Course Syllabus

S	Computer Information Systems 205 Database Management Systems Spring 2021 15A, Section 001 CRN:  - 10225 CIS 205 - Section 001

 

This page contains the syllabus for Computer Information Systems 205 – Database Management Systems, as offered in the Spring 2021 Semester at Community College of Philadelphia.   It is published by the instructor as a communication and contract with students. For official College information, including course listings, schedules, etc., contact http://www.ccp.edu/.

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Description

Computer Information Systems 205 - Database Management Systems
4 credits (8 hours lecture, 2 hours lab per week)

This course introduces the design and implementation of relational data base management systems using Structured Query Language (SQL). The course covers fundamental data base design and implementation techniques and provides hands-on exercises for applying the techniques to real-world problems using database management software such as Oracle, Maria DB, or MySQL.

Prerequisites: CIS 103.

 

 

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Database Management - Use a modern database management program such as Oracle, MySQL and PostgreSQL to perform such tasks as writing operational and correct SQL (DDL, DML and DCL) statements.
2. Database Fundamentals - Write SQL statements that perform fundamental database concepts, including Relational Algebra, and successfully use a Relational Database System.
3. ER Diagrams - Create and translate Entity Relationship (ER) Diagrams using a software diagramming tool.
4. Ethics - Explain common ethical issues related to the use of information technology systems and the handling of data, including privacy and security issues.
5. Structured Query Language - Write operational and correct SQL (DDL, DML and DCL) statements.
6. Data Mining and Big Data - Describe new concepts and terminology in DBMS such as Data Warehousing, Data Mining, NoSQL, and Big Data.
7. Database Design - Implement a relational database from initial requirements and conceptual design (ER Diagram) to the physical database in a modern enterprise relational database management system
   
   

Upon completion of this course students will be also be able to:

1. Design and Create Conceptual Relational Database Using a professional modeling application
2. Implement Physical Database from a Conceptual Design
3. Work as part of a professional team to design, code, test and debug normalized databases
4. Correctly use the elements of Relational Algebra retrieving result sets from relational databases
5. Create source code and execute SQL statements that are syntactically correct
6. Demonstrate a knowledge of input and output routines, data types, and data operations
7. Demonstrate a knowledge of key concepts in Database Theory

 

 

 

Who Should Take Course and Why

This course is structured for student wanting advance training in designing, implementing and interacting with relational databases using professional Relational Database Management Systems RDMS.   Additionally, students wanting to survey advanced concepts in the Database Theory, Database Programming, and Database Implementation should take this course. 

 

Instructor:

Craig Nelson Office:        Room C3 – 1F                     CBI Building Phone:    (215) – 496-6134 Email:         cnelson@ccp.edu Website:   http://faculty.ccp.edu/faculty/cnelson	Office Hours:   Office Hours will be conducted using Zoom Video Conferencing or CCP Email. Zoom Video Conferences are established by making an appointment and receiving a confirmation by email Mondays              Tuesdays              9:00 am – 11:00 am Wednesdays       9:00 am – 11:00 am Thursdays            9:00 am – 11:00 am  Fridays      Saturdays
If you have any questions concerning the course, contact me anytime via e-mail.  Most questions about course work can be answered best via e-mail, which allows me to send you a written response with examples or references.

 

 

This Fall 2020 semester, the CIS Programs are recommending that students purchase one of the Cengage Unlimited packages when purchasing the textbook for this course. Cengage is offering a program named Cengage Unlimited.  The Cengage Unlimited Program permits students to access any Cengage digital textbook for a single fee. The service provides students with a digital version of the textbook.

 

 

One of the reasons that the Computer Technology Department has opted to try this program is that it can save students a lot of money in textbook expenses. Many courses that a typical student takes in their path to completing the Computer Science program at CCP uses a Cengage textbook.  Below is a list of courses that many Computer Science students may use is their path to completing the program that uses a Cengage Publishers textbook

 

• Math 161
• Math 162
• Math 170
• Math 171
• CIS 205

 

There are also some courses in other CIS programs that are using Cengage textbooks.  Student may opt to purchase one of the Cengage Unlimited packages or they may purchase the textbook individually.  Every student should make the decision based on the courses that they are scheduled for and their personal preference in textbook formats.  Some students may prefer a physical textbook, and some may take the option for a digital format.  The Cengage Unlimited packages are for students that prefer the textbook in a digital format. The Cengage Unlimited option also permits students to rent and obtain a physical copy of the textbook at reduced rate.  The rate is $ 7.00 per copy of the textbooks that they are using for the semester. Students must have purchased a Cengage Unlimited package to rent the physical book at his reduced rate.

