Course

Course Summary
Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
VDCE-0001
Organization's ID:
40.00.01
Organization:
Virginia Department of Corrections
Location:
Classroom-based
Length:
26 weeks (390 contact hours) Our courses are competency-based with an open entry/exit enrollment policy and are “self-paced.”
Dates Offered:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 6 Business Applications
Description

Objective:

To enable students to: 1) gain a more advanced proficiency in keyboarding skills; 2) gain proficiency in the configuration of operating systems and application software; 3) gain proficiency and understanding of Microsoft Office Suite software applications and its usage in the business environment; and 4) gain proficiency in navigating a networked or stand-alone system environment.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Perform keyboarding proficiency on the alphanumeric keyboard at a minimum rate of 55 wpm (words per minute) with 80% accuracy
  • Assess the advanced features of Microsoft Word software
  • Create multipage professional business documents
  • Identify and define basic computer networking terminology and concepts
  • Utilize basic operations and functions of spreadsheet software, database management, and desktop publishing software
  • Simulate basic installation and configuration of software in a business setting
  • Demonstrate understanding and utilization of presentation software
  • Create projects that require the integration of two or more software applications
  • Identify and describe skills and techniques utilized in searching and applying for jobs; interviewing skills; and proper habits and behaviors suitable for the workplace
  • Identify key functional business aspects that a worker should know to succeed in the industry

General Topics:

  • • Advanced Word Processing • Computer Network Concepts • Spreadsheet Operations • Database Management • Desktop Publishing • Software Installation/Configuration/Utilities • Presentation Graphics • Employability Skills • All Aspects of the Industry
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Audio Visual Materials
  • Classroom Exercise
  • Computer Based Training
  • Discussion
  • Lectures
  • Practical Exercises
  • Project-based Instruction

Methods of Assessment:

  • Examinations
  • Other
  • Performance Rubrics (Checklists)
  • Quizzes
  • Final Project

Minimum Passing Score:

80%
Supplemental Materials

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