Emphasis is placed on mastery of the keyboard. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate basic proficiency in keyboarding. This course is intended for non-OST majors.
Emphasis is placed on the touch system, correct techniques, and development of speed and accuracy.
Upon completion, students should be able to key at an acceptable speed and accuracy using the touch system. The minimum speed requirement is 30 words a minute on three 3-minute timed writings with no more than 3 errors. Emphasis is placed on diagnostic tests to identify accuracy and speed deficiencies followed by corrective drills. Upon completion, students should be able to keyboard rhythmically with greater accuracy and speed. The minimum speed requirement is 40 net words a minute on three 3-minute timed writings with no more than 3 errors.