 

Textbook

Title:                 Database Systems: Design, Implementation and Management

Authors:           Carlos Coronel, Steven Morris

Publisher:        Cengage

ISBN:                 978-1-305-62748-2

Hard Copy Book Price:            $ 250.00

You do not want a Hard Copy
*** Unless you want a permanent reference textbook after completing the course, the Computer Technology Departments is recommending that you select from one of the Cengage Unlimited options listed below.  The Cengage Unlimited Program permits students to access any Cengage digital textbook for a single fee.

CENGAGE UNLIMITED - 4 Month Access

Printed Access Card ISBN: 9780357700037

$119.99 MSRP

 

CENGAGE UNLIMITED - 1 Year Access

Printed Access Card ISBN: 9780357700044

$179.99 MSRP

 

CENGAGE UNLIMITED - 2 Year Access

Printed Access Card ISBN: 9780357700051

$239.99 MSRP

                           

 We will also rely heavily upon the courses textbook, classroom notes, online tutorials, Internet references and exercises distributed through the Canvas Learning Management System (LMS) by the instructor.  Each week, Canvas, the Website for the class, will be updated to include links to the upcoming week’s material and assignments. Also, weekly announcement will be sent describing new concepts and weekly assignments.  The Website for the class is accessed through the Canvas (LMS).  We will review how to access the Canvas LMS in our introduction to the course lecture, the first day of class.

 

From the start of the course, students will need to use a professional text editor that is SQL enabled.  Students with Windows Operating Systems (OS) may use the free open source text editor named (Note Pad ++) or Visual Studio Code, they are both SQL enabled text editors; I will demonstrate how to use them in one of our face to face meetings.  If you are working from home, and using Microsoft Windows, I strongly recommend using Note Pad ++ when creating SQL script in the class. All SQL text files must be submitted with an SQL extension.  

 

 If you are using an Apple Desktop (OS) or a Linux Desktop OS to execute your SQL Script, I will suggest some additional professional industry recommended application tools and text editor applications to you in weekly class announcement.  Visual Studio Code will operate in Apple OS Platforms.  If you have an apple Mac OS platform, this is the recommended tool to use for writing SQL script.  All SQL script must be written using a text editor, not a word processor.  SQL script submitted in Word Processing format will not be accepted.  All SQL text files must be submitted with an SQL extension.   

  

SOFTWARE FOR THE COURSE

If you require a productivity suite such as Microsoft Office, you may download a free open source office suite such as Libre-Office. Additionally, for productivity suits activities and tasks, you may use a web services such as Google Docs or Microsoft 365 to write your professional documents for the course.  To my understanding, all students will have access to install Microsoft Office 365 at no cost on your Personal Computers through your MyCCP account. To my understanding you have up to five installs for 5 different personal devices

We will use additional utility software in this course.  All of the software applications that we will use in class are installed on the computers in the classroom and on the computers in the SACC Open Computer Labs.  If you plan on working on assignments from home, they may be downloaded from their websites listed below

 

Visual Studio Code

https://code.visualstudio.com/download

This is an Open Source Text Editor used to create SQL commands.  It recognizes reserve words and other special syntax in the SQL Database Language.  I will use this editor to illustrate examples of SQL Script.  All SQL Script must be written using a text editor not a word processing program.

 

All SQL Script must be submitted as file in a Text File Format with an SQL Extension on the filename. SQL Script in a Word Processor Format or copied and pasted into the Canvas will not be accepted as an assignment submission

 

Maria DB Community SERVER

https://downloads.mariadb.org/

 

Students wanting to work at home will need to download a version of Maria DB Server. When we get to applied database activities, this will be the primary software that we will work with.  You may use the following link to acquire a free copy of Maria DB.  Select the Maria DB link from the download portal. You may then select from the version that matches the Operating System (OS) that you have at home. This is a fully functional Enterprise Level Relational Database Management System (RDBMS).  If you are using an Apple Computer at home, you must use interface software to send queries to Maria DB. We will use a Microsoft Windows OS in class. Microsoft Windows does not require the use of interface software.  Students using a Mac OS will have to install an additional software plug-in.  If you plan on using the plug-in, you will have to learn to use it outside of class. During class lectures and demonstrations, I will use a Windows Platform and execute SQL commands form a SQL Command Line Interface.

https://downloads.mariadb.org/

 

 

 

Recommended Professional Text Editor for the Course

 

Visual Studio Code

Visual Studio Code is a Free Open Source Multiplatform Professional Text Editor.  It can be downloaded and installed in a Windows Platform, Mac OS Platform, and A Linux platform. Most of the Video and live lecture presentations will use this tool when creating SQL script while describing and illustrating SQL code during the class lectures.   

