FAQ’S
i.e. Frequently Asked Questions

CSCI 1001-Summer 2011

Why can't I save my data to the CD-ROM?
Your CD-ROM is Read Only Media. This means that you can read the data on the CD or even copy it to another form of media, but you cannot save anything to it.

How should I go about saving the exercises that I complete?
You should create a folder on your computer's Hard Drive called "Computer Science" and put all of your completed exercises in there. As a back-up, you should save them on a "CD-ROM" or on a "Flash Drive".

Can I use the College's computer systems and labs to do my work?
YES! Each on-line CSCI 1 student can receive his or her unique User ID and Password. This will allow you to use the Computer Lab on the Weed campus to do your class work. It is open Monday-Thursday from 9 AM to 2 PM during the summer session.  You will be able to use Office XP as well as make use of a C-3 line to send and receive all correspondence.

How do I ask questions if I need help?
Let me count the ways. You can e-mail me at graves@siskiyous.edu. You can call me at 938-5536, or if I am not there leave a voice mail. You can set up an appointment to meet me on the Weed Campus at a mutually agreed upon day and time.

How do I take quizzes and exams?
All eight of the Quizzes and the Final Exam will be taken on-line. Refer to the Course Calendar for the dates these events will be posted to the web page. Obviously these graded events are open book.

Why does it take so long to download the Power Point presentations on my home computer?
Each chapter's presentation is memory intensive. Because of this, it will take much more time to download on a conventional modem. Try going to the Weed campus and use the college's C-3 line to do downloads, you will be pleasantly surprised.

Can I share books with other on-line students or with someone else in the regular class?
No problem. It's up to you to work out the logistics of doing so. However, it is your responsibility to ensure all of your assignments are sent to me on time. These dates and times are not negotiable!

What about grades?
I know who you are and therefore what your Student ID is.  You received this when you registered for the class.  I will post your grades by your Student ID on the 'Grades' web page after each graded event is completed.

Can I take this course if I do not have a computer?
Yes you can. It will be made more difficult in that you will have to use the college's computers and its Internet connection, but it can be done. Remember, each of you will have a User ID and Password. You can use the Computer Lab on the Weed campus. When in Weed, see one of the Computer Lab Instructional Aides if you have questions.

How do I save my work if I am using the college's computers?
If you are using one of the college's computers, save all of your work on Flash Drive and on the 'H' Drive.

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