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CREDIT, DEGREE APPLICABLE COURSES:

NONCREDIT COURSES:

CREDIT, DEGREE APPLICABLE COURSES:

MABS 25. Keyboarding (1)
Lab-5 (8 wks)    P/NP available
Open to students who have had no previous training in typing. No credit given to students who have passed a course in beginning typing at City College or any other educational institution. Not open to students who have completed WDPR 78.
Development of keyboard control; accuracy, speed, and concentration exercises; equipment operation and care.
Completion requirement: Ability to type by the touch method, 25 words a minute gross in a series of three-minute tests with an average of not more than one error per minute. CSU
Formerly WDPR 78.

MABS 30. Computer Keyboarding (3)
Lec-3, lab-3                                                  P/NP available
Advise: ENGL 90 or ESL 140
Beginning computer keyboarding and desktop computing essentials. Students learn to keyboard by touch, use the 10-key numeric keypad, and apply these skills to professional computer applications. Proper technique is stressed to enhance speed and accuracy. Includes computer hardware and software concepts, ergonomics, word processing, and using Internet Explorer for office tasks. CSU

MABS 35. Speedbuilding: Keyboarding (1)
Lab-5 (8 wks)                                               P/NP available
PREREQ.: MABS 30, 25 or WDPR 78, or the ability to type 25 words a minute for 3 minutes with no more than 3 errors
Repeat: max. 4 units
A review of good typing techniques, manipulation of machine parts, and keyreaches. Emphasis on the development of speed and control. CSU
Formerly WDPR 79

MABS 38. Keyboarding with Microsoft Word (3)
Lec-3, lab-3
PREREQ.: MABS 35 or WDPR 79 or the ability to type 35 words a minute with no more than one error a minute
Advise: ENGL 90 or ESL 72 or 150 or placement in ENGL 92 or ESL 82 or 160
Not open to students who have completed WDPR 80
Entering, formatting, proofreading, and revising business documents such as letters, single- and multi-page reports, outlines, tables, minutes, and resumés to an acceptable office standard using a word processing system. Students also interpret proofreading marks, compose brief office messages, and continue to enhance their keyboarding skills. CSU
Formerly WDPR 80.

MABS 40. Internet Explorer and Outlook Email (3)
Lec-3, lab-3                                                 P/NP available
Advise: ENGL 90 or ESL 140
Use of Internet Explorer to find solutions for common business tasks, and the use of Microsoft Outlook to send and receive e-mails, set up contact lists, maintain a calendar, create appointments, schedule meetings, and more. Efficient search techniques are stressed. Also covered are computer hardware basics and Windows file management. CSU

MABS 60. Introduction to Computer Applications for Business (3)
Lec-3, lab-3 .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. P/NP available
Advise: MABS 25 or MABS 30
Not open to students who are enrolled in or who have completed L A 81
Introduction to the concepts and skills of using personal computers for business. Includes fundamental concepts of hardware, the operating system, and the five most frequently used office applications: word processing, electronic spreadsheet, database management, web browser, and email.CSU/UC

MABS 61. Advanced Microsoft Office for Windows (3)
Lec-3, lab-3 .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. P/NP available
PREREQ.: MABS 60 or demonstration of MABS 60 exit skills
Creating spreadsheet, database, word processing, and presentation projects using advanced features in Microsoft Office. Preparing documents for the World Wide Web by utilizing Office’s built-in tools. CSU

MABS 67. Database for Business/Access for Windows (3)
Lec-3, lab-3 .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. P/NP available
Advise: MABS 25
Introduction to a relational dynamic database environment using Access for Windows. Experience creating and modifying business databases; data manipulation and retrieval, and report generation. CSU

MABS 88. Microcomputer Applications Laboratory (0)
Lab-10
COREQ.: Any Business Department credit or noncredit class
An open laboratory for students who are completing homework assignments for Business Department credit and noncredit classes.  Enroll in the lab. CSU

MABS 101. Spreadsheets for Business/Excel (3)
Lec-3, lab-3 .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. P/NP available
Advise: MABS 25 or ability to type 25 wpm; BSMA 66 or 68
Experience in creating, modifying, and printing spreadsheets using Excel software on either IBM-PC compatible or Macintosh computers. Includes creating charts, working with database features, and the use of macros. CSU