 

Below is the link to download Visual Studio Code for your Platform

https://code.visualstudio.com/download

 

Optional Alternative Text Editor for Windows OS Users - NOTEPAD ++

This is an Open Source Text Editor used to create SQL commands.  It recognizes reserve words and other special syntax in the SQL Database Language.  I will use this editor to illustrate examples of SQL Script.  All SQL Script must be written using a text editor not a word processing program.  You do not have to use NOTEPAD ++, however, you must use a text editor when writing SQL script for the course.  Notepad ++ will only function on a Windows Platform

All SQL Script must be submitted as file in a Text File Format with an SQL Extension on the filename. SQL Script in a Word Processor Format or copied and pasted into the Canvas will not be accepted as an assignment submission

 

Link to Download Note Pad ++

http://notepad-plus.sourceforge.net/uk/download.php

 

 *** All submitted ER Modeling Assignments must be submitted as a PDF document with your name embedded in the document ***.

 

You can use an online service such as Gen My Model.  Gen My Model is an online tool that you can use through your web browser. It can be used as a modeling tool to make ER Diagrams using Chen Notation and Crows Foot Notation.  There will is only one assignment where a Visio Crows Foot Style Diagram will be required.  The minimum requirement for all other modeling assignments will be a Chen Diagram.  You will be able to do Chen Diagramming with a professional Word Processor such as Microsoft Word. 

Use the link below to access Gen My Model

https://www.genmymodel.com/

 

Recommended ER Diagramming Tool

This Tool will permit students to download the ER Diagram in a PDF Format.  All ER Diagrams must be submitted in a PDF Format

  DIAGRAMS.NET

Another recommended online service to make ER Diagrams is the app.diagrams.net/ web service.  You can use an online service such as diagrams.net.  diagrams.net is an online tool that you can use through your web browser. It can be used as a modeling tool to make ER Diagrams using Chen Notation and Crows Foot Notation.  There will is only one assignment where a Visio Crows Foot Style Diagram will be required.  The minimum requirement for all other modeling assignments will be a Chen Diagram.  You will be able to do Chen Diagramming with a professional Word Processor such as Microsoft Word.  My Videos guides on ER Diagramming are based on using diagrams.net

 

https://app.diagrams.net/

 

 

This Tool will permit students to download the ER Diagram in a PDF Format.  All ER Diagrams must be submitted in a PDF Format

 

 

MariaDB and MySQL Alternatives

 

Student that have mobile devices such as a Chromebook will not be able to Install and Run MariaDB.  I have included several Internet Web Services that will execute your MariaDB or MySQL script and provide feedback on possible syntax errors in your code. 

 

Below is a list of some alternative resources that you can use if you have such a device.  You will still have to located a text editor that is SQL enables and that will save your text file with a SQL Extension.

 

Paiza Cloud

paiza.IO is online editor and compiler where you can write and run code instantly. Whenever you come up with new idea, learn or teach programming, you and others can just write and run code.  The compiler will handle MySQL and MariaDB Stored procedures and Triggers.

 

You can access Paiza Cloud for MySQL and MariaDB using the link Below

https://paiza.io/en/languages/mysql

 

 

 

 

Topics, Schedule, and Links to Class Notes

The class meets Online from January 19, 2021 through May 6, 2021. This is an online version of CIS 205. This section meets online using Canvas.   Students will have access to the course online using the Canvas Learning Management System (LMS).  You will be able to access all class resources online including a digital version of the textbook using the Canvas LMS.  All assignments must be submitted through the Canvas LMS.

 

Details of the course schedule, such as notes on upcoming classes, will be posted in the Canvas LMS as the course progresses.  Some content may get more emphasis then others and some material may move to different weeks depending on the needs of the class.  All students should review class announcements, assignments and posted reading material weekly.

 

The class meets only online for assignment submissions and supplemental material during this online section of CIS 205. Details of the course schedule, such as notes on upcoming topics in classes, will be posted in Canvas as the course progresses. Some content may get more emphasis then others and some material may move to different weeks depending on the needs of the class. At times I may augment topics, assignments and schedules as needed. This is a 15-week Computer Technology course. The class also uses some online tools, the primarily tool will be the Canvas Learning Management (LMS). We will also correspond regularly using CCP Email Canvas Messaging, and Canvas Announcements. It is your responsibility to review your CCP Email and Canvas Announcements regularly for class announcements and updates.

