Network, E-mail and Internet Access:

     Each semester, when the network administrator inputs network login ID's, they are created as locked or disabled. For your first time logging on an Seminole State computer, EVERY student MUST login using MYID to unlock their account to use campus computers. DL students may come to campus to do work, but will not be able to login, as normal, to the network until you've unlocked your personal login ID first.

Username/ID: Your network login ID will be the same as what you created on MySeminole State (http://my.scc-fl.edu/) when registering for classes.  The seven digit Seminole State number you may have used in previous terms is no longer valid (unless you created a MySeminole State login name with the same number). You must use your new id beginning with summer term 2004.  On-campus students may use a generic log-in for the first week of class (usually MCStudent) and look up their log-in ID in the classroom. If you did not create a MySeminole State login name when registering for classes, you won't have a network login and mailbox.

Password: Your Password is your first and last initial, followed by the six digits of your birth date in the YYMMDD format, where YY is the two digit year (don't use the 19 in the 19YY format) MM is the two digit month (Jan-Sep months must use a leading 0) DD is the two digit day (1st-9th must use a leading 0).  Make sure that there are no spaces between the items and the letters are lowercase.  Example: If your name is John Doe and you were born on March 1, 1977 your password would be: jd770301.

     Due to severe penalties for misuse, you are cautioned to review your Student Handbook regarding the ethical use of this resource.  It may be necessary sometime during the semester to email assignments to the instructor.  You may use an e-mail account that you have at home and/or at work, providing you can e-mail your files as attachments (online students must use ANGEL account when communicating with instructor).  WinZip can be used to condense your files if needed.

     If you don't have your own personal e-mail account, you may use the Seminole State student e-mail system (MyMail).  All Seminole State students are issued an e-mail account, which is recommended for large file sizes or multiple file attachments.  Seminole State mail can be accessed through: http://mymail.scc-fl.edu/.  Your Username and Password should be the same as your Network login.

     "Lab Rules" and "Lab Hours" can be found on line and accessible from any student desktop in any Seminole State lab. The URL is: http://www2.scc-fl.edu/labhours/LabRules.htm 

Attendance:

     A  recommended schedule of activities is provided to help you organize your time and create some structure in the course; it does not provide 'slack' time.   You may choose to work at your own pace but it is important that you adhere to the due dates.   It is suggested that you post a copy of the calendar where you will see it so you do not miss due dates.  Work not submitted by the required date will not be accepted unless prior arrangements have been made.

     If you miss class, it is your responsibility to make up the time in the Lab  (check the Seminole State website : http://www.seminolestate.edu/cts/labhours/  to see what the lab hours are at each campus) or at your home or work computer. I recommend that you attend all classes. Attendance will be taken at the beginning of each class, so be sure to check in after class if you arrive late (for online students your attendance is noted through ANGEL participation).  You are responsible for assuring that your presence is noted. A student, who is absent from class 10% of the scheduled class time, is subject to being dropped without warning by the instructor.

     You may withdraw from class by visiting the registration office or via the MySeminole State link from the Seminole State homepage (www.seminolestate.edu). The deadline to withdraw is usually no later than when 70% of the class has been completed. After the deadline, your instructor can withdraw you from class, but you must send a written notice or an email to your instructor requesting a "W".  Students who fail to withdraw will be graded with zeroes for the incomplete assignments and exams and the earned grade will be assigned (usually an "F").   Remember, it is your responsibility to withdraw from class if you can no longer attend.

     A student who has to be absent because of jury duty, a court-mandated appearance or a religious observance that would result in a missed exam, must contact the instructor within 24 hours to schedule a make-up exam before the next class period. 

     Any student who has a disability and is in need of special services should contact Disability Support Services (Room S-002, Phone 407-328-2109) by the second week of class.

Windows

   You will have one 50-point exam following the lab/assignment work for the Microsoft Windows Projects (1 - 3) in your textbook. The closed-book exam will consist of questions using the multiple choice and/or true/false format.  You can use Windows on your classroom PC during the exam. It is highly recommended that you complete all assignments and take a few Practice Tests before the exam!  Extra credit points may be earned by taking Practice Tests before the exam.

