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DATA MANAGEMENT AND ANALYSIS WITH EXCEL

Information Technology and Operations Management

Summer 2 (First Half) 2021
3 Credit Hours

Instructor: Dr. Jahyun Goo

Office Location: FL 218, Boca Campus
Office Hours: Tuesday 10 am – noon or by appointment
Phone Number: 561-297-2352
Email: [email protected]

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Graduate students from all disciplines solve research and business problems by leveraging the
most powerful productivity tool, Excel. Curation, management, analysis and visualization of
information and data are covered by using PowerView, Vlookup charts, pivot tables, scenarios,
functions and macro programming.

COURSE PREREQUISITES

None

COURSE OBJECTIVES

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

1. Use Excel software.

2. Solve business problems using Excel.
3. Create Excel-driven reports.

COURSE DELIVERY MODE

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This is a fully online course accessible only through FAU’s learning management system,
Canvas. You must log into Canvas with your FAU ID and Password to access the materials and
assignments in this course. If you do not know your FAU ID or Password, contact OIT for help.

The course is organized into modules with due dates. Unless otherwise specified, the learning
modules all start and end on a Tuesday (so they overlap one another by a day). The course
begins with the Start Here module, which will familiarize you with the organization and
navigation of the course. You will open a new learning module to access the assigned reading
materials, videos, presentations, and other relevant materials for each subsequent module.

TIME COMMITMENT PER CREDIT HOUR

This course has three (3) credit hours. For traditionally delivered courses, not less than one (1)
hour of classroom or direct faculty instruction each week for fifteen (15) weeks per Fall or
Spring semester, and a minimum of two (2) hours of out-of-class student work for each credit
hour. Equivalent time and effort are required for Summer Semesters, which usually have a
shortened timeframe. Fully Online courses, hybrid, shortened, intensive format courses, and
other non-traditional modes of delivery will demonstrate equivalent time and effort.

REQUIRED TEXTS & MATERIALS

In this course, a MindTap course is required for participating and completion of this course,
which includes the following eBook:

• Parsons, J. J., Oja, D., Carey, P., & DesJardins, C. A. - New Perspectives Microsoft Office
365 & Excel 2016 (Comprehensive). Boston, MA, USA: Cengage Learning.

Do not purchase the book only; you need the complete MindTap courses.
When you access the MindTap assignments via the links in Canvas for the first time, you will be
prompted to purchase the courses.
The most economic option to acquire both required eBook and MindTap platform is Cengage
Unlimited (ISBN 978-0-357-70000-6), a subscription that gives you access to all your Cengage
access codes and online textbooks. You can continue to use your Cengage Unlimited privilege if
you currently have the Cengage Unlimited access code from any other courses. You may
purchase the MindTap code for the Instant access directly from Cengage and a microsite at
http://www.cengagebrain.com/course/4632499.

MINIMUM TECHNOLOGY & COMPUTER REQUIREMENTS

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HARDWARE & SOFTWARE REQUIREMENTS
Hardware
• Dependable computer
• Computer speakers
• Headset with microphone
• Webcam

MINDTAP HARDWARE CONSIDERATIONS

Although most content on Canvas and MindTap can be accessed using smartphones or tablets,
you need to use a computer (with functioning web cam and microphone) to complete all the
assignments. A Windows-based PC is preferred; Macs are fine for the most part, but the
commands of Excel on a Mac can be slightly different.

Chromebooks do not support Microsoft Office and therefore are not compatible with this
course. If you do not have your own, computers are available to all FAU students in the FAU
Open Labs.

Due to the MindTap setup, use only one computer to complete any lesson or project once you
start it. Grades may not be recorded correctly if you use multiple computers to complete one
single assignment.

In deciding to take an online course such as this one, students take responsibility ensure that
their equipment, software, and networks are fully functional. No adjustments will be made due
to issues caused by systems owned and/or used by the students to complete assignments or
tests.

