Syllabus
CIS 158
Instructor: Mr. Ken Krizanic
Phone: 1-(708)-456-0300 ext. 6627
E-Mail: kkrizani@triton.edu
Office Hours: I will be available for assistance ˝ hour before class and ˝ hour after class, or by prearrangement.
Course Description:
An introductory course to the World Wide Web and the internet. Students learn how to use a web browser to navigate, search, and explore the Web. Hyper Text Markup Language (HTML) is introduced to create a home page. Other Internet resources are covered.
Required Textbook & Supplies:
Course Technology, The Internet, 3rd Edition, Thompson Learning, MA.
Course Technology, Creating Web Pages with HTML, 3rd Edition, Learning, MA.
At least three floppy disks or a flash drive
CIS 158 COURSE OBJECTIVES:
At the completion of this course, the student should be able to:
2. Using a WWW browser such as Netscape the student will be able to:
a. View Web pages that include graphic and text;
b. Navigate between Web pages;
c. Search the Web;
d. Explore the categories of information on the Web.
3. Define other common Internet resources including:
a. Usenet news;
b. FTP (file transfer protocol)
c. E-mail
4. Using Hyper Text Markup Language, HTML, the student will:
a. Plan a home page by creating an outline of dthe page including page title, and introductory paragraph, a list of links, an image, and a contact address;
b. Insert structuring tags for each element;
c. Write and format text;
d. Insert links to graphic;
e. View the page abd text hyperlink using a Web browser.
Class Withdrawal Policy:
A written notice of withdrawal is required when a student desires to drop this class. The official withdrawal date is the date of notification of withdrawal.
A student may be withdrawn from classes by completing a withdrawal form. Failure to complete a withdrawal form or to request withdrawal in writing may result in an “F” grade for the course.
A student may also be withdrawn on the recommendation of the instructor for lack of academic or social discipline.
Other Course Policies:
Student Conduct
Any acts of classroom disruption will not be tolerated, in accordance with Classroom Behavior described in the Triton catalog.
Children in Class
Only in extreme cases are children allowed in the classroom or computer lab facilities, and then only with approval of the instructor prior to class.
Electronic Devices
Cellular phones, pagers, CD players, radios, and similar devices are frowned upon in the classroom and lab facilities. Calculators and computers are prohibited during examinations and quizzes, unless otherwise specified.
Incomplete Grade Policy
Students will not be given an incomplete grade in the course without sound reason and documented evidence. In any case, for a student to receive an incomplete, he or she must be passing and must have completed a significant portion of the course, as described in the Triton catalog.
Disabilities Policy:
If you have any conditions, such as physical or learning disability, which will make it difficult for you to carry out the work outlined here, or which will require academic
accommodations, please notify the instructor as soon as possible.
Tutor Assistance & ETRC Lab:
Tutors are available in the main computer lab (ETRC) in the AT building. Check at the ETRC main desk for lab hours and tutoring availability. You will need a current Triton ID to use the computers in the main lab.
TEACHING METHODS:
You are expected to read each assigned project prior to the lecture. Lectures will be short, to the point, and will discuss the highlights of the lesson for that day. Discussion is encouraged, as is student-procured, outside material relevant to topics being covered.