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CS 5 - Petaluma Campus

Class Meetings

M & W 9:00am-11:00am PC 643

Course Description

Designed for the transfer student and/or the person wanting a broad knowledge of computer concepts. No previous experience with computers is required or assumed. This course presents an overview of computers in our world today, how they work, how they are used and their impact on society. Students will be introduced to the Internet and World Wide Web, basic programming concepts and productivity software including word processing, spreadsheet, presentation and database software.

CS 5 offers a broad overview of computer history, functionality, use, social impact and the future of computing. This course is mostly about concepts and theory but hands-on practice will be required to complete tests and class assignments.

The lab work offers limited experience with operating systems, word processing, Internet/World Wide Web access, Web page creation, email, spreadsheet, database, graphics, presentation software, programming, and document integration.
Lab exercises are demonstrated on PC using Windows, various tutorial programs, and Office Applications. Students are welcome to use PC, Mac or LINUX.

Recommended Prerequisites:
Basic understanding of how to use a computer (PC or Mac)
Example: Web, email, word processing (basic level)

Because of the reading required, eligibility for English 100A or equivalent reading level is recommended. If you are not sure what your reading level is, contact the Assessment Office http://www.santarosa.edu/app/placement/

Note: CS 5 is a 3-unit course. We meet each week for a total of 3 hours in the classroom and 1 hour in lab. To do well, plan on spending two or more hours of outside work (reading, study, projects, etc.) for each hour you spend in class.

Student Learning Outcomes

Students will be able to:
1.  Recognize the capabilities and limitations of computer technology, and the theoretical foundations of computing.
2.  Critically assess the social and ethical implications of computer technology in their daily life.
3.  Improve problem solving and critical thinking through the application of scientific knowledge using hands-on activities.

Instructor Contact

DocScottRosen.jpg Dr. Scott Rosen
 Office: CS Dept Office (Santa Rosa)
 Fax: (707) 778-3910
 srosen@santarosa.edu

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Instructor Schedule

Monday
9 - 11am CS 5 Computer Literacy PC 643
11am - 1pm CS 80.15 IT Essentials PC 643
1 - 1:30pm Office Hours PC 643

Tuesday
10 - 10:30am Office Hours 2913 Maggini
10:30am - 12:30pm CS 5 Computer Literacy 2913 Maggini
2 - 4:30pm Department Activities  CS Dept - Santa Rosa
starts  3/27 6 - 9:20pm CS 60.11a 2806 Maggini

Wednesday
9 - 11am CS 5 Computer Literacy PC 643
11am – 1pm CS 80.15 IT Essentials PC 643
1 – 1:30pm Office Hours PC 643
3 - 5pm Academic Senate Senate Chambers

Thursday
10 - 10:30am Office Hours 2913 Maggini
10:30am - 12:30pm CS 5 Computer Literacy 2913 Maggini
5:30 - 6pm Office Hours PC 643
6 - 10pm CS 84.11 IT Support PC 643

 

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