Course Syllabus

 

                            Information Technology I & II

 

Course Description: This course is designed to be a complete, step-by-step approach for learning the fundamentals of supporting and troubleshooting computer hardware, software and Networks.  This course will focus on computer hardware, software and networks including:  Windows OS, Power supplies, Motherboards, Processors (Intel and AMD), Memory, SSD/Hard Drives, Networks, Programing, Coding, Databases and more...

 

Type of course:         Theory/Lab

Credit Hours:            3

Class Time:               M-F, 7:35-10:15; 12:40 – 1:50

Class Location:          Mr. Hudson RM 168

Prerequisites:           Information Tech II requires satisfaction                                                completion of Information Tech I

 

Information Technology I LAB FEE: $30

Information Technology II LAB FEE: $30

 

INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION:

Instructor Name: Mr. Bryan Hudson                      

Instructor’s Office Hours: M-F 10:15AM - 11:30AM; 2:00PM – 2:30PM

Instructor Phone: (901) 484-7649

Instructor Email: BryanKHudson@gmail.com

 

REQUIRED TEXT, REFERENCES, AND MATERIALS:

Text:   A+, N+ Guide (Mr. Hudson will provide books)

Binder: 3 ring binder

USB drive

 

CORE COMPETENCIES:

Every student graduating from Career and Technology Center - West with any Technical Certificate will be proficient in the following competencies:

Communication Skills (oral and written)

Critical Thinking Skills

Technology Skills

 

COURSE ACTIVITIES:

In this course students will:

Participate in discussions of course materials.

Participate in in-class activities.

Participate in hands-on activities.

 

•                                  A = 90% - 100%

                                   B = 80% - 89%

                                   C = 70% - 79%

                                   D = 60% - 69%

                                   F = Below 60%

   

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                             GRADING CRITERIA AND SCALE:

 

                             Homework . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  30%

                             Tests/Project . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  50%

                             9 Weeks/Final Exam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20%

 

 

 

ACADEMIC DISHONESTY:

Dishonesty in any form-including plagiarism, turning in assignments prepared by others, unauthorized possession of exams, or the copying of answers from another-may result in the student receiving an “F”.

 

 

STUDENT CONDUCT:

Students should attend every session of every course in which they are enrolled. As such, students are responsible for all material and information that was given out in class or lab.

 

 

ADVISING STATEMENT:

Students are encouraged to remain in close contact with their instructor to assess progress and ensure the timely completion of program of study.

 

 

INSTRUCTOR’S POLICY ON ABSENCES AND GRADING ALERTS:

All absences are unexcused unless the student can prove extreme extenuating circumstances. The CTC-WEST handbook attendance policy also applies. Makeup tests and lab work must be turned in within one week of the date given. Quizzes cannot be made up. After an absence, it is the student’s responsibility to find out what information was missed.

 

 

OTHER CLASSROOM AND LAB POLICIES:

Cell phones should either be turned off or operate on silent to prevent disruption during lecture and other class activities. Texting during class will not be tolerated. NOTE: CTC-WEST is not responsible for lost or stolen cell phones. They are your responsibility.

 

 

Disclaimer: This syllabus represents a “best” plan for the course, but as with most plans, it is subject to change.