Computer concepts
Prerequisite: Freshman standing; graduation requirement
(1 semester)
This course will begin by reviewing the Operating System (OS) of a PC and basic Windows features and techniques. The course will then embark on a semester-long study of an integrated office software application suite--including word processing, presentation, desktop publishing, and spreadsheet applications. The software being used may include the current Microsoft Office Professional Suite and Google Applications. Proper keyboarding techniques will be reinforced throughout the semester/course. By the completion of the class, students will know the basics for using the above software to: maintain an organized computer folder; add and modify printer settings; create presentations for class projects; complete reports for classes in proper format; organize data and create graphical charts from data; create basic desktop publishing documents.
(1 semester)
This course will begin by reviewing the Operating System (OS) of a PC and basic Windows features and techniques. The course will then embark on a semester-long study of an integrated office software application suite--including word processing, presentation, desktop publishing, and spreadsheet applications. The software being used may include the current Microsoft Office Professional Suite and Google Applications. Proper keyboarding techniques will be reinforced throughout the semester/course. By the completion of the class, students will know the basics for using the above software to: maintain an organized computer folder; add and modify printer settings; create presentations for class projects; complete reports for classes in proper format; organize data and create graphical charts from data; create basic desktop publishing documents.