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Essential Objectives

Course Syllabus

Revision Date: 29-Dec-25

Spring 2026 | CIS-1100-VO02 - Introduction to Computer Science

Online Class

Online courses take place 100% online via Canvas, without required in-person or Zoom meetings.

Location: Online
Credits: 3 (45 hours)
Day/Times: Meets online
Semester Dates: 01-27-2026 to 05-11-2026
Last day to add this section: 02-05-2026
Last day to drop without a grade: 02-08-2026 - Refund Policy
Last day to withdraw (W grade): 03-29-2026 - Refund Policy
This course has started, please contact the offering academic center about registration

Faculty

Patrick Lagace
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Hiring Coordinator for this course: Deb Grant

General Education Requirements

This section meets the following CCV General Education Requirement(s) for the current catalog year:

Digital and Computing Literacy

Note

Many degree programs have specific general education recommendations. In order to avoid taking unnecessary classes, please consult with additional resources like your program evaluation, your academic program catalog year page, and your academic advisor.

Courses may only be used to meet one General Education Requirement.

Course Description

This course is designed to give a broad-based introduction to all aspects of computing. Students focus on core aspects of the discipline including hardware, networking, the Internet, programming logic, ethics, and the history and future of the industry. The goal of this course is to give students a working knowledge of the computer industry and provide a solid foundation of knowledge to begin technical training. Students have the opportunity to take the CompTIA Tech+ certification exam in this course.

Essential Objectives

1. Discuss computing history and the forces driving change in the computer industry.
2. Explain the systems of inequality in computing history and the impacts and opportunities for social change.
3. Describe the use of system and application software.
4. Determine appropriate hardware and software to complete a variety of tasks.
5. Define the role of databases in applications.
6. Compare computer hardware architecture including RAM, CPU, storage, and busses.
7. Compose a basic program in a high-level language, demonstrating algorithmic thinking to solve programming problems.
8. Explore the scope and diversity of career opportunities in the field of computer science and information technology through assignments such as informational interviews, job shadows, or other career-exploration activities.
9. Demonstrate safe, ethical, and accurate communication of information, thoughts, and ideas.
10. Discuss software systems development as an engineering discipline.
11. Explore the foundations of networking, operating systems, and data security.
12. Explore the impact and use of artificial intelligence (AI) in the field of computer science.

Required Technology

More information on general computer and internet recommendations is available on the CCV computer recommendations Support page.

Please see CCV's Digital Equity Statement (pg. 45) to learn more about CCV's commitment to supporting all students access the technology they need to successfully finish their courses.

Required Textbooks and Resources

* This is a no cost textbook or resource class. *

CIS-1100-VO02 Link to Textbooks/Resources Information for this course in eCampus.

The last day to use a Financial Aid Advance to purchase textbooks/books is the 3rd Tuesday of the semester. See your financial aid counselor at your academic center if you have any questions.

Methods

weekly readings & resources

weekly interactive projects and/or activities

weekly multimedia presentations and resources

Evaluation Criteria

Papers 20%

Quizzes 20%

Programming 20%

Learning Forums 20%

Labs 20%

Grading Criteria

CCV Letter Grades as outlined in the Evaluation System Policy are assigned according to the following chart:

High Low

A+ 100 98

A Less than 98 93

A- Less than 93 90

B+ Less than 90 88

B Less than 88 83

B- Less than 83 80

C+ Less than 80 78

C Less than 78 73

C- Less than 73 70

D+ Less than 70 68

D Less than 68 63

D- Less than 63 60

F Less than 60

P 100 60

NP Less than 60 0

Weekly Schedule

Week/Module	Topic	Readings	Assignments

1	Core Hardware Concepts	uCertify Reading 1 Introducing Internal Components 2 Exploring motherboards, processors, and memory 3 Exploring storage and expansion devices 4 Exploring power and cooling uCertify Videos Installing a motherboard, processor, and processor fan Installing a PCIe card on the motherboard Installing a PCI sound card Assessing computer’s ram and virtual memory Examining hard drives in windows Connecting the motherboard to the internal hard disks Installing SMPS and Connecting to the motherboard	Dicussion Assignments Labs Quiz

2	Peripherals and Connectors	uCertify Reading 1 Understanding Common Peripherals, Interfaces, and Connectors 2 Summary uCertify Videos Configure Mouse Properties Disabling a Touchpad Configuring Language in Windows Installing an IP Printer Connecting Speakers to a Computer Connecting a Keyboard, Mouse, and monitor to a computer Connecting a monitor and headset to a computer Changing Screen Resolution	Dicussion Assignments Labs Quiz

3	Computing Devices & the Internet of Things	uCertify Reading 3.1 Exploring Common Computing Devices 3.2 Understanding the Internet of Things 3.3 Summary uCertify Videos Replacing the Battery of a smartphone and Inserting a memory card	Dicussion Assignments Labs Quiz

4	Operating Systems	uCertify Reading 4.1 Operating Systems Fundamentals 4.2 Management an Operating System 4.3 Summary UCertify Videos Creating a Shortcut Creating a Password-Protected User Account Creating a Standard User Account Viewing Driver Details Deleting a Partition Creating a New Volume Changing the System's Virtual Memory Running the Disk Cleanup Utility Configuring Windows User Account Control Creating a Task with Task Scheduler Manipulating Files	Dicussion Assignments Labs Quiz IT Paper