For the official College Academic Calendar, see http://www.ccp.edu/site/academic/academic_calendar.php

 

Projected Weekly Schedule

                                                             

Week 1	Tuesday, January 19, 2021 – Monday, January 26, 2021	Introduction to the course Introduction to Canvas LMS Introduction to  the Modern Relational Database Management Systems (RDMS) Single Table Queries Data Types and Data Models
Week 2	Monday, January 26, 2021  – Monday, February 1, 2021	Introduction to Database Requirements and Database ER Model Single Table Queries Entity Relationship (ER) Modeling
Week 3	Monday, February 1, 2021  – Monday, February 8, 2021	Single Table Queries Creating Metadata and Data Dictionaries
Week 4	Monday, February 8, 2021  – Monday, February 15, 2021	Single Table Queries Enhanced Entity Relationship (ER) Modeling
Week 5	Monday, February 15, 2021 – Monday, February 22, 2021	Normalization of Database Tables First Normal Form Second Normal Form Third Normal Form
Week 6	Monday, February 22, 2021  – Monday, March 1, 2021	Relational Algebra ·       Unions ·       Joins ·       Intersections ·       Differences
Week 7	Monday, March 1, 2021   – Monday, March 8, 2021	Structured Query Language (SQL) ·       SQL Multi-Table Joins ·       Data Definition Language(DDL) ·       Data Manipulation Language              (DML) ·       Data Control Language (DCL)   Implementing a Database with MySQL SQL Data Types SQL Constraints
Spring Break	Monday, March 8, 2021   – Monday, March 15, 2021	No Assigned Work  During Spring Break
Week 8	Monday, March 15, 2021   – Monday, March 22, 2021	Structure Query Language ·       SQL Multi-Table Joins ·       Advance Select Statements ·       SQL Multi-Table Joins

 

Week 9	Monday, Monday, March 22, 2021 – Monday, Monday, March 29, 2021	Advanced SQL ·       Sorting and grouping data ·       Using Built in Functions Computed Fields
Week 10	Monday, March 29, 2021 – Monday, April 5, 2021	Advanced SQL ·       Altering Tables ·       Updating Tables ·       Deleting Rows/Tuples
Week 11	Monday, April 5, 2021– Monday, April 12, 2021	Sub Queries / Inner Queries and Views ·       Nested Queues/ Inner Queries ·       Introduction to SQL Views
Week 12	Monday, April 12, 2021– Monday, April 19, 2021	Procedures and Triggers   ·       Introduction to SQL Procedures ·       Introduction to SQL Triggers
Week 13	Monday, April 19, 2021 – Monday, April 26, 2021	Managing Database Users ·       Creating Users ·       Grant User Privileges ·       Revoking User Privileges   Introduction to SQL Transactions ·       Committing Transactions ·       Rolling Back Transactions
Week 14	Monday, April 26, 2021   Thursday, April 30, 2021	Advance Database Topics The class will study one of the following topics: ·       Data Warehouse   ·       MongoDB   ·       Introduction to Distributed Computing and Distributed Databases ·       Introduction the Hadoop Project ·       Introduction to Map Reducing Tutorial ·       Introduction to No SQL Databases ·       Distributed Databases
Week 15 Finals Week	Thursday, April 30, 2021 Thursday, May 6, 2021	Final Projects Are Due

 

 

 

 

 

Grading

During the semester there are several different types of graded activities

 

• Weekly Quizzes. The weekly quizzes will prepare you for the two major exams in the course
• Participation in Weekly Class Discussions
• Participation is Weekly Practice Assignments
• Course assignments, they will be a mixture writing SQL statements and creating data modeling documents. We will also have Group Projects that use a variety of Collaboration Tools such as Document Markup in MS Word, collaboration tools in Canvas and other cloud based collaboration tools. This will permit team members to review assignments together and use tools for collaborative editing of lab reports
  All SQL Assignments must be submitted in a Text File not a Word Processing formatted file
  ALL Database Models (ER Diagrams) must be submitted in a PDF formatted file
• Possible Research Essay (3-5 Pages plus References).
• Final project and presentation (Points To Be Announced (TBA))
• Final Exam and a Midterm Exam

 

Final grades will be determined based on the percentage of the total points each student has earned during the semester.  Grades will be calculated by dividing the total points earned by the total possible points that you could have earned during the semester.  The Canvas LMS may not accurately display your up to date class percentile.  You should keep a running total of the points that you earned and the total possible points you could have earned each week during the semester.   This will provide you with the most accurate view of your grade during any week.   Below is a chart of percentages as they relate to a letter grade.

