A beginning course to analyze and solve business-related problems using Microsoft Excel. Topics include set up and customize a spreadsheet; create and manage charts; create simple formulas, and use functions. This course helps students prepare for the Microsoft Office Specialist Excel certification exam.
Electronic publishing for the business office using such programs as Microsoft Publisher or Adobe InDesign. Students will create and manage business documents for print or electronic distribution including business newsletters, postcards, interactive forms, flyers, and web publications. Students develop page layouts, edit text, optimize bitmaps, correct simple spelling, punctuation, and grammar errors in the development of business documents.
Essential computer concepts and techniques for the beginning computer user, including how to use a Windows or Mac-based operating system. Introduction to the internet and email basics with an overview of business office productivity tools.
Academic support for currently enrolled Business Department students in an instructor-supervised computer lab. Students work on assignments given in other Business Department credit and noncredit classes. Instructors assist students with computer skills and assignment content to achieve academic course learning outcomes.