MABS 160. Survey of Business Data Processing (3)
Lec-3, lab-0.5
An introduction for business students stressing the principles, terminology, and programming of a business data processing system. The concepts of a management information system, its uses, limitations, and impact on organizations reviewed. An introduction to the programming language BASIC is given by the entering and testing of business problem using computers. CSU

MABS 202. PowerPoint Presentations (1)
Lec-3, lab-3 .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. P/NP available
Advise: MABS 25
Creating business presenatations using Microsoft PowerPoint. Topics include planning an effective presentation, developing on-screen slides; inserting tables, pictures, charts and diagrams into slides; and constructing a slide show utilizing animation, transitions, sound, and timings. The design of master slides and templates is also covered. CSU

MABS 301. Novell Network Administration (2)
Lec-2
Basic and fundamental network management tasks are covered in lecture and hands-on lab assignments using a Novell Local Area Network. Includes user support, directory structures, security, backups, menus, mail, and use of file server and workstation utilities. Prepares students to take the Certified Novell Administrator examination. CSU

MABS 302. Novell Administration: Advanced (1)
Lec-1
Advanced network management concepts and tasks using a Novell Local Area Network including: server configuration, management, and maintenance; performance monitoring; accounting; advanced services; network conficuration to support other protocols (e.g., TCP/IP and Mac). Prepares to take the Certified Novell examination for this subject. CSU

MABS 391. Word Processing/Microsoft Word (3)
Lec-3, lab-3                                                 P/NP available
PREREQ.: MABS 35 or the ability to type at least 35 words a minute with no more than one error a minute
Advise: ESL 72 or 150 or placement in ESL 82 or 160
Not open to students who are enrolled in or have completed WDPR 391, 391A or 391B
Experience creating, formatting, editing, and printing documents on the IBM Personal or compatible computer using Word for Windows. Features covered include the spelling and grammar checkers, page numbering, and tables. Advanced features include headers and footers, footnotes, merge features, macros (automatic keystroke repetition), style sheets, newspaper and parallel columns, sorting, and other features as time permits. CSU
Formerly WDPR 391.

MABS 405. Developing Web Sites - FrontPage (3)
Lec-3, lab-3 .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. P/NP available
Advise: MABS 60 (knowledge of Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office)
Practical instruction in designing and publishing business web pages on the Internet using Microsoft FrontPage. Web sites will include: page division with frames, interactive input forms, tables, hyperlinks, graphics, animated images and multimedia. Exploration of how an enterprise might plan, design, produce, promote, and maintain a business web site. CSU

MABS 406. Developing Web Sites - Dreamweaver (3)
Lec-3, lab-3 .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. P/NP available
Advise: MABS 60
Designing and publishing business web pages on the Internet using Macromedia Dreamweaver. Web sites will include page division with frames, interactive input forms, tables, hyperlinks, graphics, animated images and multimedia. The course will explore how an enterprise might plan, design, produce, promote, and maintain a business web site. CSU

MABS 407. Developing Web Sites-Expression Web (3)
Lec-3, lab-3                                                 P/NP available
Advise: MABS 60
Introduction to creating and maintaining business web pages using Microsoft Expression Web. Includes working with hyperlinks, tables, forms, graphics, and sound. Efficient production methods using style sheets and dynamic web templates are covered. Includes publishing a web site to a server computer connected to the Internet. CSU

WDPR 391A. Beginning Word Processing - Word for Windows (1.5)
Lec-3, lab-3 (8 wks.)                                                    P/NP available
PREREQ.: WDPR 79 or the ability to type at least 35 words per minute with no more than one error a minute.
Advise: ESL 72 or 150 or placement in ESL 82 or 160
Not open to students who are enrolled in or have completed WDPR 391.
Experience creating, formatting, editing, and printing documents on the IBM Personal or compatible computer using Word for Windows. Features covered include the spelling and grammar checkers, page numbering, and creating tables with the table feature. CSU

WDPR 391B. Advanced Word Processing - Word for Windows (1.5)
Lec-3, lab-3 (8 wks.)                                                P/NP available
PREREQ.: WDPR 391A
Not open to students who have enrolled in or completed WDPR 391.
Explore Word for Windows' sophisticated document preparation features on the IBM Personal Computer or a compatible computer. Create documents using headers and footers, footnotes, merge features, macros (automatic keystroke repetition), style sheets, newspaper and parallel columns, sorting, and other features as time permits. CSU

