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Santa Ana College
CMPR103  Internet And World Wide Web Essentials
Ticket #: 1710309     Instructor: Debbie Crowley

CMPR103 Syllabus

Description | Goals | Objectives | Textbook | Course Format | Academic Honesty | Final Exam | Grading

 

Course Description

This course is designed as an introduction to the Internet. The class topics covered in this class include the use of E-mail, Web browsers, searching techniques, guidelines for web site content evaluation, file transfer protocol, Internet resources, simple Web page development, ethics and security.

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Course Goals

To expose students to the vast resources available on the Internet and the ethical, legal, security and social issues associated with these resources.

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Performance Objectives
Upon completion of the course:

  • Students will be able to configure and use a Web Browser
  • Students will learn how to connect to the Internet and to secure their computers from intruders
  • Be able to navigate rapidly and effectively around the Internet
  • Students will be able to perform basic and complex searches to obtain information or files using the variety of search tools available on the Web
  • Students will be given guidelines to evaluate a Web Sites content to determine if they d are factual and verifiable
  • Students will learn about the ethical & legal issues regarding information and files available on the Internet
  • Students will be able to send email and utilize email features such as attaching files, and using filters or rules to organize or block email
  • Students will be able to participate in electronic discussions
  • Students will be able to upload and download files using ftp
  • Students will be able to create a simple web page and publish it on the Internet

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Text Book

Learning To Use the Internet and the World Wide Web by Ernest Ackermann & Karen Hartman. Published by Franklin, Beedle & Associates, Inc. ISBN # 1-59028-035-0

Picture of class textbook

You can order your textbook online at Don Bookstore.com in Aug.

Once you are at the Don Bookstore home page do the following:

  • Click on the Click here to shop for Textbooks Link.
  • Read the web page then click the I accept these terms and conditions link at the bottom of the page.
  • Follow the instructions on the form:
    • Select - Fall 2006 for Campus Term
    • Then select the COMPSCI - COMPUTER SCIENCE Department
    • Then select the course 103
    • Finally select the section 09-CROWLEY
  • We have only one text book for our class, and you'll see it listed.
  • Enter in the Qty (number) of books you wish to order
  • Click "add to basket"
  • You'll get the Security Alert dialog box, click "OK"
  • You'll be sent to a secure connection where it is safe to enter in your personal and credit card information
  • When your finished shopping, click the link "basket" where you will complete your purchase.

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Course Format

This course is delivered completely online. Students will use the Internet to access lectures, required readings, required discussion sessions, and present the class project.

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Academic Honesty Policy

All students are expected to complete tests and projects on an individual basis. All acts of plagiarism, cheating or any other form of dishonesty will result in disciplinary action. You should be familiar with the Academic Honesty Policy at Rancho Santiago Community College District.  Read Here

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Final Exam

The Final will be available the last week of class. It will be your opportunity to demonstrate the skills you acquired during this course.

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Grading

 
All assignments will be evaluated on Accuracy, Quality and Meeting the due date.
 
Final grades will be determined in the following manner:
Class Task Percentage of Grade Grade Points
Class participation in Discussions 20% 200 pts.
Web Site Evaluation Project 15% 150 pts.
Create a Web Page Project 10% 100 pts.
Assignments 40% 400 pts.
Final Exam 15% 150 pts.
Total 100% 1000 pts.

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    Last updated: March 2, 2008