to organize content Modify tables Insert and format references and captions Merge documents and data sources
  6. Reviewing Documents Navigate documents Compare and merge document versions Manage tracked changes Insert, modify, and delete comments
  7. Sharing and Securing Content Prepare documents for sharing Control document access Attach digital signatures

Required Textbooks

Misty E. Vermaat
ISBN-10: 1305871014
ISBN-13: 978-1-305-87101-4
 

Additional Materials/Resources

Access to MindTap (Cengage Unlimited allows students to access all course materials.)
Microsoft Word 2016 or Office 365

Grading Criteria

A 100 – 90
B 89 – 80
C 79 – 70
D 69 – 60
F 59 – 0

Grading Scale

100-90 
89-80 
79-70 
69-60  
59-below 

Assessments

Training 25%
Projects 35%
Exams 40%
Total 100%

 

Training:
Training is completed in Canvas. Click on the training link in Canvas and it takes you directly to the training in MindTap. The training provides a video explanation of each Module from the textbook (observe), application of material covered in the chapter, and an opportunity to practice the material covered. All parts of the training are to be completed for a grade. In addition to the course module training, this course provided learners training for the Microsoft Certification Examination. These trainings are embedded in the Canvas course. Follow the modules. Do
NOT work in MindTap. All trainings are in Canvas. Learners may complete the trainings as many times as they need to learn and understand the material covered in each module. The information learned in the trainings is used in the projects and in the exams.


Projects:
The projects give learners an opportunity to practice what they have learned in the modules. Click on the project link in Canvas to take you to the project in SAM. Each module has two projects to be completed. Learners are provided with the following:


 Instruction file (download)
 Start file (download)
 The name of the submit file (submit in SAM for grading)
 Any support files that are required to complete the project
 Report with error to be used for editing original document before resubmission


The submitted file is graded by SAM. Once the file is graded, learners have three opportunities to edit the file and resubmit for grading. Print the report file after each submission to learn how you need to edit your document.


Exams:
Exams come from the training and the project. Complete the training and the projects before attempting the exams. You will have two attempts on each exam. The highest grade will be recorded in Canvas. Grades are automatically transferred to Canvas from MindTap.

 

 

Section

Z01

Term

Fall

Course Outline

Week Module Due Date
1 & 2 Getting Started Module and 1: Creating, Formatting and Editing a Word Document with a Picture August 30, 2020
3 MOS Training and Exam: Create and Manage Documents September 6, 2020
4 & 5 2: Creating a Research Paper with References and
Sources
September 20, 2020
6 MOS Training and Exam: Format Text, Paragraphs, and Sections September 27, 2020
7 & 8 3: Creating a Business Letter with a Letterhead and Tab October 11, 2020
9 Capstone Project: Module 1 - 3 & Microsoft Office Certification Traning and Exam: Manage Document
Options and Settings
October 18, 2020
10 & 11 4:Creating a Document with a Title Page, Lists, Tables and Watermark November 1, 2020
12 Microsoft Office Certification Traning and Exam: CreateTables and Lists November 8, 2020
13 & 14 5: Using a Templae to Create a Resume and Sharing
Finished Documents
November 22, 2020
15 Microsoft Office Certification Traning and Exam: Insert and Format Graphic Elements December 6, 2020

 

Notes:

1. Due are subject to changes at the instructors discretion

2. Check the CLTCC Academic Calendar for the last day to drop without penalty

 

ATTENDANCE

Students must be officially enrolled in any course that they attend. It is expected that students will attend scheduled classes regularly and on time. If an absence occurs, it is the responsibility of the student to make up all missed work, if approved by the instructor. Students who stop attending a course and do not officially withdraw will receive grades of “0” for all work missed and will result in a punitive final grade. This policy shall be superseded by any more stringent attendance policy required by a regulatory or licensing body having jurisdiction over program requirements. Attendance will be tracked and maintained for various reporting purposes.

CLASS WITHDRAWAL POLICY

The deadline for dropping a class is published each semester on the CLTCC website in the academic calendar. A student who officially withdraws from a class prior to the designated date will receive a grade of “W” in that class. Any student who receives financial aid and withdraws from any or all classes is subject to repaying a portion of the funding received.

ACADEMIC HONESTY

The faculty of Central Louisiana Technical College supports the concept of academic honesty. The teaching faculty encourages academic honesty in all classes and we require academic honesty from all students. All students are expected to maintain honesty and integrity when completing all academic assignments and examinations. Plagiarism, cheating, and other forms of academic dishonesty will not be tolerated. Any student found guilty of such dishonorable acts in academic work will receive a “0” for the work presented. The instructor may also refer the student to the appropriate administrator for further disciplinary actions, which could result in an “F” in the course, dismissal from the course, or dismissal from the college.

STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT

Students will be suspended for actions detrimental to the welfare of other students, instructors, staff, and the campus. These actions include, but are not limited to: Firearms and/or weapons, alcoholic beverages, and illegal drugs will not be permitted on campus. Profanity and fighting are strictly prohibited. Smoking or use of any other tobacco products is prohibited. Students must not eat or drink beverages in classrooms or labs. Vandalism will not be permitted on campus. Dishonesty will not be tolerated under any circumstances. Students who cheat, or aid in the act thereof, may be dismissed from campus. Students must display a respectable attitude and behavior toward instructor and other students. The college has a Zero Tolerance Policy, meaning the campuses should be completely free of threats and assaults to ensure the highest standard of safety for all faculty, staff, students, and visitors on each campus. The college will take all reasonably available steps to protect all such persons from violence. Violators of the Zero Tolerance Policy will be suspended.

 

Title IX

Central Louisiana Technical Community College faculty and staff are committed to helping create a safe and open learning environment for all students. If you (or someone you know) have experienced any form of sexual misconduct, including sexual assault, dating or domestic violence, or stalking, know that help and support are available. The College strongly encourages all community members to act, seek support, and report incidents of sexual misconduct to the Title IX Office. Be advised that we must disclose information about misconduct as per Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972.

If you wish to speak to a confidential employee who does not have this reporting responsibility, you can contact the Title IX Coordinator for Students at 318-487-5443 ext. 1129. If it is an ADA issue, you can contact CLTCC's ADA Coordinator for Students at 318-487-5443 ext. For more information about reporting options and resources at CLTCC and the community, visit our Title IX page. Please complete the following Incident Report by clicking here to report the incident. Under "Nature of this Report," choose Title IX or Disability Service Request regarding a Reasonable Accommodations issue.

DISCIPLINARY PROBATION

A student may be placed on disciplinary probation when campus rules and policies are disregarded. When a student is placed on disciplinary probation, the student is given a specified time to improve his/her record. If the student’s record does not show improvement, the student may be suspended for a specific time, usually a semester or more.

STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES

The Central Louisiana Technical College complies with Section 504 and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Students with disabilities who seek accommodations must make their requests known by contacting the Disabilities Coordinator at the beginning of each semester. If a disability is identified later in the semester, a non-retroactive accommodation plan will be developed.

Course Transferability

A student should contact the institution to which he or she intends to transfer to inquire about the potential transferability of the course and to determine whether the course will count in his or her major.

Instructor Credentials

All instructors for this course meet or exceed the criteria for academic and professional preparation as required in the SACS/COC standards for accreditation.