WDPR 431. Desktop Publishing - PC PageMaker (3)
Lec-2, lab-3 .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. P/NP available
Hands-on experience using PageMaker (on IBM-PC compatible computers) to design and build a publication. Students work with graphics and text, design pages, and handle common business and technical writing applications. CSU

NONCREDIT COURSES:

COMP 9245. Windows Essentials for MS Office Applications (30 hrs)
Advise: ESLN 5/6
An introductory course on computer concepts and techniques for the novice computer user. Students will build knowledge to better understand the function and use of the Windows operating system as it applies to managing one's computer system, data, resources, and software applications. Students will learn Internet and E-mail basics and will get a brief overview of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint applications.

COMP 9857. MS Office Business Applications with Simulated Projects (90 hrs)
Advise: ESLN 5/6
A comprehensive introduction of Microsoft Office business applications-Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint. Students will learn the fundamental features and functions of these applications and apply and/or integrate them to produce real-world business projects.

COMP 9867. Spreadsheets - Level 1 (15 hrs)
Advise.: ESLN 3500;COMP 9245
Introduces spreadsheet software and terminology. Students learn to create, edit, and print spreadsheets. Additional topics include formatting data and entering labels, formulas, and functions. Students are encouraged to do hands-on practice outside of class.

COMP 9869. Computer Lab Orientation (9 hrs)
Advise: ESLN 3500; SECY 9388
A hands-on introduction to the hardware, software, and operating system and lab procedures.

COMP 9888. Spreadsheets - Level 3 (15 hrs)
Advise: COMP 9895
Introduces students to the following Excel 2000 spreadsheet concepts: brief review of Level 1 and 2 concepts, creating databases in Excel, recording macros, debugging recorded macros, writing basic macros using Excel’s Visual Basic structure.

COMP 9889. Introduction to MS Office Applications for Business (90 hrs)
Advise: ESLN 5/6
Introduction to Microsoft Office Applications for Business is a comprehensive introduction to Microsoft Office applications of Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint, preceded by a brief overview of basic computer concepts and history. A brief introduction to Windows operating system and Outlook are included.

COMP 9894. Databases - Level 1 (12 hrs)
Advise: ESLN 3500; COMP 9245
Techniques and applications of database management. Topics include creating and altering a database, searching techniques and creating reports.

COMP 9895. Spreadsheets - Level 2 (15 hrs)
Advise: COMP 9867
Introduces students to the following Microsoft Excel 2000 concepts: brief review of Level 1 concepts, design of advanced formulas and functions, basic Excel charting concepts, techniques for handling multiple worksheets, 3D worksheet concepts, advanced printing features, inserting graphics and using Excel 2000 drawing tools.

COMP 9896. Microcomputers - Individual Projects (45 hrs)
Advise: Completion of at least one 45 hour applications course or equivalent experience
Students will undertake individual projects using micro applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and desktop publishing. Projects will be individualized or worked on in teams and will be determined in consultation with the instructor. Students will learn strategies and problem solving techniques related to practical applications including importing and exporting files between any two programs.

COMP 9899. Desktop Publishing - Beginning (45 hrs)
Advise: TRST 4601; SECY 9388; COMP 9245
Survey of the hardware, software, terminology and techniques used in microcomputer-based publishing. Additional topics include page layout features and popular equipment configurations. Experience in the basics of layout, importing text and graphics, and preparation of camera-ready copy for business applications.

COMP 9900. Microsoft EXCEL-Beginning (45 hrs)
Advise: ESLN 5/6
A comprehensive introduction to using spreadsheet software to solve business problems. Students learn to set up, format, save and print spreadsheets. Additional topics include using logical and mathematical functions and creating graphs from spreadsheet data.

COMP 9901. Databases - Beginning (45 hrs)
Advise: ABE 2088; SECY 9388; COMP 9245
Development of practical skills in the use of microcomputer database software for information management. Topics include designing and building database structures, entering and editing records, searching, sorting and selecting records, and generating various kinds of reports.

COMP 9902. Graphics for Business (45 hrs)
Advise: ABE 3088; ESLN 3500; COMP 9245
Students learn to prepare and present business information in graphic form. Pie, bar, text and other charts are created using appropriate software, with emphasis on selecting appropriate graph formats to increase visual impact.

