Republic of the Philippines

ISABELA STATE UNIVERSITY

Cabagan, Isabela
COLLEGE OF COMPUTING STUDIES, INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY

Course Syllabus
2nd Semester, SY 2021-2022

Course Number Course Title Credit Units Hours per week

IT 323 Capstone Project & Research 1 3 2 (lec), 3 (lab)

VISION INSTITUTIONAL OUTCOMES

A leading research university in the ASEAN region. Communicator (Cm)

• Recognizes and values communication as a tool for conveying and interacting
MISSION with others and fostering their own learning.

The Isabela Stat University is committed to develop globally competitive human, Inquiry-focused and knowledgeable (IFK)
technological resources and services through quality instruction, innovative research, • Creates new knowledge and understanding through the process of research and
responsive community engagement and viable resource management programs for inquiry.
inclusive growth and sustainable development. • Demonstrates comprehensive theoretical and technical concepts related to
their field of specialization with relevant connections to industry, professional
QUALITY POLICY and regional knowledge.
The Isabela State University is determined to be a lead university in instruction,
research, extension and resource generation through continual improvement of services Competitive (Cp)
and commits to comply with the standards set by statutory, regulatory and accreditation • Initiates and innovates better ways of doing things.
bodies. • Promotes quality and productivity.
To uphold this commitment, ISU shall attain the following quality objectives:
1. Sustain academic excellence and quality in instruction; Collaborative and Effective Leader (CEL)
2. Generate research breakthroughs; • Works in collaborative with others and manages group functioning to meet
3. Engage in sectoral activities for community development; common goal.
4. Develop products for glocalization;
5. Support students participation to local and international fora to enhance their Lifelong Learning (LL)
potentialities; and • Acquires new skills and adapts to rapid changes in professional and personal
6. Review on periodic basis, the Quality Management System (QMS) and gather environment.
feedback on the level of client satisfaction as basis for continual improvement.

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 GOALS OF THE COLLEGE PROGRAM OUTCOMES

In line with the Isabela State University’s vision and mission to be the University of first choice, The BSIT students must possess the following skills upon graduation:
the College of Computing Studies, Information and Communication Technology is committed to:
A. Analyze complex, real-world problems to identify and design computing requirements and
1. provide future IT and Engineering professionals with the required industry standard apply computational approaches to the problem-solving process;
skillset and competencies using current relevant curricula; B. Design, implement and evaluate a computing-based solution to meet a given set of
2. develop a research-oriented graduates equipped with theoretical and technical expertise computing requirements in the context of the IT discipline;
to produce a publishable research output needed by the community; C. Communicate technical information effectively with diverse audience that is consistent with
3. give actual training experiences in community development through extension and the intended audience and purpose;
outreach activities; and D. Make informed judgment and include unique perspectives of others in computing practice
4. produce technologically oriented, globally competent and effective IT and Engineering based on legal and ethical principles;
graduates imbued with moral values. E. Function effectively on teams and employ self and peer advocacy to address bias in
interactions, establish goals, plan tasks, meet deadlines, manage risks and produce
deliverables; and
F. Identify and analyze user needs and consider them during the selection, integration and
administration of computer-based systems.

Course Description

This course covers the methods, procedures and standards of proposing a Capstone Project. It presents students with an opportunity to put all of their analysis, design, writing and presentation
skills to the test as they prepare and propose their Capstone Project which may be in the form of an IT application, a Multimedia Systems Development, or an IT Management project.

Prerequisite/s : IT 226, IT 314

Course Outcome:

At the end of the course, the students should be able to:

Cognitive:
1. Formulate the project objectives, scope and limitation, and evaluation metrics
2. Collect and compare literature related to the project
3. Propose an ethical and feasible IT solution to the identified problems for the project
Affective:
4. Display teamwork and commitment towards assigned tasks
Psychomotor:
5. Use relevant software and hardware for the preparation of the project proposal.