Software
• Microsoft 365 Suite
• Reliable web browser (recommended Chrome or Firefox)
• Canvas mobile app: Download instructions for iOS device or Android device
• Adobe Reader
• Adobe Flash Player

Internet Connection
• Recommended: Broadband Internet connection with a speed of 4 Mbps or higher.
• To function properly, Canvas requires a high-speed Internet connection (cable modem,
DSL, satellite broadband, T1, etc.). The minimum Internet connection speed to access
Canvas is a consistent 1.5 Mbps (megabits per second) or higher.
• Check your Internet speed here.

COMPUTER REQUIREMENTS

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Basic Computer Specifications for Canvas
• Operating system: Windows 10 or macOS Sierra (or higher).
• Specifications

Peripherals
• A backup option should be available to minimize the loss of work. This can be an
external hard drive, a USB drive, cloud storage, or your folder on the FAU servers.

Software
• Once logged in to Canvas make sure your Internet browser is compatible.
• Other software may be required for specific learning modules. If so, the necessary links
to download and install will be provided within the applicable module.

MINIMUM TECHNICAL SKILLS REQUIREMENTS

The general and course-specific technical skills you must have to succeed in the course include
but are not limited to:
• Accessing internet.
• Using Canvas (including taking tests, attaching documents, etc.).
• Using email with attachments.
• Creating and submitting files in commonly used word processing program formats such
as Microsoft Office Tools.
• Copying and pasting functions.
• Downloading and installing software.
• Using presentation, graphics, and other programs.
• Posting and commenting in an online discussion.
• Searching the FAU Library and websites.

TECHNICAL SUPPORT
In the online environment, technical issues are always possible (e.g., lost connection, hardware
or software failure). Many of these can be resolved relatively quickly, but if you wait until the
last minute before due dates, the chances of these glitches affecting your success are greatly
increased. Please plan appropriately. If a problem occurs, it is essential you take immediate
action to document the issue so your instructor can verify and take appropriate action to
resolve the problem. Most issues in Canvas can be resolved by clicking on the “Help” tab
located on the menu bar.

When a problem occurs, click “Help” to:

• Report a Problem
• Live Chat with Canvas Support
• Search Canvas Guides

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Additional Technical Support
1. Contact the eLearning Success Advisor for assistance: (561) 297-3590
2. If you can, make a Print Screen of the monitor when the problem occurs. Save the Print
Screen as a .jpg file. If you are unfamiliar with creating a Print Screen file, see Print
Screen instructions.
3. Complete a Help Desk ticket. Make sure you complete the form entirely and give a full
description of your problem so the Help Desk staff will have the pertinent information in
order to assist you properly. This includes:
a. Select “Canvas (Student)” for the Ticket Type.
b. Input the Course ID.
c. In the Summary/Additional Details section, include your operating system,
Internet browser, and Internet service provider (ISP).
d. Attach the Print Screen file, if available.
4. Send a message within Canvas to your instructor to notify him/her of the problem.
Include all pertinent information of the incident (2b-d above).
5. If you do not have access to Canvas, send an email to your instructor with all pertinent
information of the incident (2b-d above).
6. If you do not have access to a computer, call your instructor with all pertinent
information of the incident. If he/she is not available, make sure you leave a detailed
message.
7. If you do not hear back from the Help Desk or your instructor within a timely manner
(48 hours), it is your responsibility to follow up with the appropriate person until you
obtain a resolution.

COURSE ASSESSMENTS, ASSIGNMENTS & GRADING POLICY

GRADING CRITERIA
Student Introduction and Syllabus & Course Agreement (0% total course grade)
You will post an introduction in the Student Introduction Discussion board (and reply to at least
two others’ posts) and complete a Syllabus & Course Agreement.

Discussions (15 % total course grade)

• 2 Discussion Assignments, worth 7.5% each

As part of the course assignments, you will be asked to post an original submission to the
Discussion assignment and reply to at least two (2) other students’ posts with a substantive
response. A substantive response adds value to the discussion by bringing new ideas, research,
evidence, etc. to the conversation. “I agree,” “Ditto” and the like are not acceptable replies. The
rules of Netiquette must be followed. Full sentences, proper spelling, source citations, etc., are
expected.

