These classes also offer the opportunity for Work Based/Co-op Credit (Paid work for credit) and Service Learning Credit (volunteer work for credit)

MICROSOFT COMPUTER APPLICATIONS I - Course Code 3730V (Formerly IMS 1)

1 credit         

Recommended Prerequisite: Document Design and Production

*This course articulates at selected colleges for 3 credit hours of CIS 100. (See Business Department for more information.)

Teaches intermediate skills using current Microsoft applications.  Includes the study of Internet skills, word processing, spreadsheets, database, graphics, desktop publishing, multimedia presentation design, and networking functions. Students learn marketable skills and work toward industry recognized MOUS Certification. Multitasking, prioritizing and time-management skills will be stressed utilizing project-based assignments.

 

MICROSOFT COMPUTER APPLICATIONS 2 - Course Code 3730AV (Formerly IMS 2)

1 credit

Prerequisite: MICROSOFT COMPUTER APPLICATIONS 1

*This course articulates at selected colleges for 2 credit hours. (See Guidance Counselor for more information.)

This is a capstone course in which students will learn necessary skills in problem solving using current and emerging integrated technology to include a variety of input technologies such as advanced keyboarding, scanning, speech recognition, handwriting recognition, and the use of a mouse in the production of mailable business documents. The course focuses on accountability, competency and Expert MOUS Certification. Students work toward the attainment of high-level employable competencies in areas, which may include (but are not limited to) integrated software applications, computer systems, communication systems, networking, ethical issues, human relations, leadership, self-management, and workplace management.