Getting Started — Your First 3 Steps
New to CI2000? Start here. These three steps will get you oriented and ready for Week 1.
Check Your Readiness
Take the ungraded self-check quiz to see where you stand.
Take Readiness Quiz →Your Weekly Workflow
Each week follows the same pattern. Complete these activities in order for the best learning experience:
Course Roadmap — All 5 Weeks
Tips for Success
Set a Weekly Schedule
Dedicate specific days for lessons, assignments, and quizzes. Consistency beats cramming. Aim for 9 hours per week (3 credits × 3 hours each).
Save Early, Save Often
Press Ctrl+S every few minutes while working. Name your files correctly from the start: LastName_WeekX_Assignment.docx.
Ask for Help Early
Don't wait until you're stuck. Post in the discussion forum, attend office hours, or contact UMA Student Services. Your instructor wants you to succeed.
Follow the Weekly Order
Lessons → Discussion → Assignment → Self-Assessment → Quiz. Each activity builds on the previous one. Skipping ahead makes the quiz harder.
Grading Overview
Each week has the same structure and point distribution:
| Activity | Per Week | 5-Week Total |
|---|---|---|
| Lessons (3 per week) | Required reading (no points) | — |
| Discussion | Varies by week | Varies |
| Assignment | 50 points | 250 |
| Self-Assessment | Ungraded (practice) | — |
| Weekly Quiz | 90 points (15 Q × 6 pts) | 450 |
See the full syllabus for complete grading policies, late work rules, and academic integrity standards.
Helpful Resources
Readiness Self-Check
15-question diagnostic to identify your starting point.
Foundations Quick Start
Keyboard shortcuts, file management basics, and screenshots.
Technology Readiness
Software requirements and system setup checklist.
Course Syllabus
Grading, policies, schedule, and contact information.
Course Home
Main course landing page with all content links.
Start Week 1
Jump right into Lesson 1.1: Computing Foundations.