It provides concentrated training for students desiring to progress in their occupation or who want to gain more technological understanding. Emphasis is placed on basic functions and familiarity with computer use. Topics include computer terminology, introduction to the windows environment, introduction to networking, introduction to word processing, introduction to spreadsheets, and introduction to databases. Keyboarding Provides an introduction to the effective and efficient use of electronic machine keyboards. Topics include touch-typing skills, text formatting and manipulation, and function key usage.
Manual dexterity is developed using microcomputers and machine driven exercises.
BUS 108 Word Processing Emphasizes an intensive use of word processing equipment to create and revise mailable documents or reports from rough copy and straight copy. Topics include proper maintenance and usage of equipment and supplies, work area management, competency in one or more software packages, and productivity BUS 201 Advanced Word Processing Provides instruction in advanced word processing. Topics include proper maintenance and usage of equipment and supplies, work area management, advanced word processing concepts, and production of business correspondence and documents. Database Fundamentals Emphasizes use of database management software packages to access, manipulate, and create file data. Topics include data entry, data access, data manipulation, database creation, and file documentation.