COMP 9903. Software Update (15 hrs)
Advise: Windows OS Basics, ESL Level 6 or above
An overview course that introduces students to the basic features of current business software, including, but not limited to Microsoft Office XP products (word processing, spreadsheets, databases, electronic presentations), Internet and E-mail, computerized accounting, business graphics or desktop publishing software, Web authoring and animation software, and business multimedia software.

COMP 9904. Microsoft EXCEL- Intermediate (45 hrs)
Advise: ESLN 5/6
A comprehensive course providing proficiency in using spreadsheet software to solve business problems. Students learn enhanced worksheet design for business applications, database management techniques, and creating and executing simple and complex macros.

COMP 9905. Intro to Windows for MS Office Applications (45 hrs)
Advise: ESLN 5/6
An introduction to computer concepts and techniques for beginning computer students. Students will learn to use the Windows operating system to organize and manage data, resources, and Office applications. A brief introduction of the Office applications: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access, and a unit on Internet and E-mail is included.

COMP 9906. Databases - Level 2 (15 hrs)
Advise: COMP 9894, Windows OS Basics, ESL Level 6 or above
An intermediate course that introduces students to the more advanced features of the database software, the content includes creating and managing advanced tables, forms, queries, and reports.

COMP 9907. Desktop Publishing - Intermediate (45 hrs)
Advise: COMP 9899
The production of camera-ready copy for flyers, business reports, newsletters, etc. using desktop publishing software. Experience in using typographical controls and page layout tools to format for visual impact and readability.

COMP 9908. Micro Applications - Current Topics (45 hrs)
Advise: TRST 4601 or ESLV 3821; SECY 9388 or 25 net wpm keyboarding; Any hands-on introductory computer course of at least 27 hours or equivalent experience
Use of the latest state-of-the-art microcomputer software and its application to business and office procedures. Students work with industry-specific software or explore new features in the latest version of an older software release. Taught-hands-on in a computer lab. Course content varies.

COMP 9909. Spreadsheets - Advanced (45 hrs)
Advise: COMP 9904
Emphasis on solving real-life business problems with advanced spreadsheets. Includes data sharing and data analysis techniques for computing projections, probabilities and estimates.

COMP 9910. Databases - Intermediate (45 hrs)
Advise: COMP 9901
Development of practical intermediate skills in the use of microcomputer database software for information management. Topics include creating custom forms, creating complex search criteria for performing multiple searches, queries and sorts, creating complex reports and queries, performing complex calculations, managing multiple related databases, and simple programming.

COMP 9911. Databases - Advanced (45 hrs)
Advise: COMP 9910
Development of practical advanced skills in the use of microcomputer database software for information management. Topics include creating custom applications, using an applications generator, programming techniques, keystroke macros, intelligent custom forms, and interfacing with other programs.

COMP 9912. PC Upgrade and Optimization (15 hrs)
Advise: Windows OS Basics, ESL Level 6 or above
An overview course that introduces students to the basic concepts of computer components, preparing a hard disk for installation of Windows XP, installation of Windows XP, installing and uninstalling application software, installing device drivers, installation and use of antivirus, spyware and firewall software.

COMP 9913. Microcomputer Lab (90 hrs)
An open laboratory in which students may complete their microcomputer assignments or word processing assignments.

COMP 9914. Desktop Publishing - Advanced (45 hrs)
Advise: COMP 9907
Setting type to specifications and learning specialized features such as marking text and graphics for printing spot color overlays, automatic table of contents generation and automatic index generation. Individual projects.

COMP 9917. Building Individual Web Sites (45 hrs)
Advise:  Completion of at least one word processing, spreadsheet, or database class.
Integrating the individual applications and services contained in Office 97 into a functional unit for building custom solutions to business problems, individually, in a workgroup, and on the Web, using readily available Office 97 capabilities such as data access, reporting, and analysis, information publishing, messaging and query operations, document collarboration, and macros.

COMP 9918.  Building Business Web Sites (45 hrs)
Advise:  Completion of at least one word processing, spreadsheet, or database course.
Using the Internet for Business information gathering and dessemination.  Designing, maintaining, and publishing Business Web Sites.  Creating Web pages and Internet business applications using FrontPage and Office 97.

