Topics include Career Exploration and Job development, Job Search Techniques, Job Related Skill Development, and Leadership Development. Leadership Development focuses on teamwork and team building, working in committee structures, operating in a multi-cultural environment, meeting planning and operations as well as the opportunity to network with others locally and nationally. Office Occupations Development is a requirement for all students participating in the Cooperative Training program but is open to any interested students. A fundamental course in transcribing business documents from audio tapes using Microsoft Word. Class instruction on developing listening skills by applying correct grammar, punctuation, and format to business documents.
Course is designed specifically for executive, legal, or medial majors.
OT 116 Legal or Medical Machine Transcription 5 credits An advanced course in transcribing medically or legally related documents from audio tapes using the Microsoft Word program. Students develop skills in applying punctuation rules and familiarize themselves with a wide range of medical or legal terminology encountered in written documents. Speed in transcribing is developed. A fundamental course in proofreading and editing skills. Punctuation and grammar are reviewed to develop skills in proofreading business documents from the computer monitor or from an original copy.