Lecture 01 hour. Laboratory 02 hours. Semester Credits Introduction to theory and principles of Gregg shorthand with emphasis on reading, writing, and transcription in preparation for speed dictation and transcription in more advanced shorthand courses. Instruction in taking dictation and preparation of typed transcripts from shorthand notes. Speed and accuracy development.
Course assumes student demonstrates touch typing.
Lecture 02 hours. Laboratory 02 hours. OADM-1010 Keyboarding, or departmental approval. Minimum goal of 45 words a minute with not more than 5 errors on a 5-minute timed writing. Instruction on microcomputer.