This document provides information about the Comp 5 Computer Concepts course taught by Warren Sargent. It outlines the course contact information, topics to be covered including an overview of hardware, software, and key computer concepts. The class plan details lectures, homework, quizzes using Blackboard and software exercises, with grades based on participation, homework, quizzes, and a final exam. The document lists resources like the instructor's website and Blackboard for the course.

1. Comp 5
Computer Concepts

2.  Warren Sargent
 625-4598
 warrens@cos.edu
 Blackboard at COS: bb.cos.edu

3. Course Information on Internet
 http://www.cos.edu
 Click on:
 Divisions and Programs
 Business and then again on Business
 Faculty/Staff
 Warren Sargent
 http://www.cos.edu/sargent

4. Personal Introductions
 Name
 Why are you taking this class?
 What do you want to learn?
 Job

5. Class Plan
 Lecture
 Homework
 Blackboard quizzes
 Software exercises
 Software usage
 Class participation – in class & through
Blackboard!

6. Class Plan
Participation 100
Homework, quizzes and problems 700
Final 200
Total 1000

7. Class Plan
 Attendance
 You receive an “F” if you are not present for the
final
 Class disruptions can lead to “F” in class
 Homework and quizzes (no make-ups)

8. Class Plan
 Final (comprehensive = entire course)
 Software solutions

9. Topics Covered
 Computer industry overview
 Hardware
 Software
 Communications/Networking
 Introduction to key concepts
 Exposure to important techniques
 Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and
PowerPoint software products

10. www.cos.edu/sargent

11. bb.cos.edu
 Blackboard

12. Understandable Technology Tips
 Walter Mossberg – Wall Street Journal

13. Cost of Computing is Declining