BLACK RIVER TECHNICAL COLLEGE
Course Name: Data Base Management Systems
Course Number: CIS2043
Course Credit: 3 credit hours
Instructor: R. Schaa
Office Hours: As posted
Phone: (870) 248-4000, ext.4137
You may leave a voice mail if I am not in my office.
Email: ruths@blackrivertech.org
Textbook:
Microsoft Access 2002: Complete Concepts and Techniques by Shelly, Cashman, and Pratt. Course Technology.
Other Required Materials:
At least 2 zip disks
Course Description:
Designed to give students practical experience and proficiency in database management through lecture and lab exercises.
Performance Objectives: Upon completion of the course the students should possess a broad understanding of Microsoft Access for Windows. The students should be able to apply what they have learned in a realistic business situation. Students will be able to demonstrate through the completion of assignments the following: how to create a database, add, delete, cut, paste, and print reports; sort and filter tables; add tables, forms and reports to a database; use queries; and other additional features.
Course Requirements and Evaluation Methodology:
Attendance: Students are expected to attend class regularly and to be punctual in order to complete satisfactorily this course. If a student is absent, the student is responsible for the missed work. Excessive absenteeism may result in loss of credit for the course. Excessive is defined as two times the number of times the class meets per week.
Assignments and Assessment:
1. Students should read each chapter before the lecture and/or discussion. Every student will participate in the class discussions of the assigned chapter, questions, or problems
2. Students should answer the assigned questions and define the key terms. Students will use the in-class discussion as an assessment of their knowledge of the subject matter.
3. Students should complete the assigned hands-on activities. Assignment due dates will be given and late assignments will not be accepted after a one class day grace period; late assignments will be penalized ten percent. The students, not the instructor, are responsible for meeting the deadlines. More than one database will be created and used during the semester; each database will be used in each of the projects, so if you don’t complete the work in project 1, you can’t complete the assignment in project 2. This method of instruction will enable the students to assess whether they comprehend the concepts of database management. Data disks will be collected thorough out the semester to grade the databases
28534. Students should complete supplemental problems or questions.
Class Participation and Behavior: Class participation is a vital part of the learning environment. Therefore, each student is expected to participate in classroom discussions, answer questions, and offer input. Students are expected to behave in a professional, courteous and respectful manner while in class. In accordance with college rules, food and beverages are not permitted in the classroom.
Cell phones and pagers will be turned off during class time.
Computer Time: All assignments may not be completed during the scheduled class time; therefore, students should schedule approximately ten to twelve hours per week of computer time outside of class. The out-of-class time that the student requires will be determined by the student’s own abilities and understanding of Access.
Exams and Make-ups: The exams may consist of true/false, multiple choice, short answer, or essay questions. The instructor reserves the right to deviate from the described test format. Test results and scores will only be distributed in class after the tests have been graded; usually, this is the next scheduled class period. Mid-term and final grades are posted on Campus Connect; if you call the instructor for your grades, your final grade will be reduced by a letter grade.
Students will not be allowed to retake an exam for any reason.
Only one missed exam will be permitted per semester per subject. Emergencies and sudden illnesses will be taken into consideration with proper documentation.
Late assignments: Any assignment turned in late will be assessed a 20% penalty if turned in by the following class. If the assignment is not turned by the following class time, the student will be given a 0 for that assignment. The assignment is termed "late" if the assignment is not handed in when the instructor calls for them.
STUDENT ASSESSMENT:
Assessment Points: 100 points each exam
50 points collected and graded assignments
Grading Scale: 90-100 A
80-89 B
70-79 C
60-69 D
Below 60 F
Ethical Behavior: Ethical behavior means communicating honestly and politely with fellow students and with the instructor; it means relying solely on your own memory to answer test question. Cheating will not be tolerated. The first offense will result in an "F" for that grade and the second offense may result in dismissal from the course.
Instructional Methodology: Lecture, class discussion, demonstration problems
Black River Technical College seeks to be in compliance with both the spirit and the letter of the law as stated in Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, as amended, and the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Students seeking ADA accommodations must contact Mr. Jim Ulmer, Director of Disability Support Services, P. O. Box 468, Pocahontas, AR 72455. Phone 870-248-4000 X4011 or Fax 870-248-4100 or jamessu@blackrivertech.org. Contact must be made two weeks prior to beginning date of each enrollment period
***This syllabus is tentative and is subject to change, if necessary.***