COMP 9919. Using Dreamweaver for Basic Business Web Pages (45 hrs)
Advise: Windows OS Basics, ESL level 6 or above
Individualized and instructor-led instruction in the use of web authoring tools used to create a personal or business website using Macromedia’s Dreamweaver MX. Beginning through intermediate skills are taught through self-paced modules and projects; e.g. new site creation, editing, and maintaining the site, image and text insertions and using tables.

COMP 9920. Using FrontPage for Basic Web Pages (45 hrs)
Advise: Windows OS Basics, ESL level 6 or above
A hands-on, interactive course with instruction in Microsoft FrontPage’s web authoring tools to create a personal or business website. Beginning through intermediate skills are covered through self-paced modules and projects. Topics include new site creation, editing, and maintaing the site, image and text insertions, publishing a site, and using tables, frames and forms.

COMP 9921. Intro to the Internet for Office Support (45 hrs)
Advise: Windows OS Basics, ESL level 6 or above
Hands-on and project-oriented instruction in the use of the Internet via a browser is provided for the office/business professional or other serious personal computer user. Topics covered include services and tools available on the Internet and World Wide Web, browser features, navigating through the Web, e-mailing, and identifying useful sites for office/business professionals.

COMP 9922. Flash for Bus/Office Presentations (45 hrs)
Advise: COMP 9925, 9245, 9905 or equivalent, ESL Level 6+
Introduces business office students to the basic concepts of business presentations using Flash. Business students learn introductory techniques in creating storyboards, animated slide shows, ad banners, and Web pages. Students are also introduced to basic publishing concepts for viewing their work in the Flash Player and creating CD-ROMs.

COMP 9928. PowerPoint for Business (45 hrs)
Advise: Windows OS Basics, ESL level 6 or above
Instruction in the fundamentals of PowerPoint, the presentation graphics application of Microsoft Office. It is designed for the office/business professional or other serious computer user. Topics include creating a PowerPoint slide show, adding visuals to enhance a slide show, customizing a presentation, and delivering a presentation.

COMP 9932. Excel for Accounting Principles (45 hrs)
Advise: ACBO 9203, Windows OS Basics, ESL level 6 or above
Instruction in the utilization of Microsoft Excel (spreadsheet software) as it relates to accounting principles. Students will have practice in formatting, formulas, and functions, charts/graphs, worksheet manipulation, database and macro commands.

COMP 9933. Building Business Web Pages with Studio MX - Level I (45 hrs)
Advise: Windows OS Basics, ESL level 6 or above
Hands-on instruction using a step-by-step and/or a project-oriented approach to developing a business web site using Macromedia Studio MX with core functions in Dreamweaver, Fireworks, Flash, Freehand, and Coldfusion. An online marketing or product information online interface would be developed.

COMP 9934. Building Business Web Pages with Studio MX - Level II (45 hrs)
Advise: COMP 9933 or equivalent, Windows OS Basics, ESL level 6 or above
Hands-on instruction using a step-by-step and/or a project-oriented approach to familiarizing students with Macromedia Studio MX and built in funtions of ColdFusion for the development of dynamic, interactive business web applications. Emphasis is on software functions WITHOUT programming.

COMP 9935. Business Web Graphics Using Studio MX (45 hrs)
Advise: Windows OS Basics, ESL level 6 or above
Hands-on instruction using a step-by-step and/or a project-oriented approach to creating web graphics and web multimedia elements using Macromedia Studio MX. Topics include graphic layout, backgrounds, rollovers, banners, and navigational elements; digitizing media and image optimization.

COMP 9936. Using Outlook for Office Support, Level I (45 hrs)
Advise: Windows OS Basics, ESL level 6 or above
A hands-on lecture and lab course that introduces Outlook-Microsoft’s desktop information management application. Topics include e-mail basics, creating a personal schedule, task list and a contact list using Outlook’s features of Contacts, Calendar, Inbox, and Tasks.

COMP 9937. Using Outlook for Office Support, Level II (45 hrs)
Advise: COMP 9936, Windows OS Basics, ESL level 6 or above
Interactive instruction in intermediate desktop management skills that reinforce concepts taught in COMP 9936. New topics include searching for messages; setting and removing filters on messages, using message formats, stationery, and delivery options to customize messages; learning how to export personal folders onto a floppy disk and later import subfolders for further updating; archiving mail messages, and creating unique e-mail signatures for multiple accounts.

