CS 111 - Computer Applications

Institution:

Delaware County Community College

Subject:

Description:

This is a comprehensive hands-on personal computer applications course specifically designed for students to develop an intermediate knowledge of word processing software, spreadsheet software, database software and presentation software. Additional topics include an overview of the components of a microcomputer system; hardware and software; storage devices and media; interpretation of error messages, file management, files storage, and Internet research. Upon successful completion of this course, students should be able to: Differentiate between hardware and software; Identify various storage devices and media; Manage files and folders; Navigate to information stored on the computer; Perform tasks using features common to integrated software programs; Demonstrate computer skills using application software on a personal computer; Use word processing software to create, edit, and format documents; Apply intermediate word processing skills to solve application-type problems using word processing software; Design, create, modify, and format worksheets and workbooks using spreadsheet software; Design databases and create, edit, and modify database objects; Design, create, enhance, organize, and view presentations using presentation software; Use the Internet to navigate the Web using URL and Hyperlinks, to create and delete bookmarks, to compose, view, send, receive, and print e-mail messages.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

(ENG 050 and REA 050) or ENG 099* or REA 075 or Appropriate Placement Test Scores (*Course(s) May Be Taken Concurrently)

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.dccc.edu

Phone Number:

(610) 359-5000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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