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Ensure that postings contain detailed responses to each question and that course and chapter
contents are applied in your Discussion responses. For example, consider taking a new
approach in presenting chapter content, cite new examples, present external research
(paraphrase, avoid unnecessary and/or lengthy quotations; do not plagiarize, do cite
references). For maximum points, please reference external research or examples as well as the
Discussion rubrics.

In order to facilitate a dynamic discussion, original posts are due by the end of the module in
which the discussion is assigned. Replies are due at the end of the following module. Unless
otherwise stated in the course, Discussion assignments will close when replies are due, Friday,
11:59 pm, Eastern Time. Late submissions will not be possible. Detailed instructions and grading
rubrics are attached to each Discussion assignment in the Canvas course.

Cengage MindTap Modules and Practice Assignments (0% total course grade)
• 7 MindTap Modules and/or Appendices (not graded)
• 7 MindTap Practice Lessons (not graded)
• 1 optional MindTap Project (ungraded)

Each week, you will complete a series of interactive readings, hands-on activities, and practice
lessons within the Cengage MindTap course. These activities and lessons will not be graded.
However, they offer your best hope for mastering the skills and passing the course exams. You
must complete them before taking the corresponding Lesson Exams. Detailed instructions and
resources are provided within Cengage MindTap.

Cengage MindTap Lesson Exams (50 % total course grade)

• 7 Exams, worth 7.14% each
Cengage MindTap Lesson Exams will be based on corresponding lesson content and
assignments. The exams will consist of skill-based questions. Good answers will demonstrate
that you have read and understood the chapters, and successfully completed all assignments.
Lesson exams will close at the stated due date and time. Late submissions will not be possible.

Course Final Exam (35 % total course grade)

Your Final Exam will be based on all lesson content, assignments, and exams, Good answers will
demonstrate that you have read and understood the chapters, actively participated in
Discussions, and successfully completed all assessments. Exams will be taken online in the
Canvas course. The Final Exam will become available at the beginning of the designated module
and will close at the stated date and time. You will have 150 minutes to complete the exam.

Honorlock Proctoring Service will monitor your audio, video, computer activity, and internet
activity on all surrounding devices. Additional information is provided in the Canvas course.

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The instructor will calculate your grade based on the following weighted distribution:

Weighted Assignment Group / Assignments / Point Value Category weight

= % total grade
Course Orientation: These assignments are required but do not
count towards the final grade.
• Student Introduction 0%
• Syllabus & Course Agreement Quiz

Discussions
• 2 Discussions @ 7.5% each 15%

Cengage MindTap Modules and Practice Assignments: These

assignments are required but do not count towards the final grade.
• 7 MindTap Modules and/or Appendices No points given but
is required. 0%
• 7 MindTap Practice Lessons No points given but is required.
• 1 Optional MindTap Project No points given. Not required.

Cengage MindTap Lesson Exams

• 7 Exams, @ 7.14% each 50%

Course Final Exam 35%

TOTAL: 100%

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GRADE SCALE

Grade Percentage (%)

A 100 % - 94.0 %
A- <94.0 % - 90 %
B+ < 90 % - 87 %
B < 87 % - 84 %
B- < 84 % - 80 %
C+ < 80 % - 77 %
C < 77 % - 74 %
C- <74 % - 70 %
D+ < 70 % - 67 %
D < 67 % - 64 %
D- < 64 % - 61 %
F < 61 % - 0 %

LATE ASSIGNMENTS POLICY

Except in the cases of religious or university-approved events, late assignments will not be
accepted unless explicit prior permission is issued, in which case a penalty may be assessed to
maintain fairness among students.

MAKE-UP POLICY FOR TESTS

Except in the cases of religious or university-approved events, make-up exams will not be
approved unless explicit prior permission is issued, in which case a penalty may be assessed to
maintain fairness among students. If you are experiencing major illnesses, absences due to
academic duties, or other large-scale issues, contact me immediately to formulate a resolution
(if possible). Notifying me after the fact will not be sufficient to prevent being dropped.

Refer to the Course Outline for topics, dates, assignments, and exams. (Appendix A).

INCOMPLETE GRADE POLICY

The University policy states that a student who is passing a course but has not completed all
work due to exceptional circumstances, may, with consent of the instructor, temporarily
receive a grade of incomplete (“I”). The assignment of the “I” grade is at the discretion of the
instructor but is allowed only if the student is passing the course.