 

A – 90% to 100 % | B – 80% to 89 % | C – 70% to 79 % | D – 60% to 69 % | F - less than 60 %

 

If you have questions about specific grades or your overall progress at any time during the semester, then please consult with me. I will be glad to review individual items and your overall grade at any time.  See me during lab times in class or you may schedule an appointment with me during my posted office hours for the semester.

 

All College policies regarding attendance, classroom behavior, etc., will be enforced, and may affect your grade as the instructor deems appropriate.

 

All assignments in Canvas have three associated dates.  There is a start date, a due date and an until date.  The State Date is the date and time that the assignment requirements and details become visible to students. The Due Date is the final actual date and time that the assignment is expected to be submitted.  The Until Date is a buffer.  The normal buffer time is 24 hours from the Due date.  This provides a 24-hour window in the event of any unexpected last-minute problems submitting the assignment.  This includes issues such as Computer Problems, Internet Problems, and Power Outages. This buffer allows you time to located possible alternate resources to submit the assignment such as the one of the colleges open computer labs, a friend’s computer, or hot spot such as a coffee shop or MacDonald’s.

 

 

Assignments

Each Module in Canvas contains a list of assignments for that module.  In CIS 205 each module may contain the following types of assignments:  SQL Assignments must be submitted as text documents format, preferably with an SQL extension, not in a word processor format. ER Diagram Assignments must be submitted in PDF Format.  Metadata Assignments must be in a Word Processor Table Format, Spreadsheet format or PDF Format.  

 

Practice Assignments:   This typically will involve following along in class or through a video as your professor demonstrate the skills needed to do the homework assignment in the module.  In some instances it will also involve a little problem solving on your part.  Sometimes the problem solving will be an individual independent task.  Other times it will involve a collaborative effort in groups or as a class. The skills that will be illustrated parallel the skills needed to do the associated homework assignment in the module.  In face to face sections of the course, if you miss the in-class demonstration, you are still responsible for the in-class assignment. If you miss attending a practice assignment demonstration, you should collaborate with students or schedule a meeting during your professors scheduled office hours for assistance.  You can also review the video associated with the skill and echo the practice assignment in the video. Most in class practice assignments will remain open at least 24 hours past the due date of the activity.      

 

All Practice Assignments must be submitted through the assignment submission drop box in the Canvas LMS

• Email submissions will not be accepted
• Canvas Message Attachments Submissions will not be accepted

 

Homework Assignments:  This type of assignment is done outside of the classroom.  You may use college resources or your own personal resources to complete the assignment.  The college provides SACC Open Computer Labs for your use.  These labs are on every CCP Campus.  You should research the hours of availability of the SACC Labs if you choose to use college resources for your homework assignments.

 

You may also use your own personal resources to complete the homework assignments.  All of the software used in this course is free Open Source Software.  The software can be obtained by downloading and installing the programs to your own personal computer.  The software will run on a variety of Operating System (OS) platforms including Windows, Apple OSX and Linux.  A couple of the software applications are Windows specific.  You can make adjustments to this using alternative applications.  This may require a little extra effort on your part. 

The recommended OS for this course in Microsoft Windows. There are some additional difficulties using some of the course software on a MAC OS   

 

 

All Homework Assignments must be submitted through the assignment submission drop box in the Canvas LMS. 

• Email submissions will not be accepted
• Canvas Message Attachments Submissions will not be accepted

 

 

 

Discussion Assignments:  This type of assignment is an asynchronous chat between you and your classmates. This means that everyone is not participating at the same time.  In most cases you will have at least a week to participate in the discussion assignment.  It is best to start participating early in this type of assignment.   From time to time I will participate to make sure everyone is on track of the topic.  In order to get full credit for this type of assignment, you must post your own reply to the discussion topic.  After posting your own reply, you must read the posts of several other classmates.  You must then reply to the posts of at least two other participants in the discussion.  This includes the replies of your other classmates or your instructor for this course.   

 

Weekly Quiz Assignments:  This is type of assignment is a chapter quiz.  Most modules in this course is associated with a corresponding chapter in your textbook.  Most weeks will include a brief quiz of concepts and terminology covered in the assigned chapter associated with the module.  To prepare quizzes, you should thoroughly study the associated chapter.  If the section is face to face, you should also attend the scheduled lecture of the topic prior to taking the quiz.  If the section is online or hybrid, you should repeatedly study the chapter prior to taking the quiz.  Quizzes re primarily multiple choice and (true or false) questions   

The quizzes will be administered online through the Canvas LMS

 

Projects: There will be at least 1 major comprehensive project, which together with your weekly assignments will count towards your final grade.  Some smaller projects and weekly assignments will be completed collaboratively in groups.  Group Project grading will be a combination of group contribution and individual contribution.  Students should start to interact with other students in the class to start forming groups. Students should inquire about each other’s availability and pick a group leader to take responsibility for coordinating group activities. 