COMP 9938. Publisher for Business Desktop Publishing (45 hrs)
Advise: Windows OS Basics, Keyboarding, ESL level 6 or above
A lecture and lab course in which students learn beginning through intermediate desktop publishing skills to create professional publications in business such as advertising flyers, newsletters, tri-fold brochures, and business cards using Microsoft Publisher. Topics include creating and editing a publication, newsletter and brochure design and development, personalizing and customizing publications with information sets, and creating business forms and tables.

COMP 9940. Excel Special Topics - Beyond Advanced (45 hrs)
Advise: COMP 9909, Windows OS Basics, ESL level 6 or above
A course designed for the office/business professional or other serious computer user to provide topics beyond the advanced level in Excel, the spreadsheet application of Microsoft Office. Topics include creating macros, formula auditing, data validation, using Solver, Scenario Manager, Pivot Tables, and Pivot Charts.

COMP 9941. Simulated Projects for MS Office Self-Paced (45 hrs)
Advise: COMP 9909, 9910, 9921, 9928, 9936; WDPR 9995, or equivalent, ESL level 6 or above, Keyboarding 35+wpm, Office Technology, Clerical Keyboarding, or Document Production
A self-paced office projects course geared to enhance one’s working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite applications. Students will complete real-world simulated projects requiring the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Access, or any integration of the products. Students will analyze real-world business problems and then apply appropriate media and strategy solutions, utilizing the Internet, multimedia and graphics to enhance document design, layout, functionality, and appearance.

COMP 9942. Microcomputer Lab (45 hrs)
An instructor-supervised computer lab for currently-enrolled Business Department students. Students will work independently on assignments given in other Business Department computer classes.

COMP 9943. Special Projects Using Publisher (45 hrs)
Advise: COMP 9938 or equivalent, ESL Level 6
Create publications from topics related to the business world using MS Publisher software. Projects may include flyers, newsletters, brochures and other topics.

COMP 9944. Acrobat for Bus/Office (45 hrs)
Advise: COMP 9245, 9905 or equivalent, ESL Level 6+
An introductory course teaching the business office students to create busines documents and presentations as Portable Document Format (PDF) files. Business students will learn to use these basic techniques for distribution of electronic documents in an office environment and on the web.

COMP 9948. Acrobat Bus/Office Doc Conversion (15 hrs)
Advise: COMP 9245, 9905 or equivalent, ESL Level 6+
An introductory course teaching the business office students to convert business documents, such as word documents, spreadsheet files, and Web pages to Portable Document Format (PDF) files. PDF files allow individuals in a business office environment to create a more secure format for document exchange.

COMP 9949. Dreamweaver I (15 hrs)
Advise: COMP 9245, 9905, 9947 or equivalent, ESL Level 6+
A hands-on course using a step-by-step approach to web page development. Students tour the interface, define a site, create a simple template, create files and folders, insert text and images, create links, insert and modify tables.

COMP 9950. E-mail Writing (5 hrs)
Advise: ESL Level 6 or above
Provides the students with hands-on instruction in establishing an e-mail account and practicing transmitting and receiving e-mail messages.

COMP 9951. PowerPoint (15 hrs)
Advise: COMP 9942, 9905, 9947 or equivalent, ESL Level 6+
Instruction in the fundamentals of PowerPoint, the presentation graphics application of Microsoft Office. The course is designed for the office/business professional and other computer users. Topics include creating and editing a PowerPoint slide show, adding visuals to enhance a slide show, customizing a presentation, and delivering a presentation.

COMP 9952. Internet and E-mail for the Business Office (15 hrs)
Advise: COMP 9942, 9905, 9947 or equivalent, ESL Level 6+
Introductory overview course to provide familiarity of the Internet using a browser. Designed for the office professional or other serious computer user. Topics covered include an introduction to the Internet network, browser features, navigating the Web, and identifying useful sites for office professionals.

COMP 9956. Introductory Flash for the Bus/Office (15 hrs)
Advise: COMP 9925, 9245, 9905 or equivalent, ESL Level 6+
Introductory course in Flash for the Bus/Office is designed for business students on how to use Flash to create files that can be imported in PowerPoint presentations and for use on the Web. Information obtained in this short course will enable the business student to quickly produce a basic presentation for office use.