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COURSE POLICIES
CODE OF ACADEMIC INTEGRITY POLICY STATEMENT
Students at Florida Atlantic University should endeavor to maintain the highest ethical
standards. Academic dishonesty is a serious breach of these ethical standards because it
interferes with the University mission to provide a high-quality education in which no student
enjoys an unfair advantage over any other. Academic dishonesty is also destructive to the
university community, which is grounded in a system of mutual trust and places high value on
personal integrity and individual responsibility. Harsh penalties are associated with academic
dishonesty. For more information, see University Regulation 4.001.

PLAGIARISM
Plagiarism is unacceptable in the University community. Academic work must be an original
work of your own thought, research, or self-expression. When students borrow ideas, wording,
or organization from another source, they must acknowledge that fact in an appropriate
manner. Plagiarism is the deliberate use and appropriation of another's work without
identifying the source and trying to pass off such work as one’s own. Any student who fails to
give full credit for ideas or materials taken from another has plagiarized. This includes all
discussion board posts, journal entries, wikis, and other written and oral presentation
assignments. If in doubt, cite your source.

ONLINE ATTENDANCE POLICY

Since the course is online, you should access the course at least three (3) times per week to
ensure you do not miss pertinent postings, messages, or announcements. It is imperative that
you meet course deadlines and stay active in discussion boards, group projects, etc. If you are
experiencing major illness, absences due to University duties, or other large-scale issues,
contact the instructor immediately to formulate a resolution.

NETIQUETTE
Due to the casual communication common in the online environment, students are sometimes
tempted to relax their grammar, spelling, and/or professionalism. Please remember that you
are adult students and professionals—your communication should be appropriate. For more in-
depth information, please see the FAU Statement on Netiquette.

CLASSROOM ETIQUETTE/DISRUPTIVE BEHAVIOR POLICY STATEMENT

Disruptive behavior is defined in the FAU Student Code of Conduct as “... activities which
interfere with the educational mission within classroom.” Students who disrupt the educational
experiences of other students and/or the instructor’s course objectives in a face-to-face or
online course are subject to disciplinary action. Such behavior impedes students’ ability to learn
or an instructor’s ability to teach. Disruptive behavior may include but is not limited to non-
approved use of electronic devices (including cellular telephones); cursing or shouting at others

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in such a way as to be disruptive; or, other violations of an instructor’s expectations for
classroom conduct. For more information, please see the FAU Office of Student Conduct.

COMMUNICATION POLICY

EXPECTATIONS FOR STUDENTS

Announcements
You are responsible for reading all announcements posted by the instructor. Check the course
announcements each time you log in.

Email/Video Conferencing
You are responsible for reading all your course email and responding in a timely manner.

Course-Related Questions
Post course-related questions to the FAQ Discussion board. This allows other participants with
the same question to benefit from the responses. Also, make sure you review this forum prior
to posting a question. Someone may have already asked and answered the question in previous
posts.

INSTRUCTOR’S PLAN FOR CLASSROOM RESPONSE TIME & FEEDBACK

Email/Video Conferencing Policy
Except for weekends and holidays, the instructor will typically respond to email (Canvas inbox
or FAU email) within 48 hours. You should ask course-related questions in the FAQ Discussion
board. If you have questions of a personal nature, you should email the instructor.

Assignment Feedback Policy

The instructor will provide feedback on submitted assignments within one week of the
submission date. Some assignments may require a longer review period, which the instructor
will communicate to you.

Course-Related Questions Policy

Except weekends and holidays, the instructor will generally answer questions within 48 hours.

Electronic Communication Policy

In addition to the University’s policy, please consider the following:
• Privacy, confidentiality, and security in all electronic communications.
• All electronic communication resources must be used for the course and in alignment
with to the University mission.
• Prohibited use of false identity, false identity pseudonyms, or anonymous (sender’s

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 name or electronic identification is hidden).
• Access without consent.
• Disruption of services including introducing computer contaminants (viruses).
• Harassment of any kind.

Please see the Office of Information Technology’s policies on Cyber Security Awareness.