 

In Collaborative Projects, each student must submit their own copy of the project into Canvas

 

As previously mentioned, most weeks will have one or more discussion topics to respond to. Discussion forum points will count towards your final grade. There will be additional graded lab work and weekly assignments that will prepare you for the projects and exams; these will also count towards your final grade. You will have to use the material learned in class, textbook and additional class material to complete work in the lab assignments and projects. More information about lab assignments and projects will be posted for download in the Weekly Modules of the Module section in our courses website, Canvas, as the semester progresses.

In Collaborative Projects, each student must submit their own copy of the project into Canvas

 

 

Assignment Submissions – All assignments are to be submitted through the file submission portal using the submit link for the assignment in the Canvas LMS.  All submitted assignments document names must include your name and assignment name in the document being submitted.  Any assignment submissions not following this naming format will not be accepted.  Assignments will not be accepted through email.  Do not attempt to submit your assignments as email attachments.  If missed the assignment’s deadline date, you must request the reopening of the submission portal once the submission portal has closed.  I will reopen the submission portal if the reason is justified. If I reopen an assignment, I will announce the reopening to the entire class.  This will permit an equal opportunity for everyone.    I do not accept hand written or printed material.  Assignments must be created using a modern productivity tool such as text editors, Word processors, Spreadsheet, Presentation application.

 

Assignments submitted late are subject to a late penalty.   Once an Assignment’s Scores are released and Assignment Feedback is provided, that assignment will no longer we accepted for assessment.  Do not send assignments by email, they will not be accepted by email.

 

 

All assignments in Canvas have three associated dates.  There is a start date, a due date and an until date.  The State Date is the date and time that the assignment requirements and details become visible to students. The Due Date is the final actual date and time that the assignment is expected to be submitted.  The Until Date is a buffer.  The normal buffer time is 24 hours from the Due date.  This provides a 24-hour window in the event of any unexpected last-minute problems submitting the assignment.  This includes issues such as Computer Problems, Internet Problems, and Power Outages. This buffer allows you time to located possible alternate resources to submit the assignment such as the one of the colleges open computer labs, a friend’s computer, or hot spot such as a coffee shop or MacDonald’s.

 

Currently my grading framework does not include an option for dropping an assignment from the grading equation.  The policy that I have is to offer students a variety of extra credit assignments to substitute points loss from missing assignments or points loss for not doing well in previous assignments assessed and graded during the semester.

 

I encourage that you pay attention to the DUE DATES and UNTIL DATES of each assignment.  The DUE DATE is in place as the actual assignment due date.  The UNTIL DATE is an emergency grace period for the assignment. In most cases as the semester comes to an end, I will not be able to offer the privileged of extending the UNTIL DATE of Assignment.  I also have an aggressive schedule of grading and feedback that I must provide to the entire class.

 

There are moments when I will provide an additional extension time on top of the already 24-hour grace period that an assignment had.  This typically will occur when a student requests an extension.  If I grant the extension, this means overall, there now will be an addition number of hours past the original Due Date.  The Due Date will not change.  However, the Until Date will be modified to an extended date and time.  When I do this, I will also check off a selection in Canvas to announce to the entire class that they are also granted this privilege to submit or resubmit material for this assignment.  I have a strong policy that I do not do for one student that I do not do for all students in courses that I teach here at the college.

 

 

 

 

 

Some important Submission Notes

• Students or groups should notify me of assignment or projects that are behind schedule.
• ER Diagrams must be submitted in PDF format.
• SQL Script must be submitted as a text editor ASCI Text file with an SQL extension on the file name, not in a Word Processing format. Do not submit SQL Script in a Word Processor Format, it will not be accepted in Word Processor Format. SQL Script files must have an SQL extension on the file name. Files without SQL extensions will not be assessed.
• All SQL script must run and execute continuously. In you are submitting text that contains syntax errors, you should arrange and comment your text in order of importance. Any text that generates errors due to errors in proceeding text will also be marked as incorrect.

 

• Do Send assignments as an attachment to message, assignments will not be accepted as attachments to messages
• Do not submit assignments in a Zip File. Canvas permits multiple document attachments in one submission. Simply add multiple documents to a single submission.  It is like attaching multiple pictures to a single email.  Assignments Submitted in a zipped file will not be accepted or assessed. 