COMP 9957. Photoshop Elements I (15 hrs)
Advise: COMP 9245, COMP 9905, or equivalent; ESLN 5/6
Photoshop Elements, Level I, is a basic introduction to photograph imaging. Students are introduced to editing images and digital photographs, opening, viewing, and saving image files. Students will learn to enhance photographs, print and share images.


COMP 9958. Photoshop Elements II (15 hrs)
Advise: COMP 9245, COMP 9905, or equivalent; COMP 9957; ESLN 5/6
Photoshop Elements, Level II is second-level introductory course to photograph imaging; a continuation of COMP 9957. Students will be introduced to filters, selection techniques, layer management, layer styles, and painting effects used to edit images and digital photographs that can later be placed in business and personal publications and web pages.


COMP 9959. Photoshop Elements (45 hrs)
Advise: COMP 9245, COMP 9905, or equivalent; ESLN 5/6
This course teaches students the fundamentals of Photoshop Elements as it applies to business publications and personal/business web pages. Students are introduced to editing images and digital photographs, opening, viewing, and saving image files. Students will learn to enhance photographs, print and share images.

CMSP 9240. Introduction to Computer/ABE
Advise: TRST 4601; ESLN 3400; SECY 9388
Popular business applications to prepare students for data processing, entry-level employment in an automated office. Personal computer operations, database management, word processing, electronic spreadsheets, business communication skills and preparation for getting a job are emphasized.

CMSP 9241. Introduction to Computers/ABE (90 hrs)
Advise: TRST 1400; ABE 2073; SECY 9388
A course in basic computer literacy.

SECY 9341. Business Math With Spreadsheets I (90 hrs)
Advise: HSEN 2267, ESLN 3500
Use of spreadsheet software to make common business calculations such as discounts, commissions, markup, credit charges, simple and compound interest, and present value.

SECY 9354. Business Machines/10 Key (90 hrs)
Emphasis on developing speed and accuracy on the 10-key keypad. Practice in the efficient and effective use of function keys for business computations.

SECY 9374. Keyboarding - All Levels (180 hrs)
Advise: ESLN 3500
Keyboarding techniques for formatting business and personal correspondence, including manuscripts, letters, memoranda, rough drafts, tabulating, proofreading, composing, and speed and accuracy development. Upon completion of each module, student may proceed to the next level.

SECY 9375. Clerical Keyboarding (180 hrs)
Advise: HSEN 2287; ESLN 3400
Prepares students for entry-level clerical employment. Includes keyboarding for accuracy and speed, instruction in formatting office correspondence, practice in simulated office keyboarding tasks, and operation of the ten-key calculator by touch.

SECY 9377. Keyboarding Laboratory (90 hrs)
Allows students to practice and upgrade skills. Preparation for employment testing.

SECY 9388. Keyboarding For Computers (45 hrs)
Advise: ESLN 3400
Students will acquire basic knowledge of the keyboard to interact more efficiently with desk top computers, computer terminals, or electronic communication systems. Instruction covers introduction to the keyboard and development of basic keyboarding skills.

SECY 9392. Secretarial Office Practice (90 hrs)
Advise: SECY 9374; ESLN 3600
Students produce standard office documents using electric or electronic typewriters. Students learn to accurately type and transcribe documents. Includes composing typical office correspondence, producing statistical reports, and accurately assessing personal productivity.

SECY 9399. Office Technology - Laboratory (180 hrs)
Advise: ESLN 3300; TRST 4601
Multi-skills laboratory for self-paced training in a variety of traditional office skills on a variety of automated office systems. Beginning modules provide instruction in basic keyboarding, basic production typing, and 10-key calculation; intermediate modules instruction in filing, spelling, computer literacy, and production typing; and advanced modules training in statistical keyboarding, automated keyboarding systems, and word processing.

SECY 9400. Job Preparation (45 hrs)
Techniques in acquiring and keeping a job, preparing a resume. locating job openings through newspaper want ads and other sources, and preparing for job interviews.

SECY 9401. Business English I (45 hrs)
Advise: ESLN 3800
Development of written communication skills: punctuation, business vocabulary, capitalization, composition of business correspondence, spelling, proofreading, and use of office reference materials.

SECY 9402. Business English II (45 hrs)
Advise: SECY 9401 or equivalent, ESLN 3800
Continued development of written communication skills: punctuation, business vocabulary, capitalization, composition of business correspondence, spelling, proofreading, and use of office reference materials.