SUPPORT SERVICES & ONLINE RESOURCES

• Center for Learning and Student Success

• Counseling and Psychological Services
• FAU Libraries
• Math Learning Center
• Office of Information Technology Helpdesk
• Office of International Programs and Study Abroad
• Student Accessibility Services
• University Center for Excellence in Writing

FACULTY RIGHTS & RESPONSIBILITIES

Florida Atlantic University respects the rights of instructors to teach and students to learn.
Maintenance of these rights requires classroom conditions that do not impede their exercise.

To ensure these rights, faculty members have the prerogative to:

• Establish and implement academic standards.
• Establish and enforce reasonable behavior standards in each class.
• Recommend disciplinary action for students whose behavior may be judged as
disruptive under the Student Code of Conduct.

SELECTED UNIVERSITY & COLLEGE POLICIES

ACCESSIBILITY POLICY STATEMENT

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), students who require special
accommodations to properly execute coursework due to a disability, must register with Student
Accessibility Services (SAS) located in the Boca Raton, Davie, and Jupiter campuses, and follow
all SAS procedures. For additional information, please consult Student Accessibility Services.

Contact

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 • Boca Raton: (561) 297-3880
Fax: (561) 297-2184, TTY: 711
• Davie: (954) 236-1222
Fax: (954) 236-1123, TTY: 711
• Jupiter: (561) 799-8721
Fax: (561) 799-8721, TTY: 711

GRADE APPEAL PROCESS

You may request a review of the final course grade when you believe that one of the following
conditions apply:
• There was a computational or recording error in the grading.
• The grading process used non-academic criteria.
• There was a gross violation of the instructor’s own grading system.

Chapter 4 of the University Regulations contains information on the grade appeals process.

RELIGIOUS ACCOMMODATION POLICY STATEMENT

In accordance with rules of the Florida Board of Education and Florida law, students have the
right to reasonable accommodations from the University in order to observe religious practices
and beliefs regarding admissions, registration, class attendance, and the scheduling of
examinations and work assignments. For further information, please see Academic Policies and
Regulations.

UNIVERSITY APPROVED ABSENCE POLICY STATEMENT

In accordance with rules of the Florida Atlantic University, students have the right to reasonable
accommodations to participate in University approved activities, including athletic or
scholastics teams, musical and theatrical performances and debate activities. It is your
responsibility to notify the instructor at least one week prior to missing any course assignment.

DROPS/WITHDRAWALS
You are responsible for completing the process of dropping or withdrawing from a course.
Please click on the following link for more information on dropping and/or withdrawing from a
course. Please consult the FAU Registrar Office for more information.

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The instructor reserves the right to adjust this syllabus as necessary.

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APPENDIX A: COURSE OUTLINE

Session
Session Topic (e)Book Lesson Exam
Window
Functions and
Lesson A Lesson A Exam
1 5/18~5/25 Formulas for [Excel 2016] Module 3
(due 5/25) (due 5/25)
Analysis
Data Visualization
Lesson B Lesson B Exam
with Charts and [Excel 2016] Module 4
(due 6/1) (due 6/1)
Graph
2 5/25~6/1
Aggregated
Lesson C Lesson C Exam
analysis with Pivot [Excel 2016] Module 5
(due 6/1) (due 6/1)
Table/Chart
Lesson D Lesson D Exam
[Excel 2016] Module 8
Conditional (due 6/8) (due 6/8)
3 6/1~6/8
Analysis
Lesson E Lesson E Exam
[Excel 2016] Appendix B
(due 6/8) (due 6/8)
What-If Analysis &
Lesson F Lesson F Exam
4 6/8~6/15 Linear [Excel 2016] Module 10
(due 6/15) (due 6/15)
Programming
Text-based Data Lesson G Lesson G Exam
5 6/15~6/22 and Reporting [Excel 2016] Appendix A
(due 6/22) (due 6/22)

Final Exam
6 6/22~6/23
(Comprehensive and cumulative)

Note: The course outline is subject to change, depending on class pace and needs. The
instructor reserves the right to make any changes needed. Students are responsible for reading
all announcements and communications from instructor. See: Communication – Expectations
for Students

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