Discovering Computers 

     You will have two 50 point exams from this textbook.  The first exam will cover chapters 1 - 4.  The second exam will cover chapters 5 - 8.  These closed-book exams will consist of questions using the multiple choice and/or true/false format.  It is highly recommended that you read each chapter, complete the "Learn it Online" assignments and take a few Practice Tests before each exam! Extra credit points may be earned by taking Practice Tests before each exam.

Microsoft Word 

     You will have one 50-point exam following the lab/assignment work for the Microsoft Word Projects (1 - 3). The closed-book exam will consist of questions using the multiple choice and/or true/false format. You can use the Word software on your classroom PC while taking the exam.  It is highly recommended that you complete all assignments and take a few Practice Tests before the exam!  Extra credit points may be earned by taking Practice Tests before the exam.

Assignments:

Windows 

     You will be provided with a "Windows Assignment Sheet". As you're working through the Windows projects and assignments, you must print and keep a copy of specific items as indicated on the assignment sheet. Each printout must contain your name and copy number as indicated.  Each copy is worth 2 points (one point for doing the assignment correctly and one point for including your name in the  footer) for a total of 50 points.  When you submit your copies to the instructor, you must have the copies correctly sequenced, with the Windows Cover Sheet on top or they will not be graded. The assignment must be submitted on time; late assignments will not be accepted.

     Most copies require a PrintScreen capture, which is easily obtained by using the PrintKey software When you touch the PrintScreen key, the Windows software will capture the display on the screen at the time you touch the PrintScreen key. On the Seminole State computers, the PrintKey software will then provide you a method in the footer to add your name and copy number and then print the captured screen. If you're not using the Seminole State computers, see the alternate PrintScreen method on the assignment sheet

Word 

     You will be provided with a  "Word Assignment Sheet". As you're working through the Word projects and assignments, you must print and keep a copy of specific items as indicated on the assignment sheet. Each printout must contain your name as indicated. You must type the correct copy number on each print copy.  Each copy is worth 2.5 points for a total of 50 points. Two points are allocated for correctly doing the assignment. The half point is earned by correctly including your name and the print copy number. When you submit your copies to the instructor, you must have the copies correctly sequenced, with the Word Cover Sheet on top or they will not be graded. The assignment must be submitted on time; late assignments will not be accepted.

Student Data Files can be downloaded from http://www.scsite.com/ (see instructions in your Word book), or they can be found on Seminole State's network at G:\Datalib\CGS1060\...(then pick the appropriate application folder/file).

Discovering Computers

     You will be responsible for 10 assignments (5 points each) from the Discovering Computers (DC) textbook worth 50 points total. You must pick ten assignments (at least one per chapter) from the "Learn it Online" section at the end of chapters 1 - 8 in your Discovering Computers book.  You will use CoursePort to gain access to these online resources, including robust Student Online Companion Web sites and keep track of the work you do there (http://login.course.com/).  All printouts must be labeled (typed) with your name and detailed assignment information (i.e.: chapter number and item number/description) and submitted with the Learn it Online Cover Sheet the day of the DC 5 - 8 exam.

Internet Research

      Near the end of the semester, you will be provided a handout for the "Internet Research Assignment" with detailed instructions, worth 50 points. This assignment is not necessarily derived from any one textbook, but all information needed to complete the assignment will be discussed in class. The assignment involves using the Internet, e-mail, and scanners. A second research project  may be submitted for 20 extra credit points (see instructor for topic - "Stocks").

Extra Credit:

     You can earn up to 10% (40 points max) extra credit in this class by taking practice tests and doing additional assignments in Discovering Computers, Windows, Word, or the Internet. Please see your instructor/books for details.

MSDN Academic Alliance Software:

     Seminole State is a member of the Microsoft Developer's Network Academic Alliance.  As a member, all of the software licensed under the MSDNAA Program is available for download to registered students. Simply go to http://msdn06.e-academy.com/scc-fl_net and click on the Software tab to see a complete listing of software available.  Approximately two weeks after classes start, you will receive a "Welcome Letter"  in your Seminole State MyMail account (http://mymail.scc-fl.edu/) that includes your MSDN username and password.

Emergency Conditions:

     To verify that the college is open and classes are being held, please call: 407-328-2290 or 407-328-4722. The Seminole State website homepage features updated announcements: http://www.seminolestate.edu/