SECY 9403. Business Communications (45 hrs)
Advise: SECY 9401 or equivalent, ESL Level 6+
A lecture-lab course to develop basic writing skills for the business world. Topics in this course include developing meaningful paragraphs, writing opening and closing sentences in letters, and writing good-news letters and bad-news letters.

SECY 9405. Customer Service Skills (15 hrs)
Advise: WOPR 9991 or equivalent, COMP 9921 or equivalent, ESL Level 6+
This course will teach specific skills in effectively dealing with customers and clients to gain new business and retain existing business relationships. It addresses the front-line employee who makes the initial contact with the potential customer/client.

SECY 9406. Keyboarding: Quick Course (15 hrs)
Multi-level course serves as either a quick introduction, a quick review of the alphabetic and numeric keys, or a quick speed/accuracy building course. Emphasis on individual student need. Skills taught through instructor-led and/or self-paced instruction.

WOPR 9486. Word Processing - Beginning (45 hrs)
Advise: TRST 4601; ESLB 3821; SECY 9374
In this hands-on course, students learn how to create, edit, save and print business documents. Covers formatting procedures (such as changing margins, line spacing and tab stops) and emphasizing text (such as underlining and centering). Techniques for handling multi-page reports are introduced.

WOPR 9487. Word: Tables (5 hrs)
Advise: COMP 9245, 9905 or equivalent, WOPR 9486, 9991 or equivalent, ESL Level 6+
Introduces intermediate and advanced concepts of Microsoft Word Table feature. Advanced skills are taught through instructor-led and self-paced instruction.

WOPR 9488. Word: Templates and Forms (5 hrs)
Advise: WOPR 9486 or equivalent, ESL Level 6+
Course introduces advanced concepts of Microsoft Word's Templates and Forms features. Create customized documents such as letters, envelopes and reports. Advanced skills are taught through instructor-led and self-paced instruction.

WOPR 9990. Word Processing (Multi-Level)
Advise: SECY 9348; SECY 9374
Identification and use of equipment typical of a word processing center. Operation of text-editing equipment to create, store, edit, and print various types of documents suitable for personal use.

WOPR 9991. Word Processing - Level 1 (15 hrs)
Advise: TRST 1300; ESLB 3821; SECY 9388
Introduces basic concepts and components of word processing applications through actual practical experience with word processing and software.

WOPR 9993. Word Processing - Level 2 (15 hrs)
Advise: WOPR 9991
An overview of the intermediate features of word processing: create, edit, and print out a document. Outlines, headers and footers, page numbers, simple macros and columns.

WOPR 9994. Word Processing - Level 3 (15 hrs)
Advise: WOPR 9993
Advanced features and techniques of word processing including sorting, styles, tables, borders, calculating, and mail merge.

WOPR 9995. Word Processing - Intermediate
Advise: WOPR 9486
Special word processing features to create, revise and print business documents. Topics cover moving and copying text, indenting paragraphs, changing format for part of document (margins, line spacing, tab stops) and hyphenation. Additional topics include using a spelling checker and backing up documents. Techniques for controlling page ends in multipage reports are introduced. Hands-on practice.

WOPR 9996. Word Processing - Advanced
Advise: WOPR 9995
Techniques for formatting complex multi-page business documents. Entering and revising header and footer text and page numbering systems. Personalized form letters and setting up complex tabulations included. Hands-on practice.

WOPR 9997. Word Processing - Special Topics
Advise: WOPR 9996
In this hands-on course students concentrate on: (a) advanced features that are specific to a particular word processing system (b) features that are useful for document processing in a specific industry (e.g. legal).

WOPR 9998. Word: Mail Merge (5 hrs)
Advise: WOPR 9486 or equivalent, ESL Level 6+
Course introduces advanced concepts of Microsoft Word's Mail Merge feature. Create customized documents such as letters, envelopes and reports. Advanced skills are taught through instructor-led and self-paced instruction.

WOPR 9999. Word: Styles and Macros (5 hrs)
Advise: WOPR 9486 or equivalent, ESL Level 6+
Course introduces intermediate and advanced concepts of Microsoft Word's Styles and Macros features. Advanced skills are taught through instructor-led and self-paced instruction.

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