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    Computer Applications (No prerequisites for the Fall semester only)

    Course Description:

    Computer Applications is a two-semester course designed to help students develop computer technology skills primarily in Microsoft Office Applications, basic computer operations (Windows 11), basic computer hardware and typing skills.

    Computer Application skills are fundamental and needed for computer entry-level jobs or schooling. 

    ​In this class, students will learn the basics and advanced level of computer technology skills and the use of Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Outlook. 

    In this class, students will be using TESTOut LabSim, an online simulation-based program to help students acquire and retain the skills they need to become proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Outlook.

    The course is also designed to prepare students for the Microsoft Office Pro Certification Exams. Upon completion of this course and passing the certification exams, students will receive a copy of their certificates via email.

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    Click HERE to access the course outline for this class.

    Overview of Chapters:

    Online Essentials
    This chapter introduces students to basic digital literacy concepts, such as the binary number system, digital file formats, and the Internet. It includes information on computer ethics, web browsers, social media, cloud computing, email, online safety and security, and evaluating online information. Students practice navigating websites, sending email, and configuring privacy and security settings in a web browser.
    Computer Essentials
    This chapter introduces students to the basic components and functions of computer hardware, operating systems, and application software. It includes information on file management, installing applications, networking, databases,  and information systems. Students practice configuring hardware, changing operating system settings, copying files, creating folders, connecting to a wireless network, and using databases.
    Common Office Features
    This chapter introduces features that are common to Microsoft Office applications. Students learn how to use the ribbon, dialog boxes, and the Backstage View; change application views; customize print settings; navigate longer documents and workbooks; and format images and shapes.
    Microsoft Word
    This chapter provides extensive practice in using the most important features of Microsoft Word to create, format, and print documents. Students learn how to edit existing documents; insert illustrations and tables; use themes and templates; manage references, headers, and footers; and use Track Changes and other collaboration features.
    Microsoft Excel
    This chapter teaches how to use spreadsheets in Microsoft Excel. Students practice creating and managing workbooks, entering data, and printing worksheets. They also learn how to format cells, use formulas to perform calculations, organize and analyze data in charts and tables, and summarize complex data using PivotTables.
    Microsoft PowerPoint
    This chapter teaches students how to create slide shows with Microsoft PowerPoint. They learn how to create, manage, format, and deliver PowerPoint presentations. Students also learn how to insert pictures, tables, illustrations, videos, animations, and transitions.
    Microsoft Access
    This chapter introduces relational databases. Students learn how to use Microsoft Access to store data, create queries to retrieve data, and build forms and reports.
    Microsoft Outlook
    This chapter teaches students how to use Microsoft Outlook for managing email, calendaring, and contacts. Students learn to create, send, and manage email, use the calendar to schedule appointments and meetings, and create and share new contacts and contact groups.
    A.1 Preparing for Office Pro Certification
    This section provides a series of practice exams on Microsoft Office Word, Exel, and PowerPoint. Students can take these exams as many times as needed to prepare for the Microsoft Office Pro Certification exam.  

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    Syllabus may be changed and adjusted according to administrator’s review and each student’s need.

     

    Learning Goals

    • Demonstrate keyboarding skills and Microsoft Office programs.
    • Demonstrate occupational specific communication and critical thinking skills.
    • Demonstrate responsible work ethics.
    • Demonstrate effective use of technology: Personal Computer (PC platform) and Microsoft Office Applications.

     

    Reminders:
    Create  user names and passwords that are easy to remember. 
    Typing web passwords can not be reset. 
     
     
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