5	Operating Systems 2	uCertify Reading 5.1 Understanding Application Architecture and Installation 5.2 Exploring Common Application Types 5.3 Summary UCertify Videos Installing Operating System Features Uninstalling an Application Uninstalling and Reinstalling a Device Driver Disabling and Enabling a Device in Device Manager Rolling Back a Driver Updating a Driver Enabling Windows Update Installing 7-Zip Managing Cookies and Cache in Microsoft Edge Configuring the Edge Pop-Up Blocker Downloading and Installing the Adobe Acrobat Reader Using 7-Zip to Create an Archive Running Antivirus Turning on Windows Firewall Setting Up a DMZ on a SOHO Router	Dicussions Assignments Labs Quiz

6	Software Development	uCertify Reading 6.1 Exploring Programming Languages 6.2 Understanding Programming Concepts and Techniques. 6.3 Summary UCertify Videos Converting a Decimal Number to Binary Creating “Hello, world!” in HTML	Dicussions Assignments Labs Quiz IT Paper

7	Database Fundamentals	uCertify Reading 7.1 Understanding Databases 7.2 Summary UCertify Videos Deleting a Table Creating a Database and a Table Importing Data from Excel to Access	Dicussion Assignments Labs Quiz I

8	: Networking Concepts & Technologies	uCertify Reading 8.1 Exploring Connection Types and Features 8.2 Understanding Network Connectivity Essentials 8.3 Setting Up a Wireless Network 8.4 Summary UCertify Videos Configuring Automatic Private IP Addressing Accessing the Windows 10 Wireless Properties Connecting a Wireless Router to a Laptop Configuring Windows 10 Wireless Settings Configuring a Wireless Client Configuring a DHCP Role with Error Notification	Dicussion Assignments Labs Quiz

9	Security Concepts & Threats	uCertify Reading 1 Understanding Hackers and motives 2 UnSecurity Threats threats 3 Understadning Security Control 4 Summary UCertify Videos Creating a DoS Attack Scenario Understanding Single Sign-On	Dicussion Assignments Labs Quiz

10	Security Best Practices	uCertify Reading 1 Understanding Security Best Practices 2 Summary UCertify Videos Applying a Screen Saver Backing Up a Windows Security Certificate Starting and Stopping a Service	Dicussion Assignments Labs Quiz

11	Business Continuity & Computer Support	uCertify Reading 11.1 Understanding Business Continuity 11.2 Exploring Computer Support 11.3 Summary UCertify Videos Backing Up Files Restoring Files Booting Into Safe Mode Creating a Restore Point Restoring a Restore Point Running an Application in Compatibility Mode Using the System Configuration Utility Creating a Desktop Shortcut for MSConfig	Dicussion Assignments Labs Quiz

12	Introduction to Programming	Why should you learn to write programs? (Python for Everybody) Variables, expressions, and statements (Python for Everyone) Video - Variables, Expressions, and Statements	IT Paper Programming Assignment

13	Programming Continued	Conditional Execution (Python for Everyone) Conditional Logic (Part 01) Conditional Logic (Part 02)	Programming Assignments

14	Artificial Intelligence	Microsoft 365 Blog: "Introducing Microsoft 365 Copilot—your copilot for work" This article provides an overview of Microsoft 365 Copilot and its integration with various Microsoft Office applications, including Word. It explains how Copilot can assist with drafting, editing, and formatting documents, making it a powerful tool for enhancing productivity. Read the full article here The Verge: "Microsoft’s new Copilot will change Office documents forever" This article from The Verge discusses the features and capabilities of Microsoft Copilot within Word. It covers practical applications, such as generating text, summarizing content, and providing grammar suggestions, giving readers a comprehensive introduction to how Copilot can be used effectively. Read the full article here How-To Geek: "How to Use Microsoft Copilot in Word" This guide from How-To Geek offers a step-by-step tutorial on how to get started with Microsoft Copilot in Word. It includes instructions on accessing Copilot features, using it for different tasks, and tips for maximizing its benefits in document creation and editing. Read the full article here	Discussions

15	Digital Badges	What Are Course Badges & Digital Credentials? Why Are CCV Digital Badges & Credentials Valuable? Claiming Your Digital Course Badge Sharing Your Digital Badge & Credential	Claim Your Digital Badge

Attendance Policy

Regular attendance and participation in classes are essential for success in and are completion requirements for courses at CCV. A student's failure to meet attendance requirements as specified in course descriptions will normally result in a non-satisfactory grade.

In general, missing more than 20% of a course due to absences, lateness or early departures may jeopardize a student's ability to earn a satisfactory final grade.
Attending an on-ground or synchronous course means a student appeared in the live classroom for at least a meaningful portion of a given class meeting. Attending an online course means a student posted a discussion forum response, completed a quiz or attempted some other academically required activity. Simply viewing a course item or module does not count as attendance.
Meeting the minimum attendance requirement for a course does not mean a student has satisfied the academic requirements for participation, which require students to go above and beyond simply attending a portion of the class. Faculty members will individually determine what constitutes participation in each course they teach and explain in their course descriptions how participation factors into a student's final grade.

Accessibility Services for Students with Disabilities:

CCV strives to mitigate barriers to course access for students with documented disabilities. To request accommodations, please

Provide disability documentation to the Accessibility Coordinator at your academic center. https://ccv.edu/discover-resources/students-with-disabilities/
Request an appointment to meet with accessibility coordinator to discuss your request and create an accommodation plan.
Once created, students will share the accommodation plan with faculty. Please note, faculty cannot make disability accommodations outside of this process.

Academic Integrity

CCV has a commitment to honesty and excellence in academic work and expects the same from all students. Academic dishonesty, or cheating, can occur whenever you present -as your own work- something that you did not do. You can also be guilty of cheating if you help someone else cheat. Being unaware of what constitutes academic dishonesty (such as knowing what plagiarism is) does not absolve a student of the responsibility to be honest in his/her academic work. Academic dishonesty is taken very seriously and may lead to dismissal from the College.

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