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 COURSE PLAN

Graduate Program Intended Learning Outcomes Learning Content Teaching and Learning Teaching and Learning Assessment Task Assessment Tools No. of Hours
Attribute Outcomes Activities Modality LEC LAB
Week 1
Cm, CEL, LL C, E • Identify the course ORIENTATION • Reflective Discussion • Online via Video • Task 1 – • Rubrics for 2 3
requirements 1. Course Overview • Team Formation Conference Reflection Task 1
• Demonstrate 2. Course Requirements • Team Building • SeDi LMSS
commitment in 3. Team Responsibilities
accomplishing the
required tasks
• Develop communication
and interpersonal skills
Week 2
Cm, IFK, Cp, A, C, E, F • Identify the scope and I. CAPSTONE PROJECT • Lecture and • Online via Video • Task 2 – • Rubrics for 2 3
CEL, LL suggested areas of IT SPECIFICATIONS Discussion Conference Problem Task 2
Capstone Projects 1. The Capstone Project • Team Collaboration • Modular Approach Identification • SeDi LMSS
• Apply the PIPE model of 2. Scope and Suggested • Brainstorming
design thinking in Areas of IT Capstone
Problem Identification Projects
3. Review on PIPE Model of
Design Thinking
Week 3
Cm, IFK, Cp, A, B, C, D, E, • Conceptualize potential II. CAPSTONE PROJECT • Lecture and • Online via Video • Task 3 – • Rubrics for 2 3
CEL, LL F capstone project ideas IDEATION Discussion Conference Proposed Tasks 3 & 4
• Formulate a good 1. Project Ideation • Team Collaboration • Modular Approach Working • SeDi LMSS
research title 2. Characteristics of a Good Titles
• Present a research Research Title
concept 3. Working Title
Presentation Guidelines
Week 4 – Title Defense (5 hours)
Week 5
Cm, IFK, Cp, C, D • Identify the different III. CAPSTONE PROJECT • Content Focus and • Online via Video • Task 5 – • Rubrics for 2 3
CEL sections of a Capstone REPORT CONSIDERATIONS Interaction Conference Preparation Task 5
Project Proposal 1. Capstone Project • Short Video • Modular Approach of Template • SeDi LMSS
• Apply the Mechanics Proposal Outline Presentation • Asynchronous
used in writing a 2. Mechanics of Capstone learning via
Capstone Project Project Proposal messaging app
Proposal 3. Characteristics of
• Identify the Effective sentences
characteristics of 4. Effective Transitions and
effective sentences Grammatical
• Give examples of Considerations
transitional phrases and 5. Plagiarism and Capstone
identify proper grammar Project Report Integrity
conventions
• Explain Plagiarism
Weeks 6-7

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 Graduate Program Intended Learning Outcomes Learning Content Teaching and Learning Teaching and Learning Assessment Task Assessment Tools No. of Hours
Attribute Outcomes Activities Modality LEC LAB
Cm, IFK, Cp, A, C, D, E, F • Identify the components IV. WRITING CHAPTER I – • Lecture and • Online via Video • Task 6– • Rubrics for 4 6
CEL of Chapter I BACKGROUND OF THE Discussion Conference Introduction Task 6
• Write the Introduction STUDY • Presentation of • Modular Approach and • SeDi LMSS
part of Chapter I 1. Introduction Sample Manuscripts • Asynchronous Objectives
• Formulate the statement 2. Statement of Objectives learning via • Task 7 –
of objectives 3. Scope and Limitation messaging app Scope and
• Explain the scope and 4. Significance of the Study Limitation,
limitation of the study and
and its significance Significance
of the Study
Week 8
Cm, IFK, Cp, C, D, E • Apply the guidelines in V. WRITING CHAPTER II – • Content Focus and • Online via Video • Task 8 – • Rubrics for 4 6
CEL organizing Chapter II REVIEW OF RELATED Interaction Conference Gathering of Task 7
• Use APA format in citing LITERATURE • Modular Approach Literature • SeDi LMSS
sources 1. Related Literature • Asynchronous • Task 9 –
• Compile and discuss 2. Guidelines in Organizing learning via Writing the
relevant literature for the Chapter II messaging app RRL
project 3. Citing Sources
Weeks 9-11
Cm, IFK, Cp, A, B, C, E, F • Identify the components VI. WRITING CHAPTER III – • Lecture and • Online via Video • Task 10 – • Rubrics for 6 9
CEL of Chapter IV METHODOLOGY Discussion Conference Research Task 8
• Describe the different 1. Research Design • Presentation of • Modular Approach Design • SeDi LMSS
Research Designs 2. Review of Analysis and Sample Manuscripts • Asynchronous • Task 11 –
• Identify and use the Design Models learning via Analysis and
appropriate models and a. Fish Bone messaging app Design
testing techniques for the b. Data Flow Diagram Models
project c. Process Flowchart • Task 12 –
• Write Chapter III of the d. Entity Relationship Software
capstone project Diagram Process
proposal e. Use Case and Activity Model
Diagram
f. Context Diagram and
Data Flow Diagram
3. Software Development
Model
Week 12
Cm, IFK, Cp, C,D,E • Use essentials tools that VII. ESSENTIAL RESEARCH • Lecture and • Modular Approach • Task 13 – • Rubrics for 2 3
CEL, LL will aid in writing TOOLS Discussion using synchronous Plagiarism Task 13
research manuscripts 1. Academic Research • Team Collaboration or asynchronous Check and • SeDi LMSS
Databases teaching and Manuscript
2. Writing Enhancement learning Revision
Tools
3. Plagiarism Software
4. Reference and Citation
Tools
Week 13

