About the Program
This is typically a one-semester program. Upon completion, students will be able to apply their knowledge of basic computer operations, use input technology, and apply knowledge of file management and their operating system. They will be able to identify and describe current technologies used in today's businesses and apply these technologies to solve business problems, improve organizational productivity, and achieve the goals of business. For eligibility, students are expected to demonstrate a minimum keyboarding skill of 25 words per minute.
Program Requirements
For current program requirements -> 2024-2025
Program Goal:
GE Pattern(s):
Program Code: COMPUTERCOMP.CC
Program Learning Outcome(s):
Upon successful completion of this program, the student will be able to:
Apply knowledge of basic computer operations, use input technology, and apply knowledge of file management and the operating system.
Identify and describe current technologies used in today's businesses and apply these technologies to solve business problems, improve organizational productivity, and achieve the goals of business.
Demonstrate a minimum keyboarding skill of 25 words per minute.
Unit(s): 2.00
Recommended Prep: Reading Level IV; English Level III
Transfer Status: CSU
Contact Hours:
25.50 hours Lecture
/ 25.50 hours Lab
Total Course Hours: 51.00
This course is designed for the student who has had little or no previous training in the operation of a keyboard. Students learn to type by touch, to use appropriate keyboarding techniques, and to develop speed and accuracy.
Prerequisite(s): BCIS 20
Unit(s): 1.00
Recommended Prep: Reading Level IV; English Level III
Transfer Status: CSU
Contact Hours:
0.00 hours Lecture
/ 51.00 hours Lab
Total Course Hours: 51.00
This course is designed to help students reach an employable typing speed by improving their keyboarding skills. Emphasis is placed on developing straight copy and production skills with minimum errors at increased speeds. Keyboarding strengths and weaknesses will be diagnosed, followed by prescriptive drills to address the issues. Topics include review of alphabet keystroke, word level, capital letter, alternate-hand, punctuation, number, symbol, and horizontal/vertical reaches.
Unit(s): 3.00
Recommended Prep: BCIS 84, ability to key 25 wpm, Reading Level IV; English Level III; Math Level II
Transfer Status: CSU
Contact Hours:
42.50 hours Lecture
/ 25.50 hours Lab
Total Course Hours: 68.00
This course is an examination of information and communication technologies used in today's businesses and the impact these technologies are having on today's workplaces. The course will include examination and application of a wide range of information and communication technology tools used to support and enhance business functions and processes. Focus will be placed on solving a variety of business problems, improving organizational productivity, and achieving the goals of business.
Unit(s): 1.00
Recommended Prep: Ability to key 20 wpm
Transfer Status: CSU
Contact Hours:
12.50 hours Lecture
/ 12.50 hours Lab
Total Course Hours: 25.00
This course provides students who have limited personal computer experience with the basic technology skills needed to customize the Windows operating system user interface; manage files, folders, disks, and drives; operate basic Windows programs; and use basic search features of the Internet Explorer browser to locate information. The focus of this course is on preparing those students who are pursuing careers in business environments.
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Contacts
Sandy Sloan, Chair
(530) 895-2385
Department Office: BE 116
(530) 895-2371
Counseling and Advising:
(530) 895-2378
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