What to do if your hard drive fails

1.Shut down immediately. The longer you leave the damaged hard drive running, the less the chance of data file recovery.
2.Don’t remove the cover from the HDD to avoid damage that may result in permanent data loss.
3.Don’t power up your computer if the hard drive had a water or fire damage.
4.Don’t expose the hard drive to shaking or vibrating, that my cause more damage.
5.Don’t expose the hard drive to extreme temperatures, hot or could.
6.Don’t try to use any data file recovery software.
7.Don’t try to handle the problem yourself. Contact a good data file recovery expert.

Source: Tech Innovations
Volume 2, Issue 8

Activities for the Up-Coming CCS 5th Foundation Anniversary

THEME: OVERCOMING CHALLENGES THROUGH INNOVATION

September 10, 2009
9:00 - 9:30 Parade
9:30 Opening of Exhibit

1:00 - 4:00 Educational Talk

September 11, 2009
8:00 - 9:00 Mass
9:00 - 11:00 Graphic Art Contest (using Adobe Photoshop open to
all interested from elem. to college)

Web Design Contest using HTML open to all interested
MCU Students)

Tech Quiz Bee An IT related quiz bee open to all
interested group of 3 CCS students)

September 12, 2009

ALUMNI HOMECOMING / GET TOGETHER PARTY
to be attended by all CCS students and Alumni from Batch 2004-2009

CCS Participated in the Open Jive Regional Challenge 2009 - Philippines

CCS team composed of Mr. Carlo De Guzman, Mr. Jeremiah Adriano, Mr. Adrian Puerto together with their coach Ms. Marilou Nisperos became finalist in the Regional Open Jive Challenge held at the Technological Institute of the Philippines (TIP)last July 18, 2009. The event was organized by Sun Microsystems, the largest contributor of Open Source Technologies which provides students with a platform to identify, develop and apply information technology in a real world scenario. The challenge creates an opportunity for creative student developer to contribute to the Free and Open Source Economy. This will fuel a wave of excitement and collaborative energy, powering these communities toward greater innovation, participation and growth.

MCU-CCS Academic Partnership with the Industry

True to its commitment of providing quality education, Manila Central University-College of Computer Studies has recently leveled up its curriculum to be at par with the most advanced colleges and universities, not just locally, but internationally as well, in terms of providing the latest technology and advances to its faculty and students.

In a contract signing held last November 3, 2008, Manila Central University, partnered with Fasttrack Solutions, Inc., in adapting the SAP Business One Academic Program to enhance its programs of studies in Computer Studies, Accountancy, Business Management, and Engineering.

As a result of the increasing implementation of Business Solutions Software to promote industry growth and efficiency world-wide, the requirements for industry-relevant skills has grown significantly over the last few years. Hence, the need to address this concern urged for the development of SAP skills amongst students.

The partnership between opens a greater opportunity for students to learn the highly-acclaimed and well-recognized Business Solutions in the industry, making certain that they become ready and fit to the demands of their future workplaces.

In a kick-off meeting held last October 2008 at MCU College of Computer Studies, to formally launch the implementation, Fasttrack conducted its Train the Trainer Program to lead faculty members who will teach the subjects incorporating SAP Business One. This Faculty training was designed to deliver SAP Business One fundamentals, navigation and system architecture, business processes inside an ERP system, custom configuration and reporting tools, as well as project implementation and management.

“This partnership of FastTrack and Manila Central University is a big step in empowering the students – bringing in a world-class software solution,” declared by Mr. Kerwin Malabanan, FastTrack Managing Director.

According to Ms. Melen D. Bones, FastTrack Training Administrator, “The SAP Business One Solution we are introducing to the Manila Central University students is the same system we implement to our clients in various industries. For this reason, the students won’t have a problem adapting to the system of their future employers.”

“Rest assured that we will continue to provide our service in bringing well-recognized value on the students’ cost of education by providing industry-relevant skills through SAP Business One. “ says Ms. Rexie Andal, Senior Sales Consultant for Training and Education, Fasttrack “And to see that Manila Central University has embraced this timely undertaking is commendable.”

With academic programs structured in the higher learning environment, the students are ensured of successful transfer of knowledge by well-competent faculties and up-to-date learning resources.

Remembering the past

It is so nice to see our students grow............

Test Taking Strategies

Examinations are a fact of life in college. But the only time an exam should be trial is when you aren't prepared for it, and the best sign that you aren't prepared is when you have to stay up all night to "cram". Cramming won't do very much for you (except make you so tired that when you take the exam you won't be able to think clearly enough to answer the questions you DO know).

Here are some tips to help you develop test taking skills:


Before the Test

1. Start preparing for you exams the first day of class. You can do this by reading your syllabus carefully to find out when your exams will be, how many there will be, and how much they are weighted into your grade.
2. Plan reviews as part of your regularly weekly study schedule; consequently, you review over the whole quarter rather than just at exam time.
3. Reviews are much more than reading and rereading all assignments. You need to read over your lecture notes and ask yourself questions on the material you don't know well. (If your notes are relatively complete and well organized, you may find that very little rereading of the textbook for detail is needed). You may want to create a study group for these reviews to reinforce your learning.
4. Review for several short periods rather than one long period. you will find that you retain information better and get less fatigued.
5. Turn the main points of each topic or heading into questions and check to see if the answers come to you quickly and correctly. Try to predict examination questions; then outline your answers.
6. It may seem "old-fashioned", but flashcards may be a helpful way to review in courses that have many unfamiliar terms. Review the card in random order using only those terms that you have difficulty remembering.

During the Test
There are also some things to keep in mind when you are TAKING the test.

1. First, read the directions carefully!! Many points have been lost because students didn't follow the directions.
2. Remember to preview the test to see how much time you need to allot for each section. If the test s all multiple choice questions, it is good to know that immediately.
3. Work on the "easiest" parts first. If your strength is essay questions, answer those first to get the maximum points. Pace yourself to allow time for the more difficult parts.
4. Find out if you are penalized for incorrect responses. (This is probably covered in the directions. If not, make educated guesses. If there is a penalty, avoid guessing.
5. When answering essay questions,s try to make an outline in the margin before you being writing. Organization, clear thinking, and good writing is important, but so is neatness. Organization, clear thinking, and good writing is important, but so is neatness. Be sure to make your writing legible.
6. Save time at the end of the exam to review your test and make sure you haven't left out any answers or parts of answers. This is difficult to do under the stress of exams, but it often keep you from making needless errors.

After the Test

1. If the instructor reviews the exam in class, make sure you attend. Many students choose to skip class of the day of the review because "nothing is happening" that day. On the contrary, this is an important class to attend because it helps reinforce the information one more time in long term memory. even if you aren't interested in the "learning" aspect of the class, it is an opportunity to hear what the instructor was looking for in the answers. This can help you on the NEXT exam.
   

CCS Participates in the Up-Coming Miss MCU 2009 Quest

Our very own Ms. Carla Janne Manalad, second year BSIT student, is the official candidate of Computer Studies for the up-coming Miss MCU 2009 Quest which will be held on July 28, 2009 6pm at the Centennial Gymnasium.

The next question is....will she win? Watch and see...
tickets are still available for 30.00 at the dean's office.