CCCOnline LogoCourse Snapshot for CIS155 - PC Spreadsheet Concepts

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Course Competencies

The competencies you will demonstrate in this course are as follows:

  1. Working with cells.
  2. Edit, move, copy, delete cell contents.
  3. Work with AutoFill, AutoSum and AutoFormat features.
  4. Locate and open existing workbooks, save, create folders, and use templates.
  5. Apply formatting to worksheets.
  6. Insert and delete, hide and unhide, and freeze and unfreeze rows and columns.
  7. Use Paste Function and formula palette.
  8. Use date and financial functions.
  9. Hide, display, and customize toolbars.
  10. Record, run, and edit macros.
Learning concepts for this course are enchanced using websites, video, and online discussions.

Module Outcomes Mapped to Competencies

Module 1
  Outcomes Competencies
1 Understand the layout, elements, and purpose of Excel. A, B, D
2 Determine values using formulas and functions.  A, B
3 Demonstrate abilities to select, move, copy, paste, and auto-fill cells. A, B
4 Modify cell references types (absolute, relative, mixed) to produce desired results.  C
5 Understand functions for required calculations and diagnosing errors.  C
6 Develop named ranges and use within functions and formulas.  A, C
Module 2
  Outcomes Competencies
1 Determine chart types to use for desired results.  
2 Create graphs and charts for desired results.   E
3 Manipulate graph and chart elements to customize view.  
4 Use tables and data-sets to customize large volume of data.  
5 Employ conditional formatting rules to highlight specific data.  
6 Employ filters and sorts to enhance table data.  
Module 3
  Outcomes Competencies
1 Utilize Date and Time Functions.
2 Format Cell Styles and 3D References.
3 Develop a table for organized data sets. 
4 Utilize specialized functions and fields. 
5 Make use of Conditional Formatting.
Module 4
  Outcomes Competencies
1 Create templates.  
2 Make use of graphics. 
3 Import data.
4 Develop PivotTables and PivotCharts.  G
Module 5
  Outcomes Competencies
1 Show how to find and fix errors. 
2 Develop data validation rules for easier user completion. 
3 Make use of Solver and Scenario. 
4 Make use of Power Pivots, Data Models, and other data tools. 
5 Apply the basics of Macros. 
6 Make use of the advanced features of Excel for future consideration.
7 Experiment with multiple users on a single workbook. D

Course Time Commitment and Expectations

For every credit hour, students should plan to spend an average of 2-3 hours per week for course-related activities in a 15-week course. For example, a 3 credit hour course would average an average 6-9 hours per week to read/listen to the online content, participate in discussion forums, complete assignments, and study the course material. For 10  and 6-week courses, the amount of time per week will be higher so all course competencies, module outcomes, and assignments will be covered.

Aside from typical reading assignments, this course has the following (Please Note: This list is subject to change based on the discretion of the instructor facilitating this course.):

Mark all Module due dates on your calendar for this class. You may submit assignments AHEAD of schedule. Late assignments will not be accepted without prior approval. 

Summary of Grading
Assignment Points %
Discussions (5 @ 20 points each) 100 9%
SAM Assignments (11 @ 10 points each) 110 10%
SAM Projects (11 @ x 50 points each) 550 51%
Capstone Projects (3 @ 100 points each) 300 30%
TOTAL 1060 100%
Grading Scale
A = 90 to 100% B = 80 to 89% C = 70 to 79% D = 60 to 69% F = 59% and below

 

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