INTERNET TECHNOLOGY - PERSPECTIVES 2730
Instructor:
Calvin Walker
Office: 229 245-4378
Office Location: University Center, Room 1108
Office Hours:____________________________________, or by
appointment
Course Description: An introduction to networking concepts, the Internet,
and the World Wide Web with regional and global applications. Students will
work with FTP, telnet, email Usenet, listservs, and
internet-based electronic bulletin boards, search strategies, and web page
construction.
Course Goals: As a college
student, you have probably spent quite a few hours on the Internet even if you
don't own a computer. In 1999, over 90% of U.S. college students had
access to the Internet, and 80% of graduating college students used it to
search for a job or research a prospective employer. It's time to set
aside all of the hype about how the Internet is changing everything - the
ability of the Internet to transform our lives is a given. Now we need to
get down to the serious business of really putting the Internet to work for
us. The primary objective of this course is to make the internet work for
you. As a tool, the internet is an invaluable resource. You can use
your homepage as an electronic portfolio to market your skills and
abilities. In addition, you can use the internet to conduct in-depth
research for term papers or just to satisfy your own curiosity about a
particular subject. Finally, the internet offers an unparalleled form of
written, audio, and visual communication that spans the globe.
Each student will:
1.
Construct an electronic portfolio containing a resume, co-curricular
transcript, course transcript, writing samples, and a picture gallery. (VSU
General Education Outcomes 3, 4 & 7)
2. Conduct
research using the World Wide Web and the VSU's Galileo. (VSU General Education
Outcomes 3 & 7)
3. Explain
basic computer concepts including operating systems, hardware, and software.
(VSU General Education Outcomes 3 & 4)
4.
Properly configure an email program and send/receive attachments. (VSU General
Education Outcomes 3 & 4)
5. Demonstrate using the Internet for video and chat conferencing. (VSU General Education Outcomes 3 & 4)
Course Requirements:
- General: The basic requirements of
this course include a mid-term, a final exam, development of an electronic
portfolio, class presentation and attendance and service-learning.
Attendance is very important to your success (90% of success is just
showing up). If you are absent from class more than 3 times, you will
be dropped one letter grade. If you miss 6 classes, you will receive a
failing grade.
- Homework: All reading assignments
should be completed prior to the beginning of class on the date listed
under "Weekly Reading and Homework Assignments." Reading and
homework assignments will be covered in detail during class. In some
cases, you will be able to complete the homework and reading assignments
early; I encourage you to work ahead. Don't wait until the last
minute.
- Special Needs: Students who require
classroom accommodations or modifications because of a documented
disability should discuss this with me at the beginning of the semester.
Students not registered with the Access Office should contact this office
in Nevins Hall, Room 1115 at 245-2498.
- Code of
Conduct: I expect every student to do his or her own work. Violations
of the student code regarding honesty and plagiarism will result in an
automatic "F" in the course. I encourage you to form study
groups and support each other in legitimate collaboration.
- Problems: Anyone experiencing
problems with exams, note taking, or anything else of a course-related
nature is encouraged to consult with me during office hours. If illness or
family related problems keep you from class for an extended period, the
proper procedure is to inform Student Affairs (333-5941) who will, in
turn, inform all of your instructors.
- Class Format: A major share of class
time will be devoted to short lectures, student presentations,
demonstrations, in-basket exercises, and class discussion. It is important
to complete the assigned readings before class so we may have informed
discussions and conversations. If we are to have a successful class, each
student must show respect and courtesy to others. There is never a
shortage of personal opinions - let's make sure there isn't a shortage of
civility either.