 

 

Notes from the Instructor – Keys to Successful Learning

Education is a Social Process

Architects use the metaphor of the campfire and the cave to describe spaces they are designing.  A campfire is a place where people come together to be with one another to work, play, etc.  A cave is a place where a person can rest, read, etc. alone quietly.  Architects design business spaces to have both campfires and caves – places where they can conduct business and commerce with other people and places where people can work alone quietly when necessary. 

 

Successful students need to spend time both at the campfire and in the cave.  They need to engage with teachers and other students in classrooms labs, online forums, and so on, but they also need to have a time and place to work alone, reading studying, and developing a personal understanding of the course material. In other words, education, like life itself, is both a social process and a personal psychological process.

 

We learn from other people and with other people.  You should take the opportunity to communicate with and work with other students and your teacher.  You can learn from them and they can learn from you. The course will be easier and you will learn more if you become part of the social fabric of the course.

 

Yet, ultimately, we learn best by developing a personal understanding of the course material. We each need to spend time studying away from others to develop a personal, inner understanding of the course material beyond what can be learned communally.

 

This course moves along quickly. There will be reading and written homework assignments each week, So, you will need to quickly establish a pattern for how you will participate in the class each week and when you will find time to do your course work, alone, and working with others.

Learning Demands Participation

Woody Allen once said “The hardest part of making a movie is to get the actors to show up on time. The rest is a piece of cake.”  The same thing is true for learning – students who show up for class and do their work each week will do well.  

 

A great deal of educational research has shown that the single biggest factor in determining final grades is class attendance. No other factor, not I.Q., SAT scores, family wealth, ethnic origins, nor any other factor correlates as closely with final grades as classroom attendance.  If you show up for class and do the required work each week you will do well, if not, you won’t do well.  This is true, in part, because colleges and universities have a complex system of placement and prerequisites to make sure you are in a course that you are able to handle.  You must show up for class and do the required work each week to do well in the course.  

 

This is especially true in a weekly-oriented distance education course.  Your grade is directly related to how much you participate in the course.

 

 

Computer Labs

All instruction will be in a computerized classroom with one workstation per student. Each workstation is connected to the College-wide network, with Internet and e-mail access, so students may e-mail files between the classroom and home.

Class time includes approximately two hours per week of lab time. You will still find it necessary to complete work outside of class.

 

The College has several open lab facilities for students. For more information visit the Student Academic Computing Center in room C3-17. An introduction to these facilities is included in the classes at Community College of Philadelphia that are prerequisite to this class.

 

Students are expected to utilize College-owned computer facilities as part of this class, including physical facilities, networks and Internet access and to become familiar with the policies and accepted behavior for these facilities.

 

The classroom-based version of this course meets for five hours per week. You should allow several hours per week for study and several hours per week for your lab assignments and homework assignments. 

The College has a number of open lab facilities for students who wish to do their work on-campus.  For more information see;

 ATTENDANCE POLICY FOR FACE TO FACE SECTIONS:

 

• If you do not come to class, you are absent. If you do miss class, please log into Canvas for assignment details.
• Failure to keep up with your assignments (no/lack of class participation) is also considered as being absent; therefore, if you do not submit your assignments, you will be marked absent for that week. This is particularly important for hybrid and online courses 
• The school's policy is to drop students from class if they have 4 I will adhere to the school's policy within the 1^st 7 weeks. After the 7^th week, if you do not keep up with attendance and/or assignments, you most likely will fail this course. Any student who stops attending class and does not officially withdraw from the course will receive an F grade.
• This course will require 6 - 12 or more hours of study/lab time every week. Proper time management is the key to success in this course.

 

Canvas and Computer Resources

The class depends on your ability to use Canvas.  If you have problems using Canvas, then please contact Vaishali Sharma, at vsharma@ccp.edu.  For more information about Canvas, or Distance Education, please see the Distance Education Website at:

http://www.ccp.edu/site/de/

 

Student Academic Computing Centers (SACC)

Main Campus (CBI Building SACC)	18th and Callowhill Streets.
Northwest Regional Center	12901 Townsend Rd
Northwest Regional Center	1300 W Godfrey Ave.
West Regional Center	4725 Chestnut St.

You should call for hours and appointment procedures

 

 

Learning Lab Support

 

The Learning Lab will provide tutorial support for students requiring one on one tutorial support for this class.  They may even be able to provide one on one tutorial support online using video conferencing. For more information on tutorial support for CIS courses contact:

Mavis Pogue.  B2-36d              215-751-8474                      mpogue@CCP.EDU

 

- Policies:

The CIS Department adheres to all College Policies. These can be found in your Student Handbook or at the following hyperlink:

http://www.ccp.edu/site/policy.php  

 

 

Financial Aid:

 

Please see the College catalog regarding impact to Financial Aid if you drop this course.

