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3.00 Credits
Hands-on instruction in word processing applications using a personal computer and a widely used Windows software package. The relationship of the operating system to the use of software is included. Students acquire essential word processing skills used in the office, from disk handling and basic text formatting to the production of more complex documents. Prerequisites: CSC 100, OST 121 and/or permission of the instructor.
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3.00 Credits
This course is designed to provide comprehensive integration of business skills and issues, develop critical thinking and problem solving skills, and establish a foundation of business procedures. An understanding of the role of administrative support personnel, employment skills, organization and time management, information and communications, systems, and report and presentations research and development are included. Prerequisites: OST 121, OST 180 or permission of instructor.
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3.00 Credits
Continuation course reviewing SuperWrite principles and building dictation speeds at 60, 70, and 80-plus words per minute. Emphasis on transcription, grammar, and mailable copy skills with electronic equipment are stressed. Reinforces the fundamental principles of any shorthand system. Prerequisites: OST 111 or equivalent instruction in any shorthand system.
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An introduction to the techniques of machine transcription that are utilized in an office automation environment. Keyboarding and transcription skills are coordinated to produce a mailable finished product from prerecorded cassettes. Listening skills; machine operation; and language arts skills such as spelling, word division, punctuation, capitalization, vocabulary, editing, and proofreading are emphasized. Transcription speed and accuracy are developed as the student transcribes a variety of business communications from cassettes. Prerequisite: OST 221
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3.00 Credits
This course will introduce students to desktop publishing, graphic design techniques, principles of page layout and design, and desktop publishing terminology and applications. By creating a variety of flyers, brochures, newsletters, and business cards, students will communicate through graphic designs and applications of desktop publishing. Prerequisites: OST 121, OST 180, OST 224 or permission of the coordinator.
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3.00 Credits
Students refine speed and accuracy levels on the keyboard and learn to format more complicated documents. Word processing and computer terminology and applications are integrated into the course. Prerequisite: OST 121
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3.00 Credits
Review and mastery of word processing basics with progression to more advanced functions, such as advanced document management, the creation of indexes and spreadsheets, columnar math features, advanced printing features, macros, styles, and desktop publishing. Students acquire skills to facilitate the transition from one word processing package to any other word processing software package. Prerequisite: OST 180
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3.00 Credits
Introduces students to effective business communications techniques. Using the computer, students create and produce documents used in business, including letters, reports, and memorandum. Proofreading and editing skills are stressed, as are grammar, punctuation, and spelling. Prerequisite: ENG 101
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3.00 Credits
This course will introduce students to the concepts and applications of spreadsheets and presentation graphics software using MS Excel and PowerPoint. Students will design and format spreadsheets, enter common formulas, sort data, use graphic/chart functions, and export spreadsheet files. They will also create presentations and slide shows using clip art, text, and other MS Office products. Prerequisites: CSC 100, OST 121
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3.00 Credits
Introduces the records and database management field. Focus is placed on the record life cycle from creation to disposition of manual and computerized records creating; editing, sorting, and selecting records; and generating reports on computers. Records management principles and practices in the selection and evaluation of equipment, procedures, and personnel. Prerequisites: CSC 100, OST 180, OST 221 and/or permission of instructor.
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