BOT 161 - Business Practices & Technology

Institution:

Connecticut State Community College Norwalk

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Description:

Prerequisite: Keyboarding knowledge. Corequisite: BOT 111 Keyboarding for Information Processing I. 3 credits this course is offered FALL semester only; formerly BOT 110 Business Practices & Technology This course covers work duties that will be broader in scope and more demanding in nature as the information age provides increased technological means of performing work. In a world in which the virtual office is a reality (performing work in any place at any time), you will probably work more independently than ever before. However, coupled with this independence is constant communication through various methods including the Internet, e-mail, and voice messaging. Course modules include General Office Procedures and Techniques, Business Technology Trouble- Shooting, Internet Research, Speedwriting Shorthand Development, Machine Transcription of Business, Legal and Medical correspondence, and Legal Documents applications. The student will present a PowerPoint presentation on a business related topic, write the script, as well as setup the technical equipment. The student will create a portfolio of files that demonstrates their knowledge of the course. Successful completion of this course prepares students to use several software programs in the business environment.

Credits:

3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.ncc.commnet.edu

Phone Number:

(203) 857-7060

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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