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It is expected that the student will have a basic knowledge of the use of a computer and keyboard at 20wpm with precision. This is NOT an introduction to basic computer literacy. A basic understanding of and manipulation of the Windows or Mac interface is expected. In particular, students should know how to use File Explorer (or similar) to manipulate (save, copy, delete, move, etc.) files, have access to the Internet, know how to use your browser, fill out Web forms, use email (including attachments), and similar basic Web skills. If you do not feel comfortable with these basic skills, it is recommended that you consider taking CIS 150 Survey of Computing prior to taking this class to build computer literacy, and BSTEC 110 for keyboarding.
Please develop a plan "B" in case you have issues with your normal Internet access and related software that might affect your ability to participate in this class. Computer labs are available at all OC campuses; see that page for locations and hours.
If you need assistance or are having problems in this class, please visit with me during my office hour so we can discuss your options. I know being a student, especially a new student, can be challenging, confusing, and frustrating at times. The good news is, you can do it! Don't be afraid to ask me, other students, or any OC staff member for help. Seek out other students to create a learning community where you can mutually support each other. We all have experiences that might help you and each other. Don't be afraid to ask! The BEST WAY TO CONTACT ME is to use Canvas messaging from the class Web site. Canvas messaging is where I expect to locate student questions and comments. All other methods will take longer, and will not keep a centralized location for all our correspondence to assist with documentation. I monitor Canvas messaging throughout school days from about 10am to about 6pm, and much less on weekends and holidays.
If we need to use email, I will use your Olympic College email account. All email messages between students and faculty relating to classroom and/or college issues must use Olympic College email accounts, and all OC students are required to use their OC email account. You can activate and manage your account through OC Student Account Management.
OC Tutoring Services provides help to students who need assistance beyond the classroom. Tutoring is provided in a variety of settings for most disciplines of study and takes place in lab/study centers, small groups, and occasionally one-on-one.
Please review Olympic College's Title 132C WAC policies. The various WACs have been passed by the state of Washington and are Washington State law that govern the behavior of the administration, faculty, and students.
By taking this class, you are stating that you will be making appropriate time in your schedule to ensure success and have access to the resources required for this class. As with every college-level course, expect to spend 1–3 hours per week for every class credit to ensure success. Example: a 5 credit class would be 5–15 hours per week. If there is a 1 hour lecture, that still leaves 4 to 14 hours of work. Thus, being a full-time student is a full-time job, around 40+ hours per week for class and study time. I understand that for many community college students, attending college is a part of a very busy life. I know many of you work and have families. Remember: you are responsible for your learning. Time management is your friend or your foe! Waiting until the evening of the due date to ask a question about an assignment may not be your best approach for success in this class. Start assignments early and be proactive.
Assignments are due on the time / date given at the Web site. You can post assignments any time during the current unit. Please do not wait until the last minute to post, due to normal connectivity issues associated with the Internet. All assignments MUST be posted before 11:59pm of the due date listed for a given unit.
I do grade late assignments, but keep in mind: 1) I won't necessarily grade them in a timely manner, 2) I may (at my discretion) take off some or all points, and 3) if you fall too far behind in your work, I may withdraw you from the course.
You can monitor your unit progress by clicking on My_Points on the site index, as well as view what assignments you have posted to the class Web site. I post "Quick Scores" ASAP, usually within 48 hours — a bit more during exams. My goal is to give reasonable feedback to as many students as possible in the shortest time possible. If you have any questions, comments, or concerns about an assignment, or would like detailed feedback, please feel free to use Canvas messaging.
Occasionally I will suggest that an assignment be redone because it appears that the learning outcomes may not have been met regarding that assignment. If a redo is suggested, a notice will be posted in the My_Points section. Redos MUST be completed within two units of the unit offered. Assignments posted within the last four hours of a due date will not be eligible for a redo. You need to resend the requested redo assignment ASAP (days, not weeks) after points are posted for that assignment, or the redo will not be graded and the grade in My_Points will stand. Please contact me via Canvas messaging for instructions and support. Please see redo assignments as a courtesy and not as a right. Redo work will be graded at the discretion of the instructor, both for points and as to when the assignment will be graded. The last day to post redo work is the last due date of regular class assignments. For most classes, this would be week 10.
If you wish to withdraw from this course, please file the appropriate paperwork with the Office of Registration and Records and then inform me of your decision. It is your responsibility to contact Registration and Records, otherwise you remain enrolled in the course.
This class is considered to be a college level class. It is expected that students will be tolerant of others' views, be respectful in dealing with others, and use standard English in their communications, both written and verbal. Every employee at Olympic College, me included, takes your education very seriously. We see education as a gateway to a better life. We hope you take the same view of your education and the opportunities OC can provide. At the end of the day, you need to make the choices to maximize your learning.
Disruptive behavior will not be tolerated; see WAC 132C-120-065(3). For online classes or online components, please see the Netiquette policies above. For ground classes, please refrain from the following during lecture: talking, inappropriate language, using the computer (mouse or keyboard or printer), cell phones/pagers, guests (including children / OCP 200-06, it's the law), eating, sleeping, or other similar disturbance to the class unless a class code of conduct is in effect. "The college may impose disciplinary sanctions against a student who commits, or aids, abets, incites, encourages or assists another person to commit, an act(s) of misconduct." Your cooperation is appreciated.
