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Certificate in Basic Computer Competency

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Total Units: 5 - 6

Term 1

5 - 6 Units. Specified core courses are signified by icon.

	Course Name	Units	Notes
	Required Core Choice (Select One)	1 - 2
BCIS-20: Beginning Keyboarding (2.00 units) BCIS-24: Keyboard Speed/Accuracy (1.00 units)
	BCIS-84: Basics of Computers	1
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.
	BCIS-18: Intro to Business Technology	3
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.