- Overall Grade: Grades for each
component of the overall course will be computed based on a 100-point
scale. These components will then be added together with the appropriate
weighting to each to calculate the final course grade. The following scale
will be used to decide the letter grade for the course:
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A 90-100
B 80-89
C 70-79
D 65-69
F < 60
"And they, while others slept, toiled upwards into the night." Thoreau
ACADEMIC HONESTY POLICIES & PROCEDURES:
Cheating on examinations and plagiarism will not
be tolerated. If you are caught cheating or plagiarizing in any form, you will
receive a failing grade for that assignment, and you will be reported to the
University for appropriate action. If you are
uncertain what constitutes plagiarism or cheating, please consult the current VSU
Student Handbook (Student Code of Conduct) or the following VSU website:
http://www.valdosta.edu/academic/AcademicHonestyPoliciesandProcedures.shtml
Required Textbook and Materials:
- Access to Internet (Internet
Explorer 6.0 or Netscape 4.73) – additional links will be provided in
class. Also, you will need a flash drive.
Custom Learning Management System (CLMS): “Custom Guide Learn on Demand” is VSU’s Online Training for computer basics. Students will create their individual account and complete the following training – pretest and training:
Computer Basics:
1. The Essentials
2. Understanding Hardware
3. Understanding Software
4. Information Networks
5. Introduction to Windows XP
6. Working with a Window
7. Working with Programs
8. Working with Files and Folders
9. Exploring the Internet
Use the following link to create a new account or sign in to an existing one: http://www.valdosta.edu/it/css/wks/
Scroll down to the
heading Online Software Training. Click on click here. Set up your account
using your VSU email address and create a password. Under My Courses click
Computer Basics. You will complete the pretest and the tutorials on the
information you answered incorrectly. After the tutorials are completed, you
will have a certificate of completion. You must print the certificate out and
turn in to me. After midterm, you will have a 10 item multiple choice test over Computer Basics. You cannot take the test unless you have turned in the certificate.
**There are ONLY 10 concurrent licenses in VSU, that is, only 10 users can use the program at the same time. You may NOT be able to get online the first time, especially during peak hours. Try again during non-peak hours. The deadline to complete the training is by________________.
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ASSIGNMENT |
POSSIBLE POINTS |
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Electronic Portfolio |
70 points |
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Midterm |
0 points |
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Final Examination |
10 points |
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Student Presentation |
10 points |
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Service-Learning |
10 points |
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Total |
100 points |
CLASS MEETING
WEEKLY READING&HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENTS
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January 10 |
Introduction, Course Overview |
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January 14 |
Introduction cont. |
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January 17 |
MLK Holiday |
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January 19 |
The Electronic Portfolio
- An Overview (index.htm) |
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January 24 |
Syllabus Grits Account The Portfolio index page |
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January 26 |
The Portfolio index
page Student presentation topics |
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January 31 |
The Portfolio index page – continue Bring in choice of topics |
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February 2 |
The Portfolio index page – continue |
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February 7 |
File Transfer Protocol (FTP) - Secure Shell |
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February 9 |
Creating a photo gallery (photo.htm) |
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February 14 |
Photo gallery continued |
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February 16 |
Photo gallery continued |
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February 21 |
Co-Curricular Transcript (curricular.htm) |
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February 23 |
Writing Samples Page (samples.htm) Thursday March 3 is midterm |
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February 28 |
Favorite Links Page (links.htm) Thursday March 3 is midterm |
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March 2 |
Service-Learning Page (service.htm) Thursday March 3 is midterm |
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March 7 |
Student Presentations |
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March 9 |
Student Presentations |
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March 14 -18 |
Spring Break |
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March 21 |
Student Presentations |
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March 23 |
Student Presentations (1) Viruses, Trojans, and
worms. |
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March 28 |
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March 30 |
Student
Presentations
Early Registration for Freshman @ 7am |
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April 4 |
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April 6 |
Student Presentations |
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April 11 |
Portfolio Workday |
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April 13 |
Portfolio Workday The complete portfolio |
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April 18 |
Student Presentations |
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April 20 |
Student Presentations Service
Hours must be completed |
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April 26 -28 |
Putting it all together----Last class day |
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May
3 |
Dead Day |
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May
4 |
Final Examinations |
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May
5 |
Final Examinations |
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May 6 |
Final Examinations |
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May 7 |
G r a d u a t i o n |