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 Graduate Program Intended Learning Outcomes Learning Content Teaching and Learning Teaching and Learning Assessment Task Assessment Tools No. of Hours
Attribute Outcomes Activities Modality LEC LAB
Cm, IFK, Cp, A,B,C,D,E,F • Identify the most VIII. PROJECT PROTOTYPING • Lecture and • Modular Approach • Task 14 – • Rubrics for 2 3
CEL, LL appropriate type of 1. Types of Prototypes Discussion using synchronous Prototyping Task 14
prototypes for the 2. Prototype Considerations • Team Collaboration or asynchronous • SeDi LMSS
project • Brainstorming teaching and
• Design a prototype for learning
the proposed IT solution
Week 14 – Preparation and Submission of Proposal Manuscript and Project Prototype (5 hours)
Week 15
Cm, IFK, Cp, C, D, E • Apply effective strategies IX. PROPOSAL DEFENSE • Lecture and • Online via Video • Task 15 – • Rubrics for 2 3
CEL for making visual CONSIDERATIONS Discussion Conference Presentation Task 9 and 10
presentation as well as 1. Proper Look and Attire • Modular Approach Material • SeDi LMSS
presentation delivery 2. Effective Capstone • Asynchronous
Project Proposal learning via
Presentation messaging app
3. Criteria for Proposal
Defense

Week 16-17 – Proposal Defense

Week 18 – Submission of Final Proposal Manuscript (5 hours)

Course Requirements:

• Must successfully pass the Title Defense, Proposal Defense and Assessment Tasks
• Must submit all deliverables on time
• Must attend at least 80% of the total contact hours in the subject
• Must actively participate in all learning activities

Grading Scheme: Grade Equivalent:

Assessment Tasks 20% 1.0 98 – 100
Class Participation and Attendance 5% 1.25 95 – 97
Title Defense 25% 1.5 92 – 94
Proposal Manuscript and Prototype 25% 1.75 89 – 91
Proposal Defense 25% 2.0 86 – 88
TOTAL 100% 2.25 83 – 85
2.5 80 – 82
2.75 77 – 79
3.0 75 – 76
5.0 74 and below Failed
INC Incomplete

References:

• Weiss, M. (2019). Writing Scientific Research Proposals: A Practical Guide. bookboon.com

• Greener, S. and Martelli, J. (2018). An introduction to Business Research Methods 3rd edition. bookboon.com
• Kendal, S. (2015). How to Write a Research Paper 1st Edition. bookboon.com
• Laviña, C. G. et al. (2016). Outcomes-Based Practical Guide to Thesis and Capstone Project Writing in Computing. Mindshapers Co., Inc.
• Isabela State University (2014). Research & Development Services Manual of Operations. Isabela State University Publishing
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• https://explorable.com/how-to-write-an-introduction
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CLASSROOM POLICIES:

1) Observance of Health Protocols

a. Everybody who is entering the campus and classroom premises is required to wear a face mask – NO FACE MASK, NO ENTRY POLICY
b. Observe at all times, in all places and in all transactions, social / physical distancing of at least 1 meter apart as advocated by the Department of Health.
c. When classes are conducted outside the classroom, physical distancing will still be observed.

2) Uniform and Dress code

a. Students should be in proper uniform, wear ID and appropriate shoes except during laboratory class.
b. On Wednesdays, cross dressing, hip-hop dresses and get-ups are not allowed, e.g. shorts, slippers, spaghetti strap, earrings for males, etc.
c. PE uniforms should be worn only during PE class.

3) Taking Examination
a. Cheating and copying are strictly prohibited. When caught during quizzes and long/units exams, deduction of points will be imposed by the teacher and during midterm or final exam. Means a grade of 5.0 in
the subject.
b. Borrowing of calculators and other exam paraphernalia is not allowed during exam.
c. During prelim, midterm, and final exam, only test papers answer sheets, permits, calculators, pens, pencils and erasers are allowed on the desk; other things should be deposited on a place designated by the
teacher.
d. Other policies will be imposed as deemed necessary and as agreed upon between the students and the subject professor.

4) Other Policies

4.1 Face-to-face FTLM

a. Cellphone should be shut-off or in silent mode during class hours.
b. Chairs should be arranged at least 1.5 meters apart to observe social distancing.
c. Chairs should be arranged before leaving the classroom.
d. Vandalism is strictly prohibited and punishable.
e. No Smoking within the school premises.
f. Students under the influence of liquor are not allowed inside the school compound.
g. Any form of deadly weapons should not be brought to school except cleaning/cutting tools during cleanup days and laboratory classes.
h. Unnecessary noise to the point of creating disturbances is prohibited.
4.2 Online FTLM (synchronous)
a. Unnecessary noise to the point of creating disturbances is prohibited.
b. Participative learning is encouraged
c. Wear proper attire
d. Courtesy and proper decorum should be observed at all times
e. Meeting time set should be strictly observed by both faculty and students
f. Policies on the recording of class lecture is subject to the approval/agreement between the student and faculty which shall be governed by existing laws such as
g. cybercrime act, data privacy act and intellectual property right laws.
h. Posting of unnecessary comments/messages are prohibited during online classes.
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a. Submit required output on time via online or on designated drop-off / pick up points.
b. Submission of duplicated / copied output is prohibited.
c. Posting of unnecessary comments/messages are prohibited during group chat/discussion forum.

Prepared by: Checked/ Approved by:

IVY M. TARUN, DIT ROSEMARY L. BURAGA, DIT ROSELLE M. BELTRAN, Ph.D.

Subject Professor Subject Professor Director, ARA
Date: Date :

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