 

 

 

Messages:

 

It is best to reach me via e-mail (cnelson@ccp.edu). Please include your name, and course number in the subject line. If the email is concerning an assignment, include the name of the assignment in the email.

• You do not have to tell me about a single absence (See Attendance).
• If you do not get a response from me within 24 hours, please send your e-mail again.

 

 

 

Classroom Conduct:

 

You should be punctual, alert, and prepared for each class session. You must be considerate of other students, which includes being quiet during class lecture and discussion except when you have something to contribute to the class. Cell phones and beepers will be turned off or on vibrate mode for the entire class.  If necessary, you will take calls outside the classroom.  Food, beverages and their containers are not permitted in the classroom. Homework and/or lab assignments should not be done during lecture.

 

 

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY POLICY & PROCESS:

See the uploaded document detailing Community College’s Academic Integrity Policy & Process. In summary,   students must do their own work when the assignment specifies that it is an individual assignment. Assignments that are collaborative will be designated as being so. Plagiarism will not be tolerated. Any assignment presented by a student in fulfillment of course requirements must reflect his/her own work unless credit is properly given to others.  Anyone who assists another in such academic dishonesty is equally responsible. The grade on the assignment will be an “F” for all parties involved, if an academic integrity violation is discovered.

 

 

Disability Accommodations Policy:

 

Students who are registered with the Center on Disability must inform the instructor by the end of the first week of classes if special accommodations are requested.  Proper documentation must be presented.

 

 

 

 

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY POLICY & PROCESS:

AS FOR THIS COURSE

• Strike 1 _ you and the parties’ involved will be given a ZERO (0) for the assignment NO MAKE UP.
• Strike 2 _ you and the parties’ involved will drop one final letter grade. This simply means that if you are carrying a B average in the course, your final grade will be a C. This will be the grade that you are “entitled” to as a result of your actions.
• Strike 3 _ you and the parties’ involved will fail the course.

 

 

 

STARFISH CONNECT 

Starfish Connect is a communication tool for students and faculty. Through Starfish instructors can provide feedback to you about course progress. Throughout the term, you may receive progress emails regarding your academic performance. The emails are designed to be helpful and increase your success in courses. Be sure to open any emails you receive and follow the recommendations. Instructors may also recommend that you contact a specific campus resource, such as the Learning Lab or Counseling Center.  If an instructor makes a referral, you may also be contacted directly by this campus service as a follow-up. To access Starfish Connect, simply log into Canvas and click on the link, Starfish Connect. You can even set up a student profile. If you need assistance with Starfish Connect, you can email questions to starfishconnect@ccp.edu

 

 

For more information on the degree programs & certificates offered by the Computer Technologies Department, visit the following links provided:

 

 

 

Degree Options

Computer Science Degree

http://ccp.edu/college-catalog/degree-programs/associate-science/computer-science

 

Cyber Security Degree

http://ccp.edu/college-catalog/degree-programs/associate-applied-science-aas/cybersecurity?mode=default

 

Computer Information Systems (CIS) - Information Technology (IT) Degree

http://ccp.edu/college-catalog/degree-programs/associate-applied-science-aas/computer-information-systems-information-technology?mode=default

 

Network Technology Management and Administration Degree

http://ccp.edu/college-catalog/degree-programs/associate-applied-science-aas/network-technology-management-and-administration?mode=default

 

 

Proficiency Certificates

 

Computer Programming and Software Development Proficiency Certificate

http://ccp.edu/college-catalog/degree-programs/proficiency-certificate/computer-programming-and-software-development-proficiency-certificate

 

Cyber Security I Proficiency Certificate

http://ccp.edu/college-catalog/degree-programs/proficiency-certificate/cybersecurity-i-proficiency-certificate

 

Cyber Security II Proficiency Certificate

http://ccp.edu/college-catalog/degree-programs/proficiency-certificate/cybersecurity-ii-proficiency-certificate

 

Network and Systems Administration Proficiency Certificate

http://ccp.edu/college-catalog/degree-programs/proficiency-certificate/network-and-systems-administration-proficiency-certificate

 

Web Development Proficiency Certificate

http://ccp.edu/college-catalog/degree-programs/proficiency-certificate/web-development-proficiency-certificate

 

 

Important Dates for the Spring 2021 Semester:

https://ccp.edu/college-catalog/academic-calendar

Last edited Monday, 1/24/2021 by C. Nelson