DIPLOMA IN BUSINESS COMPUTER APPLICATIONS

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2 Program Overview This program is designed to provide the student with a broad background in microcomputer theory and hands-on operation. A particular emphasis is placed on current business-application software. To pursue the business computer applications program, students must have at least a high school diploma or GED. Graduates will be prepared for various entry-level positions such as data entry and computer operations. All courses meet on campus Monday through Thursday in the day and evening sessions and are in session for approximately 16 hours per week. Students are eligible for federal financial assistance if they qualify. The complete program can be finished in 4 twelve-week quarters, or 48 weeks.

3 50 Credits 670 Clock Hours Program Outline Course Code Course Title Credit Hours AC1001 Accounting Principles I 3 AC1002 Accounting Principles II 3 EN1001 Communications (Business English) 3 GE1051 Composition 3 EC1001 Economics 4 IB1001 Introduction to Business 3 GE1007 Introduction to College Mathematics 4 CA1001 Introduction to Computer Concepts 3 CA1051 Introduction to Operating Systems and Networking 3 AC1004 Payroll Records and Accounting 3 GE1003 Psychology 3 CA1006 Spreadsheet Applications I 3 TY1001 Typewriting/Keyboarding I (Theory) 3 TY1051 Typewriting/Keyboarding II (Intermediate) 3 CA1007 Word Processing I 3 CA1054 Word Processing II 3 Course Code Explanation: The alpha prefixes indicate the course being taught. The numbering system indicates the level of the course, as follows: 1000 series are beginning classes; 1050 series are intermediate Classes; and 2000 series are advanced classes. It is possible for certain intermediate classes to be prerequisites for beginning classes.

4 Course Descriptions Listed Alphabetically by Course Name Unless otherwise indicated, all courses are three (3) credit hours AC1001 ACCOUNTING PRINCIPLES I The student will learn the basic principles of accounting as applied to business entities with emphasis on accounting terminology and techniques. Students will develop the analytical and decision-making skills necessary for success in a business office. AC1002 ACCOUNTING PRINCIPLES II This is a continuation of Accounting Principles I focusing on specific accounting problems that face businesses. Emphasis will be placed on accounting for short and long-term assets, inventories, and current liabilities and depreciation. EN1001 COMMUNICATIONS (Business English) This basic English class concentrates on developing the ability to communicate effectively and correctly. Emphasis is placed on grammar, sentence structure, spelling, and punctuation. GE1051 COMPOSITION This class integrates writing instruction with reading and editing skills. Students learn to write concisely in direct response to assigned readings. EC1001 ECONOMICS This course teaches the basics of contemporary economic theory encompassing microeconomics and macroeconomics, the international economy, supply/demand, production/cost, competition/monopoly, GDP/economic growth, and labor market issues. IB1001 INTRODUCTION to BUSINESS This course gives the student insight into the characteristics, organization, and operation of a business. Included in this class is an overview of business and society, business ownership, organization and management, marketing, management of human resources, and business laws. Real-life situations are presented as well as biographical sketches, ethical issues, and case problems. GE1005 INTRODUCTION to COLLEGE MATHEMATICS A realistic comprehensive approach to math as it relates to business and economics Students will learn everyday business situations that need mathematical computations with emphasis on basic mathematical calculations such as mean, median, mode; ratios and proportions; perimeter, circumference, area, and volume; and basic algebraic problem solving.

5 CA1001 INTRODUCTION to COMPUTER CONCEPTS This hands-on computer course requires students to work through a series of tutorial based on the Microsoft Office Suite. It culminates in an opportunity for the ICDL (International Computer Driver s License) certification. CA1051 INTRODUCTION to OPERATING SYSTEMS and NETWORKING Students will learn navigation, manipulation of files and folders, storage, security, and maintenance of operating systems, primarily using Microsoft Windows. Other operating systems, the Mac OS, and Linux systems, will be introduced and briefly discussed. Networking will focus primarily on Microsoft Windows over Ethernet wired networks and the use of wireless networks. The student will be introduced to topologies, hardware, physical cabling, configuration, printing, security, protocols, setup, and troubleshooting. AC1004 PAYROLL RECORDS and ACCOUNTING The class introduces students to the various aspects of the Fair Labor Standards Act and the various laws that affect employers in their payroll operations. The course covers the procedures employed in a typical payroll-accounting system placing emphasis on the importance of thorough recordkeeping. GE 1003 PSYCHOLOGY This general psychology course introduces students to the study of psychology as a science. Emphasis is placed on the scientific method, major psychological concepts, critical thinking/problem solving skills, social behavior, diversity, and cognitive principles. CA1006 SPREADSHEET I This is an introductory course in spreadsheet applications. Topics to be covered include creating, formatting, saving, and printing a spreadsheet, using formulas and statistical/logical, financial functions, creating graphs, what-if analyses, and creating, sorting, and querying lists. TY1001 TYPEWRITING/KEYBOARDING I The goal of this course is the acquisition of correct technique that will provide a sound foundation for the later development of speed and accuracy. The student will be introduced to simple business letters, memos, and report formats. The student will begin to develop proofreading skills. Speed tests will be part of this course, and a student must strive to achieve a speed of 35 net words per minute. TY1051 TYPEWRITING/KEYBOARDING II This is a continuation of the training offered in Typewriting/ Keyboarding I. Attention is centered on applying the technical knowledge to various letter styles, office forms, and manuscript preparation. Speed tests will be part of this course, and a student must strive to achieve a speed of 45 net words per minute. CA1007 WORD PROCESSING I Students will use a Windows-based word processing package to learn such features as inserting, deleting, and formatting text, document storage, retrieval and printing, merging, multi-page documents, columns, graphics, and tables.

6 CA1054 WORD PROCESSING II Students will apply acquired word processing knowledge to work through a practice application using any word processing software package. Students are required to create a portfolio of all work.