No academic dishonesty will be tolerated; see WAC 132C-120-065(1): "Any act of academic dishonesty including, but not limited to, cheating, plagiarism, and fabrication." Evidence of academic dishonesty will result in a forfeiture of points for an assignment. "The college may impose disciplinary sanctions against a student who commits, or aids, abets, incites, encourages or assists another person to commit, an act(s) of misconduct."
AI use on midterms and finals is prohibited. Use of AI to study for exams and/or to better understand the course content is highly encouraged. For tips on the use of AI for allowed purposes, please feel free to ask your instructor.
I will try to work with service members (military, police, fire, and the like) as best possible to complete this class. You must notify me through Canvas messaging before any special accommodations will be made, explaining your special situation that may temporarily impact your ability to participate in this class. Please note that all assignments are open from the start of the quarter. If you know of an upcoming situation, please take advantage of this opportunity before requesting accommodations.
All special accommodations MUST be requested through Canvas messaging or OC email to develop a paper trail, even if we have a face-to-face conversation. After a conversation, please send me a Canvas message or OC email ASAP so I'll have a reminder of what was discussed. Without follow-up documentation via Canvas message or OC email, please do not hold me accountable for any special requests.
"Except as provided herein, no person may bring an animal into a building owned or controlled by the College. This provision shall not apply to or prohibit a service animal as defined under RCW 49.60.040(23) and (24), an animal under the control of a law enforcement officer, or an animal authorized by the College for educational purposes."
At the end of the quarter, please delete all media (videos, images, documents such as PowerPoints, or other media) used in the class for instructional purposes, to be in compliance with Title 17 of the United States Code § 110(2) governing the "fair use" of copyrighted materials outside of a classroom setting. Assume all material is copyrighted unless otherwise noted.
Olympic College seeks to maintain a learning and working environment that is safe, welcoming, and respectful of the dignity of all members of the campus community. Accordingly, the College prohibits discrimination on the bases of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, veteran status and all other protected classifications. If you witness or encounter any such discrimination, including sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other sexual misconduct, you are encouraged to report it to the Title IX Coordinator, Cody Rogers, Director – Community Standards & Title IX, Bldg. 10, Rm. 119, 360-475-6836; or to the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Coordinator, Cathy Anderson, Chief Human Resource Officer, Bldg. 5, Fifth Floor, 360-475-7332. Either will assist you in connecting with all possible resources. You may also report it online (and anonymously, if you wish) at Report It, OC!, or seek confidential counseling from Counseling Services at 360-475-7547. For more information about your options, see the Non-Discrimination page at Olympic College.
Sexual and gender-based harassment, sexual assault, domestic and dating violence, and stalking are prohibited forms of sexual misconduct. If you experience or witness sexual misconduct, you are encouraged to report it to the Title IX Coordinator, Cody Rogers, in Bldg. 10, Rm. 119, at 360-475-6836. All other forms of discrimination and harassment should be reported to the EEO Coordinator, Cathy Anderson, Chief Human Resource Officer, in Bldg. 5, Fifth Floor, at 360-475-7332. You can also report sexual misconduct and other discrimination and harassment online (anonymously, if desired) through Report It, OC!, located in the footer of the College website. For confidential support, you can schedule an appointment with Counseling Services in Bldg. 4, Rm. 205, at 360-475-7547.
Points may be deducted from your final grade per violation of the policies listed above.
The Olympic College Writing Center exists to help students of all skill levels with their writing by focusing on the writing process. We offer a diverse staff of tutors who are here to help people learn not how to improve a single paper, but rather to help them be a better writer for all of their papers, whether they be academic assignments, resumes, or university applications. We help students learn study skills, organization, brainstorming techniques, and time management as it applies to writing. Both in-person and online writing support are available, and appointments are highly recommended. See the Writing Center page for current locations, hours, and booking.
OC Tutoring Services is located in Bldg. 8, Rm. 125A, and can be reached at 360-475-7765. Tutoring is available in person and online, with hours varying by subject. Olympic College is part of the Western eTutoring Consortium; you can access eTutoring and the e-Question drop-box by logging into Canvas and clicking "eTutoring" in your course navigation menu.
Under OC Policy 300-03, Student Absences for Reasons of Faith or Conscience, OC students may request absences from classes two (2) days per academic year for reasons of faith or conscience without adverse impact on their grades. A request for absence must be submitted 21 days in advance of the absence, or as soon as reasonably possible, using the "Student Absence Form: Reasons of Faith or Conscience." Upon verification of the absence, notify your instructors so that they may develop adjustments for assignments and tests.
Please contact Student Disability Services with any questions at:
If you need course adaptation or accommodations because of a disability or pregnancy, if you have emergency medical information, or if you have accommodations that need to be shared with me in the event that the building needs to be evacuated, please contact me during office hours. If you use an alternative medium for communicating, please let me know before the meeting so that appropriate accommodations can be made.
You must contact me by OC email or see me during my office hours concerning your accommodation request(s) so we can discuss your needs before they can be recognized and implemented in class.
Note that about 10% of all OC students have some type of disability, both observable (like the use of a cane) and invisible (like PTSD or autism). Most disabilities at OC are invisible. As an instructor, I cannot disclose a student's disability. The decision to share with others is the choice of the student.
When things go wrong with computing it is never fun, especially when there are due dates and other time sensitive demands. Here are a few contacts and ideas to consider related to technical support:
See the chart below for details about how your numeric grade will be converted to a GPA.